Career Thoughts Over Coffee

Today we talk with with Heather, an executive and leadership development coach, facilitator, and community builder in Tokyo’s startup ecosystem. Heather’s career started with psychology and English literature, then moved through teaching in Korea, educational leadership in Japan, program leadership at an IT bootcamp, and eventually coaching leaders, founders, and people navigating major transition...

In this episode of Career Thoughts Over Coffee, I speak with Brandon about building a career that does not fit into one simple box. Brandon is a New York-qualified lawyer based in Japan, a coach, and a university lecturer. His journey has taken him from the US to Singapore, Kyoto, law school, international legal practice, teaching, and coaching. But what makes his story especially interesting is n...

In this episode of Career Thoughts Over Coffee, I sit down with Matthew to talk about a career path that was anything but straightforward. From philosophy and heavy metal to Japan, data, disaster response, real estate, and problem-solving, Matthew’s story shows how unexpected experiences can shape the way we work, think, and create value. This conversation is about turning chaos into direction, le...

In this episode of Career Thoughts Over Coffee, I sit down with Monika to talk about identity, career change, burnout, and what it means to build a path that actually feels true to who you are. From moving to Japan at a young age and trying to fit in, to leaving a job without a clear Plan B and eventually discovering that being different can become a real professional strength, Monika’s story is h...

In this solo episode of Career Thoughts Over Coffee , I reflect on burnout, overthinking, and the quiet pressure of trying to build a career and life that actually feels meaningful. This is an honest conversation about hitting a wall, questioning direction, and trying to reconnect with the things that once gave work and creativity a sense of purpose.

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Sherif is back and today we discuss Stoicism and how it can help us career wise and also in our personal life. Gear that I use: Cameras I use for the Podcast: • Canon EOS R6 (Kit) https://amzn.to/30xxXOy • DJI OMSO Pocket 3 https://amzn.to/2OZQZrh Lenses I use to Capture the thumbnails: • Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM https://amzn.to/4dE9WsF • Samyang 85mm f1.4 RF mount https://amzn.to/3lhoGncMics that I...

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Today's episode features Dr. Andrew, a chemist and YouTuber with a channel boasting over 90,000 subscribers. We’ll dive into his journey—how he got started, what challenges he faced, and what we can learn from his experience if we’re looking to follow a similar path. Stay tuned! My social media Accounts: https://www.instagram.com/theesciendist/ https://www.instagram.com/frame.watcher/ Gear tha...

In today's episode, I sit down with Mahmoud, an Egyptian dentist who made a bold move from Japan to the United States to further his career. With 10 months of experience working in the States, Mahmoud shares his journey, from the motivations behind his decision to change countries to the key differences he's observed between life and dentistry in Japan and the US. Tune in for an insightful convers...

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Getting your PhD is only one step in the career ladder you are climbing. Here are some tips that might be of use.

Article Mentioning the Clinical Trial: https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240503/p2a/00m/0sc/012000c

0:00 - 0:43 Intro 0:44 - 1:36 Disclaimer 1:37 - 5:10 The three ways of finding SciComm jobs in Japan 05:11 - 05:50 SciComm jobs Facebook page. 05:51 - 11:04 My job, how it started and SciComm 11:05 - 13:03 Final thoughts Points discussed in the video 1- Searching for A SciComm job (in Japan) a. Obstacles. b. Who are these jobs for. c. Where to straightforward SciComm jobs 2- How did I get to do sc...

Hi everyone! It's great to be back. I've missed connecting with you all, and during my break, I've been brainstorming ways to bring you more consistent episodes. I'm excited about some small tweaks that could make a big difference. I truly enjoy our chats, and I hope you enjoy listening just as much. In today's episode, I'll share what's been happening during my time aw...

This is a sad episode. I’m sorry but no science communication today. https://youtu.be/4idQbwsvtUo?si=b3rzwlvk6iX_IFV_

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Thank you for listening to the podcast! Here are the links to today's subjects. Stay positive, and always take care of your mental health, guys! https://www.reddit.com/r/PhD/comments/16s3nwm/i_felt_really_burnt_out_in_lab_today_and_my_pi/   https://www.nature.com/articles/s41578-022-00444-x#:~:text=Mental%20health%20issues%20among%20graduate,caused%20by%20their%20studies4 .  

In today's episode, we talk about hypnosis in dental treatments, a bioactive material for implants, and the story of someone who might have just quit their PhD in their 3rd semester! Cover Art from: sketchingscience @ X(Twitter), Instagram, Facebook Links Below: https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-specialties/orofacial-pain/alternative-pain-therapies/article/15379569/can-hypnosis-relieve-acute-d...