Interviews with guests who have created simple solutions to be more inclusive for people with disabilities, chronic illnesses and life baggage. Listeners can learn and apply some of these solutions to support themselves and others to live their best lives. Listeners can also hear how they can be the confident in developing their ideas into new inclusive solutions that can make a real difference to people's lives.
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You are a smart, driven woman who is not afraid to work hard or think big for your career and life. You like taking conscious efforts to improve the status quo rather than going with the flow. Your career is a big part of your life canvas, but you find yourself wanting to throw many more colors on it. The good news is that you are not alone.I am Sirisha and welcome to the Women, Career & Life podcast! Join me as I share experiences, interesting stories about career beginnings, breaks and seq ...
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Our podcast guest today is Nicole Smith from Australia. She is a nurse and a gerontologist who is extremely passionate about giving people who have dementia their best lives. When you hear the story of Nicole’s upbringing, you will understand why she loves being with older people and why she fights for human rights for our elders. After becoming a …
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Our guest today is Charles Lowe who is the chief executive of Digital Health and Care Alliance (DACA), he is an expert in telehealth and telecare. Throughout his career he has worked on technologies to support others. He shares with us how he wanted to open people’s eyes to recognise what technology can do to help people and how everybody can becom…
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Louise Thompson - Supporting Your Parents
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Today’s guest on our podcast is Louise Thompson, who has set up the app Myfolks. She tells us about growing up in a particularly poor area in the west end of Newcastle, in the North East of England. Louise’s first job was at the Freeman Hospital where she was involved in some cardiovascular research that was published in a medical journal. Through …
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Today’s guest is Jules Robinson from The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents – ROSPA. Jules is a guest who has an interest and expertise in falls and fall prevention. Previously having worked in social housing, Jules’ background is in health and safety, and now she is the falls engagement lead at ROSPA. They campaign for better design ele…
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Our podcast guest today is herself a podcaster – Adriane Berg. Adriane has a fascinating background and has spent much of her life in front of a camera, microphone or in a courtroom as a lawyer; radio presenter, and a tv presenter. She was a pioneer of elder law, worked on US syndicated radio and hosted one of the first money programmes on CNN. Les…
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Louise Hunt Skelley PLY - Inclusive Sports
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Our guest today is Louise Hunt Skelley PLY, a Paralympic wheelchair tennis athlete, who now has developed an exciting portfolio career. She is involved in a range of many different things, including commentary, tournament directing, consultancy, working with young people, and public speaking – all with a focus on disability, inclusion and sport. Re…
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Today’s guest, Gavin Neate, joined Guide Dogs for the blind, where he served as a mobility instructor for 18 years. Previously, he had spent 10 years as a military policeman. During his time working as a mobility instructor, where he worked on people’s independent mobility, he became very involved in the entire process of helping clients find ways …
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Our guest today, Anthony Blackburn has a passion for golf – but not just for playing the game… he has set up Golf in Society. Starting his business six years ago, presently he has 23 venues where golf clubs are put at the heart of local communities. What that means is, they are open for people facing challenges later in life, for many different rea…
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Our guest on today’s podcast is Jane Cooper, the founder and managing director of Access and Inclusion UK. They help businesses and destinations to understand the type of challenges that people with disabilities or accessibility requirements might have, and importantly, give them solutions to overcome them, through training, or whatever solution is…
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David and Felicity Brown - Inclusive Holidays
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Our guests today are Felicity and David Brown, who own Hoe Grange Holidays in the Peak District and they talk to us about how over the last 17 years they have built an award winning all-inclusive holiday business from scratch on the farm that has been in David’s family since the 1930s. David talks about how his father, in the 70s, had considered ha…
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Today’s guest is Billal Jamil, the MD and one of the founders at Public Speaking Academy, who talks to us about the importance of being heard in the context of inclusivity. The main mission for the Public Speaking Academy is to help people from all backgrounds to find their voice, ready to use it in the many spaces where they might have to access a…
