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People are the Answer98: Shireen Jaffer on her journey from Pakistan to the US at age 7, the duality she experienced growing up in Palo Alto, transforming educationShow notes:
In this episode, Shireen and Jeffrey discuss her journey from Pakistan to the US at age 7 and the incredible sacrifices her parents made to make it possible. We also cover the duality she experienced growing up in Palo Alto, the variety of jobs she worked from ages 12-18, when she realized what’s valuable in life vs. in our educational system, transforming education, and much more
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Host: Jeffrey M. Zucker
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PEERS#247. 33 Female Founders on the Value of Pursuing Your PassionFrom waking up every day energized to feeling happy and fulfilled, there are plenty of reasons why pursuing your passion is worth the hustle. But when the grind gets tough, we need a little bit of motivation, and a whole lot of optimism, to keep us going on our entrepreneurial journey. If you’re searching for some encouragement right now — don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In this special bonus episode of Peers2Peers, powered by Shopify, we’ve pulled together the ultimate, inspirational highlight reel featuring 33 amazing female founders answering our forever favorite question: W...2023-03-3039 min
The Syntax Show with Jon TotaA Lot to Learn with Shireen JafferShireen Jaffer is the co-founder and CEO of Edvo and a serial entrepreneur, investor, and startup mentor who founded her first company when she was just 18 years old. Edvo's mission is to help us all make more sense of the world online and around us. It's a personal learning platform that's designed to help people learn and think better.
Listen to learn about Shireen's mission to help the world learn and her entrepreneurial journey.
Visit https://www.edvo.com/ to learn more.
2022-02-1632 min
Personal Development Mastery: Actionable Insights for Self Improvement#198 Learning how to learn, thinking better, and what it means to be a super learner, with Shireen Jaffer. Shireen Jaffer is the CEO and co-founder of 'Edvo', where she's building technology to help people think well and make better sense of the world. Prior to that, she founded and bootstrapped her first company 'Skillify' to 7-figures, and helped over 150,000 students learn better through internships and mentors. She has been recognized on the “Forbes 30 under 30” list and she is an active community builder, angel investor, and advisor for early-stage start-ups. She is passionate about helping people think better and build lives on their own terms. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: * What does it mean to be educated? * Learning how to learn and how to...2022-02-0748 min
PEERS#142. Shireen Jaffer: The Co-Founder of Edvo on How There Is Always A ChoiceShireen Jaffer is the co-founder of Edvo, an edtech company empowering people with the tools to think for themselves and forge their own stories. But two minutes into this chat, we thought she could give Oprah a run for her money.In this uplifting and (damn) motivating interview, Shireen gets real about what actually matters in the real world as opposed to what school and society tells us. She shares her tactics on how to gain clarity on what we want and why committing to ourselves is hard but not impossible.Discover more: 2021-03-2155 min
The STEMcastWhy Unlearning Matters- and Where to Start (Ft. Shireen Jaffer)Join us on this episode of STEMcast with Shireen Jaffer, Co-Founder and CEO of Edvo where we speak about how unlearning is the new learning. We dig in to why Shireen believes there's just as much value in "relearning" and "unlearning" and why thinking for yourself is one of the most important skills you can ever develop!2021-01-0547 min
Edvolution PodcastRejecting Societal Expectations and Building a Meaningful Career, with Jen GlantzIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Jen opens up about her path to finding a meaningful career for herself. From her high school teacher telling Jen she would never be a good writer, to her best friends calling Jen's business ideas "the dumbest they've ever heard," Jen talks about rejecting societal expectations every step of the way and betting on herself. We talk about the unconventional 80 year old mentor Jen found in her twenties, her struggle with a deep trauma, and the mindset she's developed to create a meaningful life on her terms. 2020-11-2554 min
Brandon Stover On LifeShireen Jaffer on How To Overcome Self Doubt, Personal Learning, & Using Mental Models | Evolve 048Shireen Jaffer is the Co-Founder of EDVO & Founder of Skillify. She went from working multiple part time jobs since the age of 14, even being fired from a yogurt shop, to helping over 50,000 people in their careers over the last 10 years, from recent grads to executives. She is a Forbes 30 under 30, an active angel investor in several successfully growing startups, and a founder of 2 startups that have been aimed at building innovative educational tools to empower lifelong learning for billions around the world.Changing how people are educated and see work in our society, she has supported 220 schools...2020-11-2456 minEdvolution PodcastWhen Your Life Falls Apart and You Want to Quit, with Tyrone RossIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Tyrone shares how he lifted himself and his family out of poverty, became a track star, qualified for Olympic tryouts, only to see his life fall into pieces within one year. As he battled a deep depression, Tyrone found himself contemplating suicide. He opens up about the moment that almost ended his life and the flood of realizations that followed as soon as he decided to live for himself. We further discuss the impact of "living for your resume" and how we process (and ignore) deep societal trauma. 2020-10-1356 min
