"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…
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The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families
Markis Gardner - The Honest Education Consultant
"The Honest Education Consultant" is a podcast dedicated to helping parents and students make informed decisions about their educational journey. From choosing the right college to exploring alternatives like studying abroad or skipping college altogether, we provide candid, expert advice to ensure the best path for every student.
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Solicitor Andrew Gray shares his top tips for what you should do when you have suffered a personal injury, been a victim of clinical negligence or been involved with a stressful employment dispute.With a wealth of experience, Andrew is one of the UK's most personable and honest lawyers, dedicated to ensuring the well-being of all his clients.Andrew is the founder of honest, ethical law firm www.truthlegal.com
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This podcast is build on honest career advice and career growth tools, made for those of us who are shy, socially anxious or introverted. It will help you to develop the leadership skills required to take your career to the next level without having to change who you truly are. Whether you are fresh out of college, or already busy building your career, if you aspire to be a leader in your field, this career advice is for you.I created the shyest in the room, to share insights and learnings w ...
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In this episode we cover why English is important for every major even STEM Majors. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me. Tutoring: Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student? Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT? Do you want he…
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In this episode we will discuss whether you should take AP History or not. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me. Tutoring: Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student? Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT? Do you want help gettin…
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In this episode we will cover opportunities for those who only have a high school diploma. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me. Tutoring: Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student? Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT? Do you …
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In this episode we cover opportunities for those who did not get a high school diploma. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me. Tutoring: Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high school student? Do you want help preparing for the SAT/ACT? Do you wan…
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In today's episode we finish talking about an important topic. Low grades and depression. In this episode we talk about options BEFORE you decide to drop out. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me. Tutoring: Do you need a math tutor for your middle school or high…
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In today's episode we will talk about an important topic. Low grades and depression. This is a very serious discussion so I hope you will have a listen and make sure your child is depressed. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my podcast to cover your child's specific case, please contact me. Tutoring: Do you need a math tuto…
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In this episode I help you to get into a top university as a transfer student. 1) Make sure you get close to a 4.0 GPA 2) Choose your major QUICKLY 3) Push back on general courses like History 101 until much later. 4) Find extra material outside your university to work on set yourself apart. 5) Showcase your work 6) Transfer if you can. If you cann…
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In this episode for The Honest Education Consultant, we explore the exciting world of science competitions and how they can open doors to remarkable opportunities for your child. If you’re a parent looking to inspire your child to engage with science in a fun and impactful way, this episode is for you! We dive deep into the benefits of participatin…
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Today we will talk about getting your child ahead in math while in grades 3 and 4. We will talk about why memorizing the times tables instead of just knowing them is important. We will also discuss why using a calculator instead of learning the math is actually hurtful to your child. Support the show Guest: If you would like to be a guest on my pod…
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Debunking some common myths about extracurricular activities and what colleges really want to see on your application
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In this episode we will talk about the two of the biggest mistakes students make when applying for colleges concerning their extracurricular activities. What Universities Really Want Top universities are looking for students who have shown growth and dedication in their extracurriculars. Avoiding the "Study Robot" Trap What you don’t want to be is …
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Intro - The Who, What, When, Where, Why and How - so you will know what to expect in my podcast.
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Hello, and welcome to “The Education Blueprint: Honest Advice for Families.” I’m Markis Gardner, and today’s episode is all about getting to know what this podcast is about. We’ll dive into the Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How—so you know exactly what to expect moving forward. Who First, Who am I? As I mentioned, my name is Markis Gardner. I’ve…
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In today's episode # 37, we dive into the world of sales and focus on why being good at selling does not require you to be extroverted or any more outgoing that you are. Being great at selling requires you to simply follow a few basic sales techniques, that will help you understand what you are selling and to whom, to reach the perfect customer at …
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Follow these 7 rules to avoid oversharing at work! Trust me, it can save your career!
