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Episode SummaryIn this inspiring episode, Karla shares her incredible journey of releasing 85 pounds over three years and the mindset shift that transformed her life. As a first-generation New Yorker raised by hardworking parents, Karla inherited a relentless work ethic and a passion for helping others achieve economic empowerment. She recounts her diverse career journey, from HR and government facilities management to real estate and entrepreneurship, and highlights how she’s now leveraging her experience to empower others through career coaching and wealth-building strategies.Karla emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, intentionality, and surrounding yourself with supportive communities to achieve personal and professional growth.Key HighlightsEmpowering Weight Loss JourneyFamily Influence and Work Ethic.Transition to Real Estate and EntrepreneurshipFocus on Economic EmpowermentThe Power of Coaching and AccountabilityOvercoming MediocrityCommunity Support and Daily ActionAbout the Guest Karla Hill is a seasoned HR Executive, Career Coach and Business Owner committed to equipping individuals accomplish their economic empowerment goals. She is Founder of GPS Career and Business Strategies. The firm helps business owners and individuals transform their organizations and careers via Human Resources tools and strategies. Karla graduated from the City University of New York's (CUNY) Baruch College for her bachelor's degree and obtained a master's degree from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia. She holds senior certifications from the Society of Human Resources Management and the Human Resources Certification Institute and is certified to administer the Myers Briggs Personality and Career Direct assessment tools. She was employed with the City of Philadelphia for the past 35 years in progressively responsible leadership roles. She also partners with her husband in providing Customized real estate services as licensed realtors, investors, mortgage professionals and educators to help others build their wealth goals Via GPS Real Estate Solutions. They have connected clients to millions of dollars in resources in the form of education, Real Estate, income, connections. and strategies. Ms. Hill is a first generation New Yorker, currently residing in the northwest section of Philadelphia, In her free time Karla enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons, and mother. my passion is the economic empowerment of myself and others via career planning, business development and asset buildingIG: @karlahill460FB: https://www.facebook.com/karla.hill.146LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karla-hill-ms-sphr-shrm-scp-mbti%C2%AE-916a6712/X: @kyhill1About the Host: Hugh excels at helping entrepreneurs and executives who are on the path to manifesting their dreams - whether they are on the first steps of a launch or a giant leap forward as they level up their business. His podcast is dedicated to helping trustworthy, integral, and heart-centered entrepreneurs connect to the people who need them most.Hugh Zaretsky, was an IT executive until his wake-up call came on 9/11. Realizing how short life can be, Hugh transitioned his career to become a real estate investor, international speaker, best-selling author, philanthropist,...
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