The Gen She Podcast

Lillie returns to The Gen She Podcast with exciting updates from her startup and love life. The first time she joined us, Lillie found herself on two parallel quests: finding a co-founder for her startup and searching for a romantic partner. At the time, neither had fallen into place. Now, she’s back to share how she turned things around and the lessons she’s learned about how to build alignment i...

In this video, we dive into the five essential secrets that separate the top 1% from the rest. From mastering key skills like copywriting to building valuable relationships, discover the mindset and strategies that can unlock financial success, career freedom, and life autonomy. Whether you're aiming for entrepreneurship or a top-tier role, these secrets will set you apart!

In this very real and raw episode, Natalia, a female tech founder navigating a major life pivot, flips the script and interviews host Avni to uncover her wisdom for leveling up in the new year. Together, they dive into how to avoid the trap of complacency while finding purpose, fulfillment, and direction when everything feels uncertain in your career. Through her journey, Avni unveils frameworks l...

Anam and Eve, co-founders of Alinea, join The Gen She Podcast to share how they are simplifying investing for Gen Z women and transforming the way we think about wealth building. They dive into the challenges they faced breaking into the tech industry as young female founders, the power of perseverance, and the personal stories that fueled their passion for financial education. In this episode, An...

Kathryn Cross, founder of Anja Health (YC’22), joins the Gen She Podcast to discuss cord blood banking, egg freezing, birth control, dating as a founder, and perks that women should have in the workplace. Kathryn has cultivated a thriving community on TikTok of 160K+ mothers and expectant-mothers, where she raises awareness about the importance of cord blood banking and other pregnancy-related iss...

Dulma Altan, TikTok creator (@iamdulma) and business podcaster, joins the Gen She Podcast to share her personal journey and insights on creating content from a place of authenticity, rather than chasing viral fame. Dulma dives into the importance of finding fulfillment in creating content that serves a unique purpose, the power of consistency and commitment, and the need to lean into discomfort fo...

Julia O'Mara joins The Gen She Podcast to share how she co-founded Pickle, the peer-to-peer fashion rental app transforming the industry. In less than a year, Pickle brought over 50,000 items into circulation and powered lucrative side hustles—some users even made enough to cover their rent, with top earners hitting five figures. Julia opens up about her journey from quitting product management at...

I sat down to do another no BS Q&A with the Gen She community and finally answered all your career crises! YES, I know I promised a part 2 an entire year ago, and I’m sorry it’s taken so long. But I wanted to make sure it was truly helpful for all of you. In this video, I tackle your most pressing career questions, focusing on the essential yet unglamorous work needed to succeed. We discuss th...

Emma Bates joins The Gen She Podcast to share her journey from growing her personal blog to 100K readers at 19, leading global marketing at Away, to founding Diem, the first AI-powered community search engine for women. Emma’s story is all about the power of community—whether it’s building an audience, leading brand partnerships, or launching her own startup. She opens up about growing up in the U...

This year I made a significant amount of money, more than I’ve ever seen in my entire life. But here’s the kicker…I was already living the exact lifestyle (from travel to social) as I do now, even when I had literally no money. How? Simply by incorporating these 18 habits in my life… P.S. Most of these habits are inspired by my ‘20 Ridiculous Habits I Stole from Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs’ serie...

Sam Coxe joins The Gen She Podcast to share her journey from quitting big law to landing a deal on Shark Tank for her innovative product, Flaus—the world's first electric flosser. She candidly discusses her transition from a stable corporate career to entrepreneurship, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact. Sam reflects on the glamorization of entrepreneurship, the realities of fundraisin...

In this episode, we dive into the journey of Rachel Liverman, the founder of Glowbar, a brand that has revolutionized facials with its 30-minute, customized treatments now available in 17+ studios from DC to Boston. Rachel shares how her entrepreneurial path began at Beautyblender, where she invested her time and resources into developing Glowbar’s business plan. After six months, a consumer surve...

