Career Trails with Ed Samuel

Welcome to Career Trails, a bi-weekly video series where we explore the winding paths of careers and the journeys that shape them.

Just like the trails we hike; careers are rarely a straight path. They come with ups, downs, twists, turns, and unexpected detours. Each episode, we’ll venture into a new park and meet people from diverse backgrounds, asking them about their unique career journeys. Together, we’ll uncover valuable insights and tips that can inspire and empower you to navigate your own Career Trail.

At SamNova, we’ve coached 900+ clients, conducted more than 1,200 career assessments, and written, revamped or edited 4,500+ resumes. We offer a fully integrated approach to career coaching, including:

Personalized career assessments and consultations
Resume writing and LinkedIn optimization
Targeted job searches and interview prep using AI
Networking strategies and reverse recruiting
Navigating the hidden job market and offer negotiations

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To the trails:

trivia question:

Trail 10:

East Brandywine Trail

Episode 10 - 4/4/2025

Professions Discussed:

Massage Therapist:

https://www.betterteam.com/massage-therapist-job-description

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Trail 9:

Oversee Farm Trail

Episode 9 - 3/14/25

Profession Discussed:

Senior Licensing Executive: https://www.linkedin.com/advice/1/what-does-senior-licensing-executive-rxqae

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Trail 8:

White Clay Creek Preserve

Episode 8 - 2/28/25

Profession Discussed:

Licensed Junior Associate: https://interviewguy.com/commercial-banker-job-description/

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Trail 7:

Auburn Valley State Park

Episode 7 - 2/7/25

Profession Discussed:

Information Technology: https://www.indeed.com/hire/job-description/it-specialist

Entrepreneur: https://resources.workable.com/entrepreneur-job-description

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Trail 6:

Auburn Valley State Park

Episode 6 - 1/24/25

Profession Discussed:

Mechanical Engineer: https://resources.workable.com/mechanical-engineer-job-description

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Trail 5: Tweed Park

Episode 5: 12/27/2024

Professions Discussed:

Firearms Instructor/Range Safety Officer: https://www.tealhq.com/job/Firearms-Instructor-Senior-Range-Safety-Officer-III_5cf0100c-2e9d-4df1-96ab-2edf36deda93

Registered Nurse:
https://resources.workable.com/registered-nurse-job-description

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Trail 4: Stroud Preserve

Episode 4: 12/13/2024

Professions Discussed:

Communications Specialist: https://resources.workable.com/communications-specialist-job-description

Mortgage Broker:
https://diversityjobs.com/job-descriptions/mortgage-broker-job-description

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Trail 3: Unionville Community Park

Episode 3: 11/29/2024

Professions Discussed:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA): https://breezy.hr/resources/job-descriptions/certified-public-accountant

Immigration Consultant: https://www.betterteam.com/immigration-consultant-job-description

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Trail 2: Anson B. Nixon Park Episode 2: 11/15/2024

Professions Discussed:

Early Interventionist: https://bit.ly/SamNova-earlyinterventionist

Museum Curator: https://bit.ly/SamNova-museum-curator

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Trail 1: Goddard Park

Episode 1: 11/1/2024

Professions Discussed:

Property and Casualty Agent: https://bit.ly/SamNova-Property-Casualty-Agent

Campaign Manager: https://bit.ly/SamNova-Campaign-Manager

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trivia question:

Trail 10: What was this trail used for between 1902-1929?

Answer:

The existing trail mostly follows the old West Chester trolley line which operated from 1902 until 1929, going from West Chester to Downingtown.

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Trail 9: What well know organization purchased the farm, from Warren Reynolds in 2003?

Answer:
The Reynolds family sold their farm to The Nature Conservancy in 2003.

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Trail 8: What Company donated 1,350 acres to the White Clay Creek Preserve in 1984?

Answer:
DuPont Company

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Trail 7: What historic mansion resides in Auburn Valley State Park?

Answer:
Marshall Mansion

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Trail 6: Auburn State Park has the world's largest collection of what?

Answer:
Stanley Steam Cars

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Trail 5: Why do they call it Tweed Park?

Answer:
The original Tweed Tavern from 225+ years ago still resides on the property as a historical site.

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Trail 4: What is the oldest standing structure in the preserve?

Answer:
Farmhouse built by Thomas Worth in 1740. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Trail 3: What historical building resides at one of the park entrances?

Answer:

The large red brick building adjacent to the Unionville Community Park was originally built as the Eastern Star Lodge (Hall), dedicated by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in 1851. The Odd Fellows, Motto: “Friendship, Love, Truth”. Their focus was to help widows, orphans, the sick, and the poor at the Hall.

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Trail 2: What kind of annual rodeo is held at Anson B. Nixon every year?

Answer:

Annual Trout Fishing Rodeo

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Trail 1: What creek runs through Goddard Park?

Answer:

East Branch of the White Clay Creek

Career Tip:

trivia question:

Career Tip:

Trail 10 Tip:

Never tell an interviewer one of your strengths without immediately backing it up with a short example of how that strength allowed you to accomplish something in a current or past job.

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Trail 9 Tip:

If you are asked during an interview, "What is your targeted compensation?", do not give a low to high range. Give then a figure that is not crazy low or high but one that would motivate enough to want to say yes to a potential job offer.

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Trail 8 Tip:

Meeting with a career coach helps clarify your goals and provides personalized strategies to advance your career. They offer expert guidance on job searches, interviews, and networking, boosting your chances of success.

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Trail 7 Tip:

When switching careers, focus on the skills you already have and find ways to gain experience in the new field. Network with people in the industry to learn more and find job leads. Be patient—it might take time, and starting with an entry-level role can help you build up your experience.

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Trail 6 Tip:

If you apply for a job and get back a computer-generated note back from HR indicating that they have found other more qualified candidates, do not assume the hiring manager has seen your resume.

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Trail 5 Tip:

Try to avoid a shot gun approach to managing your career. Find the right target, use a rifle and aim before pulling that trigger. It could very well make all the difference.

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Trail 4 Tip:

Before making a firm decision to embark into a career or new career area, speak with two (2) people who have been in the profession. Ask for their insight, advice and counsel about what has worked well and the pitfalls along the way. That insight could make all the difference as you move forward.

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Trail 3 Tip:

Never let a wrong turn on a career stop you from achieving a new direction to bring out the best part of your purpose and passion.

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Trail 2 Tip:

Encourage your teens or grandchildren in high school to learn about and even intern (part-time) at multiple professions - it just might light a passion and love for a career focus that will mean everything.

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Trail 1 Tip:

It is okay to change your career path at anytime in your life.

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