How to Scale Career Readiness in Your District (12,000 Students Reached)

Why Most People Feel Stuck in Their Careers (And How to Start Over) | Sacsha Flowers

What’s the difference between having a job… and building a career that actually fulfills you?In this episode of the Nom Studios Podcast, Theo Massalon sits down with career coach and professional development lead Sasha Calix to talk about career burnout, purpose-driven work, career pivots, layoffs, networking, side hustles, and what professionals REALLY struggle with when trying to transition careers.After spending 15 years in fashion and graduating from Parsons School of Design, Sasha transitioned into education and career development, where she now helps professionals reconnect with their purpose and secure opportunities aligned with who they truly are.If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, lost in your career, or unsure about your next move — this conversation is for you. Ready to share your story with the world? NOM Studios offers state-of-the-art podcast recording facilities in Long Island where we handle everything from filming to editing – you just bring your content. Follow us on YouTube (@NOMStudiosNYC), Instagram (@_nomstudios), and LinkedIn (NOM Studios) for more inspiring conversations, or visit www.nomstudios.co [http://www.nomstudios.co] to book your recording session today. Let's amplify your voice together!

From Grief to Growth: How Losing Everything Made Me Stronger | Maggie’s Story

Life doesn’t warn you before everything changes.In this episode, Maggie opens up about losing her husband to cancer while raising a baby—and how she found the strength to keep going when everything felt uncertain.This conversation dives deep into: * What grief actually feels like (beyond what people see) * The reality of healing while still showing up every day * How acceptance—not avoidance—became her greatest strength * Rebuilding your life when nothing goes as planned Her story is raw, honest, and powerful—and a reminder that even in the hardest seasons, growth is still possible. “I didn’t know how I’d get through it… I just kept going.”If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or forced to start over—this episode will hit home. Tap in and hear the full story.  Ready to share your story with the world? NOM Studios offers state-of-the-art podcast recording facilities in Long Island where we handle everything from filming to editing – you just bring your content. Follow us on YouTube (@NOMStudiosNYC), Instagram (@_nomstudios), and LinkedIn (NOM Studios) for more inspiring conversations, or visit www.nomstudios.co [http://www.nomstudios.co] to book your recording session today. Let's amplify your voice together!

From Albany to Washington: Dr. Taylor Darling on Running for Congress, Reclaiming Long Island, and Putting People First

Dr. Taylor Darling served three terms as NYS Assemblywoman for the 18th Assembly District before answering the call to run for U.S. Congress representing CD4 in Nassau County. In this conversation, she gets real about affordability, healthcare, immigration, and what it actually means to show up for the people. This one will change how you think about public service. SHOW NOTES In this episode of The NOM Studios Podcast, Theo sits down with Dr. Taylor Darling - former NYS Assemblywoman, three-term representative of the 18th Assembly District, and current candidate for U.S. Congress (NY-04). Taylor didn't plan any of this. She went to Greece, came home, and two days later she was running for office. Six years later, she's taking the fight to Washington. In this conversation, they get into: * How a trip to Greece in 2018 changed the trajectory of her life and career * What it felt like to unseat an incumbent and win her first race * Why she's running for Congress now and what the community is actually asking for * The affordability crisis hitting Long Island families hardest * Immigration, healthcare, and public safety in CD4 * How she navigates the brutality of politics while staying grounded * Her ADHD diagnosis and how neurodivergence is actually a superpower in this work * Hot takes on bipartisanship, social media, and whether politicians care more about reelection than results * What she'd tell 16-year-old Taylor today Taylor's approach to public service is simple: ask people what they need, then go get it. No fluff, no ego, just results. Connect with Dr. Taylor Darling:Instagram: @taylordarlingWebsite: www.taylordarlingny.com [http://www.taylordarlingny.com]Volunteer or donate at taylordarlingny.com Recorded at NOM Studios | Garden City, NY www.nomstudios.co [http://www.nomstudios.co] Ready to share your story with the world? NOM Studios offers state-of-the-art podcast recording facilities in Long Island where we handle everything from filming to editing – you just bring your content. Follow us on YouTube (@NOMStudiosNYC), Instagram (@_nomstudios), and LinkedIn (NOM Studios) for more inspiring conversations, or visit www.nomstudios.co [http://www.nomstudios.co] to book your recording session today. Let's amplify your voice together!

