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Aspire for More: How to be an Everyday Negotiator#5 SPECIAL: Beyond Greed: Strategies To Overcome Negotiation Anxieties (Part 2)This is a special episode from a guest spot I did on the Your Latina Career Coach podcast with Priscilla Weininger Bulcha. Welcome to Part 2 of this special episode with Priscilla, where we dive deep into actionable advice on negotiating without feeling greedy and framing requests effectively. In this episode, we discuss the importance of mindset in negotiation, benchmarking as a crucial strategy, and the art of win-win negotiation. If you missed part one, where we explored why women tend to feel greedy when negotiating for higher pay or raises, be sure to ca...
2024-05-1628 minAspire for More: How to be an Everyday Negotiator#4 SPECIAL: Beyond Greed: Uncovering the Roots of Negotiation Anxiety in Women (Part 1)This is a special episode from a guest spot I did on the Your Latina Career Coach podcast with Priscilla Weininger Bulcha. Are you someone who gets nervous when it comes to negotiating a higher salary? Do you worry about being seen as "greedy" for asking for what you believe you're worth? In today’s special episode, Priscilla and I will discuss this common fear and reluctance to negotiate, especially among women, as well as the research that shows that women need to appear warm in order to appear confident. Join us...
2024-05-0222 min
Lose Weight and Make Money89. Do It Scared: Priscilla's Story of Courage and TransformationPlease welcome Priscilla Bulcha to the podcast! In this episode, Priscilla shares about her journey to lose weight for the last time, what it was like working on self-acceptance and self-love to lose weight, and what her journey has been like up to this point.
In her 20s, she used food and alcohol as a way to buffer and deal with difficult emotions that were buried. And now in her early 30s, she decided it was time to tackle weight loss from a different perspective.
She shares with us her fear of not reaching the...
2023-09-1456 min
Stop. Dieting. Forever.™ | Fat Loss for Women over 40EP 170. Is Your Career Keeping You Overweight? An Interview with Priscilla Bulcha
In case you didn't know, I get a chance to interact with some of the top coaches in the game. These coaches are just as dedicated to helping you live a more fulfilled life as I am.
In this week's episode, you're going to meet one of those coaches. Her name is Priscilla Bulcha and she's a career coach for Latinx professionals.
I was a guest on her podcast and we had a great conversation on the intersection of career and health. Could your career be negatively influencing your health?
Listen in as we t...
2023-08-3019 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat I Learned From (Almost!) Moving To Denver in 2022 (Season 3 Finale)Welcome to the Season 3 Finale! On this episode, I share a very personal anecdote that will help you with your next career move - PROMISE! This episode alone can save you thousands of dollars. I almost moved to Denver last year because I was unhappy with my living situation. I felt disconnected from my community, I was uncomfortable with the Texas summer heat, I felt psychologically & physically unsafe in the the state of Texas a woman of color, I felt bored and I was telling myself that I was a victim in my "still in Te...
2023-04-0735 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Own Your Past Career Decisions and Move ForwardDo you live with a lot of regret about your career past? Do you often blame external circumstances for not being where you want to be today in your career? Do you often shame yourself for making the "wrong" moves in your career? If any of these are standard stories that you repeat to yourself over and over again, you MUST listen to today's episode. When we tell the story of our past using this kind of regret language, we end up disempowered, and it's incredibly difficult to move forward. O...
2023-03-3115 min
Your Latina Career CoachMy Career in the Book Publishing Industry as a Latina Literary Agent, with Linda CamachoHave you ever wondered about the journey to bring a book to the world, and who's involved in the process? Have you ever thought about self-publishing a book or writing a book some day? On today's episode, we get an insider's perspective from literary agent and native New Yorker & Boricua, Linda Camacho, as she shares her story of breaking into the book publishing industry and enjoying stints at big names like Penguin Gorup, Simon & Schuster, and Random House. Linda brings a fresh perspective as a Latina literary agent who's stuck around in the industry for 18 years.
2023-03-2437 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Navigate Gender Identity & Expression In Your Career, with Kai StowersOn today's episode, we talk to Kai Stowers about the trans, non-binary, and gender non-confirming community and what it's like to navigate your career as part of this community. Kai Stowers is an LGBTQ consultant, coach, and inclusion builder who now owns his own business helping organizations improve their leadership and culture and move towards equity and inclusion. In this conversation, we talk about: How and why Kai decided to move away from his career as a chemist and move into HR/Org Pyschology How and why Kai decided to build his own business an...
2023-03-1719 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To "Speak Up, Dammit" During Your Job Search, with Comms Coach Hope TimberlakeDo you sometimes "freeze" during interviews or public speaking? Do you over-use filler words like "um", "you know, or "like"? Do you tend to end your sentences with an up-speak tone, as if you are asking a question? If you answered yes, then you're probably a normal human being. Most of us never get any communications coaching, but working on our communication can PAY DIVIDENDS in our career. It can open doors, inspire confidence in you, and lead to your next opportunity. On today's episode, you'll hear from keynote speaker and c...
2023-03-1028 min
Your Latina Career CoachSix Questions You Must Know How To Answer During Your Job SearchOn this episode, we continue the work that we began on Episode 82 and bring your unique personal branding language to life through the top 6 personal branding questions that you need to know how to answer during your job search process. I share a simple yet potentially LIFE-CHANGING exercise that I use with my clients to help them MASTER the answers to these questions that will pop up during the entire career change process. Working on your communication matters because we don't live in a meritocracy where the smartest & most capable people get the best jobs...
2023-03-0313 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow NOT To Answer The Question "Tell Me About Yourself"Listen to a snippet from my personal branding webinar where I introduce Clueless Clint (your average job seeker) and Sharp Shana (you after listening to this episode!) You'll hear how their different approach and answer to the question "tell me about yourself" yields them very different results in the job search process. If you have no idea how to answer this popular questions, tune in to find out how to get sharper with your answers! -- FREE Personal Training Webinar Recording (1 hour) Interested in working with Priscilla 1:1? Sign up for a FREE 1-Hour Co...
2023-02-2412 min
Your Latina Career CoachLove Lessons From My 20's Applied To Your Career ChangeY'all, I really went through it during my love life in my 20's! And in the spirit of Valentine's Day, I want to share with you what I learned throughout my 20's and how it applies to your career change journey. This is a very special, once a year type episode where the tea is HOT! -- FREE Personal Training Webinar Recording (1 hour) Interested in working with Priscilla 1:1? Sign up for a FREE 1-Hour Consult here. Follow Priscilla on IG at: priscillabulcha
2023-02-1720 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Write Your Career Personal Brand (Pt. I)I've been talking about personal branding for a few weeks, but how do you actually start using it in your job search? On this episode, I break down a process for you to start writing real sentences and words that you can start using TODAY during your job search process. This is part of how I start working with my clients as I help them bring their value proposition to life. If you have no idea where to start and how to talk about yourself in an interview or networking setting, this is your episode. Gr...
