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How to Pivot your Interests into a Career

Season 1, Ep. 9

February is Boost your Self-Esteem Month! Here on Fire-Works, we know how our careers can affect our self-esteem, especially when they're not exactly aligned with our interests. Join our discussion with Alex Sager, a member of our CPDS Staff but also a small business owner who didn't have the direct career path he had originally planned.


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