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    Ep #5: Doug Goist on Shame About His Blindness, Hitting Rock Bottom, and Helping Others Succeed

    Ep #5: Doug Goist on Shame About His Blindness, Hitting Rock Bottom, and Helping Others Succeed

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    Ep #5: Doug Goist on Shame About His Blindness, Hitting Rock Bottom, and Helping Others Succeed

    FromHeard & Empowered

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    Length:
    29 minutes
    Released:
    Dec 13, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    Join us as we hear from Doug Goist, Program Manager for Workforce Development at NSITE, as he shares his story of going through the stages of grief after losing his vision due to RP and how he was able to turn it around. Nowadays he helps others succeed in their chosen careers as he trains them on how to navigate blindness successfully.   Get inspired and learn career tips on this episode of the Heard & Empowered podcast.   For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://heardandempowered.org/5
    Released:
    Dec 13, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    The Heard & Empowered podcast is where the blind and visually impaired (BVI) community finds job inspiration, career opportunities, and a path to success. Presented by National Industries for the Blind—a leader in job creation for BVI individuals—this podcast is your go-to resource for thriving professionally in a sighted world. Join the host, Dr. Hoby Wedler, every week on Wednesday, as he and his guests dismantle stereotypes, offer expert advice, and share success stories to help you build a fulfilling career and an enriching life. Discover more at HeardAndEmpowered.org. This podcast is for you if you’re asking yourself: *What kind of job can I find since I’m blind? *How can I build a fulfilling career despite my visual impairment? *What are some of the best accessible places to work? *Are there companies that really care about DEI? *What resources are available to help BVI persons succeed professionally? *How can I overcome workplace biases and challenges as BVI? *What steps can I take to get started and find a meaningful job? *Where can I find employers who value my skills and abilities? *How can I ask for BVI accommodations at work? *Should I disclose or not my visual impairment? Every week, the show will dive into one or more of these topics and beyond. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a single episode!