2023-02-1018 min
Your Latina Career Coach81. Are You Showing & Telling Your Career Personal Brand?If you HATE talking about yourself at work or in interview settings, and you're still NOT satisfied with your career, this episode is for you. Today I'm going to talk about the 2 different types of career personal branding: SHOWING and TELLING. Are you doing both, neither, or just one? Most of us feel more comfortable "showing" and not "telling." We don't want to promote ourselves and use our voice. We want to "show" people about ourselves through our actions, results, and experiences. Unfortunately, that's not enough because you are expecting people to connect...
2023-02-0319 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy You Need A Personal Brand, Boo!We all have brands that we love. Maybe it's Nike, Apple, or Starbucks. We also have people whose brands we love - influencers, celebrities, and musicians. We don't even know these people, and yet we love them, pay money to see them, and trust them. Well guess what? You ALSO have a personal brand that you emit (like body odor) every single day. And, you have a personal brand whether you know it or not. WE ALL DO! So, why don't you make sure that your personal brand is working in YOUR favor and not a...
2023-01-2718 min
Your Latina Career CoachI Love The 70's, 80's, 90's, Job Search EditionDo you remember when vh1 used to have those decade nostalgia shows, "I Love the 80's" and "I Love the 90's"? Well, I decided to do a little internet sleuthing & researching, and make my own version of "I Love the X's": Job Search Edition. Yes, it's a little corny but I wanted to do a fun episode for y'all! I ended up learning some really interesting things like, did you know it was OK to light up a cigarette during an interview in the 70's? Sure was. No, but seriously, on this episode, I...
2023-01-2017 min
Your Latina Career CoachIs The Customer Success Manager Role For You?, with Erica ColemanAre you a people person? Do you like tech? Are you into data? Then, the Customer Success Manager role might be the perfect next career move for you. Even though this job didn't exist 10 years ago, it's now one of the fastest growing career paths in tech (particularly in Software-as-a-Service), and it's not going anywhere. It's also one of those career paths that you can pivot into fairly easily with a strong set of transferable skills and without getting a new degree. On today's episode, experienced CSM Erica Coleman talks about the CSM role, why i...
2023-01-1328 minYour Latina Career CoachWhy You Procrastinate During Your Job Search and How It Holds You BackIs procrastination killing your dreams? Do you keep telling yourself that you "should" start working on your job search, only to end up spending hours on TikTok, Netflix or literally anything else? Weeks go by, then months, and you're no closer to your career change goal. If this is you, it's only because of a feeling you are trying to avoid in the moment. The problem is that while you might avoid temporary discomfort, you prolong your long-term discomfort and create even MORE costs for you down the road. In this ep...
2023-01-0622 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat To Do When You Hit A Career Dead End, with Andrea MacekIf the average career spans between 40-50 years, you're bound to face a "Career Dead End" at some point. A Career Dead End can be so many things, like.... Graduating into a recession, and missing job opportunities you thought you'd have available Realizing that the job you wanted so badly....isn't quite what you had in mind Getting an unexpected pink slip, and experiencing a lay-off Failing miserably at a job, and being asked to leave... The list goes on! What do you do when you get hit with that Dead End sign? What do you...
2022-12-1629 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Prepare For A Phone InterviewDo you have a phone interview coming up? CONGRATS!! This means that you are officially in the game! Being invited to a phone interview is like getting off the bench and sidelines, and being asked to get in the game. It's normal to feel nervous before a phone interview, especially if it's been a long time since you've interviewed. I created this podcast episode as a "training" that covers everything you need to know about preparing for a phone interview. Trust me, I've conducted hundreds of phone interviews as a former talent recruiter, so...
2022-12-0924 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Got A FAANG/MAANG Job Offer, with Rosita ReyesHave you heard of "FAANG/MAANG" jobs? They stand for Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix & Google. When Facebook re-branded as "Meta" we got MAANG. Basically, these are the top big tech companies that people want to work for the most - often due to their competitive salaries, benefits, and perks. On today's episode, you'll hear how Rosita Reyes got a recruiter note via her LinkedIn inbox, inviting her to consider a new role at Meta. She describes how she managed her career path to be ready for when a big opportunity knocked on her d...
2022-12-0228 min
Your Latina Career Coach73. My Journey To Columbia Law As A First-Gen Dominican Black Woman, with Carol Guerrero Are you going after a BIG and AUDACIOUS career goal this year? Or, are you thinking about applying to grad school? Well, I have the perfect guest for you. Carol Guerrero is one of my besties and a graduate of Columbia Law School. On this episode, she opens up about what it was like to grow up first-gen as a Dominican-American in Lynn, MA, and join Teach for America in Miami, Fl. She then takes us on the journey from working in the nonprofit sector and going after the biggest career goal of h...
2022-11-2530 minYour Latina Career CoachWhy Applying To Jobs Online Is NOT A Job Search StrategyOne of the biggest mistakes that I see job-seekers make is applying to as many online job postings as possible. This is a serious mistake, that can cost you a lot of wasted time, energy, and emotions. I guarantee that most of those applications will never even be reviewed or seen. Some will be automatically rejected. I explain why this is the case on this episode - and this is the first principle that you MUST understand when navigating the modern day job search. I also tell you what you should be...
2022-11-1810 min
Your Latina Career Coach71. How To Survive An Unexpected Job Loss or LayoffIt happened. You got laid off. You were let go..... Ouch. Now what? On this special episode, Priscilla walks you through a game plan to help you move forward from an unexpected job loss. The game plan is a 3-pronged approach taking into account your emotional & well-being, finances & healthcare, and job search strategy. I. Emotional & Mental Well-being [3:05] Why you must process your feelings BEFORE getting into problem solve mode The SARA Model (shock, anger/anxiety, resistance & acceptance) of emotions How and why your "animal" lower brain floods you with "survival" mod...
2022-11-1136 min
Peruvians of USA65 (English) Helping BIPOC Young Professionals Make Their Next Career Move with Priscilla Esquivel BulchaPriscilla is the host of The Early Career Moves Podcast, and is passionate about helping BIPOC folks and women make their next best career move with confidence and ease. This is why she created the Early Career Moves Podcast – to help ambitious BIPOC young professionals make their next career move with joy & confidence. She would love to help you make your next career move – one that leads to more money, freedom, and inner peace.