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11:31Do you ever ask yourself: Was it ok that I told that story? Did I share too much personal information at work today? Is this really an anecdote I can share at work functions? Oversharing at work can get you in trouble. Whether you tell the wrong story, or you share something with someone who is not trustworthy, you do not want to ruin your career b…
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My 3 golden and bulletproof rules, to adapt early on in your career!
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11:00I have said many times that I do not believe in one recipe to follow for a successful career, but I do have established some rules for myself, that have helped me grow my career at full speed. I figured out, that we have to leave our comfort zones every once in a while to speed things up, and manage our career path constantly ourselves. Leaving our…
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Do you dread going to conventions, because you are not one for hanging out at the bar after a full day of networking? Do you feel overwhelmed? Good news is: you do not have to! Networking at conventions is one of the key assets for career growth, but if you do not feel like doing so at night, you are not alone. You can still grow an amazing career …
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If you ever feel like you need to change who you are, be more outgoing, more talkative or more of an entertainer do have a successful career, this is your reminder on why you should not change who you are. Instead activate your amazing introvert powers and utilize them to kickstart your career. In episode 33 of my career advice for introverts podca…
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Did you ever have to fire someone? Just like hiring people for your business, there can be a variety of reasons, brining firing someone to the table. And as unfortunately many companies are known for rather ruthless firing techniques, I think respect and a personal talk, should always be a part of letting someone go. If you feel like firing someone…
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How to deal with rude customers and where to draw the line!
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12:17Rude customers. Clients. Partners.... the list goes on. And at one point in your career we will all encounter one. But do not worry. There are ways to handle customer expectations, and manage a complaint professionally. It can be stressful, to have a yelling or screaming customer standing in front of you, but do not be overwhelmed. I will share som…
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Spoiler alert: Rejections are what shapes the way to success. Rejections form us, push us to create new ideas, change approaches and drive ourselves out of our comfort zone and into the lane that leads to a growing career. We need to embrace rejections and not let them take us out of the game and into dark places. Listen in to find out how to handl…
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Do you feel like you are not yourself at work? Do you try to fit in, by trying to be more outgoing or extroverted than you are? Does it drain you, being someone else at work? If you struggle with these situations, I want to help you find the confidence in being who you are. Being yourself will help you grow faster, by managing your energies correct…
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How to give a strong presentation - it only takes one small trick!
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11:50Nightmares, sweaty palms, out of breath, shaking hands? Do you feel like giving a presentation can be the most overwhelming hurdle to take? Trust me, I have been there. But let me tell you, showing great presentation skills to any kind of audience, does not require you to be a born speaker, the most charismatic individual or full of confidence. It …
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Happy Friday. Celebrating achievements, especially small ones, can be a difficult talks for many introverts, as we do not like to be the center of attention most of the times. But if you are not celebrating your achievements, and learn how to actively acknowledge how far you have come, you will have a hard time being your own (and most important) c…
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Are you guilty of trying to always finding out things on your own? Do you spent hours searching google or finding out how to complete tasks, when there might be someone in your office or team, who could help you or teach you? Asking for help is the simplest, yet sometimes scariest part about proper time management. I know many of us want to be inde…
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Everyone in business knows, negotiations can go in your favor or not. But of course, we want them to go in our favor and help us seal the deal or get that salary increase we are pushing for. But, did you know that it all depends on one moment? The moment that determines your success in seconds? If the answer is no, you better listen know to find ou…
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Do you struggle with delegating work. Do you sometimes feel like you are taking on too much of a workload, because you do not fully trust to hand over tasks as a manager. Let me tell you, being a manager is not always easy, but delegating work is a tool, that will help you reach your and your team's full potential. You need to build trust and learn…
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Find the courage to speak up in a meeting and share what you want to say!
