Career – Greek University

Tammie Osborne: What You Didn’t Know About Starting a Business

By admin on March 16, 2026

Before COVID-19 hit the US in 2020, Tammie Osborne spent over a dozen years as an in-demand nationwide healthcare technology executive and consultant, on the road nearly every week. Tammie knew she needed to uncover a new ‘normal’, one she hoped to find in a coworking space. She soon learned, however, that her corner of Middle Tennessee didn’t offer what she envisioned. So, in true entrepreneur fashion, she discovered a new passion: to create that which she was seeking and build a place where busy women could be productive without distraction, continue to grow professionally, socialize, and even exhale. The Sapphire Suite in Franklin, TN is fashioned as a destination—a thoughtful, welcoming place where women can crush their task lists and conquer new frontiers in a dynamic, nurturing environment of like-minded women. In this place, female strengths, intuition, and potential are organically recognized and nurtured; and women will always be made to feel both supported and inspired.

In episode 655 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what drew Tammie into healthcare, what was the moment she know that she needed to build something new, how you know when it’s time to pivot, why designing a co-working space was so important in Middle Tennessee, how we can design spaces where people feel safe, supported, and inspired, how organizations can balance productivity and social culture, how college students can seek out mentors without feeling intimidated, what nobody told her about starting a business, and why you shouldn’t feel pressure to have your whole career mapped out. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf4CBW7XS6Q

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Tyler Cerny: Are you a college student trying to find your life purpose?

By admin on April 26, 2024

Are you a college student trying to find your life purpose? The NY Times did a study that showed that only 25% actually know their life’s purpose. People are wandering through life unsure about why they are here on this earth. Most of us will start with why to find their purpose, but in reality we should end with it. As a former collegiate athlete at John Carroll, to playing basketball overseas in China, Tyler Cerny transitioned his competitive nature into growing and scaling businesses. He has scaled dozens of companies by helping them grow collectively by more than $10M. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the personal development industry like Tony Robbins, Daymond John, Kevin O’Leary, and Grant Cardone, to name a few earning him a spot as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship. When Tyler is not working on scaling brands, he spends time with his beautiful wife, goes to the beach in Florida, and serves at his church.

In episode 451 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how Tyler was able to get beyond his struggles with his speech impediment as a child, why he decided to go to John Carroll University, what it was like to meet Jack Canfield, how his TEDx talk called “How to Find Your Life’s Purpose” has changed his life, and what is his advice for college students trying to find their life purpose. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpQFeKz2Ujc

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Tim McHeffey: How do you motivate your people to perform better?

By admin on January 24, 2024

Tim McHeffey, MBA brings over 40 years of being on the firing line daily, demonstrating solutions to true-to-life management problems. Tim has worked with both large and small companies. He is a past seminar author and presented for both Skill-Path and Dun and Bradstreet, and has successfully trained thousands of business people. Tim resides in Center Moriches, NY, with his wife, Danielle. He has four children and seven grandchildren.

In episode 423 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what has changed in Tim’s Suffolk County Community College Business Administration class over the last two decades, what motivated Tim to write the book “Solving Sticky People Problems”, how he is able to motivate his people, how to tell your employee that they have an odor problem, how to deal with your best employee who delivers stellar results but is also causing the most problems at the office, what to do if an employee goes out to lunch and comes back slurring their words and having difficulty walking straight, how do you effectively delegate, how to organize productive meetings, and why goal setting doesn’t always work. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czDgr_kSq4w

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Ben Gold: Should universities embrace ChatGPT?

By admin on October 5, 2023

Our next guest is Ben Gold. Ben spent 20 years in technology, in which the last five were dedicated to an AI-driven enterprise solution analyzing conversations. He has authored the book “How to find your next job with ChatGPT, A Guide for Everyone.” and conducts webinars and coaching sessions for job seekers. Ben believes that AI isn’t just the future; it’s now. With job markets evolving, it is important for you, as current or future job seekers, to translate the complexity of AI into actionable strategies. Ben can demystify AI, turning it into a robust tool for your career growth. Whether you’re an entry-level candidate or a seasoned professional, his AI-driven strategies are tailored to your unique path.

In episode 399 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what lessons Ben learned by being the Legendary Arcade Champion with world records in Stargate, Millipede and Q*bert during his video-game career, why he decided to go to American University in Washington DC, why he’s focused on Artificial Intelligence, whether universities should embrace ChatGPT, how college students can evaluate their best career path using AI, what you can learn from the social media profiles of hiring managers, what students should pay attention to on their LinkedIn profile, what makes a great cover letter, and how to make your resume stand out. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3q56mv6pzB4

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Dr. Dominique Padurano: What tips can you share on time management in college?

By admin on August 3, 2023

Dr. Dominique Padurano (also known as Dr. P) holds 4 permanent teaching certifications from New York State, a Master’s degree in Education, as well as a Ph.D. in History from Rutgers and a Bachelor’s degree in Art History from Harvard, where she graduated with high honors. Since opening Crimson Coaching in 2014, she has been blessed with scores of students hailing from 14 states and 11 countries. Crimson Coaching’s students have been: – awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of scholarships; – accepted to some of the nation’s top universities and colleges, including Harvard, Princeton, Smith, BU and BC; have improved their grades and skills in a variety of subjects; – able to build their confidence and achieve their dreams.

