About the Podcast
Welcome to the Career Diaries Podcast, with host Briana Okyere. Each week, we will laugh and learn with industry experts, talk through the highs and lows of their career journeys and unlock the secrets to career success in any field.
If you’re a young professional seeking to pivot or advance in your career, then this is the show for you. Rest assured that you’re not alone in any challenges you may face — sharing our knowledge and our stories enables us all to thrive!
Meet your host
Briana Okyere
Briana Okyere is a community builder with 10+ years of experience fostering and growing strong, inclusive, authentic groups of like-minded individuals in tech.
Former host of the top ranked podcast Modern Business Operations, she launched The Career Diaries as a way to give back to the industry that grew her career to what it is today. Now, her mission is to help others achieve the careers they desire.
What to expect in show format and questions
Engaging conversations with event leaders as they share their expertise, experiences and perspectives from working in the industry.
Who is the audience of the show?
Anyone looking to learn more about current trends, ideas and challenges in the events industry — from senior event managers and directors to CMOs, CEOs and industry professionals seeking to create great event experiences.
How long is each episode?
Your recording session will be 60 minutes long so that we have adequate time for tech checks and topic alignment before recording.
The final episode will be ~30 minutes long.
Is the show audio or video?
The show is primarily audio, although we do record video when possible for YouTube and social media clips. It would be great to have you on camera, if possible. If not, no worries and we can focus on only recording audio.
How to prepare for your interview:
Use your computer - Please use your computer for recording, not your phone. This will ensure we have the best quality possible.
Remove distractions - Please be in a quiet area where you will not be disturbed and silence all notifications on your computer and mobile device.
Audio quality - Please use the best microphone you have available. If you do not have a microphone then use at minimum a pair of earbuds or a headset. This ensures the best audio quality for the listener.
Raise your webcam to eye level (you can stack your computer on top of books if needed).
Ensure that the light is in front of you and not behind you. If you have a window, set your computer with the window behind your computer screen so there is adequate light on your face.
How will this be recorded?
We will record your interview via Zoom. Please make sure to have Zoom installed on your computer prior to the interview.
Where is the podcast hosted?
The podcast is hosted on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and all other major podcast directories.
What is the time commitment & process?
To get involved with an episode, a guest should expect
Podcast brief - an outline of proposed questions and talking points for the episode.
30-minute kickoff call - to discuss topics and refine the podcast brief.
Asynchronous time - to review and approve talking points.
60-minute recording session - 60-minute session to record the final episode. The final run time will be ~30 minutes.
Asynchronous time - to share and promote the episode once live.