If anyone is going to expand your mind to what's out there, it's going to be Nya Garrett! Not only is she a 23-year-old traveler who has visited 16 different countries and has spent the last year living in Sydney, Australia, but she's also a past guest on Decision Day where we talked about the opportunity she took pursuing a Working Holiday Visa.In this episode she'll be speaking on her experience and her future plans of returning to Australia on a Student Visa. Nya will also be explaining the in-depth process of securing these Visas as well as mistakes to avoid, travel tips and what it's really like moving to a different country!!⭐️ Connect with Nya: https://www.instagram.com/nya.garrett20/

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Make your dream life a reality in 2026!

James Whittaker's Success Plan Template: Download HERE

If you’re feeling stuck or unsure where to start, this episode gives you a simple, actionable process to design the life you want. Let's work through the exact steps to set clear goals, create a vision for your future, and enter the new year with confidence!

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When do you cut the financial umbilical cord?! 😆

In this bonus episode of Decision Day, I break down a powerful article from the Charles Schwab Quarterly Magazine titled Helping Adult Children Build Better Money Habits by Jeannie Bidner. Every young adult (and parent) needs to hear this!

This episode covers the exact points young adults struggle with most: financial dependence, rising living costs, lifestyle pressure, credit card debt, budgeting, and how to actually transition toward independence without feeling overwhelmed.

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Coffee Meetings provide the quickest path to opportunities and growth! Here's how to build your very own strong network of professionals. ☕️

The steps to a great Coffee Meeting:

1. Send a professional introduction
2. Research & prepare questions
3. Add value first
4. Show up ready to impress
5. Conduct a great conversation & take notes
6. End with a plan
7. Send a follow up

This is your sign to schedule an introductory meeting with someone new this week! Let me know how it goes. 🌟

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The ultimate list of things to do when you think "you have nothing to do!"

1. Learn the Adobe Softwares
2. Learn how to Build a Website
3. Teach yourself how to set up a shop on Shopify
4. Start a podcast!
5. Take the ACT "Work Keys" test
6. Enroll in a certification course (Google, Udemy, Coursera)
7. Write/Self-Publish a Book
8. Learn Paid Advertising
9. Get comfortable with Posting to Social Media
10. Elevate Your LinkedIn
11. Order Business Cards
12. Set Up Meetings with Industry Experts

Save this list and refer back to it when you're "bored!" 😉

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This is PART 2 of the advice you need to hear before your first job! 💸

I'm Leah Leverich, host of Decision Day and Brand Manager at ⁠⁠Big Brand Ventures⁠⁠.

In this episode, we're continuing to answer the most common questions young adults have about entering the working world.

These are the last 5 questions:

• 6. How do I handle job rejection?

  7. What do I do if I make a mistake at work?

• 8. Should I get a mentor? How do I find one?

• 9. How much should I expect to make for my first job?

• 10. Should I rent or live with my parents for now?

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This is the advice you need to hear before your first job! 💼
I'm Leah Leverich, host of Decision Day and Brand Manager at ⁠Big Brand Ventures⁠.

In this episode, I’m answering the most common questions young adults have about entering the working world.

These are the first 5 questions:

• 1. How do I write a strong resume if I don’t have much experience?

• 2. How do I network if I don’t know anyone in the industry?

• 3. How can I stand out in a competitive job market?

• 4. What do employers look for in recent graduates?

• 5. What’s the best way to answer “What’s your biggest weakness?" in a job interview?
  

  This is Part 1 of 2... Stay tuned for more workforce FAQs in the next episode!

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This is the compilation of advice I wish I knew before entering the workforce! 💼

I'm Leah Leverich, host of Decision Day and Brand Manager at Big Brand Ventures.

In this episode, I guide you on how to enter the workforce with confidence.

Remember these 5 pieces of advice:

1. Build Your Network

2. Find Your Ideal Career

3. Reflect on Your Surroundings

4. Be Open to Change

5. Curiosity (the most important one!)

Whether you're in high school, a college student, or just re-evaluating your path, these are the next steps before starting a career in the professional world.

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