The Exclusive Career CoachWhat to Do When Recruiters Ghost YouFor the uninitiated, ghosting means that someone has stopped responding to all communication from you. You can be ghosted by a friend, significant other, or a potential employer. Or a recruiter who went from hot to cold for no apparent reason.This is different from applying for a job and never hearing anything – that happens all the time. Ghosting means that you are in the pipeline, maybe you’ve already had one or more interviews, you think you’re well on your way…then nothing.I got a lot of the info...2020-09-3013 minEdvolution PodcastFinding Motivation and What To Do When Work Becomes Your Identity, with Justin WelshIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Justin opens up about how he built a successful tech career in sales despite experiencing failure after failure in his earlier years. From struggling in school as a teenager to jumping from job to job in his early twenties, Justin recounts the moments that led him to bet on himself and others that threatened his sense of self-worth. We further discuss how he found the motivation that enabled him to find his own path.About Justin: Justin Welsh is an SMB SaaS advisor...2020-09-1452 min
Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life Podcast#76 Why Women of Colour don’t Get VC Money and What to Do Instead with Shireen JafferIn today’s episode of Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life podcast, I am in conversation with Shireen Jaffa, CEO and founder of EDVO, a venture-backed education technology company to help people think better and learn better.
They have raised 2.9 million and helped over 50,000 people navigate their careers and find meaningful work and have been recognized in Business Insider, Forbes, Fast Company, etc.
She has started her first company, Skillify at 19, and bootstrapped it as a solo woman founder to profitability and implemented it within 220+ high schools and colleges.
Shireen believes that it is important to...2020-09-081h 18Edvolution PodcastFinding Yourself in a Stunted Relationship and Reinventing Yourself, with Carlita ColeyIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Carlita tells us why she ended an 18-year marriage and shares the journey that led to this life-changing decision. Carlita also talks about navigating the world of new challenges after her divorce, from overcoming financial insecurity to dealing with a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis. About Carlita: Carlita L. Coley is a licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with 10 years of experience providing mental health services to women and youth. As the founder of theFosteringYOUInitiative, LLC, Carlita works to educate and empower women to find their v...2020-08-3153 min
Disruptors for GOOD | Social Entrepreneurs and Social EnterprisesShireen Jaffer // Co-founder & CEO of Edvo----------------------------------------Spotlighting impact startups, brands, and founders.We feature social impact startups, conscious brands, and visionary founders shaping the future of business. Join thousands—subscribe to our weekly newsletter for exclusive interviews, the latest funding rounds, digital tool reviews, and curated products fueling the impact economy.To learn more, please visit causeartist.comIn episode 69 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Shireen Jaffer CEO of Edvo and Forbes 30 under 30 recipient about building innovative educational tools to empower life long learning for billions around the wo...2020-08-2553 min
Edvolution PodcastChris Atoki: Homelessness, Fighting Depression, Living For YourselfIn this episode, Chris talks about experiencing homelessness at the age of 19 and finding himself without a job, unable to pay for school, and without support from family or friends. This month, four years later, Chris became a home owner at the age of 24 and is making six-figures. Chris shares how he overcame depression and suicidal thoughts to find his path despite the odds being against him. Get on the email list at shireen.substack.com2020-08-2050 min
Youth MovementEp. 7 - Shireen Jaffer, CEO & Co-Founder of EdvoIn this episode, JC chats with Shireen Jaffer, the CEO and co-founder of Edvo, a company dedicated to inspiring people to think for themselves and empowering them with the tools to forge their own stories. Her mission is rooted in "education through vocation," helping others navigate life with confidence by building skills and finding jobs that lead to growth and success. Shireen discusses the growth of her company, the value in mental models and how to make them relevant for the average person, how to go about scaling an idea or business, and leaning into your audience's emotions and...2020-08-1741 min