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Today’s guest is Zak Marks, co-founder of Kitt Medical. He has lived with a severe allergy to nuts for as long as he can remember. He decided to tackle a problem closest to his heart, which is – why isn’t there an equivalent to defibrillators for allergies? Wherever you go, there is usually access to a defibrillator, but there is no access to epi p…
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Our guest on today’s podcast is Emily Yates who works for Mima, an inclusive creative design agency. She is a wheelchair user with cerebral palsy and in her job, she heads up the accessibility and inclusive design team for the company. We talk to Emily about the changes that design can make to people’s lives, and how passionate she is about what sh…
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Rory Cellan-Jones - Technology for Inclusion
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The first guest on our podcast is Rory Cellan-Jones. Rory is a British journalist and former BBC News technology correspondent. He worked for the BBC for 40 years, and left in August 2021. He is also an author of many books, and since leaving the BBC has a newsletter which is very popular, and also runs a podcast called Movers and Shakers, which is…
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Introducing Dr Carol Sargent and Dr Tom Adler
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Carol's passion is enabling and empowering the dementia community to find freedom and joy to live their best lives. Carol’s first career was as a PhD scientist, working in cardiovascular and respiratory diseases in the pharmaceutical industry in the USA and UK. This culminated in a scientific lead role for a novel drug, tested in clinical studies c…
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Podcast Finale: Celebrating Growth, Lessons, and Personal Transformation
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In this heartfelt conclusion, the host, Dr. Sirisha Kuchimanchi, reflects on the remarkable journey of creating this podcast. From the initial idea and challenges of startup to the growth and impact, Dr. Kuchimanchi shares her personal transformation and what she has learned from the conversations and experiences. She emphasizes the importance of p…
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The Power of Negotiation: Strategies for Maximizing Your Salary and Benefits- Dr. Sirisha Kuchimanchi
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We all know that negotiating for money and benefits can be intimidating, but fear not! This episode is packed with tips and insights to help you navigate the negotiation process like a pro. From researching salary ranges to scripting your negotiation points, I share practical advice that you can start using today. So grab a pen and paper, because y…
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Navigating Career Breaks and Relaunching: Insights from Carol Fishman Cohen- CEO, iRelaunch, TEDx speaker, Podcaster
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How do you reenter the workforce and relaunch your career successfully? Carol Fishman Cohen provides insight from her personal experience and that of 1000's of women that iRelaunch has helped traverse this very path. There are even ideas on how to prepare ahead for a potential career break. Carol Fishman Cohen is a trailblazing advocate for relaunc…
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How to Navigate Intentional and Unintentional Career Breaks, with Sirisha Kuchimanchi - Interviewed by Carol Fishman Cohen (Host of 3,2,1 iRelaunch)
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Sirisha Kuchimanchi experienced the challenges of starting her career with uncertainty and a lack of confidence. After being laid off from her first job, she found herself in a new city without a support network, except for a few colleagues she had met. Determined to find employment, she began searching for job opportunities and went for a few inte…
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Unlocking Opportunities: How Networking Can Lead to Mentorship and Job Offers- A LinkedIn Live with host Sirisha Kuchimanchi
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Serisha Kuchimanchi, former tech executive and host of the podcast, shares her insights on how to expand your network. She starts by describing her experience attending a Podcast Movement conference in Dallas, highlighting how networking on LinkedIn led to numerous positive responses and mentorship opportunities. Serisha emphasizes the importance o…
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Navigating Engineering and Manufacturing as a Woman with Sirisha Kuchimanchi (on Papa PhD podcast)
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The pace and lifestile in manufacturing and engineering is different from what you find in academic research. So is the culture. Namely, they have been male dominated spaces, historically. This week on Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, I will be takling with my guest, Sirisha Kuchimanchi, about how, as a woman in these spaces, you can own your caree…
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Empowering Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Shaping a Diverse Future- A LinkedIn Live with Kathy Nelson & Lennis Perez
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Are you trying to break barriers and advance your career as a Women in STEM? Join us as Kathy Nelson, Lennis Perez and I explore the importance of advocating for oneself, amplifying women's voices, and promoting positive representation for Women in STEM. We also discuss the impact of technology, the challenges of work-life balance, and the power of…
