Called to Serve: An Unexpected Career in Law Enforcement with Erik Atkinson

Called to Serve: An Unexpected Career in Law Enforcement with Erik Atkinson

Sometimes the path that changes your life begins with someone else seeing something in you that you haven’t yet recognized in yourself. For Eric Atkinson, that moment came at age 31. After earning a business degree and exploring several different career paths, a friend recognized that Eric’s empathy, discipline, and natural ability to connect with people might make him a great police officer. Nearly two decades later, Eric is a Police Lieutenant leading an investigations team and helping guide others through one of the most demanding careers in public service. In this episode of Soulful Career Calling, Eric takes us behind the badge for an honest and deeply human conversation about the realities of criminal investigations, the sacrifices that come with a career in law enforcement, and the leadership lessons he has learned along the way. In this episode, you’ll hear about: • How an unexpected career path led Eric to find purpose in law enforcement. • The childhood experiences, mentors, and team sports that shaped his discipline and leadership style. • Why great leadership is never one-size-fits-all—and the value of allowing people to “fail forward.” • What criminal investigations really look like behind the scenes and why cases often require patience, persistence, and an entire team. • The sacrifices officers and their families make, including missed holidays, milestones, and time together. • Why every victim’s case deserves care and urgency, even when answers don’t come easily. • The moments that reaffirm Eric’s sense of purpose: helping victims find closure, recovering what was taken from them, and watching his team succeed. Eric’s story is a powerful reminder that meaningful careers don’t always follow a straight line. Sometimes purpose is found through experience, encouragement, and being willing to see in ourselves what someone else may have recognized all along. This is a heartfelt conversation about law enforcement careers, criminal investigations, police leadership, mentorship, teamwork, public service, career change, and finding purpose through service to others. Connect with Kasi: IG - Souful Career Calling www.careerquestinc.com email: kasib@careerquestinc.com

More Than a Voice: Building a Career with Authenticity with Roxanna Cortes

Some careers begin with a résumé. Others begin with a song. In this inspiring episode, Kasi Beaney sits down with multilingual voice-over artist, actress, entrepreneur, and mentor Roxanna Cortes to explore how the seeds of our future are often planted long before we realize it. From singing rancheras as a little girl in Tijuana to becoming the voice behind major brands, Roxanna shares a story of resilience, reinvention, and staying true to who she has always been. * Why childhood experiences often reveal the gifts we're meant to share with the world. * How resilience—not perfection—creates lasting success. * The hidden skills behind a thriving voice-over career. * Why having a "safe landing place" can change the trajectory of your life. * How mentorship and community help us grow into our calling. * Why authenticity remains your greatest advantage in an AI-driven world. * The many career paths available in the voice-over industry. * How investing in yourself opens doors opportunity alone never will. Whether you're pursuing a creative career, navigating a career pivot, or simply searching for work that feels more aligned, this conversation will remind you that your greatest gift isn't your voice, it's the story only you can tell. And advocating for others to find their voice and representation, is where lasting impact is made! Connect with Kasi: www.careerquestinc.com email: kasib@careerquestinc.com IG: soulfulcareercalling Connect with Roxanna: IG: cortes_roxanna

Healing Happens Here: Katie Chin on Family, Food, and Finding Your Way Back

What happens when the life you've carefully built no longer feels like your own? This week on Soulful Career Calling, I sit down with celebrity chef, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and storyteller Katie Chin for one of the most heartfelt conversations I've had on the show. Katie's journey is anything but linear. Raised in the kitchens of her mother's restaurants, she initially ran from the culinary world to pursue a successful career as a Hollywood marketing executive. But after the devastating end of an emotionally abusive marriage and a battle with depression, she found herself returning to the very place she once left behind—the kitchen. What followed was not only a career transformation, but a profound journey of healing, self-discovery, and embracing her cultural identity. Together, we explore how vulnerability can become a superpower, why it's never too late to reinvent yourself, and how the simplest acts—like making dumplings with someone you love—can help mend even the deepest wounds. If you've ever wondered whether your setbacks might actually be setting you up for something greater, this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: • How Katie went from Hollywood marketing executive to celebrity chef and entrepreneur • Healing from heartbreak, depression, and an emotionally abusive marriage • Why speaking your pain out loud removes shame and creates freedom • The simple ritual of making dumplings with her mother that changed her life • Reclaiming cultural identity and embracing the parts of yourself you once tried to hide • The courage to take a leap before you feel ready—and trusting your "spotters" will catch you • How storytelling can transform pain into connection and purpose • Why giving back and serving others can be one of the most powerful forms of self-healing Katie's wisdom you'll carry with you long after the episode ends: ✨ Leap, and the net will appear. ✨ Shame loses its power when it's spoken out loud. ✨ Healing doesn't always happen in grand moments—it often begins in the quiet, ordinary ones. ✨ The parts of your story you've struggled with most may become the very things that help others heal. This episode is a beautiful reminder that transformation isn't about becoming someone new. Sometimes, it's about finding your way back to who you've always been. Connect with Kasi: www.careerquestinc.com email: kasib@careerquestinc.com IG: soulfulcareercalling Connect with Katie: www.chefkatiechin.com email: katiechin1@gmail.com IG: chefkatiechin Ted Talk: "How food can repair families" - Katie Chin TedxFargo

