Living the dream with behavioral therapist and founder of the non-profit organization Fortitude Nicole Davis

Send us Fan MailNicole David had aBrutal childhood at the hands of a mentally ill parent. Still she managed to scrap her way into a respectable career in the legal vertical and with Silicon Valley Corporate. At 52 Nicole realized that if she didn't leave Corporate America, she would likely end her life. It was a sobering realization, but Nicole knew she couldn't go on the same way she always had. Nicole floundered for a few years while trying to "find herself" but landed on working with kids as a behavior therapist. Nicole quickly realized that the 1:1 connection was gratifying, but she knew she could do more. Nicole decided to launch a nonprofit that introduces young people (those not destined for college) to the trades. The program focuses first on "Life Mastery" (communication, emotional regulation, financial literacy, etc.) and then on the trades. In our first year, we enjoyed a 71% placement rate of our graduates. Our students age 18-24 are locking in career starting positions making between $50K-$70K/yr to start. More than that, they're standing taller, more confident, and self-sufficient.www.fortitudecareers.orgSupport the show