In episode 376 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Dr. P chose Harvard, advice to recent graduates on finding the right job for them, what is the best part of coaching students, what are some tips on time management while in college, how you can achieve a higher GPA in college, what note taking technique she recommends for college students, how to reduce stress in college, and what advice she can share on applying to grad school. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5n0FkzHlbSQ

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Marco Yim: Why is it so important for college students to go through mock interviews?

By admin on July 24, 2023

Our next guest has his roots firmly planted in Ontario, Canada. Marco Yim loves board games, belting the latest pop songs, and training adorable service dogs. But most of all, he loves helping people develop and own their communication skills. With over 10 years of experience in speaking training and workshop facilitation, Marco knows that anyone can become a great communicator. With the right training, preparation, and mindset, speaking can shift from feeling like a nightmare to an energizing, confidence-boosting experience. Whether you’re trying to land a new job, presenting at a small meeting, or demanding a refund on a defective product, speaking with impact matters! Marco can help you get there.

In episode 372 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Marco chose the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada for his undergraduate experience, how our customers can have a delightful and thoughtful customer experience each time they interact with us, why college students should leverage mock interviews, what is the master resume and cover letter system, how to make a memorable impression during the interview just by knowing your personal speaking style, what is the best answer to “Tell Me About Yourself” during an interview, and how to eliminate the filler words that people use when they are speaking. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2n74ZUpeRQ

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Teresa Rand: How is the Clifton Strengths Finder Assessment valuable to college students?

By admin on July 20, 2023

Through public speaking and client coaching, Teresa Rand inspires individuals to be their best selves and surround themselves with other successful people. As the founder and President of Rand Consulting, her firm specializes in speaking, training, and career coaching for individuals and businesses. As a former CEO, having managed budgets of up to $35 million and being responsible for more than 1,000 employees, Teresa understands the challenges of being in business; whether in corporate America or as an entrepreneur. She is passionate about helping leaders achieve their dreams of climbing the career ladder, earning their seat in the C-suite, and working in an inclusive organization.

In episode 369 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Teresa chose Jacksonville University, what it was like to be President/CEO of Volusia Flagler Family YMCA, what is a DISC Assessment, how the Clifton Strengths Finder Assessment is valuable to college students, what are the mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques that she teaches, what is her advice to recent college graduates, how college students can have better relationships at work with different generations, what is the best way to get a promotion at work, and what you should do if you’re unhappy at work. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KX3xg0UKHXI

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Mark Aylward: If students have no idea what they want to do after graduation, what is your advice?

By admin on July 19, 2023

In episode 368 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, Mark Aylward tells us why he chose the University of Notre Dame when there were plenty of good schools in Boston, how he landed in the recruiting business, how he managed to sell two staffing companies for $3M each, what was his advice to his children about starting their own businesses, what is his advice to college students who don’t know what they want to do after graduation, how unhappy employees can regain clarity and confidence in moving to the next job, what tweaks students can make to their LinkedIn profile to get more job opportunities and/or clients, what else college students should be doing to get their dream job, and what is the one thing Mark would do differently in his life. Enjoy!

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Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_Q2hwS3JDc

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Eddie Francis: What is the Gumbo Theory of improving your fraternity or sorority chapter chemistry?

By admin on May 5, 2023

Eddie Francis is a marketing and communications professional, speaker, and award-winning mass media veteran who dedicates his time to helping people and organizations express the value of their identities so that their brands stand out. Eddie produces and hosts the “For Our Edification” podcast as well as the Enrollify Podcast Network’s “I Wanna Work There!” He also presents “The Black Greek Success Program” to show members of African American fraternities and sororities how to enhance their leadership skills and “Lectures to Livelihood” to help college students prepare for their careers. The New Orleans native earned his master’s degree in strategic leadership from Tennessee State University and his bachelor’s in mass communication from Loyola University New Orleans. He is a member of the American Marketing Association and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Eddie is the proud husband of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. member, Dr. Halima Leak Francis, and the proud father of Stevie.

In episode 359 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Eddie chose Loyola University of New Orleans for his undergraduate experience, why he decided to join Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., what career lessons can we learn from stepping in Divine Nine organizations, what is the biggest challenge right now for higher education in the area of marketing and communication, what is the legacy of service that Divine Nine members must protect, how you can make the most of college, what is the Gumbo Theory of improving your chapter chemistry, how Fraternity men can help in the fight against sexual assault, and how Fraternity and Sorority leaders can improve their resume through their Fraternity and Sorority experience. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaEwlhCR4tc

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Josef Stetter: What’s your advice to college students who have no idea what they want to do in life?

By admin on April 14, 2023

Our next guest is Josef Stetter. For over 16 years, Josef Stetter has incorporated humor, energy, passion and full self-expression into his personal and professional life. He is an Award Winning & International Best-Selling Author of 11 books. He did not know what he wanted to do when he grew up so switched careers 9 times and switched jobs 18 times. Personally, he has helped over 11,000 find a job they love with a 90% success rate of finding anyone employment in any field in under 3 months with proven systems.

In episode 349 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Josef chose York University in Toronto for his undergraduate experience, which Guinness World Record he participated in, his advice to college students who have no idea what they want to do in life professionally, how you put together a resume that helps you to get noticed, and ways to stand out in the interview process. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z09phV8_eRE