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Mar 2022
48m 53s

Preparing for Personal & Professional Su...

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Students and emerging professionals face many difficult situations and must overcome challenges both at home and in the workplace. In this episode, co-hosts Vernon Williams and Ledia Dobi take you on an inspiring journey with guest Sam Demma, who suffered three career-ending sports injuries before pivoting to become an amazing entrepreneur and keynote speaker. Sam discusses how to overcome adversity, negative self-beliefs and the power of positive decision-making to help students succeed personally and professionally.

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