Edvolution PodcastAlex Smith: Getting Sick From Stress, Societal Expectations, Choosing HappinessIn this episode, Alex shares how she built a successful sales career in New York City, only to leave the glamorous lifestyle and buy a one-way ticket to Brazil. She tells us about dealing with a pre-cancer diagnosis at the age of 24 and battling fear, insecurities, and awakenings all at the same time. We further discuss the importance of stepping outside of your environment and unapologetically being yourself. About Alex: Alexandria Smith is a seasoned Sales Leader that has worked for some of the hottest startups for the last decade all over the country. Currently leading Global Sales Development at...2020-08-131h 15Edvolution PodcastHealing From Abuse, Sexual Trauma and Advocating For Yourself, with LaToya ZavalaIn this episode, LaToya opens up about the sexual and emotional abuse that started for her at the age of five. She tells us about the societal messaging that prevented her from recognizing the toxicity of her environment and worse, influenced LaToya’s understanding of her self-worth. We learn about how LaToya finds her voice and overcomes years of trauma, limiting beliefs, and millions of voices telling her she’s not good enough. We further discuss her work as a chaplain in the military and the path to get there as a woman.2020-08-101h 23
Edvolution PodcastNabila Ismail: Feeling Unhappy, Solo Traveling, Self-EmpowermentIn this episode, Nabila shares her experiences as a solo-traveler and how she visited 30+ countries while being a full-time student. Coming from a traditional South Asian family, Nabila talks about being the girl that always followed the rules and stayed on the path that her parents wanted for her: going to pharmacy school, getting a job, marrying, and having a family. But when Nabila found herself miserable during school, she decided to make a change. She tells us about overcoming familial and societal pressures to empower herself and beginning her journey as a solo traveler. Nabila believes traveling has been...2020-08-0652 min
Edvolution PodcastRebecca Jacobs: Betting On Yourself, Entrepreneurship, The Dark Side of Non-ProfitsIn this episode, Rebecca discusses her decision to reject the corporate route after business school and fly to Tanzania instead. She talks about losing her father at the age of 9 and her mother's cancer diagnosis, both of which influence her to question, “What would I do if I only had one year to live?” Rebecca tells us about her journey into the world of international development and discovering the darker side of “good” work. We further discuss entrepreneurship, the loneliness of betting on yourself, and how "feeling alive" feels to each of us.About Rebecca:After graduating from Babson College...2020-07-3051 minEdvolution PodcastChoosing a Different Life and Finding a Support System, with Emily AdamsIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Emily talks about her decision to leave her family, the Amish culture, and everything she knew at the age of 17. We discuss the many culture shocks and challenges that she had to overcome, from identity crises to abusive relationships. As Emily takes her happiness into her own hands, she commits to making positive changes and finding strength within herself. This road brings her to powerlifting, and Emily tells us how she went from a scared 17-year-old to a nationally competitive athlete, mom of 2, and a successful businesswoman.2020-07-2759 minEdvolution PodcastFighting Depression and Choosing to Live For Yourself, with Chris AtokiIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Chris talks about experiencing homelessness at the age of 19 and finding himself without a job, unable to pay for school, and without support from family or friends. This month, four years later, Chris became a home owner at the age of 24 and is making six-figures. Chris shares how he overcame depression and suicidal thoughts to find his path despite the odds being against him. 2020-07-2050 min
Edvolution PodcastAustin Belcak: Feeling Stuck, Side Hustles, Finding Your PassionIn this episode, Austin shares his struggle with school, how he learned to ignore bad advice, and how he discovered his passion. We discuss his five failed businesses and his fear of failure. We then learn about how Austin built his current successful business, grew his platform to 300K+ followers, and managed his time while working full-time at Microsoft.About Austin BelcakAustin is the founder of CultivatedCulture.com where he helps people land jobs they love without traditional experience and without applying online.Austin’s job search system stems from his personal experience transitioning from a new grad with a...2020-07-1657 minEdvolution PodcastGetting Sick From Stress and Choosing Happiness, with Alex SmithIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Alex shares how she built a successful sales career in New York City, only to leave the glamorous lifestyle and buy a one-way ticket to Brazil. She tells us about dealing with a pre-cancer diagnosis at the age of 24 and battling fear, insecurities, and awakenings all at the same time. We further discuss the importance of stepping outside of your environment and unapologetically being yourself. About Alex: Alexandria Smith is a seasoned Sales Leader that has worked for some of the hottest startups...2020-07-131h 15