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2022-11-0942 min
Your Latina Career CoachDo You Know Why You're Unhappy With Your Career? When clients come to me, they're ready to figure out their next career move. They want to start firing out job applications ASAP. But many times, I'll tell them to hold their horses. We first need to understand WHY they want to make a big career move in the first place. And is it a strong enough reason to make a career change? On this episode, I share a tool that I use with my clients to help them reflect on their current or past jobs that they so desperately want to move away from...
2022-11-0417 min
Your Latina Career Coach69. How I Chose My Top 3 Career Non-NegotiablesDo you know your Top 3 Career Non-Negotiables? If not, then you need to get clear on what they are, BEFORE you go on your career change process. Knowing your career non-negotiables helps you get clear on what is an absolute requirement for your next career move. It helps you save time and energy so that you can elminate options that aren't going to meet your key criteria. You can also get clear on what are "nice to have" things, versus actual needs that align with your priorities. On this episode, I te...
2022-10-2818 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Broke Into Project Management with a Liberal Arts Degree, with Ariana RodriguezAre you a liberal arts college grad who struggles to articulate your value proposition to employers? Did you graduate during a recession? Are you thinking about pivoiting into the project manager career path? Then you need to tune into today's episode, with special guest, NYU grad, and Dominican-American Ariana Rodriguez. On this episode, we discuss: Why she decided to pivot out of the education/nonprofit and social work space, and move into a project manager career in healthcare How a personal health problem turned into a soap business that she talked about in her...
2022-10-2129 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy Children of Immigrants are Afraid to Ask for More, with Neyda UriasAre you a first-gen Latina or child of immigrants? Were you raised by a Boomer? If yes, chances are that you have a hard time negotiating your salary at work and advocating for more pay. You're probably also afraid of "job hopping" and looking "disloyal" to your organization if you leave "too early." Well, on this episode, with guest Neyda Urias, we dive into why this happens and why it's bonkers. Neyda (an experienced talent acquisition leader and child of immigrants from El Salvador) shares her own "wake up call" experience w...
2022-10-1421 min
Your Latina Career CoachSmall Talk & Etiquette Basics for Info ChatsSo, you've got an info chat coming up AND you've done the research required to be successful (if not, go back to episode 65!) Now it's time to actually get on the phone! Eek! You might be feeling a little nervous about the call, but don't fret! I got you. On this episode, I'm going to share some easy pointers that will make you a stronger interviewer and build an authentic connection with your subject. On this episode, I teach you: The 3 E's required for a successful informational chat (Enthusiasm, Engaged, Efficient) How...
2022-10-0720 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Prepare For A Successful Info Chat In 30 Minutes Or LessSo, someone agreed to talk to you for 30 minutes for an informational chat. Congrats!! Now it's time to prepare for this call so that you can a) build an authentic relationship with this person, and b) inspire them to become an advocate for YOU. An advocate will be more likely to think of ways to help you along your search. Like our old friend Ben Franklin said, "if you fail to prepare, you prepare to fail" - so let's not allow this amazing opportunity to slip through your fingers! I share h...
2022-09-3022 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy You Can't Skip Informational Chats During Your Job SearchAre you frustrated with your job search process? Have you been applying to countless jobs online, with little results? I would like to introduce you to your job search BFF: the informational chat. It is statistically MORE likely that you will get your next (best) job offer through an informational chat versus an online application. Conducting info chats is a NON-NEGOTIABLE job search activity, especially if you enroll in my 1:1 career coaching program. On this episode, I teach you: The different reasons WHY you should do an informational...
2022-09-2322 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Get Ready For Your New Job, with Al DeaSo, you went through all that trouble to get your new offer and your first day on the job is coming up. How do you start a new job on the right foot? On today's episode, Al Dea (Founder of Betterwork Labs), shares a few best practices for new employees who are starting a brand new job. We discuss the following: Why "hitting the ground running" isn't always the best idea when starting a new job Why being in listening mode can help you build trust with your new colleagues Why you should identify the...
2022-09-1626 min
Your Latina Career CoachClient Win: How Caroline Got a Big Tech Offer After CPG & PharmaOn this special guest episode, hear directly from one of Priscilla's private career coaching clients, Caroline. Caroline shares how Priscilla's 6-month coaching program helped her do the following: Get clear on what she was looking for her in her next career move (her top 3 career non-negotiables) Overcome her disdain for networking and how it actually ended up becoming a fun process that led to her offer Manage long waits, redirections, and the temptation to "settle" In the end, Caroline accepted an offer from a leading tech company with a 30% increase in pay. Not only that, but she s...
2022-09-0932 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat To Do When You're Overwhelmed with Your Job SearchHave you ever uttered the following words? “I don’t have time for my job search” "I just need my life to settle down a little bit and then I'll get serious about my job search" "At the end of a long day at work, the LAST thing I feel like doing is working on my job search" Sound familiar? I bet it does. You aren’t alone if you’re struggling with finding time to make progress on your career change process. The problem is that we often assume it's going to take SO MU...
2022-09-0215 min
Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your JobHow to Convince an Employer You’re the Right Person for the Job, with Priscilla Weninger Bulcha“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” It may be a cliche, but when interviewing for a job, it’s true. Those first few minutes make a lasting impression in the hiring manager’s mind, so you have to use them to your advantage. Find Your Dream Job guest Priscilla Weninger Bulcha says you need to connect your experience and vision with the position. Share the reasons you’re excited about the job and how you see yourself growing in the role in the future. About Our Guest: Priscilla Weninger Bulcha (http://linkedin.com/in/pwen...
2022-06-1525 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Choose The Right Target Role(s) For Your Job SearchDon't go applying to jobs willy-nilly online - that will just lead to a chaotic and frustrating job search process. Instead, take a deep breath and listen to this episode. On this season finale episode, Priscilla shares the last piece of the puzzle during your career exploration journey: choosing the right target roles for your job search. When you're on the job marketplace, you need to know what you're looking to "buy" - the type of role that fits your interests, strengths, and skills - and also fits your qualifications and years of experience.
2022-05-0629 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Get Started with LinkedIn For Your Job SearchOne of the biggest mistakes that people make during their job search is NOT leveraging technology during their career exploration and job search through LinkedIn. LinkedIn lands thousands of people jobs on a daily basis, so why would you lose out on money and potential new opportunities by not using it? On this episode, Priscilla explains 1) why you absolutely must use LinkedIn during your job search, 2) the basic steps you should take to complete your profile and begin building your network BEFORE you need it, and 3) how to begin to explore using your alumni network. W...
