Episodes
Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Episode 4 – How Leaders Make Themselves Available: Mentorship, Internships, and Intentional Growth
In this powerful conversation, Scott and Linda flip the script on internships and mentorship. It’s not just about how the next generation shows up—but how business leaders make themselves available with purpose. You’ll hear:
✅ Why most internship programs are missing the point✅ How to mentor with intention—not just assign grunt work✅ Real-world examples of vulnerability in leadership✅ What leaders can do today to identify, develop, and elevate emerging talent✅ Alternatives to formal internships—and how both leaders and students can still connect
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Thursday Jun 12, 2025
The Reality of a Dream Job: What No One Tells You About Career Growth | Ep. 3
Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Thursday Jun 12, 2025
In this revealing episode of The How You Go There Podcast, hosts Scott Montgomery and Linda Misegadis unpack the real truths about pursuing a "dream job." Is it all passion and purpose — or does the reality come with unexpected challenges? This conversation bridges the gap between expectation and reality in leadership development, career growth, and long-term career satisfaction.
Learn how your Circle of Influence plays a crucial role in navigating career highs and lows and why redefining your dream job might lead to greater fulfillment.
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✔️ Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & Episode Introduction02:15 – What is a “Dream Job” Really?06:30 – The Misconceptions Around Career Fulfillment10:45 – Leadership Development: Managing Expectations in Career Growth14:50 – How Your Circle of Influence Shapes Career Reality18:30 – Real-Life Examples from Scott & Linda23:10 – Practical Tips for Staying Grounded in Your Career Path27:40 – FREE Circle of Influence PDF Giveaway Info30:00 – Final Thoughts & Episode Wrap-Up
Keywords: leadership development, career development, dream job reality, career growth, professional fulfillment, workplace influence
Thursday May 29, 2025
Thursday May 29, 2025
So you’ve got the degree… now what? In this episode of the How You Go There Podcast, we’re talking directly to recent college grads and those about to graduate who are wondering how to bridge the gap between academics and real-world success.
👥 Hosts Scott and Linda get candid about what college doesn't teach you—like how to network, communicate with confidence, build leadership presence, and actually get hired. It’s all about self-awareness, initiative, and how you show up, not just what’s printed on your diploma.
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⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – The social skill gap no one talks about01:15 – Reality check: your degree is not your ticket04:45 – What hiring managers really care about07:50 – Why soft skills and relationships matter10:00 – Real stories of initiative that changed careers17:00 – How to get noticed (without years of experience)21:30 – Simplifying success: start with small, consistent action
📈 Keywords:Life After College, Career Advice for College Grads, First Job Tips, Leadership Skills for Students, Entry Level Success, Communication Tips for Young Professionals, Self Development After Graduation, College to Career, Graduate Career Coaching, Real World Skills for Students
Thursday May 15, 2025
How You Go There Podcast EP 1: The Messy Middle
Thursday May 15, 2025
Thursday May 15, 2025
🎙️ Welcome to the Rebooted "How You Go There" Podcast! 🚀 Join hosts Scott Montgomery, author of How Did You Get Here? Lessons of Unconventional Success, and Linda Misegadis, seasoned expert in business strategy, leadership development, and career transformation, as they dive into the messy middle of success.
This season, we're going beyond the traditional success stories to explore the real strategies, pivots, and lessons that help professionals, leaders, and changemakers navigate challenges and breakthroughs. With authentic conversations, actionable insights, and a fresh perspective, we're here to help you figure out how you go there.
🔗 Subscribe now and be part of the journey!
Learn more at: https://www.howyougothere.com/
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Welcome back to An Unconventional Guide to Success! 🎙️ In this special short episode, we reconnect with the innovative Nick Kittle, founder of Sustainovation and the mastermind behind Beyond The Smoke Events, a unique BBQ team-building experience with Champion Pitmaster and Food Network Competitor Harry Soo. Nick shares updates on his recent ventures, reflecting on the impact of his work and the success of Beyond The Smoke Events.
Whether you're a regular listener or new to our podcast, this episode offers a flavorful blend of entrepreneurial insights and team-building wisdom.
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#Podcast #SuccessStories #NickKittle #Sustainovation #BeyondTheSmoke #HarrySoo #UnconventionalGuide #Inspiration #Entrepreneurship #TeamBuilding
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An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined.
