Keys to the Future

The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) world needs diversity to deliver inclusive solutions for our society’s challenges. Listen to Dr. Nehemiah Mabry’s advice on how to navigate your STEM journey. 

In her inspiring “Tip of the Iceberg” story, Kendra Williams reveals how the power of bringing her authentic self to every situation, stepping out of her comfort zone, and surrounding herself with those who will continue to challenge her to stay focused has helped her achieve her goals and encouraged her to reach for the stars.

This father-daughter duo, Dr. Charles Negus and Claire Negus, share how they applied Kobe Bryant's rules for success to their STEM career journeys, emphasizing the importance of mantras for staying motivated and focused on achieving their goals.

In her "Tip of the Iceberg” story, Gabriela Troncosa shares how perseverance through family and financial challenges helped her achieve her goal of attending college, becoming a first-generation college graduate, and continuing to reach for the stars.

Don’t lose your cool, instead increase your emotional intelligence (EI)! Listen to Dr. Elizabeth D’Addio's advice on how managing your emotions can help you build great relationships and achieve your goals.

In her “tip of the iceberg” story, Mariel Cisneros shares stories of being the first-generation for almost everything in her family, tells us how proud she is of her accomplishments so far, and how she continues to aim for the stars.

Bouncing back from a challenging experience shows what you’re made of! We should recognize that whatever difficult challenge we experience may be a blessing in disguise, allowing us to learn lessons about ourselves and what we might do differently the next time. Listen to Karina Lipsman and Stephen Guine provide their advice on how to make opportunity out of chaos.

Physicians play an important part in our communities, they promote, maintain, and restore the health of patients by diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases. Listen to Dr. Vakesh Rajani’s advice on what it takes to be a physician!

Chemists study unfamiliar substances and how they can be used in a variety of practical applications. Learn about this profession as Kerry Nguyen provides advice on how to be a successful chemist!

Environmental conservation is critical to save our planet and preserve its natural resources for future generations, and it starts with us! Sara Jose, an Environmental Educator, gives us a glimpse into her day helping the public learn about environmental issues and the need to preserve the natural resources of ecosystems for future generations through access and education.

We live in a stressful world and more psychologists are needed to help us tackle stress and to meet the ever-growing need for mental health services across all demographics. Listen to Dr. Vanessa Aguilera provide us her insights into her professional day and advice to anyone thinking of pursuing a career in psychology.

There are many ways in which a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math or STEM background would be useful in pursuing a legal career. Listen to advice on what it takes to be an attorney for a technology company from Attorney Shelley Webb, Vice President and Group General Counsel for the Personal Computer business at Intel Corporation.

Women are making great strides in technology fields. If you would like to know why, listen to Lindsey Beaubien, Ellie Damo, and Dr. Sandy Forney, some amazing women who are pushing the technology envelope in their organizations and solving tough customer problems at the ground, air, and outer space levels. 

Ever wondered who is behind those cool products or services we use? Listen to Courtney Walker, a User Experience (or UX for short) professional whose mission is to make these products and services usable, enjoyable, and accessible to everyone using them!

Pediatric neurologists are doctors who care for children’s nervous systems. Listen to Dr. Tara Johnson as she provides insights into what it takes to be a successful pediatric neurologist.

Blair Johnson, a professor of Civil Engineering, tells us about her day teaching, researching, helping students develop the skills they need to become successful engineers!

Improving lives one smile at a time is what most dentists look to achieve. Hear advice on a career in dentistry from Dr. Jerame Hafen.

Software impacts almost every aspect of our daily lives whether we like it or not! Listen to Matt Aizcorbe, a software engineer, provide a glimpse into his professional day and advice for those thinking of pursuing a career in software engineering.

Medical professionals are critical in our communities, learn about what it takes to be a successful Nurse Practicioner from Registered Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Jeanette Kight.

We live in a world where tremendous amounts of data are constantly impacting our lives. Some might even say our lives are driven by the data that surrounds us.  But who makes sense of all this vast amount of information facing us each day? Our panel of Data Scientists, Sunjit Bir and Tamara Normile, provide a glimpse into their professional day and describe the skill sets required to be a suc...

Career Strategist, Melissa Llarena , kicks off Season 2 with advice on how to set extraordinary career goals, reach your full potential, and make a difference. https://www.melissallarena.com/podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/melissallarena/ http://www.melissallarena.com/courage

This bonus episode takes a look back at season 1 highlights and emphasizes the benefits of building up a skillset to define your future! Hear advice from our guest, Bill Dircks, on the importance of applying these skills in order to have a successful career.

Keeping your head in the game with motivation! A conversation with Malini Puli providing tips on how to stay motivated for the long haul.

Ticket to making professional connections! Let's hear from Christy Predaina on the benefits of building your network.

Elevator speech - your ride to success! A conversation with Amal Dajani, Rachel Elliott, and Yichen Qian providing tips to help you develop a winning "elevator speech".