In this video, I reveal the game-changing strategy that helped me land highly competitive roles, including a software engineering internship at LinkedIn with no prior coding experience. Learn why traditional interview prep isn't enough and discover the power of daily mock interviews with peers. I'll show you how to find practice partners, create realistic interview simulations, and develop the con...

Madi joins us to share her journey from growing up as an Indian American in Missouri to becoming a rising star. She discusses the challenges she faced, the power of confidence, and the importance of mindset in shaping reality. Madi dives into delegation, self-care, and the value of meaningful relationships while also addressing the impact of internalized misogyny on women’s success and friendships...

In this video, I reveal the game-changing strategy that helped me land highly competitive roles, including a software engineering internship at LinkedIn with no prior coding experience. Learn why traditional interview prep isn't enough and discover the power of daily mock interviews with peers. I'll show you how to find practice partners, create realistic interview simulations, and develop the con...

Nadya Okamoto joins The Gen She Podcast to share how she built the wildly successful lifestyle brand, August, while passionately fighting to end period stigma. With over 4M followers on TikTok, she shares how she focuses on creating an authentic, community-driven brand rather than just being the "cool girl." Nadya discusses the crucial role of her male co-founder in their mission and the importanc...

Ever feel like you're shouting into the void with job applications? You're not alone. In this video, I'm spilling some tea about what's really going on with these million job boards. Drawing from my time in big tech and convos with founder friends, I'm breaking down why that dream job might be more of a shot in the dark than you think. We're discussing: - Why companies post jobs they might not eve...

In this video, we're busting the myth that your twenties are the best years of your life. Spoiler: if they're always fun, you're doing it wrong! We’ll talk about the real struggles and challenges that make this decade tough but necessary for long-term success. We'll cover why it's crucial to hustle, discover yourself, and build a strong foundation now so you can enjoy stability, wealth, and happin...

Networking doesn't have to be cringe or sleazy, and I'm here to show you how. I've been networking since I was 14, starting back in high school, and it's become a core life skill for me. Whether you're looking to get a job, advance in your career, find investors, or attract customers, effective networking is crucial. In this video, I'll share my unique approach to networking and how you can build...

In this video, I'll let you guys in on one of the biggest secrets of my life... The secret is cold messages! This may seem like a small thing, but this has gotten me 4 internships, 1 full-time job, the first investor for my business, and A LOT MORE! ————————— Follow Avni Beacons: ⁠https://beacons.ai/avni_barman⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avnibarman_ Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@avni...

In this video, I share how I used a simple strategy, which I call the "Lazy Girl Strategy," to get a $40K raise and a 30% salary increase. I'll walk you through the steps I took, what I did differently, and how you can apply this easy method to bump your own salary. If you're looking for a straightforward way to make more money, this video is for you! Proof that I am not lying :p - https://www.bus...

I'm sharing my personal journey of leaving my $300,000/year big tech job to build my own company. It was one of the most challenging and rewarding decisions I've ever made, and I want to take you through every step of the process. ————————— Follow Avni Beacons: ⁠https://beacons.ai/avni_barman⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avnibarman_ Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@avnibarman_⁠ LinkedIn:...

In this solo episode, I share the true story of how I left my 9-to-5 job and saved $100,000 before turning 25. I'll take you through each step of my journey, from the day I decided to quit my job to the moment I hit that big financial milestone. Whether you're considering a major career change or simply curious about different ways to save money, this is for you! I've laid out the exact roadmap I...

Mady Dewey, Head of Product Marketing at Try Your Best, joins The Gen She Podcast to share her career beginnings at Google, building and abruptly shutting down a social app that grew to 60,000 users, being at Discord as a PMM, achieving her dream of becoming a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, and rapidly growing a community of 87K on TikTok. Mady discusses the realities of entrepreneurship, the...

Avni kicks off her solo series, “It’s Not That Deep", with a no BS Q&A featuring the Gen She community. Join us as we explore how to navigate life’s uncertainties, the importance of financial security, the value of personal satisfaction over societal validation, and the benefits of taking risks in pursuing alternative paths. If you're looking for inspiration and guidance on choosing the right...