My Career Shop

Do you know what happens in the career you are pursuing? Do you know what kind of life you are signing up for, how to actually get there, and how to prosper in your field of choice? Well, as a young high school and college student, I sure didn’t, so I am putting together the My Career Shop Podcast which is where I get the opportunity to interview individuals from different careers so you have a better idea what happens in the life of the career that interests you.

My Career Shop is a education podcast hosted by Umair Shaikh, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Umair Shaikh hosts My Career Shop, a education show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #21

  Journey to Becoming a Theater Actor - Award Nominee - Michael Perrie Jr.​

  Dec 10, 20252h 26mS1

  <p>In this episode of the My Career Shop Podcast, we explore the world of theater acting with our guest Michael Perrie Jr., a Helen Hayes–nominated actor known for his dynamic performances on stage and in film. This conversation is designed for students, career changers, and anyone curious about what it actually takes to build a successful career as a theater actor.<br/><br/>Michael breaks down his journey in the performing arts—from discovering his passion to earning professional roles, navigating auditions, mastering emotional expression, understanding the differences between film and theater, and sustaining a long-term career on stag...

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  Episode #20

  A Product Manager's Journey - Bhavna Devani

  Mar 13, 20251h 26mS1

  <p>Are you curious about the world of Product Management and Product Strategy? In this episode of the My Career Shop Podcast, we dive deep into what it takes to succeed in this dynamic field with Bhavna Devani, a seasoned Product Strategist and Founder of Apricity Consulting.<br/><br/>Bhavna has an impressive track record, having worked with top companies like McKinsey & Company, eBay, Carbon Five, and Pearl Automation in roles such as Product Specialist, Team Lead, Senior Product Manager, and Product Strategist. Now, as the Founder of Apricity Consulting, she helps leaders navigate pivotal business transitions, providing fractional product...

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  Episode #19

  How to Choose a Career Path? - CEO of Career Fit (Stephen Shortt)

  Feb 25, 202549 minS1

  <p>🎙 Finding Your Ideal Career with Stephen Shortt<br/><br/>Are you stuck in a job that doesn’t fulfill you? Do you feel like there’s something better out there, but you’re not sure what? You’re not alone—the majority of people feel miserable in their jobs.<br/><br/>That’s why Stephen Shortt, a career and talent strategist and CEO of Career Fit, is on a mission to help people find careers that align with their skills, interests, and real-world demand. Through his Career Fit Report, Stephen has developed a quiz that recommends 16 potential career paths tailored to you...

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  Episode #18

  Discovering Colleges Has Never Been Easier - Andrew Allemann (CollegeIQ)

  Feb 13, 202546 minS1

  <p>🎙️ Did you know you don't need to pay full price for college tuition?</p><p>To discuss everything about college admissions and how to find the right college for you, I connected with <b>Andrew Allemann</b>, an experienced entrepreneur and the <b>founder of CollegeIQ</b>. If you think you have to <b>pay the full sticker price</b> for college tuition—think again! <b>Did you know that you can actually negotiate tuition?</b> There were so many surprising insights about the <b>college application process</b> that I learned, I knew I had to bring Andrew on the...

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  Episode #17

  A Human Resource Professional's Journey - Wendy Sellers (the HR Lady)

  Nov 24, 20241h 26mS1

  <p>🚀 Thinking About a Career in Human Resources (HR)</p><p>On today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of Human Resources with none other than Wendy Sellers—The HR Lady®—your no-nonsense HR and management expert. Wendy’s bold, straightforward approach and over 25 years of real-world HR experience make her the perfect guide to this fascinating career path.”</p><p>Wendy’s done it all: HR consulting, management training, teaching, and even hosting her own podcast. She’s worked across industries like healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and more, helping businesses attract and retain top talent while keeping them out of court!</p><p>...

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