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Pride vs Progress | The Lesson Every Graduate Needs

Welcome to Episode 47 with Toby Lyles and Murad Aljalamdeh, founder of Cheyenne Young Professionals. What do you do when you have a degree… but no job? In this episode, Murad shares the raw story of graduating with an engineering degree — only to sit unemployed for nearly a year. Applications sent everywhere. No callbacks. Blame from others. Doubt creeping in. Instead of waiting for the “perfect” opportunity, he made a bold move. He pulled over at a construction site. He walked up and asked for a job. Not an engineering job. Any job. That decision changed everything. From supervising attendance sheets to being recruited into the electrical engineering team… Murad proves that “momentum starts with humility”. But the story doesn’t stop there. After fighting through the struggle himself, he noticed something: So many fresh graduates were stuck — overwhelmed, blamed, and told not to “take jobs beneath their degree.” So at just 25 years old, he launched a nonprofit to help young engineers build soft skills, navigate the job market, and discover emerging industries like solar energy. One year later? A former student called him — not to ask for help — but to say thank you. He had started his own solar installation company. That moment sparked something bigger. After moving to Cheyenne, Murad faced a new challenge: starting over in a new town. No network. No built-in circle. Just an idea. So he did what most people are too afraid to do. He posted online asking for volunteers for an organization that didn’t even exist yet. No meetings. No followers. Just belief. Today? • 400+ followers • 50+ formal members • A full leadership team • Sponsorship pathways to major conferences This episode is about: Starting before you're ready Taking “small” jobs that lead to big opportunities Why pride blocks progress The power of community building Delegating instead of building a one-man show Why hunger beats credentials And how helping others can build your own legacy If you're 18–25 and waiting for the perfect moment… This is your sign. Start. Episode 047 Release Date: March 3, 2026 Host: Toby Lyles Guest: Murad Aljalamdeh/ Cheyenne Young Professionals Get in touch with Murad and Cheyenne Young Professionals Facebook:  / cheyenneyoungprofessionals   Instagram:   / cypgwy