Edvolution PodcastMelissa Strawn: Feeling Insecure, Overcoming Biases, Making Positive ChangeIn this episode, Melissa shares her story of living in poverty, getting pregnant at 16, and ultimately deciding to take control to create a more aligned life for herself. We discuss her evolution into a successful startup CEO and she tells us about how she overcomes systemic biases. We further discuss the way our society treats people who have unconventional pasts, and how we can do better collectively. About Melissa:Melissa Strawn is a Seattle-area entrepreneur and mom to five sons. Melissa blogs at FromWelfareToMillionaire.org, where she shares her story about going from a teenage single mother living in poverty...2020-07-0842 minEdvolution PodcastFeeling Unhappy and Finding Self-Empowerment through Solo Traveling, with Nabila IsmailIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Nabila shares her experiences as a solo-traveler and how she visited 30+ countries while being a full-time student. Coming from a traditional South Asian family, Nabila talks about being the girl that always followed the rules and stayed on the path that her parents wanted for her: going to pharmacy school, getting a job, marrying, and having a family. But when Nabila found herself miserable during school, she decided to make a change. She tells us about overcoming familial and societal pressures to empower herself and beginning her journey...2020-07-0652 min
Edvolution PodcastVeline Mojarro: Racism, Police Officers, Unlearning & Showing UpIn this episode, Veline tells us her story about growing up with a father who served as an officer in the Los Angeles Police Department and a passionate mother who took her to her first protest when Veline was still in a stroller. She shares her experiences of growing up in a white suburban neighborhood as a brown woman and the ideological differences within her community. We further talk about her feelings of being a daughter of a police officer with the current debates in our society, as well as the work she’s currently doing for racial justice, equity...2020-06-3041 minEdvolution PodcastDealing with the Dark Side of Non-Profits and Betting On Yourself, with Rebecca JacobsIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Rebecca discusses her decision to reject the corporate route after business school and fly to Tanzania instead. She talks about losing her father at the age of 9 and her mother's cancer diagnosis, both of which influence her to question, “What would I do if I only had one year to live?” Rebecca tells us about her journey into the world of international development and discovering the darker side of “good” work. We further discuss entrepreneurship, the loneliness of betting on yourself, and how "feeling alive" feels to each of us.2020-06-2951 min
Edvolution PodcastSasha Shilko: Tech Burnout, Dealing with Anxiety, SabbaticalsIn this episode, Sasha tells us her story about working in San Francisco at a “sexy” tech company and living the life she dreamt of as a child. As she recalls her experiences, Sasha shares both the good and the bad. She also talks about navigating the high-performing tech culture, understanding the concept of “golden handcuffs,” and dealing with immense burnout. We discuss the moments that lead her to make a pivot and the aftermath of her decisions.About Sash ShilkoSasha has worked at Bain & Company, a management consulting firm, and Lime, a micromobility startup. She's currently launching her own...2020-06-231h 01Edvolution PodcastFeeling Stuck and Finding Your Passion through Side-Hustles, with Austin BelcakIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Austin shares his struggle with school, how he learned to ignore bad advice, and how he discovered his passion. We discuss his five failed businesses and his fear of failure. We then learn about how Austin built his current successful business, grew his platform to 300K+ followers, and managed his time while working full-time at Microsoft. About Austin BelcakAustin is the founder of CultivatedCulture.com where he helps people land jobs they love without traditional experience and without applying online....2020-06-2257 minEdvolution PodcastEscaping Poverty and Choosing Yourself to Build Wealth, with Melissa StrawnIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Melissa shares her story of living in poverty, getting pregnant at 16, and ultimately deciding to take control to create a more aligned life for herself. We discuss her evolution into a successful startup CEO and she tells us about how she overcomes systemic biases. We further discuss the way our society treats people who have unconventional pasts, and how we can do better collectively. About Melissa: Melissa Strawn is a Seattle-area entrepreneur and mom to five sons. Melissa blogs at FromWelfareToMillionaire.org, where s...2020-06-1542 minEdvolution PodcastUnderstanding Racism and Unlearning Limiting Beliefs, with Veline MojarroIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Veline tells us her story about growing up with a father who served as an officer in the Los Angeles Police Department and a passionate mother who took her to her first protest when Veline was still in a stroller. She shares