2022-04-2920 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow The Career Triad Impacts Your Job Search Effort & TimelineWhen you start to do more targeted career exploration, it's time to introduce the CAREER TRIAD: Industry, Function & Geography. The Career Triad is an invaluable tool that will help you get clear on the type of industry, function & geography that is important to you in your next career move. The best part? The Career Triad helps you figure out the type of career transition you want to make, based on the effort you want to invest and how long of a timeline runway that is available to you. Want help strategizing your next c...
2022-04-2224 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It's Like To Get A Ph.D. and Become a Business Professor, with Sekou BermissHave you ever faced a big fork-in-the road life decision? Or thought about getting a Ph.D.? On today's episode, you'll hear from Professor Sekou Bermiss, Ph.D. and hear about his own early career story when he decided to go all in on academia. Sekou is a down-to-earth, Brooklyn-born human capital expert who now works as an associate professor of strategy & entrepreneurship at UNC Kenan-Flagler. But he didn't always know he'd become a professor one day! Topics: Why he never used his engineering degree in the engineering field How he decided to...
2022-04-1537 min
Your Latina Career Coach56. How To Figure Out Your Next Career Move, Pt. 3: (Prototypes & Career Portfolio)Welcome back to the Career Exploration Series that began on Episode 46, 49 and 52! On this episode, Priscilla dives into 2 critical topics: 1) Building your career portfolio, and 2) Protoyping - AKA running career experiments before committing to a path. Your career portfolio takes stock of your strengths, transferable skills and "Greatest Hits". Prototypes are small experiments that allow you to collect valuable data to help you figure out your next career move. Both help you communicate your value and identify best-match opportunities.
2022-04-0825 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Left My 16-Year Career in Education To Break Into Tech, with Bonnie DilberThink that it's too late for you to transition into a brand new industry? Think again. Today, we hear from Zapier recruiter Bonnie Dilber as she shares her story of how she transitioned into tech after spending 16 years in the education nonprofit world. On this episode, Bonnie shares how she charted her path to leave education, the tactics that helped her connect with people who could refer her to jobs in tech, and how she prepared for interviews and difficult questions about her fit for the role. This is a great episode if you want...
2022-04-0133 minYour Latina Career CoachWhy You Should Shamelessly Network During Your Job Search, with Rupal DesaiOn today’s episode, guest Rupal Desai shares how she shamelessly networked her way into a corporate consulting job (at a Big 4 firm) a few years out of college without a degree in business or any private sector work experience. She leveraged the hell out of her network, and you should, too. Many job hunters try to avoid networking because it can feel awkward, vulnerable, and uncomfortable. But, in a world where online job postings receive hundreds of applications per day, you need to differentiate yourself by building relationships with other human beings who can help you. The...
2022-03-2526 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow Therapy Helped Me Become a Stronger Salary Negotiator, with Evie PreteBelieve it or not, unraveling your belief system about money is the key to becoming a strong salary negotiator - not necessarily a "script" or tactic. On this episode, we dive into why getting your mindset right is critical to getting what you deserve in terms of salary. Evie Prete is a first-gen Latina, engineer, speaker, entrepreneur and business owner helping women, BIPOC and LGBTQ individuals advocate for themselves in salary negotiations. You can explore working with Evie on Instagram - at @LaMalaMujerBlog. --- Want a free hour of coaching with Priscilla? During the month of March 2022, submit a revi...
2022-03-1827 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Write Your Happiness Formula, Odyssey Plans, and One Year Vision Statement (Solo)In this episode of the Career Exploration series (which began in Episode 46 and 49), Priscilla continues to take you through the exact process she uses with her 1-1 clients trying to figure out their next career move. Pulling from Jenny Blake's book "Pivot", Priscilla shares 2 exercises that can help you envision what you are walking TOWARDS in your next career move: the Happiness Formula and One-Year Vision Statement. Even if you are not 100% sure what you want to do next, you can begin to color in the areas of your vision that you know for sure you want t...
2022-03-1125 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Left My Stockbroker Career to Become a Digital Nomad Entrepreneur, with Charly StoeverEver wonder what it would be like to run your own business from Playa del Carmen, Cancun? Or to start over in your career and try something completely different? On today's episode, meet Charly Stoever - nonbinary Latinx money coach and former licensed stockbroker who helps LGBTQ & BIPOC folks points hack, invest, & build wealth so that they can start taking control of their money. Throughout their 20's, Charly has been unafraid to start over and become a beginner many times. From City Year San Antonio corps member, to joining the Peace Corps in Nicaragua, to tea...
2022-03-0430 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow a Growth Mindset Helped Me Overcome Critical Feedback, with Lola ShololaHave you ever been victim of the "feedback sandwich" at work? You know, where your manager says one nice thing, one bad thing, and then another nice thing? It's not exactly the highlight of the work week and it takes practice to get good at hearing and actioning upon critical feedback. On today's episode, meet Lola Sholola - Nigerian immigrant, MBA grad, and Senior Manager II of Strategy & Finance at Walmart. Lola sits down with us and tells us how she turned around a shaky performance review in her first job out of college. She reflects on h...
2022-02-2531 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Figure Out Your Next Career Move, Pt. 2 (Wayfinding & Brainstorming)On this episode, we pick up where we left off back on episode 46! Priscilla uses concepts from the book "Designing Your Life" by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans to guide your career exploration process. On this episode, Priscilla introduces the Good Time Journal, and how engagement, energy and flow are important clues to your waywinding journey. Lastly, Priscilla introduces the brainstorming stage and how to use mind mapping to come up with creative ideas for your next step. Show Notes: Good Time Journal Worksheet ---- Want more of this podcast? Make...
2022-02-1821 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Ditch The 9-5 Life, Start an Online Business, and Change Lives , with Kaneisha GraysonHave you ever thought that only privileged folks with generational wealth are capable of ditching the 9-5 life and building their own businesses? Well, today's episode is a proof point that folks without generational wealth can pursue this path, too! On today's episode, we hear from Kaneisha Grayson - fabulous Black woman Austinite, Harvard Business School grad, and founder of "The Art of Applying", a graduate school admissions consulting firm that has grown to $1M in revenue. Find out how and why Kaneisha ditched the corporate life to pursue lifestyle design and her own vision of joy...
2022-02-1135 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Sell Your Nonprofit Skills to the Private Sector, with Remy OnstadWhen you've been working in the nonprofit, public service or mission-oriented organization for a long time, it can feel impossible to transition into the private sector. Just because it feels impossible, though, doesn't mean that it is - in fact, this is a switch that happens every single day. On this episode, check out Remy Onstad's story as she shares how and why she decided to transition out of nonprofit/politics and go into HR Strategy in tech. Turns out, if you're coming from nonprofit, you have a WHOLE LOT to offer and you need to learn how to sell...
