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Liz Career Coaching

Welcome to the Liz Career Coaching podcast, my name is Liz Herrera and I am your host, career coach and job search ally. I have dedicated most of my profession as a career coach and have worked with many clients and students that have found their niche or continue to strive to find career happiness, purpose and satisfaction. For many reasons, some people find themselves in a career path that does not align with their goals and overall purpose. If you are launching your career or ready for your next career move, this podcast will empower you to pave your path and take the action steps to get you where you need to be. Episodes will entail discussion and interviews around values, interests, finding career satisfaction, uncovering and leveraging strengths, and conversations with professionals in diverse industries. Music: https://www.purple-planet.comArtwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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Career Spotlight: A story of perseverance and overcoming self-doubt

May 15, 2023 • Liz Herrera • Season 6 • Episode 58

Today, I have the pleasure of spotlighting a remarkable woman entrepreneur who graciously shares her career journey with us. Whether you're aspiring to start your own business or making significant strides in your career, my guest's story will inspire you.

Dana Toscano-Harder is President and Operator of INDEP Chicago, a Contractor’s Advocacy firm. INDEP offers operational, strategic and capacity building support services to small and diverse businesses, government entities, community partners and assist agencies. Dana’s background boasts over 20 years of experience in construction project management. Her diverse professional experience gives her a unique and thoughtful perspective to all sides of building a project and developing and maintaining relationships.

Interview highlights:

Navigating a non-linear career path in the road construction industry
Taking a leap of faith and starting a business during the pandemic
Breaking barriers and navigating through a male dominated industry
Overcoming self-doubt
Balancing motherhood, personal life and managing a business

Connect with Dana: dana@indepchi.com
https://www.indepchi.com/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
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Website: https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HerreraLiz27
Email: lizcareercoaching@gmail.com

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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