her experiences of growing up in a white suburban neighborhood as a brown woman and the ideological differences within her community. We further talk about her feelings of being a daughter of a police officer with the current debates in our society, as well as the...2020-06-0841 minEdvolution PodcastSasha Shilko: Tech Burnout, Dealing with Anxiety, SabbaticalsIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Sasha tells us her story about working in San Francisco at a “sexy” tech company and living the life she dreamt of as a child. As she recalls her experiences, Sasha shares both the good and the bad. She also talks about navigating the high-performing tech culture, understanding the concept of “golden handcuffs,” and dealing with immense burnout. We discuss the moments that lead her to make a pivot and the aftermath of her decisions. About Sash ShilkoSasha has worked at Bain & Company...2020-06-011h 00Edvolution PodcastTrish Lindo: Gut Instincts, Developing Perspectives, Self-Reliance & ResilienceIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Trish joins Shireen to discuss her move from Hollywood, FL to Hollywood, CA to pursue a career in entertainment, despite many people advising her not to. She further shares her experiences working with countless celebrities and building a successful career in LA, and then ultimately asking the big question: “What else is out there?” Tune in to learn how Trish went from working with Oprah to working with women fighting homelessness and listening to stories on Skid Row. About Trish Lindo:Trish Lindo has o...2020-05-2542 min
Edvolution PodcastTrish Lindo: Gut Instincts, Developing Perspectives, Self-Reliance & ResilienceIn this episode, Trish joins Shireen to discuss her move from Hollywood, FL to Hollywood, CA to pursue a career in entertainment, despite many people advising her not to. She further shares her experiences working with countless celebrities and building a successful career in LA, and then ultimately asking the big question: “What else is out there?” Tune in to learn how Trish went from working with Oprah to working with women fighting homelessness and listening to stories on Skid Row. About Trish Lindo:Trish Lindo has over 20 years of experience in the Los...2020-05-2542 minEdvolution PodcastJill Knobeloch: Dealing with Emptiness, Rationality vs Intuition, RelationshipsJill Knobeloch: Dealing with Emptiness, Rationality vs Intuition, RelationshipsIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Jill tells us why she chose to walk away from her “perfect life:” a supportive husband, a beautiful house in California, and a good job. All before the age of 30, Jill files for divorce, moves to Chicago by herself with no job or friends, and deals with two life-threatening health concerns. We discuss the aftermath of her decisions, question why we believe certain things and quickly dismiss others, and consider her epiphanies along the way....2020-05-181h 01
Edvolution PodcastJill Knobeloch: Dealing with Emptiness, Rationality vs Intuition, RelationshipsJill Knobeloch: Dealing with Emptiness, Rationality vs Intuition, RelationshipsIn this episode, Jill tells us why she chose to walk away from her “perfect life:” a supportive husband, a beautiful house in California, and a good job. All before the age of 30, Jill files for divorce, moves to Chicago by herself with no job or friends, and deals with two life-threatening health concerns. We discuss the aftermath of her decisions, question why we believe certain things and quickly dismiss others, and consider her epiphanies along the way.About Jill:Jill...2020-05-181h 01Edvolution PodcastDaria Tsvenger: Childhood, Emotional Trauma, How Our Brains ReactDaria Tsvenger: Childhood, Emotional Trauma, How Our Brains ReactIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Daria and I discuss her childhood in Russia as a “childhood prodigy,” and then her move to America, where feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, and loss of identity take over. She shares how she finds answers in neuroscience; learning about how the brain works helps Daria overcome her fears. Daria shares the research along with the work she’s now doing to help people navigate change and develop optimistic mindsets.About Daria Ts...2020-05-1152 minEdvolution PodcastDeborah Benton: Chasing Stability, Learning to Think, Success in School & Work - EdvoDeborah Benton: Chasing Stability, Learning to Think, Success in School & WorkIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Deborah shares how success was defined for her during her childhood, and how following the path to “stability” led her to a “prestigious” job that got her physically sick. This wake-up call serves as a catalyst for Deborah to re-define success for herself, build confidence within herself, and overcome the need for validation from others. We also discuss her opinions on our education system as she questions what we were taught in schoo...2020-05-111h 15
Edvolution PodcastDaria Tsvenger: Childhood, Emotional Trauma, How Our Brains ReactDaria Tsvenger: Childhood, Emotional Trauma, How Our Brains ReactIn this episode, Daria and I discuss her childhood in Russia as a “childhood prodigy,” and then her move to America, where feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, and loss of identity take over. She shares how she finds answers in neuroscience; learning about how the brain works helps Daria overcome her fears. Daria shares the research along with the work she’s now doing to help people navigate change and develop optimistic mindsets.About Daria Tsvenger:Daria Tsvenger is...2020-05-1152 min