2022-02-0426 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Figure Out Your Next Career Move, Pt. 1 (Start Where You Are & Build a Compass)If you are totally lost when it comes to figuring out what you want to do next in your career, this is an episode you can't miss. Priscilla explains how to use design thinking to tackle the overwhelming process of career exploration. In this episode, Priscilla references the book "Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life" by Stanford professors Bill Burrnett and Dave Evans as a foundation for the career design process. The good news is that you don't have to read this book - just tune in and learn what the first stage of this process i...
2022-01-2822 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Survived Working in Big Law as an Immigrant, with Yeve SibandaOn today's episode, we hear from Yeve Sibanda - a Zimbabwean Black woman immigrant who worked in "Big Law" for many years. "Big Law" refers to firms on the AmLaw 200 List, and they tend to employ thousands of lawyers worldwide. One of the reasons law grads covet working at a Big Law firm is that the compensation packages are huge (the average starting salary is around 190K base for fresh law school graduates). Yeve tells us how she broke into a Big Law firm a few years after graduating from American University with her J.D. and how she held...
2022-01-2124 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It's Like To Work In Climate Change as a Latina, with Phoebe RomeroAre you passionate about climate change and interested in using your career path to literally make the world a better place? Then you can't miss Phoebe Romero's story - Phoebe is a "fronterista" - a woman who grew up on the Texas-Mexico border and made her way to Brown University in Rhode Island. Phoebe walks us through her journey breaking into the environmental justice space as a Latina and how she's been able to advocate for BIPOC folks within this space from both the private and public sector. Today, Phoebe works at the City of Austin within the Office...
2022-01-1429 min
Your Latina Career CoachThe Five Essential Mindsets You Need for a Successful Career Change (Solo Episode)Are you ready to get your job search / career change journey started in 2022? Well, hold your horses for just 25 minutes.... On today's episode, Priscilla shares the benefits of spending some intentional time programming your brain to make your journey SO. MUCH. EASIER. Get rid of the overwhelm, perfectionism, and harsh inner critic and embrace the fun, curiosity and learnings that await you on your next career change. ---- Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow and tune in for new episode drops on Fridays! Ready to switch jobs...
2022-01-0727 min
Your Latina Career CoachAnnouncement: Out of Office Until January 7, 2022!PSA: The ECM Podcast will not be releasing new episodes for the remainder of 2021, but we will be back with fresh content on January 7, 2022! Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! xo, Priscilla
2021-12-2200 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat Not To Do While Job Searching as a First-Gen College Grad, with Edgar GalindoWhen you're the first person in your family to graduate from college with a liberal arts degree, that initial job search can take you by surprise. Today we hear Edgar Galindo's story and what he learned about what NOT to do in your first job search as a first-gen college grad. As the son of Mexican immigrants and recent Pomona College grad in 2013, Edgar was in for a rude awakening when it came time to figure out what exactly to do with his career. Luckily, his passion for problem solving and building relationships with others have served him well...
2021-12-1727 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Landed My Dream Job at NASA as a Latina Engineer, with Joan Melendez MisnerCan you imagine getting rejected from your dream job at NASA 12 different times, but still trying again one more time? Well, that's exactly what Joan Melendez Misner did before landing her job as aerospace engineer at NASA. On this episode, Joan tells us how to break into the Space industry and thrive as a woman of color in STEM. She also shoots down common misconceptions that people have about what it takes to work at NASA. This is exactly the episode you need if you want to get past your excuses! ---- ---- W...
2021-12-1038 min
Your Latina Career CoachSix Signs of a Toxic Workplace and What To Do About It, with Jasmine EscaleraEnding up in a toxic workplace scenario can happen to anyone - and it often leads to a miserable day to day experience that can impact your physical, mental and emotional well-being. On this special episode, Career & Confidence Coach Jasmine Escalera shares her top signs of a toxic workplace and what to do about it. Bottom line: if your boundaries are being continually violated at work, it's time to move on. ---- Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow and tune in for new episode drops on Fridays! Ready to s...
2021-12-0333 min
Your Latina Career CoachBONUS: Why I Left My Job as a Therapist to Become a Career Coach, with Paige MitchellOn this bonus episode, meet Career Fulfillment Coach Paige Mitchell. Paige shares her own career story about how she decided to move away from her licensed therapist profession working in Hawaii towards a career coaching business. Paige talks through how burnout impacted her career decision and why she loves coaching people through their career obstacles and limiting beliefs. To explore working with Paige, check her out on Instagram (PaigeMitchell.Coach) and on LinkedIn. ---- Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow and tune in for new episode drops on Fridays! R...
2021-11-2924 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Stay True To Yourself While Climbing the Corporate Ladder, with Johanna Saenz DonnellDespite progress made, Latinas still face many challenges in Corporate America – lack of representation in the C-Suite and corporate boards, barriers to advancement, salary disparities, discrimination and more. On this episode, you'll hear Johanna Saenz Donnell's story about her steady climb up the corporate ladder at consumer packaged goods (CPG) giants, such as General Mills, Walmart, and L'Oreal. Today, Johanna is a Director of Sales at Team Direct Management, LLC, and she reflects on how she's stayed true to herself in the corporate world as a Latina, first-gen college grad and daughter of immigrants. ---- Wan...
2021-11-2632 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Avoid Debt While Pursuing a Graduate Degree, with Nathalie FloresHave you ever wondered how people afford to attend elite programs or get fancy degrees? It's not always just student loans - sometimes people save money or qualify for significant scholarships and funding. On this episode, we hear from Nathalie Flores, a Peruvian immigrant who navigated the U.S. educational landscape pretty much by herself. Nathalie went to community college, transferred to Smith College, and joined the ranks of Accenture as a young consultant - and always kept her spending in check! On this episode, hear how Nathalie's passion for mastering personal finance and financial freedom has allowed Nathalie...
2021-11-1928 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Don't Code Switch at Work as a Black Male, with Korey WallaceTo code switch or not to code switch, that is the question. On today's episode, Korey explains why he decided enough was enough - he was going to be himself 100% at work everyday and not try to fit into the mold any longer. Do you think this is doable for BIPOC and/or marginalized folks? Tune in to challenge your thinking! Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow and tune in for new episode drops on Fridays! Ready to switch jobs? Check out my FREE 20-page guide to help get started on...
