Former BMX bro Devon Lampman turned his two-wheel passion into a maintenance gig at Barton Springs Bike Rental & Tours - eventually becoming a co-owner of the Austin, TX mainstay. Now if he can just find some qualified employees willing to work during their heavy traffic periods: weekends and vacations.

Former BMX bro Devon Lampman turned his two-wheel passion into a maintenance gig at Barton Springs Bike Rental &amp; Tours - eventually becoming a co-owner of the Austin, TX mainstay. Now if he can just find some qualified employees willing to work during their heavy traffic periods: weekends and vacations.

Pedaling Uphill: One Shop Owner’s Staffing Struggle

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Career Fairs - which may feel like an anachronism in 2025 - turn out to be deceptively fertile places for employers and job hunters alike; we speak with an expert who has some helpful advice for first-timers and introverts braving these potentially intimidating events.

Career Fairs - which may feel like an anachronism in 2025 - turn out to be deceptively fertile places for employers and job hunters alike; we speak with an expert who has some helpful advice for first-timers and introverts braving these potentially intimidating events.

Booths Over Bots: Why Career Fairs Still Matter

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When we first met Demeny Pollitt, the founder of Girlington Garage in Vermont, she was extricating her mom as her business partner and hiring more mechanics. On this episode, she faces new personnel challenges - and new opportunities - as she continues to run her successful, woman-focused garage despite the odds.

When we first met Demeny Pollitt, the founder of Girlington Garage in Vermont, she was extricating her mom as her business partner and hiring more mechanics. On this episode, she faces new personnel challenges - and new opportunities - as she continues to run her successful, woman-focused garage despite the odds.

The Garage Must Go On

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Cody travels around as a carpenter for large stage productions. Recent events offered him an opportunity to step into a new, more senior role - leaving him in a quandary that is becoming more common these days.

Cody travels around as a carpenter for large stage productions. Recent events offered him an opportunity to step into a new, more senior role - leaving him in a quandary that is becoming more common these days.

Stepping Up, Reluctantly

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Corporate banker-turned-professional dating coach Grace Lee transformed her personal journey into a professional rebirth - and she's full of tips and tactics that can help anyone looking to make a match - with a new partner or a new job.

Corporate banker-turned-professional dating coach Grace Lee transformed her personal journey into a professional rebirth - and she's full of tips and tactics that can help anyone looking to make a match - with a new partner or a new job.

Finding Our Perfect Match

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With all the hoopla around AI as a hiring tool, we check in with two experts to understand the advantages - and disadvantages - of using machines to make hiring decisions - a fascinating discussion full of tips and insights for job seekers and recruiters alike.

With all the hoopla around AI as a hiring tool, we check in with two experts to understand the advantages - and disadvantages - of using machines to make hiring decisions - a fascinating discussion full of tips and insights for job seekers and recruiters alike.

When Algorithms Hire: The Promise and Pitfalls of AI in Recruitment

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A former college athlete and QSR hourly wage-earner, Brian Garvey, Express Pros' youngest franchise owner, has transformed his trademark determination and reliability into a successful career helping others find their life's work.

A former college athlete and QSR hourly wage-earner, Brian Garvey, Express Pros' youngest franchise owner, has transformed his trademark determination and reliability into a successful career helping others find their life's work.

The Franchise Rookie

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Scott Carey ditched his successful marketing career to launch his own butcher business. We check in to see how the meat trade is treating him as he transforms from processing to offering direct-to-consumer products.

Scott Carey ditched his successful marketing career to launch his own butcher business. We check in to see how the meat trade is treating him as he transforms from processing to offering direct-to-consumer products.

New Block, Same Chop

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Author Adam Markel has learned the transformational power of making a professional pivot firsthand, and he shares his tips and tricks with us.

https://adammarkel.com

Author Adam Markel has learned the transformational power of making a professional pivot firsthand, and he shares his tips and tricks with us.
https://adammarkel.com

The Pivot Pro

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Former offensive lineman - for a bunch of NFL teams - Pete McMahon applies gridiron grit to his Ames, IA Express franchise.

https://www.expresspros.com/amesia/

Former offensive lineman - for a bunch of NFL teams - Pete McMahon applies gridiron grit to his Ames, IA Express franchise.
https://www.expresspros.com/amesia/

The Iowa Way

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For the 9th season of "On The Job," host Avery Thompson introduces us to some new folks facing key career moments, checks in with some old friends, and explores how AI and other technologies are changing how people find work, meet their mates and live their lives. It's another rollercoaster season featuring entertaining and heartfelt stories of people finding their life's work.

"On The Job" is brought to you by Express Employment Professions. 

For the 9th season of "On The Job," host Avery Thompson introduces us to some new folks facing key career moments, checks in with some old friends, and explores how AI and other technologies are changing how people find work, meet their mates and live their lives. It's another rollercoaster season featuring entertaining and heartfelt stories of people finding their life's work.
"On The Job" is brought to you by Express Employment Professions.&nbsp;

On The Job

Welcome to Season 5 of "On The Job," a podcast about finding your life's work. A lot can change in a year – especially the kind of year we’ve all had. This season, we’re shining a light on folks who have chosen unique career paths – by necessity or by choice. You’ll hear surprising stories of people excelling in non-traditional roles, and meet folks who have put non-profit work front and center in their lives.

On The Job

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