Special thank you to our guest Nick Kittle. You can reach out to him via LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kittlent
Also check out his website to learn more
https://www.sustainovation.us
Beyond The Smoke Event Details:
https://www.beyondthesmoke.net/
Reach out to Scott Montgomery at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdidyougethere/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Helpful guides and materials for HDYGH Book
https://howdidyougethere.com/
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Welcome back to another episode of An Unconventional Guide to Success! 🎙️ In this special short episode, we reconnect with the insightful Lawrese Brown, author of I Don’t Have To Go To College: Discover Well Paying Jobs That Don’t Require a Four Year College Degree. Lawrese updates us on her journey since the book's release, sharing valuable lessons learned and new perspectives gained. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our podcast, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration for exploring alternative career paths.
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#Podcast #SuccessStories #LawreseBrown #IDontHaveToGoToCollege #UnconventionalGuide #Inspiration #CareerAlternatives #PersonalGrowth
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Don't forget to like, comment, and share this episode with your friends and family. Your support helps us bring more amazing content!
An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined.
Special thanks to our guest Lawrese Brown You can reach out to her here
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrese-brown-1b262720/
Also check out "I Don't Have To Go To College"
https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Have-Go-College-Well-Paying/dp/B0C2RVXZ2J
Reach out to Scott Montgomery at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdidyougethere/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Helpful guides and materials for HDYGH Book
https://howdidyougethere.com/
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
Welcome back to another episode of An Unconventional Guide to Success! 🎙️ In this special short episode, we reconnect with the inspiring Cyndi Manuel from The Delta Principal. Cyndi shares updates on her journey, reflecting on her recent achievements and challenges. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our podcast, this episode offers valuable insights into maintaining momentum and staying true to your path.
🔔 *Subscribe and hit the bell icon* to stay updated with our latest episodes and inspiring stories!
#Podcast #SuccessStories #CyndiManuel #TheDeltaPrincipal #UnconventionalGuide #Inspiration #PersonalGrowth
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Don't forget to like, comment, and share this episode with your friends and family. Your support helps us bring more amazing content!
An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined.
Special thanks to our guest Cyndi Manuel. You can reach out to her here
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
To learn more about The Delta Principa
l https://www.thedeltaprinciple.com/
Reach out to Scott Montgomery at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdidyougethere/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Helpful guides and materials for HDYGH Book
https://howdidyougethere.com/
Friday Dec 22, 2023
An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP11: Cyndi Manuel
Friday Dec 22, 2023
Friday Dec 22, 2023
An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Cyndi Manuel. She takes on her journey from working in HR within multiple industries to Change Management Professional and now founder of The Delta Principal, a small boutique consultancy. Join us as we take a deep dive on her unconventional path to success.
Special thanks to our guest Cyndi Manuel. You can reach out to her
here https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndi-manuel-5411342/
To learn more about The Delta Principa
l https://www.thedeltaprinciple.com/
Reach out to Scott Montgomery at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdidyougethere/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Helpful guides and materials for HDYGH Book https://howdidyougethere.com/
Friday Dec 15, 2023
An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP10: Dina Simon
Friday Dec 15, 2023
Friday Dec 15, 2023
An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Dina Simon. She takes on her journey from beginning as an HR professional to Chief Of Staff & Executive Director of The Pay Equity Cabinet at the NYC Mayor's Office to Chief Human Resource Officer at Teachers' Retirement System Of The City of New York. Join us as we take a deep dive on her unconventional path to success.
Special thanks to our guest Dina Simon. You can reach out to her here
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinasimon/
Reach out to Scott Montgomery at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdidyougethere/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Helpful guides and materials for HDYGH Book
https://howdidyougethere.com/
Friday Nov 24, 2023
An Unconventional Guide To Success Season Season 4 EP9: Micheal Abebe
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Friday Nov 24, 2023
An Unconventional Guide To Success is an inspirational driven series focusing on the fact that the path isn’t linear and success is self defined. In this episode we speak with Micheal Abebe. He takes us on a journey through his path to success, from Ababa, Ethiopia, to becoming a civil engineer, to founding the group D.I.M.E. (Diversity and Inclusion For Minority Engineers) Join us as we take a deep dive on his unconventional path to success.
Special thanks to our guest Micheal Abebe. You can reach out to him here
https://www.linkedin.com/in/micheal-abebe-06704b155/
Reach out to Scott Montgomery at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/howdidyougethere/
Reach out to Linda Misegadis at
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamisegadis/
Helpful guides and materials for HDYGH Book
https://howdidyougethere.com/