The Invitation Hidden Inside the Setback with Peyton Hoffman

When a career chapter unexpectedly closes, could it actually be opening the door to something greater? In this inspiring episode of Soulful Career Calling, I sit down with author, consultant, nonprofit founder, and podcast host Peyton Hoffman to explore how one unexpected career loss became the catalyst for a life of greater purpose, impact, and joy. After spending nearly two decades in corporate marketing, Payton found herself at a crossroads when the pandemic eliminated her role. What could have felt like a devastating setback became what she now describes as a profound breakthrough—one that led her to launch a successful global consulting business, write bestselling books, start a nonprofit, and create her Redefining Possible podcast. Together, we discuss what it means to trust life's unexpected detours, recognize when loyalty to a role or organization may be costing you your well-being, and discover how the skills you've accumulated throughout your career are preparing you for what's next. In this episode, you'll learn: • How to turn career disruption into opportunity and growth • Why every experience and skill you've gained still matters • The difference between healthy commitment and harmful loyalty • How to redefine what's possible when life doesn't go according to plan • Why your greatest calling may simply be learning to love and serve others well If you're navigating a career transition, questioning your next step, or feeling called toward something bigger, this conversation will remind you that sometimes the end of one chapter is the very beginning of the life you were meant to live. #CareerChange #CareerTransition #PurposeDrivenLife #PersonalGrowth #WomenInLeadership #CareerDevelopment #MindsetShift #SoulfulCareerCalling #RedefiningPossible #FindingYourPurpose Connect with Kasi: www.careerquestinc.com email: kasib@careerquestinc.com IG - SoulfulCareerCalling Connect with Peyton: IG: redefiningpossiblepodcast,  IG: _peytonhoffman Email hello@fightingforjoy.org [hello@fightingforjoy.org] Purchase Peyton's books on Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Fighting For Joy in the In-Between [https://www.amazon.com/Fighting-Joy-Between-Prayers-Praises/dp/1662927517/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1D4A7I7I1E90N&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.sUDSFs3NftnkklGkTcc2wr6R-X5kQhOdbheiJ38NPZZoq4of_L0tFEv-GPRYAmiekvH2dCvlyHWFWWht-_YCnJmxiGbrEVL4_WyzUkqRxVpUdQAIMpIAcqDyiHali7QC0YR9TZ5jd6Dl0nFS_LgKDBzzQGLIMDFLfe9At0OnEt_2t-PjM3_H5RYQ08_iwWlyKKxEwcPC-aAAB9kGGXfM-c8-SM2i0s76o4cOB_AH21s.ZjS8vh4g8xHxXSXuV_IBzXjMLmyUg82m3jrZdNthsqc&dib_tag=se&keywords=fighting+for+joy+in+the+in+between&qid=1780955610&sprefix=fighting+for+joy+in+the+in+between%2Caps%2C467&sr=8-1]RADIANT: Unafraid to Shine [https://www.amazon.com/RADIANT-Unafraid-Shine-Peyton-Hoffman/dp/1662943644/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1I9AYPOWRCCJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.qdexjWcGCdejtnBw5qLGZCveEVxREhhRacFaoB7m46uzWOL6J1tamOGHFGEJa0HpYVuHxtVeYxpfpkRpcZgZc7_KfOLiMKSWVLDJMExJUVqUPMmdTqpHc4AV2F8B6sUWc6zouKPCiQfPR-7o4Ny-5r5RQoEl0d4cL-mH35G0TU8.dArbos2v6ZCG9bHNuctcIe-Eg96xWVixT6Wg3TO2qlo&dib_tag=se&keywords=RADIANT+unafraid&qid=1780955691&sprefix=radiant+unafraid%2Caps%2C1018&sr=8-1]

A Journey of Faith and Creativity with Father Tom Gibbons

What does it mean to live a truly soulful career? In this inspiring episode of Soulful Career Calling, Kasi sits down with Father Tom Gibbons, Catholic priest, president of Paulist Productions, and Emmy-nominated film producer, to explore the intersection of faith, purpose, creativity, and discernment. Father Tom shares his unconventional journey from a childhood spent drawing cartoons to working in graphic design, web development, community service, and ultimately answering his call to the priesthood at age 34. Today, he combines his vocation with storytelling through film, helping create meaningful conversations where the sacred and secular meet. This conversation is a powerful reminder that purpose is rarely a straight line—and that every experience, skill, setback, and detour may be preparing us for something greater. • Why Father Tom believes that "nothing's wasted" and how every chapter of our lives can contribute to our future calling • How serving the homeless and volunteering along the U.S.-Mexico border transformed faith from an idea into a lived experience • The surprising path that led him from creative pursuits and technology to the priesthood • What discernment really means and how it differs from simply making decisions • Why closed doors, disappointments, and unexpected detours can be essential parts of discovering your purpose • How honest prayer includes doubts, questions, struggles, and even wrestling with God • Why listening to "listeners" may be one of the most valuable practices in today's noisy world • How Paulist Productions creates films and documentaries that build bridges between faith, culture, belief, and doubt If you've ever questioned your path, wondered whether you're behind in finding your purpose, or struggled to make sense of life's twists and turns, this episode offers a thoughtful and hopeful perspective on trusting the journey. Because sometimes the most meaningful calling is the one you never saw coming. #CareerDiscovery #FindYourPurpose #CareerJourney #CareerExploration #LifePurpose #PurposeDrivenLifeConnect with Kasi: www.careerquestinc.com email: kasib@careerquestinc.com IG: soulfulcareercalling Connect with Father Tom Gibbons: IG: tgibbonscsp https://paulistproductions.org