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10:31Speaking up can be a big hurdle for those of us who are shy and are not always confident that what we want to say, or the idea we want to share is good enough. And it can take some time to build yourself up to become confident enough to speak up in meetings, and share your ideas. But it can be done! I had to come a long way to build myself up to ac…
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3 big lessons I learned in my career - try to avoid these mistakes!
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10:20I want to take todays episode, to share with you 3 major lessons, I had to learn the hard way in my career, and I wished I would have known sooner. Weather it is salary negotiations, doing the job of four people, or sticking around, when the company is not helping you grow. I wish I would have known these sooner, and I hope my experience can help y…
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How to keep your energy high around extroverted co-workers - take charge!
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10:14If you feel exhausted after work, or feel the need to re-charge all weekend alone, you might want to review who is stealing your energies. I have been there before, and I know it can be very easy, to let people drain important energy from you, that you need, to actually focus on your job and your life after work. Many times, extroverts do not know …
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What to do when you are getting emotional at work - and why it is ok!
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10:39Crying, yelling, punching things.... I think everyone has experienced all sorts of emotions at work But what about the ones, that we do not really want to share with our co-workers and do not want anyone to see. Unfortunately it happens. Emotions are a part of our life, and they will come up (most of the time when we do not need them...). How to ha…
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Group Projects - a survival guide for anyone who is not a fan!
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10:14Group projects have always given me major anxiety. But whether you like them or not, they follow you into your career. (Unless you work a job where you are fully independent. Then good for you.) But, if you have to sit through them like the rest of us, and they tend to overwhelm you, this episode is for you! I will share my tips on how to actually …
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Goal setting for me, together with proper time management, is really what a successful career is all about. In episode #18 on career advice for introverts, I will share with you why you should set goals for yourself, how you set them and how you guarantee to follow through. Goals are the key to ensure you develop yourself, you grow in your career, …
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5 things you have to apologize for & 5 things you should NEVER apologize for in your career
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11:21I noticed people love to apologize at work, especially for things that do not need apologizing. Apologizing too much can cost you your credibility and make you look weak, which is something that does not go too well with shooting to the top in your career. Showing weakness is not a flaw, do not get me wrong, but apologizing for things that do not d…
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How to get that promotion - 3 dos and don'ts everyone needs to know!
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10:29Are you ready to get promoted? Do you know it is your turn, but nothing is happening? Spoiler alert: promotions will not rain down on you, you need to actively pursue what you deserve to develop your career and grow! Pushing for a promotion can be overwhelming and scary for some, and that's why I will share with you three things you need to do now …
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The basic hacks on selling yourself if you are not a sales genius
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10:07How to sell yourself successfully is a question I get asked a lot. In episode #15 I want to share with you what is actually required to sell yourself in a job interview, or your services and leave a lasting impression. You do not have to be a born speaker, sales person or the most charismatic person on earth, to have a good sales pitch of yourself …
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Negotiate your salary like a boss in 3 situations
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11:26Episode #14 is all about salary negotiation. Salary negotiation skills are essential to any viable career, and help you get the pay day you deserve. But if you are shy like me, you might need some extra encourage to actually go all in on your next salary negotiation and that's why I have compiled my proven tips, that will ensure you will be well pr…
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Knowing your market value and how to determine how much salary you can ask for, is the key focus of episode #13. There are different ways to determine how much salary you can expect, and what you should be getting paid. Knowing your salary worth is an important part of growing your career - you should know this at any point in your career. You may …
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Episode #12 is all about team motivation ideas. If you are running a team, keeping motivation high needs to be your top priority and part of your team management strategy. I will tell you my killer tips on how to motivate your employees and ensure to create a thriving work atmosphere for your team. My career advice for introverts goes team motivati…
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How to built a strong connection with your team using a few simple hacks
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11:10In episode #11, we are going to look at how to connect with your team as a manager and develop team management skills. How close should you get with your team members, how do you balance the act of being a manager and a trusted co-worker for your team, how do you take feedback from your team? If you have asked yourself these questions before, this …
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The 4 main steps as a first time manager - you don't want to miss them!
