MJ shares her experience of working for a nonprofit organization and the unexpected turn her career took. Originally hired to help small businesses, she was reassigned to a program that built houses for first-time homebuyers. MJ recounts a memorable incident when her boss was arrested while they were driving to an award ceremony. She navigates the aftermath of the arrest, takes on the role of housing director, and learns about the housing industry. Despite the challenges, MJ excels in her new position, until...

Quotes:

• "I know nothing about birthing no babies or building no houses."

• "I'm a fish out of water or in some new water that I didn't know I was getting into."

• "I'm up for the challenge, and I've already quit my job. So what am I going to do, say no at this point?"

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MJ is the host of "Put a Pin In That" and recounts amusing anecdotes from her journey, spanning her college years, married life, parenting escapades, and various work-related exploits. She can be reached on her Instagram page at @puttinthat72