2021-11-1228 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It's Like to Be Executive Director of Planned Parenthood Texas, with Dyana Limon MercadoBorn to 16-year old parents in Austin, TX, Dyana never imagined she'd one day be going toe to toe with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton fighting on the front lines of abortion access in Texas, or that she'd become the first Latinx person to win the Travis County Democratic Party Chair race. But that's exactly what she does today as Executive Director of Planned Parenthood Texas. On this episode, get ready to be inspired by a fierce advocate for women of color in the advocacy and nonprofit space. Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit f...
2021-11-0535 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Liberate Yourself from the Child of Immigrant Formula For Success, with Nicole Cruz"Find a secure job, work hard, keep your head down, and stay in your job for as long as possible" - sound familiar? This is a common message that is passed down by immigrant parents to their children - and this formula can work, to an extent. On today's episode, Nicole Cruz tells us what it was like to let go of the child of immigrant playbook, and creating her own empowering path forward. Nicole Cruz is a Filipina-American life and leadership coach who helps countless women of color and immigrants/children of immigrants reclaim their identities a...
2021-10-2937 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Negotiate Salary, Ask For A Raise, and Ace Your First 90 Days, with Larnell VickersOn this #careercoach spotlight, Larnell Vickers comes on the show to chat about all things salary negotiation, asking for a raise at work, and building relationships at work. Larnell is helping countless folks win at their careers, and he doesn't hold back on this special episode. Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow and tune in for new episode drops on Fridays! Ready to switch jobs? Check out my FREE 20-page guide to help get started on your career transition journey and I spill all of my ex-recruiter secrets. Ready to...
2021-10-2233 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Become a Software Engineer without a CS Degree, with Noel MendozaHave you ever felt so disengaged in your job that you actually end up becoming a "performance flag"? As Noel was navigating his career in his mid-20's, jumping from sales job to sales job, he realized he was totally disengaged with his career trajectory. It wasn't until a rude awakening - getting fired - that he realized it was time to commit to something new: becoming a software engineer in tech. On this special episode, Noel walks us through his journey going through a prestigious coding bootcamp to become a software engineering apprentice at Microsoft, beating out hundreds...
2021-10-1544 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Advocate For Marijuana Legalization on Capitol Hill, with Maritza PerezIf it hadn't been for her high school secretary's encouragement, Maritza might have never applied to a 4-year university or college. Growing up in a Mexican-American family in Nevada, Maritza didn't always think college was in the cards for her - fast forward years later, Maritza is now a UC Berkeley law grad and fierce political advocate in Washington, D.C. - advocating for marginalized communities and fighting to end the war on drugs. Talk about #goals! Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow and tune in for new episode drops on Fridays!
2021-10-0827 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Persevere Through the CPA Exam When You Feel Like Giving Up, with Priscilla SuggsDo you have a big goal that feels "unattainable" for you? On this episode, Priscilla Suggs tells us what it was like to finally reach a goal that she almost gave up on: passing the CPA (Certified Public Accountant) exam. We talk about what it was like to be one of the few Black women in her accounting major at UT Austin, how she shifted her mindset to achieve this monumental goal, and the many pathways that the CPA opens up for her as a budding entrepreneur. Want more of this podcast? Make sure to hit follow a...
2021-10-0130 min
Your Latina Career Coach30. My Top 3 Career Gems for BIPOC from Season 1 (Solo Episode)On this special season 1 finale, Priscilla talks through her Top 3 Career Gems from Season 1, synthesized from all of the amazing guests on the show. These career gems are specifically tailored for BIPOC, First-Gen folks from historically excluded groups. Also, don't miss 2 very special announcements: 1) Priscilla is taking on private career coaching clients and 2) Priscilla will come back with a new last name for Season 2! Interested in applying for private coaching? Head over to ecmpodcast.com and click on "Work with Priscilla" The ECM Podcast will return for Season 2 on October 1st, 2021. Follow us o...
2021-07-0924 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It’s Like To Be a UX Designer, with Lia NapolitanoHave you ever wondered who exactly designs all of the wonderful tech at the tip of your fingers? Meet Lia Napolitano - an incredible experience designer who's been Design Lead for Siri at Apple, Oculus Quest at Facebook and now leads design at Caffeine. On this episode, Lia breaks down what it was like to break into design at Apple - the "holy grail" of design - coming from a liberal arts background. She talks about what it means to be a designer and what it was like to get into the "room where it happens" - pitching winning...
2021-07-0236 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Left My Career as a Pharmacist, with Manasa MurthyWhen you think of "pharmacist", you probably think of your local friendly retail-store pharmacist who fills your prescriptions, right? On this episode, Manasa Murthy talks to us about being a different kind of pharmacist that works in a hospital ICU setting, watching people fight for their lives everyday. Manasa walks us through how she became a critical care pharmacist, and why she decided to leave that path behind to take a huge risk: get an MBA and lead healthcare strategy to fix the structural issues she experienced first-hand as an ex-pharmacist.
2021-06-2530 min
Your Latina Career CoachBecoming a Latina MD via post-Bac, with Angelica MartinGrowing up in Echo Park within Los Angeles, Angelica Martin knew that she loved animals and dreamed of becoming a vet. After spending time teaching Special Education as a high school student, she realized her love for helping other humans and pivoted her career goal to becoming a doctor. Join today's episode to learn about the financial and structural obstacles that Angelica has overcome to get to where she is today, as an MD Candidate at UC Davis. Her story will inspire you to make no excuses and get stubborn about your career dreams.
2021-06-1829 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Break Into Venture Capital as a First-Generation BIPOC, with Jessica LeonWhen Jessica Leon was growing up in rural Idaho, she couldn't imagine that one day she'd be working in New York City at Goldman Sachs. But fast forward to life post-college, and Jessica was doing just that. Everything seemed to be going great until a 5 billion dollar company-wide "mistake" led to her team becoming disbanded and getting laid off. As painful as this moment was for Jessica, she turned that moment into a catalyst for growth, and came out stronger on the other side. On today's interview, Jessica talks about getting to MIT Sloan/Harvard Kennedy School...
2021-06-1132 min
Your Latina Career CoachThe Benefits of "Job Hopping" & the Work-Life "Balance" Myth, with Cecilia HarveyHave you ever thought that changing jobs "too quickly" or "too often" is seen as a red flag and must be avoided at all costs? Or, have you ever felt like you're "cheating on" your employer for considering other jobs and interviewing at other companies? Have you ever struggled to negotiate for higher pay? This episode is for you! On today's episode, you'll hear from Cecilia Harvey, CEO of Hyve Dynamics, dish out some real-talk when it comes to creating options for yourself in your career!
