Ep #21: You CAN Find a Career You Love with Lighthouse for the Blind Seattle's LaKenia Garnes

Are you encountering challenge after challenge in your job search? If so, you need to listen in. Dr. Hoby Wedler is joined this week by LaKenia Garnes, the Purchasing Assistant for the Base Supply Center at Lighthouse for the Blind Seattle. She shares how she overcame obstacles and job rejections to finally find a position that she loves and where she's thriving.   Despite holding a Bachelor's degree and earning a Master's degree in marriage and family therapy, LaKenia's path to finding a long-term, meaningful career wasn't easy. Eventually, her journey led her to a job where she utilizes her skills, finds mentorship from other BVI individuals, and positively impacts the military and their families. She also shares how her persistence and optimism paid off, allowing her to work for an organization that positively changes the lives of people who are blind and visually impaired.   For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://heardandempowered.org/21