Edvolution PodcastDeborah Benton: Chasing Stability, Learning to Think, Success in School & Work - EdvoDeborah Benton: Chasing Stability, Learning to Think, Success in School & WorkIn this episode, Deborah shares how success was defined for her during her childhood, and how following the path to “stability” led her to a “prestigious” job that got her physically sick. This wake-up call serves as a catalyst for Deborah to re-define success for herself, build confidence within herself, and overcome the need for validation from others. We also discuss her opinions on our education system as she questions what we were taught in school that limits our ability to...2020-05-111h 15Edvolution PodcastElizabeth Marks: Navigating a Financial Crisis, Freelancing, Career Advice - EdvoElizabeth Marks: Navigating a Financial Crisis, Freelancing, Career AdviceIn this episode of the Edvolution Podcast with host, Shireen Jaffer, Liz tells us about how she navigated her career after graduating into the financial crisis of 2008. Despite doing everything she was told to do--excelling in school, going to NYU, and even getting a job at the Times in NYC--Liz learns early-on that she must create her own path in order to live the lifestyle she wants. And she does just that.About Elizabeth Marks (Liz):Liz leads content and messaging st...2020-05-061h 07
Edvolution PodcastElizabeth Marks: Navigating a Financial Crisis, Freelancing, Career Advice - EdvoElizabeth Marks: Navigating a Financial Crisis, Freelancing, Career AdviceIn this episode, Liz tells us about how she navigated her career after graduating into the financial crisis of 2008. Despite doing everything she was told to do--excelling in school, going to NYU, and even getting a job at the Times in NYC--Liz learns early-on that she must create her own path in order to live the lifestyle she wants. And she does just that.About Elizabeth Marks (Liz):Liz leads content and messaging strategy at inside.company, alongside their team of...2020-05-061h 07
Kick Ass in LifeHow to Hack Your Job Search with CEO of Edvo, Shireen JafferThe job search process is not easy. What’s super frustrating is the lack of responsiveness of companies after you apply to the "black hole of applications". Once you apply you don’t know where your application goes.
Shireen Jaffer is working to change that. Shireen is the co-founder and CEO of Edvo, which she calls your job search on autopilot. It’s a venture-backed startup that works as a matchmaker between companies and candidates to close the gap and to fast track the interview process.
Shireen has always wanted to help candidates navigate the jo...2019-09-0836 min
The Sales Hacker Podcast61. How Edvo Seeks to Change The Job Hunt Narrative w/ Shireen JafferThis week on the Sales Hacker podcast, we speak with Shireen Jaffer, CEO at Edvo. Edvo helps people get the best jobs AND finds jobs they may need in the future. She explains how nightmarish the job process used to be and how Edvo strives to change the job search narrative.2019-06-1147 minThe Sales Hacker Podcast61. How Edvo Seeks to Change The Job Hunt Narrative w/ Shireen JafferThis week on the Sales Hacker podcast, we speak with Shireen Jaffer, CEO at Edvo. Edvo helps people get the best jobs AND finds jobs they may need in the future. She explains how nightmarish the job process used to be and how Edvo strives to change the job search narrative.2019-06-1147 min
The Sales Hacker Podcast61. How Edvo Seeks to Change The Job Hunt Narrative w/ Shireen JafferThis week on the Sales Hacker podcast, we speak with Shireen Jaffer, CEO at Edvo. Edvo helps people get the best jobs AND finds jobs they may need in the future. She explains how nightmarish the job process used to be and how Edvo strives to change the job search narrative.2019-06-1147 min
The GTMnow Podcast61. How Edvo Seeks to Change The Job Hunt Narrative w/ Shireen JafferThis week on the Sales Hacker podcast, we speak with Shireen Jaffer, CEO at Edvo. Edvo helps people get the best jobs AND finds jobs they may need in the future. She explains how nightmarish the job process used to be and how Edvo strives to change the job search narrative.The GTMnow Podcast The GTMnow Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring interviews with the top 1% GTM executives, VCs, and founders. Conversations reveal the unshared details behind how they have grown companies, and the go-to-market strategies responsible for shaping that growth.Visit...2019-06-1147 min
Chancebending with Ben SmithShort-term mentors are underrated"We rarely talk about short-term mentors. These mentors work with us for a short amount of time, so people often disregard them as mentors even though they can have a lasting impact." --Shireen JafferIf you are on the fence about doing something positive, about helping, about taking a chance, I’d love to remind you that as humans, we have all of this power, to help moment by moment. You have this very moment to do produce something and to help.For show notes, to ask a question, and to hang wi...2018-06-2100 min