How to Use AI for Marketing in 2025 (The Hyper-Specific Prompt Framework)

Most people are using AI for marketing completely wrong—and it's costing them hours every day. If your prompts start with "Act like a marketing expert," you're leaving 80% of AI's power on the table. In this solo episode, I'm breaking down the exact hyper-specific prompt framework I used to build my agency from $0 to $150K in less than 12 months using Claude AI. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - Why most AI prompts fail (the vague prompt problem) - The 4-layer hyper-specific prompt framework - How to turn AI from a content generator into a strategic system - Real examples: Setting up AI projects for email marketing - The 3 biggest mistakes people make with AI projects - How to save hours per week with proper AI systems - Step-by-step guide to building your first hyper-specific AI project KEY INSIGHT: AI isn't magic—it's 80% preparation, 20% execution. Stop asking AI to "figure it out." Give it your expert system to execute at scale. Instead of: "Write me marketing emails" Try: "Write 5 cold email variations optimized for 40%+ open rates using these subject line formulas, body structures, and CTA patterns" See the difference? That's specificity. THE 4-LAYER FRAMEWORK: Layer 1: Exact role with specific expertise (not "marketer" but "B2B SaaS email marketing strategist") Layer 2: Specific tasks with measurable outcomes (5 variations, 40%+ open rates) Layer 3: Framework and methodology to follow (exact formulas and structures) Layer 4: Examples of success (show AI what good looks like) ABOUT THE HOST: Theodore Massillon is the founder of NOM Studios, a digital marketing agency that scaled from $0 to $150K in less than 12 months using AI-powered systems. He specializes in helping businesses leverage Claude AI and ChatGPT for enterprise-level marketing results. CONNECT: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theodoremassillon Instagram: @theodore.massillon Website: nomstudios.co ACTION STEP: Spend 1 hour today documenting ONE process you do repeatedly. Turn it into a hyper-specific AI project this week. Then DM me your results—I want to see you succeed. --- Subscribe to the NOM Studios Podcast for weekly episodes on AI marketing, entrepreneurship, and building a profitable agency from scratch. New episodes drop every week. --- TAGS: AI Marketing, Claude AI, ChatGPT, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, AI Tools, Content Marketing, Marketing Automation, Agency Growth, Entrepreneurship, AI Prompts, Marketing Tips, Business Growth, Productivity, Small Business Marketing Ready to share your story with the world? NOM Studios offers state-of-the-art podcast recording facilities in Long Island where we handle everything from filming to editing – you just bring your content. Follow us on YouTube (@NOMStudiosNYC), Instagram (@_nomstudios), and LinkedIn (NOM Studios) for more inspiring conversations, or visit www.nomstudios.co [http://www.nomstudios.co] to book your recording session today. Let's amplify your voice together!

How to Scale Career Readiness in Your District (12,000 Students Reached)

How do you scale career readiness when schools are understaffed and underfunded? Beth Bucheister's Career Day Inc. has reached 12,000 students by bringing 600+ professionals directly into schools—with zero cost to districts. In this episode, Beth shares the choice-based model that lets students pick their sessions, how they train professionals, and real outcomes: students landing FBI internships, winning scholarships, and discovering careers they never knew existed. If you're an educator or administrator looking for a career guidance model that actually works, this is your blueprint. Key Stats: 12,000 students | 600 professionals | 25 programs | $12K in scholarships Connect: Beth@CareerDayInc.org Ready to share your story with the world? NOM Studios offers state-of-the-art podcast recording facilities in Long Island where we handle everything from filming to editing – you just bring your content. Follow us on YouTube (@NOMStudiosNYC), Instagram (@_nomstudios), and LinkedIn (NOM Studios) for more inspiring conversations, or visit www.nomstudios.co [http://www.nomstudios.co] to book your recording session today. Let's amplify your voice together!