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From Engineering to Entrepreneurship: Defining Your Vision, Seeking Feedback and Ensuring Scalability - Jen Sargent, CEO Wondery (Amazon Podcasts)
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Are you looking for a playbook on how to pivot from engineering to entrepreneurship? Jen Sargent (CEO of Wondery -Amazon Podcasts) shares her remarkable journey from being an electrical engineer to running a successful media company. With her diverse career background and expertise in male-dominated industries, Jen provides invaluable insights and …
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Inclusive Leadership: Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Belonging in the Workplace-Mita Mallick- Change maker, Author, Podcaster, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact
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Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact is the daughter of Indian immigrants and was raised in the US, where she was subjected to physical and verbal bullying. These experiences shaped her passion for storytelling and her desire to ensure that all voices are heard and reflected in the products and services we use. She has dedicated her c…
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Creating a Positive Culture in Organizations with Kim Flanery-Rye
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As a Culture and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) practitioner, Kim Flanery-Rye shared her insights on creating a positive culture in organizations during the podcast. She emphasized that leaders should prioritize culture from the beginning, rather than considering it as an afterthought. Kim pointed out that while culture may vary between or…
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Navigating Career Challenges as an Immigrant: Insights and Tips from Engineer to Senior Vice President-Deepa
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In this episode, Deepa shares her experiences as an immigrant climbing the corporate ladder, the challenges she faced with work visas, and the importance of mentors in furthering your career. She also provides insights on advocating for yourself, getting and processing feedback, and staying current on your skill set. We unpack a lot of valuable ins…
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Enabling Employee Voices: How to Foster Engagement & Safety in the Workplace and Strategies for Amplifying Women & Minority Voices - Elad Sherf-Assoc. Prof, UNC Kenan Flager Business School
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Prof. Elad Sherf, discusses strategies for fostering engagement, safety, and equitability in the workplace. He shares his research & insights on how to build a culture that encourages employee feedback, amplifies underrepresented voices, and measures success in a way that is fair and equitable. We discuss, Creating a Culture of Safety & Enabling Em…
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LinkedIn Live Event- How to EXPAND your NETWORK- March 30th 11:30am cst- Register now (check show notes)
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By popular vote, my first LinkedIn Live topic is "How to EXPAND your NETWORK". Join me as we talk about not just expanding your network but staying engaged and partnering with your network. Don't forget to register and see you soon. https://www.linkedin.com/video/event/urn:li:ugcPost:7039298181372805120/ #linkedinlive #womencareerandlife #network #…
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Return to Work on Your Terms, Negotiate, Prioritize, and Advocate for Yourself as a Woman and Asian-Neena Newberry-Speaker, Author, Executive Coach, Forbes Coaching Circle
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Neena Newberry discusses f taking ownership of your career path, promoting your accomplishments in a tasteful way , returning to work on your terms, how to handle getting laid off , making better decisions, significance of prioritizing goals and negotiating for pay, benefits, and work conditions. Neena also shared her insights on leveraging your cu…
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Empowering Women in the Workplace: Navigating Non-Promotable Tasks and Communication Strategies in Meetings- Prof. Brenda Peyser-Former Associate Dean School Of Public Policy And Management Carnegie Mellon ...
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How to suppor women in the workplace and the challenges they face with non-promotable tasks and communication barriers in meetings. In this interview with Brenda Peyser, we discuss, What is a non-promotable tasks and how it can limit career advancement opportunities for women Tips for identifying non-promotable tasks and how to prioritize tasks tha…
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Driving the Conversation Around Eating Disorders in Teens and Adults: Understanding the Mental Health Component Ashley Ariail-Bloomberg Fellow,Licensed Counselor, Eating Disorder Specialist
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This week is National Eating Disorder Association(NEDA) Awareness week . Introduction: Highlighting the prevalence and seriousness of eating disorders Discussing the importance of addressing the mental health component of these disorders Eating Disorders as a Mental Health Issue: Defining eating disorders and their impact on mental health Addressin…
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Building Executive Presence and Authenticity for Women of Color in the Workplace: Tips and Strategies - Lenetra King, CEO at Watch Me EXCEL®, Executive Leadership Coach, Author, Former Health Care Exec ...
