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Ep #16: Nina Bektic-Marrero: A Tale of Triumph From Vision Loss to Leading Business Consultant With the Help of National Industries for the Blind

Ep #16: Nina Bektic-Marrero: A Tale of Triumph From Vision Loss to Leading Business Consultant With the Help of National Industries for the Blind

FromHeard & Empowered


Ep #16: Nina Bektic-Marrero: A Tale of Triumph From Vision Loss to Leading Business Consultant With the Help of National Industries for the Blind

FromHeard & Empowered

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Length:
48 minutes
Released:
Feb 28, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Explore Nina Bektic's remarkable journey from facing the adversity of war and vision loss to becoming a shining example of success in the business world. Nina's story is not just about overcoming obstacles, it's about transforming them into stepping stones towards greatness. Find out how she navigated from a humble beginning as a switchboard operator at the Veterans Administration under the Contract Management Support (CMS) program to launching her thriving project management firm, all while championing the cause of the visually impaired. Discover the resilient mindset and strategies that powered her success and how you can apply them to your career.    For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://heardandempowered.org/16
Released:
Feb 28, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (29)

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!