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12:27Episode #10 is all about your first steps as a newly in charge manager. How to start getting to know your team, key aspects in team management, and what factors to look out for to ensure your team members are comfortable with you. Grow your career with my career advice for introverts one step at a time. Tune in on all the leadership skills needed t…
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In episode #9, the shyest in the room looks at the topic of mental health and how to leave work at work. With the weekend approaching, it is important that we look at how to switch off our phones, clock out from work, and make small efforts to recharge. Career advice for introverts is not only about how to grow your career, but also how to make sur…
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Episode 7 is all about networking in business for introverts. While networking can be stressful for many of us, networking at conferences can be even more overwhelming, given the amount of people attending. While I used to hide in bathrooms when I started out, I have grown into a networking pro, and I want to share my go-to tips with you. Networkin…
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In episode #7 of the career advice podcast for introverts, time management takes the focus. Scheduling your day, allocating time for projects, meeting deadlines and ensuring productivity are all aspects required to be successful in your career. To develop leadership skills, time management and organization are key. Managing your time goes a long wa…
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The starter kit for your next job interview - 3 simple hacks
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11:16This career advice episode #6 is dedicated to job interviews ( truth be told I am not a fan, but have been to many and conducted many as well) and how to ace them if you are shy or introverted. I will give you my 3 killer hacks, plus how to use your 'shy' powers to sell yourself: 1. Turn your CV into a story 2. Mirror your interviewer 3. Be short a…
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Use these 3 hacks to attend a meeting with clients with courage (Part 2)
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10:01Episode #5 is part 2 to my previous episode, where I spoke about hacks for a leadership meeting. This time, it is all about business meetings outside the company with clients, partners etc. The focus is on 1. the setting of the meeting 2. listening skills 3. the small talk hurdle Thank you for tuning in, and I am excited for your feedback. In the n…
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Hi everyone, in episode #4, I am sharing 3 keys to handling meetings within your company and to actually be able to voice your opinion, even if speaking up is not your strength. 1. Do not bring personal luggage 2. Pick yourself right up when someone cuts you off 3. Capitalize on other attendees Thank you for listening in and for more hacks follow m…
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How to send that email and make that phone call without putting it off
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10:03Hello leaders of tomorrow, in episode #3 I am going to talk about how I get myself to not put off sending an email 📧 or making a phone call 📞 at work. I know most of us like to put these off, but there are simple hacks that will help you get things done. If you struggle with picking up the phone and calling someone or keep that email draft in your …
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With over 10 years of experience in different industries, I was lucky to work with and meet many managers, executives, or leaders. And along the way I could not stop to notice, that I always had to push a little bit harder than my competition to grow as a leader, as I am not an extrovert. I wish someone would have told me that being shy or introver…
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How to leave your home office and prepare to return to your office
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14:09Welcome to my first episode. I will be talking about mastering the hurdle of leaving your home office to return to your "actual" office. As this can be very stressful and overwhelming, I want to share 3 simple life hacks with you, that will help ease the transition (they did for me!). Leave me a review or let me know about your experience returning…
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How to survive your first day at a new job
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11:09Hi leaders of tomorrow, in episode #2, I will be sharing my life hacks for surviving your first day at work at a new job. Plus ways you can use your own strengths as leverage. Sharing my own experiences, I will show you how to prepare yourself to actually start your new job on a high note. First impressions are important, but that does not mean we …
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How to Prepare a Complex Spouse Visa Application, with Priya Solanki
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1:06:24Truth Legal's Immigration Solicitor, Louis MacWilliam, talks with Priya Solanki, immigration barrister at 1 Pump Court Chambers in London. Aimed at individuals and immigration practitioners, in this podcast Priya explains how to effectively prepare a complex spouse or partner application. We cover common reasons for refusal, what the various tests …
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