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How can women build executive presence and get sponsored (not just mentored) into leadership roles In this interview with Lenetra King : Introduction: Discussing the challenges faced by women of color in the workplace, especially in leadership roles Highlighting the importance of building executive presence and showing up authentically Building Exe…
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How do Women get in VC and Board Positions: Empowering Women to Grow Their Power, Wealth, and Influence : Julie Castro Abrams-CEO & Chair of How Women Lead, Managing Partner of How Women Invest
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Introduction: The importance of women in positions of power and influence The benefits of women-owned businesses and the impact of women on boards In this interview with Julie Castro Abrams, I discuss, The Upside of VC Investing in Women-Owned Businesses: Discussing the benefits of investing in women-owned businesses Highlighting the untapped poten…
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Building a Strong Pipeline of Future Leaders through Girl Scouts: Lessons Learned- Jennifer Kiehl Bartkowski , CEO Girl Scouts Northeast Texas, Elina Dickens, Gold Award Girl Scouts, College Student
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Introduction: Highlighting the importance of building a strong pipeline of future leaders Discussing the role of Girl Scouts in fostering leadership skills in young girls In this interview with Jennifer Kiehl Bartkowski and Elina Dickens, we discuss, Girl Scouts' Pivot to Build Strong Communities: Discussing how Girl Scouts has evolved over the yea…
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2022 Recap: My Podcasting Journey, Process, and Tools, and My Ode to the Podcasting Community
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A big "THANK YOU" to the guests for sharing their expertise, stories and experience. Thanks to all the listeners for supporting each other. Introduction: Recap of the year 2022 and the growth of the podcasting industry Gratitude to guests and listeners for their contributions and support Behind the Scenes Look at Podcasting: Discussing the process …
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Should Your Passion Define Your Career Path? Exploring the Pros and Cons -Ben Cooper,Law School Admissions & Career Consultant | Podcast Host & Producer
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How do you figure out if the career you are pursuing is the right fit for you? In this interview with Ben Cooper, we discuss, Pursuing Your Passion: Pros and cons of pursuing a career based solely on passion Balancing passion with practicality and financial stability Understanding All Aspects of a Job: The importance of understanding the full scope…
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The Power Of Women's Voices: An Interview with Sally Helgesen- "How Women Rise" Author, Speaker, Leadership Coach
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Why are women afraid to take credit for their accomplishments? "The most successful people I've ever worked with, men and women, they walk into a new job and the first question they ask is who do I need to know to make sure this is a success?" In this episode with Sally Helgesen, you will learn: Taking Credit for Accomplishments: Why women are ofte…
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The Importance of Men as Allies and Mentors for Women in the Workplace: A Conversation with Prof. David Smith, Assoc. Prof., Carey School of Business, Johns Hopkins University
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In this interview with Professor David Smith on advancing gender equity in the workplace through allyship and mentorship: Professor David Smith shares insights from his books "Athena Rising" and "Good Guys" on the critical role men can play as allies and mentors in supporting women's leadership. The interview discusses the challenges and opportunit…
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"National Domestic Violence Awareness Month: How to Help and Find Resources | Sushma Malhotra from Chetna DFW Shares Insights on Identifying Signs, Creating a Safety Plan, and Success Stories"
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this interview with Sushma Malhotra from Chetna DFW discusses how to help and find resources for those experiencing domestic violence. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner, making this a critical issue that needs to be addressed.…
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"Crafting Your Elevator Pitch and Defining Your Personal Brand: Insights and Lessons Learned on Overcoming Impostor Syndrome, Self-Limiting Beliefs, and Taking Action"- Rebecca Muriuki, Associate Director ...
