Public Health SPOTlight Podcast

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! Imagine catapulting your career to new heights by harnessing the transformative power of personal branding. That’s exactly what we're unpacking today with leadership coach Richa Bansal, whose insights into professional presence are nothing short of game-changing. Our conversation delves into the nuances of how you're perceived and the pivo...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! Embark on a transformative journey with Tasha Whitaker, a seasoned Community Health Worker whose heart beats for public health education and advocacy. From her initial dreams of trauma nursing to becoming a beacon of hope and change within her community, Tasha's story is a testament to the power of passion and persistence. Uncover the nuan...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani discusses the launch of the Public Health Career Club, a membership-based community dedicated to empowering public health professionals.  The Career Club, which opened its doors in October 2022, has quickly become a hub for professionals seeking personalized support, job opportunities, networking, and guidance on th...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani breaks down the different places you can look for public health jobs. She breaks down the following four categories with specific places (20 in total) to look for opportunities: Generic Job Search Engines Public Health Job Boards Straight to the Source Hidden Job Market Happy job searching! BONUS: Before the episode...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and noticed something new?  That's what happened to Sujani when she revisited the Gallup Clifton Strengths Finder Test 10 years later.  Years of nurturing a public health career have surprisingly added strategic thinking to my skill set, alongside my core abilities in execution and r...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of public health, Sujani reflects on the past year's growth and anticipates the exciting new horizons that await in 2024. This episode is a celebration of the milestones achieved and a teaser of the novel ventures on the horizon for PH SPOT. It's a narrative that intertwines personal growth with profe...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani shares 5 reminders for anyone applying for jobs, especially during this period of economic uncertainty. What You’ll Learn from this Episode: The five reminders when applying to jobs: Network. Start today. Having a community around you on this journey will be key. Keep an eye on industry trends. Be informed on change...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Dr. Peter Singer, the Former Special Advisor to the Director General of the WHO and cofounder of Grand Challenges & UofT Joint Centre for Bioethics. They walk through Peter’s careers as a professor, cofounder of various organizations, and work in the WHO, using your lived experiences to find probl...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with McKenzie Schrank to discuss how her experience with leishmaniasis influenced her path, incorporating personal interests into public health and vice versa, and using every little experience to shape your journey.  You’ll Learn How McKenzie first discovered the field of public health McKenzie’s experien...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Darla Bishop to talk money in relation to public health. They discuss how Darla’s relationship with money contributed to her education and career path, reshaping perspectives and tools to help manage personal finances, and how a public health degree can expand your financial opportunities.  You’ll Lea...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Dr. Asad Naveed to talk about his work with the Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone, using social media as a platform for health education and mentorship, and providing guidance for those getting started in public health research. You’ll Learn Asad’s on the ground work with management and prevention of Ebo...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Quisha Umemba, the CEO of Umemba Health. They discuss what Umemba Health is and its mission to improve the public health workforce, Quisha’s experience with consulting work and creating her own company, and talk tips on entrepreneurship and taking the first step to create your own business. You’ll Lea...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Dr. Jan Carney, the Associate Dean for Public Health and Health Policy and Professor of Medicine at the University of Vermont. They discuss Jan’s reflections of the relationship between public health and healthcare, her work in pulling together UVM’s graduate public health program, and ways we can wor...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Sue Griffey of SueMentors. They go on a journey through the four acts of Sue’s life and discuss her relationship with public health, mentorship, and ways in which you can take control of your career. You’ll Learn How Sue’s nursing career and global work led to her public health career Sue’s experience...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Dr. Terry-Ann Lynch who is the current Stakeholder and Patient Advocacy Lead at Sanofi Pharmaceutical. They discuss the role that public health professionals play in the pharmaceutical industry, skills needed to break into the industry, and how the impact of the work compares with more traditional pub...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with public health physician Dr. Arunah Chandran. They discuss Arunah’s clinical work and how she became interested in the field of public health, her work at the Ministry of Health of Malaysia and experience moving to France to work with the IARC, and share job application tips for those interested in wor...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Jennifer Monti, a physician and healthcare innovator. They talk about how Jennifer first became interested in public health and health tech, the benefits that public health professionals bring to startups, and how to use your expertise to break into other sectors. You’ll Learn How Jennifer discovered...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Leah Roman, an expert in instructional design and owner and principal consultant at Roman Public Health Consulting LLC. They discuss where in the process an instructional designer may fit into, common issues seen when implementing training, and what foundational things are key to facilitate learning a...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Shantanu Mishra, a biomolecular engineer and a current MSc Public Health for Development candidate. They discuss Shantanu’s work in public health after completing his engineering degree, his current experience as a Chevening Scholar at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical, and advice for gaining...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Dr. Firdosi Mehta, an adjunct professor at York University. They discuss his previous work at the WHO, the eradication of smallpox and polio, and his current work with mentoring and educating students and young professionals along their public health journeys. You’ll Learn What motivated Dr. Mehta to...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Lynniece Warren, the Executive Director of Risk Management at California State University, San Bernardino. They discuss Lynniece’s career journey, what environmental health and safety is, and tips on finding your niche in public health. You’ll Learn How Lynniece discovered public and environmental hea...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Andrea Mantsios, the Founder and Principal Consultant of Public Health Innovation and Action. They discuss Andrea’s career journey, how to navigate through jobs and experiences in your career, and how social justice and focusing on the human voice has been central through Andrea’s life. You’ll Learn H...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Reena Anthonyraj, a public health professional coming from a background in dentistry. They discuss Reena’s transition from dentistry to public health, how to tell if an MPH is right for you, and how you can work to better public health without necessarily having a dedicated degree. You’ll Learn How Re...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani sits down with Bernard Toney Jr., a former White House Medical Officer and US Army Veteran. They talk about Bernard’s time in the military and the White House and what led him to pursuing a career in population health. You’ll Learn How an event in Bernard’s early years led to an interest in medical sciences and how...

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text! In this episode, Sujani shares a bit about how much she’s invested in herself, followed by a conversation with Marissa about why she built the 5-week course “Not Your Average Productivity Course”.   Enrolment closes August 3, 2023 Thank you to McKool Coaching for sponsoring this episode. Marissa McKool helps women in public health stop ove...