If you're like many people, you've heard of the position of physician assistant, but you probably aren't too sure about what these individuals are tasked with on a daily basis. John McGinnity, president of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, talks with Tim Muma about the skills and personality traits that fit into this profession. John also fills us in on what it takes to get started on the path to a successful ca...

Managerial success could be defined in a number of ways, but there's no denying the path to such success has changed over the past few decades. The workplaces, cultures, expectations and employees have all evolved and it impacts the way a manager can effectively run a team. David Dye, founder and president of Trailblaze, Inc., explains to Tim Muma how motivation is a myth and quality teams start with hiring. David also give...

Sharing all sorts of information on social media has become the norm, and it's important for companies to create strategies to ensure their content is also being passed along. Kelsey Johnson, marketing coordinator for Fractl, talks to Tim Muma about the variety of factors to consider when marketing via social media. Kelsey explains how and why people choose to share content, and how organizations can use this information to...

It's no secret that with all the information and technological advances in our society, that individuals and businesses alike are constantly in danger of having their private data stolen. Acxiom founder Charles Morgan, current CEO of PrivacyStar and author of "Matters of Life and Data," brings his unmatched experiences in the world of tech to discuss the concerns of data, security and safety in the information age. Charles...

Technology comes in many forms and often impacts society and culture on some level. Understanding the history and progression of technology can give students the edge in planning for their future careers. Roger Whitson, English professor at Washington State University, joins Tim Muma once again to talk about the role of digital technology within culture. He describes the ways in which technology can affect skills, jobs and...

If you love sports and have an interest in marketing, this could be the perfect career for you. Professional sports franchises are always looking to increase brand awareness, advertise effectively, and sell their "product," though some aspects are rather different than with traditional companies. Caitlin Moyer, director of new media for the Milwaukee Brewers, gives Tim Muma all the details behind strong marketing in sports....

Though the construction industry lives in the physical world, paper plans and blueprints were a costly aspect to its old school ways. Ryan Sutton-Gee, COO and co-founder of PlanGrid, talks about the creation and development of PlanGrid as a benefit to the construction field. He explains to Tim Muma how PlanGrid took advantage of new technology to save companies time, money and frustration while helping a traditional discipl...

Court reporters provide the official record for a wide range of legal proceedings, from high profile criminal cases to depositions. To understand the skills, duties and opportunities for court reporters, Glyn Poage joins Tim Muma to give his perspective. Glyn is an official court reporter in Texas and the vice president of the National Court Reporters Association, positions that have given him tremendous experience and pers...

Whether you're looking for a job, trying to prove your expertise or searching for the best candidates to join your company, social media outlets have become invaluable. Anyone can use these mediums, but to leverage them effectively it's important you understand the best strategies to follow. Stefanie Lomax, director of human resources at Rolyn, gives Tim Muma the key components to keep in mind when utilizing social media. S...

While it's often not seen as intentional, age discrimination occasionally rears its ugly head when organizations are looking to hire new employees. There are often clues in one's resume that indicates a candidate is older than the rest of the potential hires. Marc Miller, founder of Career Pivot and author of "Repurpose Your Career - A Practical Guide for Baby Boomers," joins Tim Muma to help mature workers avoid sounding t...