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When you meet your CEO in the elevator or a new person at a networking event, do you have your Elevator Pitch ready?. In this interview with Rebecca Muriuki, the conversation focuses on defining personal brand and crafting an elevator pitch for networking and professional situations. The interview addresses common myths about personal branding and …
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"Making a Mid-Career Pivot to Pursue Your Passion: Insights on Content Creation, Personal Branding, and Overcoming Challenges"-Hetal Vasavada, Baker, Blogger,Author-Milk and Cardamom
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Have you ever wondered how to make a career pivot from your corporate job to pursue your passion. In this podcast episode, Hetal Vasavada discusses her mid-career pivot from the healthcare sector to pursuing her passion for content creation and building a personal brand. She talks about her journey from being a baker and blogger to being featured i…
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"Flexing Your Power Skills, Finding Purpose, and Embracing Change: Lessons on Career Pivots and Personal Growth"-Vidya Krishnan, Chief Learning Officer (CLO), Ericsson
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In this podcast episode, Vidya Krishnan shares her lifelong love of learning and how it has led her to impact a global organization of 95,000 people across 180 countries. She discusses the importance of having a growth mindset and finding the intersection of talent, opportunities, and purpose (TOP) to energize and engage us. Vidya emphasizes the va…
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Own the Stage, Negotiate Your Worth, Build Your Brand, Network and Be Powerful: A Conversation with Lydia Fenet: Auctioneer, Speaker ,Author "The most Powerful woman in the room is YOU"
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In this episode, Lydia Fenet shares her insights on how to command a stage, own your voice and rhythm, and establish a personal brand. She discusses how she had a crucial conversation with her manager that helped her feel empowered, valued, and paid what she was worth, which led to her being promoted and gaining the confidence to negotiate for hers…
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Investing in DEI and Empowering Women in Tech Leadership: Alaina Percival, CEO & Co-Founder, Women Who Code, Venture Capitalist
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In this episode, Alaina Percival shares her journey from retail to tech and founding Women Who Code, a global community of 290,000 members across 180 countries. She discusses concrete steps that organizations, managers, and individuals can take to identify and eliminate unconscious bias in hiring and promotion structures. We delve into how startups…
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Setting Goals and Owning Your Personal Brand for Career Success with Andrea Martin- Career Coach, Podcast Host
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In this episode, Andrea Martin shares her experiences working in a male-dominated environment and how it has taught her to exercise her voice and drive change. As a coach, she helps her clients overcome common obstacles that hinder career progression by setting and achieving their goals. She also emphasizes the importance of self-care and mental he…
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Celebrating 1 Year of Our Podcast: Behind the Scenes and Highlights from Our Guests. A Big Thank You to Our Listeners and Guests!
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In this episode, we reflect on the past year and explore various topics such as leadership, time management, productivity, returning to work, networking, upskilling, mentorship, building a personal board of advisors, and managing money for financial freedom. We express our gratitude to our listeners and guests and give a glimpse behind the scenes o…
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Financial and Life Lessons for Kids and Adults: From Investing to Career Advice with IT Engineer and World Traveller Bina Shah
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IT engineer and world traveller Bina Shah shares her personal story and practical advice on important financial and career topics. From what to do with your first paycheck to how to start investing and work with a financial advisor, Bina's conversational style makes it easy to follow a simple financial path. She also provides insights on how to enj…
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The 4 Pillars of Retirement Part 2: Family & Purpose with Financial Advisor Maria Litzinger
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In this episode, Maria Litzinger, a financial advisor, discusses the importance of investing in the four pillars of retirement for a successful and fulfilling retirement. In particular, she focuses on the second two pillars - Family and Purpose - as crucial cornerstones of emotional fulfillment in retirement. By exploring these pillars, Litzinger h…
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The 4 Pillars of Retirement for a Successful Retirement - Part 1 with Maria Litzinger, Financial Advisor
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In this episode, financial advisor Maria Litzinger discusses the first two pillars of retirement, which are Finance and Health. These pillars are essential for a comfortable and enjoyable retirement. She provides tips on how to plan and invest for retirement, as well as how to maintain good health in your retirement years. Join us for an insightful…
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Are You Ready for Retirement? Part 2: Insurance, Wills, and Protecting Your Assets with Angel & Stephen W. Thomas
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In this episode (Ep 20B), we continue our conversation with Angel & Stephen W. Thomas about retirement planning. Are you planning to retire soon? Have you planned out all the details? It's important to have your financial house in order, including insurance coverage, a will, and a retirement plan. We discuss the importance of insurance coverage to …
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