The Pursuit: A Journey in the Life of Sports

EP11 • Tom Wagenblast • Director of Athletics / Head Men's Basketball Coach • St. Elizabeth University

On this episode, Tom Wagenblast, the Director of Athletics and Head Men’s Basketball Coach at St. Elizabeth University, shared how critical his experience as a student manager for the Rutgers men’s basketball team was for his career. Not only the lessons he learned there, but the people who shaped and continue to shape him even to this day. He talks about how being able to creatively find solutions and having a unique perspective on things has allowed him to be successful in the unique roles that has found himself in throughout his career. Tom’s ability to reflect on situations and his deep investment into others are the cornerstones of his success professionally. His authenticity is undeniable and on full display throughout this entire conversation. When this episode wrapped up, I was left with a lot of thought provoking moments -- so typical of a conversation between Tom and myself.   THE PURSUIT PODCAST Apple: https://apple.co/32XOpcM [https://apple.co/32XOpcM] Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i [https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i] Google: https://bit.ly/3g4jO19 [https://bit.ly/3g4jO19] Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2X12S49 [https://bit.ly/2X12S49] Podbean: https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/ [https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/]   SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod [https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod] Instagram: https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod [https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod] Facebook: https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod [https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod]

EP10 • Reflection Sessions • The Power of People • Karen Mongilia

During “The Reflection Sessions,” we will look back and dive deeper into topics from prior episodes, elaborate on how comments from our guests were relatable to my path, and just simply reflect on anything that ignites thought from these conversations.   Almost everyone that you talk to that has achieved success in an aspect of life, whether that is in the world of finance, business, education and so on, they all can usually point to one, two, or multiple people that paved the way for them… showed them the ropes... taught them valuable lessons. So for this second reflection session, I thought the influence of others was something that was really important to reflect on. The Power of People, to formally give it a title. It is really easy and almost human nature to look at someone who has achieved at a high level and just assume that they, as an individual, are superior and talented. And yes, that may be true. But the older and more experienced I get, I know the true story is that behind that individual is probably a long list of people who positively influenced their rise to success.   THE PURSUIT PODCAST Apple: https://apple.co/32XOpcM [https://apple.co/32XOpcM] Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i [https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i] Google: https://bit.ly/3g4jO19 [https://bit.ly/3g4jO19] Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2X12S49 [https://bit.ly/2X12S49] Podbean: https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/ [https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/]   SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod [https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod] Instagram: https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod [https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod] Facebook: https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod [https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod]

EP9 • Casey Stevenson • Enterprise Account Executive • Teamworks

On this episode, Casey Stevenson, who works for Teamworks -- a web and app based company, shared with us how his approach in the workplace is rooted from his upbringing as a kid and his association to being a teammate in sports. He describes how reflection and values led to him making important career decisions that have ultimately found him happiness and fulfillment professionally. The lessons that he pulled and carried with him from his time with Duke men’s basketball are simple yet powerful. Throughout the conversation, it is clear to see that Casey values a team-oriented approach to achieving high success as a group --the ultimate team player.   THE PURSUIT PODCAST Apple: https://apple.co/32XOpcM [https://apple.co/32XOpcM] Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i [https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i] Google: https://bit.ly/3g4jO19 [https://bit.ly/3g4jO19] Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2X12S49 [https://bit.ly/2X12S49] Podbean: https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/ [https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/]   SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod [https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod] Instagram: https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod [https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod] Facebook: https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod [https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod]

EP8 • Jenny Fischer • WNBA Digital & Social Content

On this episode, Jenny Fischer, who works for the WNBA with their digital and social content, shared with us how the people in her life investing in her future has made all of the difference early in her career. She touched upon her love for storytelling and words and elaborates how there are multiple ways to tell and share a story in today’s world. Her “Keep Showing Up” way of life has landed her tremendous opportunities already and now she is spreading that phrase and motto throughout the Twitter and Instagram world, raising awareness for suicide prevention, displaying the power and positive sides of social media. Jenny is passionate, thoughtful, and -- as she mentions on this episode -- Midwest nice.   THE PURSUIT PODCAST Apple: https://apple.co/32XOpcM [https://apple.co/32XOpcM] Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i [https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i] Google: https://bit.ly/3g4jO19 [https://bit.ly/3g4jO19] Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2X12S49 [https://bit.ly/2X12S49] Podbean: https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/ [https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/]   SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod [https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod] Instagram: https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod [https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod] Facebook: https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod [https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod]

EP7 • Derek Jones • The Voice of Princeton Men's Basketball

On this episode, Derek Jones, the play-by-play voice for Princeton Men’s Basketball, and as you will soon find out, a man of many other talents and roles -- shares with us the unique beginning to his love and career in broadcasting. He discusses how his work alone in silence prepared him and gave him the confidence to travel down a path that no one in his inner circles had traveled down before. His response for which quality is the most important and constant through all of his tasks is an answer I wasn’t expecting, but an answer that everyone needs to hear. Derek’s humility, team-oriented approach, and his passion for helping others is evident throughout this entire conversation.   THE PURSUIT PODCAST Apple: https://apple.co/32XOpcM [https://apple.co/32XOpcM] Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i [https://spoti.fi/3m8RG0i] Google: https://bit.ly/3g4jO19 [https://bit.ly/3g4jO19] Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2X12S49 [https://bit.ly/2X12S49] Podbean: https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/ [https://pursuitpod.podbean.com/]   SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod [https://twitter.com/pursuit_pod] Instagram: https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod [https://instagram.com/pursuit_pod] Facebook: https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod [https://facebook.com/thepursuitpod]