2021-06-0431 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Became a Management Consultant at McKinsey, with Aaron WilsonHave you ever thought about the story that you're telling others when it comes to your career? On this episode, Aaron Wilson tells us about the career story he's been crafting ever since he graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in business. As a Black-Asian child of working class parents, Aaron's story has included: moving to the West Coast to change functions and industries, navigating the ad agency world, deciding to pursue elite management consulting, and eventually landing at McKinsey, post MBA, as an associate.
2021-05-2829 min
Your Latina Career CoachLeaping from Investment Banking to Wharton, as an HBCU grad, with Timka LockheartOn this episode, you'll hear from Timka Lockheart, a Georgia native and proud graduate from Alabama A&M University who ended up on Wall Street for her first job out of college and eventually with an MBA from Wharton. As the only Black woman on her team as a first-year analyst, Timka had to quickly learn the ropes and come to grips with her insecurities to perform at a high level. Today, Timka works as a Career Coach helping young professionals make "courageous leaps" and she spills the tea on how she made some of her own leaps.
2021-05-2131 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Decided to Follow My Calling to Teach Social Studies, with Joseph FrilotWhen Joseph Frilot graduated as his high school's valedictorian in southeast Houston and started college at the University of Houston Honors College, he always thought he would become an attorney one day. In his mind, attorneys were considered prestigious and made a lot of money. After his LSAT instructor pushed him to question his ideas about a law career and he had an opportunity to speak to his sister's graduating high school class, his entire career vision changed before his eyes. On this episode, Joseph tells us what it's been like to follow his calling to become a social...
2021-05-1424 min
Your Latina Career CoachBuilding an Equity-Focused Career in Politics, Policy & Beyond, with Katie HerbekYou've probably heard of POTUS, SCOTUS and FLOTUS...but have you heard of ROTUS, or "Receptionist of the United States"? On this episode, you'll meet ex-ROTUS, Katie Herbek, who worked at The White House in her early 20's, overseeing the guest book and greeting top world leaders and celebrities in The West Wing. On this episode, Katie takes us through working in the campaign world during the 2008 Obama campaign, teaching in Italy for 8 months, working at the White House, and making the jump into education policy at the U.S. Department of Education. Katie encourages us to choose a...
2021-05-0730 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy You're Allowed To Change Your Mind About Your Career Path (Solo Episode)You're allowed to change your mind about your career for any reason and whenever you feel like it. On this episode, Priscilla shares her top 5 reasons why anyone might change their career path, and 3 top questions to ask yourself if you're contemplating making a big career move. Tune in to hear some of Priscilla's own winding paths and roads in her career and what's helped her make peace with saying goodbye and moving onto the next thing without shame or feeling like a failure.
2021-04-3023 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Left the Teaching Profession and Chose Social Impact, with Katherine LeivaBy the time Katherine Leiva reached her senior year of high school, both of her parents had passed away tragically and she was on her own balancing two jobs while experiencing homelessness. College was never on the table for her until her high school college counselor pushed her to consider Florida State University, helping her get a full-ride through the CARE Program. In this episode, Leiva recounts how her personal obstacles fueled her to teach English as a Second Language for eight years, and then later transition into a meaningful career in social impact and advocacy.
2021-04-2327 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It’s Like to Run Social Media for NASDAQ , with Lyanne AlfaroAs a first-generation American and daughter of immigrants from Mexico, Lyanne Alfaro grew up dreaming of seeing herself on TV working in broadcast journalism. Today, she works as a Senior Producer and Director of Social Media at Nasdaq, where she tells stories that intersect technology, business, entrepreneurship, and the Latinx community. Lyanne is also the creator of Moneda Moves, a bi-weekly newsletter and podcast showcasing business news for the Latinx community. In this episode, Lyanne talks us through how she broke into and moved up in the exciting media & broadcast journalism industry - while encouraging us to know our...
2021-04-1627 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Step Into Your Power as a Woman of Color in Tech, with Rebecca GarciaAre you a woman of color seeking to transition or thrive in the tech industry? Are you someone who struggles with imposter syndrome, speaking up for yourself or prioritizing your wellbeing at work? On this episode, you'll hear from mindset & career coach Rebecca Garcia, a daughter of immigrants from the Philippines and Mexico. Rebecca is a self-taught developer, ex-product manager and, as of the publish date, a program manager at Facebook. With experience working in tech startups and tech giants, Rebecca inspires women of color to step into their power in tech.
2021-04-0924 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It’s Like To Go Viral and Be a Video Producer, with Evelyn NgugiYou may have bumped into one of Evelyn's hilarious videos on the Internet, ranging on varying topics like beauty, travel, social justice, and Beyonce. Born to immigrant parents from Kenya, Evelyn always wanted to be a storyteller - and today she's exactly that - a humor writer, digital storyteller and successful YouTube star with over 240K subscribers. On this episode, Evelyn tell us how the vision for her career evolved, how she followed her creative passions and eventually made the scariest move of all - to go freelance and work for herself.
2021-04-0225 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow Being a Veteran Set Me Up To Succeed at BCG, with Damon ReynoldsHave you ever felt frustrated that your career didn't take a "linear" path? On this episode, Damon Reynolds walks us through his early career years that took him down some winding roads: from leaving college after sophomore year, to joining the Marine Corps for four formative years, to finishing his college degree in 2014, and finally breaking into management consulting at one of the most elite firms in the world, through his MBA.
2021-03-2621 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Started My Own Law Firm for Startups, with Frankie ArveloHave you ever wondered how you could merge different passions, or "take-and-leave" different aspects from different careers to build one that works for you? Well, that's exactly what Frankie Arvelo did during his early career years. A child of immigrants from Ecuador and the Dominican Republic, Frankie defied society's expectations by attending a top 10 law school and working at Goldman Sachs by his early 20's. When his first career stop didn't quite cut it for him, Frankie decided he needed something more: an MBA. The MBA journey exposed him to a new career vision that could blend the law...
2021-03-1923 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Found Sponsors and Changed Jobs within Microsoft, with Diana BecnelDiana Becnel worked at Microsoft as a technology consultant for 8 years before deciding to switch functional areas and move into sales. Today, she is a successful Account Executive and strong advocate for helping minorities break into STEM and tech careers. On this episode, Diana breaks down the importance of finding sponsors at work and not falling for the myth that hard work will equal a promotion or raise. People need to know and hear about your success, and sponsors can help do that for you. Diana inspires us to get over our mental crap and sell ourselves at work.
2021-03-1224 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Move to LA and Make It In The Music Industry, with Doni TavelOn our first ally guest episode, we hear from Doni Tavel, an Indianapolis native who moved to Los Angeles after college without a job to pursue an exciting career in music. In Los Angeles, Doni learned what it meant to be a personal assistant to a celebrity and eventually networked her way into an international marketing role at Interscope Records. Five years later, Doni was traveling the world with talented artists like Maroon5 and Sting, fulfilling her vision to make it in the music industry - all thanks to her grit, humility and hard work.
2021-03-0529 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Became a Latina Private Equity Principal, with Tiffany LunaPrivate Equity is an exclusive, highly competitive and elite space within finance. It's also very white and very male. Each year, hundreds of elite investment bankers and MBA grads from top schools try to break into PE to make upwards of $500K annually, and that's without bonuses or carried interest. Tiffany Luna, a Mexican-American daughter of immigrants who grew up in the South side of Chicago, was an unlikely candidate to break into private equity and become a principal by the age of 30, but that's exactly what she did - in a very nontraditional way. O...
2021-02-2635 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Combat Imposter Syndrome at Work (Solo Episode)We've all heard the words "imposter syndrome" ad nauseum. It's the sense that you're an imposter or fraud at work, and that you don't deserve to be there, despite your qualifications and evidence of success. This syndrome disproportionately affects women and BIPOC, because there are so few people who look like us or have similar experiences at work and in positions of power. On this special solo episode, host Priscilla Weninger, walks you through the top 5 strategies that have worked for her to get rid of her imposter syndrome. Based on neuroscience, these strategies directly address how...
2021-02-1923 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow to Leave the Private Sector as a Child of Immigrants, with Lily TrieuOn this episode, Lily Trieu, a Houston native and daughter of immigrants from Southeast Asia, tells us how she made a bold career switch from the private sector to the nonprofit education world. After 9 years in the consumer & packaged goods space, Lily enjoyed a healthy six-figure salary, bonus, company car and her parents' pride - but she wasn't happy. After realizing she wanted out, Lily went on a journey that involved getting an MBA and asking for help to make a big jump into a much more fulfilling career. Lily shares the challenges she encountered- emotionally, psychologically, career-wise, and...
2021-02-1223 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat It's Like to Become a Black Doctor, with Dekoiya BurtonDid you know that since 1978, the number of Black men enrolled in medical school in the U.S. has actually decreased, from 3.1% to 2.9%? It's a sad state of affairs when it comes to Black male representation in U.S. medical schools, which makes this episode very special. Dekoiya Burton is an MD/MBA fourth year student at UT Austin and Dell Medical School, who is the only Black male in his entire medical school class. Born to teenage parents in Houston, TX, Dekoiya's story is an unlikely one, and on this episode, he details the obstacles he's overcome on...
2021-02-0522 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Became a U.S. Diplomat and Overcame Imposter Syndrome, with Sharlina Hussain-MorganHave you ever wondered what it would be like to have an international career in diplomacy? On this episode, we hear from Sharlina Hussain-Morgan, a foreign service officer, who is also a child of immigrants from Bangladesh. She talks about how she fell into the international affairs field, overcoming her imposter syndrome, and a precarious work situation that involved Michelle Obama. Sharlina's story is a great reminder to pursue your passions despite parental pressure to take a more traditional path.
2021-01-2926 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhy I Left the Lawyer Identity Behind and Chose Happiness, with Gbenoba IdahHave you ever considered saying goodbye to your "career identity"? Well, that's exactly what Gbenoba Idah did in 2018, when he said goodbye to his 10-year career as an attorney. On this episode, hear directly from this gregarious Los-Angeles native who watched his parents struggle to keep their small business alive, thus impacting his own post-college career decisions. When being a lawyer became toxic to his mental and physical wellbeing, Gbenoba knew it was time to switch gears. This inspirational story will give you the courage to make your boldest career move yet.
2021-01-2225 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow To Break Into Product Management in Tech, with Diego GranadosMeet Diego Granados - a Mexico City native, Microsoft Product Manager and YouTuber. On this episode, Diego tells us exactly what it means to be a product manager in tech, how to break into this career path, and what it takes to be successful in the role. Diego reassures any aspiring product manager that you don't need to have a "technical" background or MBA to break into this path - and his YouTube channel, PM Diego Granados, dives even deeper to help people pivot into this fulfilling and exciting career path.
2021-01-1526 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat I Learned From Barely Losing a City Council Race, with Isabel LongoriaOn this episode, hear from Isabel Longoria, a French-Mexican-American policy and public affairs professional from Houston, Texas. Isabel, a queer Latina, ran against an incumbent on the Houston City Council in 2019 and narrowly lost by only 16 votes. Isabel shares what the experience was like, what she learned, and how she's pivoted into a new exciting role leading voter innovation in Harris County.
2021-01-0827 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow Impact Investing Can Change Communities & Lives, with Nate JonesAfter graduating from Morehouse College in 2014, Nate Jones only spent a couple of years working in the financial services industry before deciding to merge his passion for improving the socioeconomic status quo for low-income neighborhoods with his financial and analytical skillset. Nate went on to co-found the Village Microfund, a social impact fund empowering entrepreneurs in Metro Atlanta by providing access to capital, business education, and a "Village" of support. In 2020, Nate was named one of HBCUVC's "31 under 31" emerging leaders in venture capital. On this episode, he talks candidly about his early career experiences and decisions, while inspiring us...
2021-01-0822 min
Your Latina Career CoachWhat I Did When I Realized My Career Wasn’t For Me Anymore, with Maria Paula MuñozAfter graduating as a civil engineer major at Rice University in 2014, Maria Paula Muñoz opted for a stable career path within the oil and gas industry, only to soon realize that the role wasn't exactly the best fit for her. On this episode, Maria Paula talks about what it was like to start and go through a challenging yearlong job search process only months after taking her first job after college, what it took to pivot into a brand new industry and function, and how she used her MBA to later break into a career at Google in t...
2021-01-0824 min
Your Latina Career CoachHow I Got To Stanford Law and Why I Became a Public Defender, with Annick JordanOn this episode, Annick Jordan shares what it was like to work as a paralegal at a big law firm and Spotify before going to Stanford Law School. She breaks down her longer-than-expected law school application process and what it was like to overcome the LSAT and self-imposed expectations on her law school application timeline. She also shares what it was like to be one of the few Black women in her Stanford Law class, and her path to becoming a public defender in New Orleans, Louisiana - the mass incarceration capital in the world. Annick's story is a...
2021-01-0826 min
Your Latina Career CoachSeason 1 TrailerOn this short trailer, learn about host, Priscilla Esquivel Weninger, and why she decided to start an early career strategy podcast specifically for young professionals who identify as Black, Latinx, Indigenous and/or people of color.
2020-12-2003 min