The Gen She Podcast

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...

Maggie Zheng, Head of Fundraising at Wefunder (YC’13), joins The Gen She Podcast to discuss her career transition from med school to the startup space, how she balances a successful career and committed relationship, and her seasoned advice on how to navigate college and your 20’s. Maggie has assumed a variety of roles including product, marketing, ops, strategy, chief of staff, and angel investor...

Aprilynne Alter dealt with two major failures in her life - one was when she quit as a financial analyst on Wall Street and the other was when she quit her rapidly-growing NFT YouTube channel. In this episode, Aprilynne shares the story behind these failures and how they redirected her towards a fulfilling life. We also dive into Aprilynne’s pro tips for aspiring YouTubers, the necessity of existe...

Delia Lazarescu, ex-Google engineer and content creator with 250K+ followers, shares her journey from a CS and business double degree to landing her first job at Google. Delia's story emphasizes the importance of aiming for a big tech job, even when you don’t want it, and reinforces the necessity of hard work and sacrifices early on to set you up for success later in your career. Delia also gives...

Feeling lost after rejecting her full time post-grad offer at the Big Four with nothing else lined up, Crystal Tan eventually found her way as a product analyst at TikTok and successful content creator with a total following of 267K+. In this episode, Crystal walks us through that journey and shares the truth behind how she learned to stop comparing herself to others and found success by intention...

Grace Ling has paved her own thriving career in UX Design despite coming from a bioengineering background. Through embracing the discomfort of putting herself out there, Grace has built Design Buddies, a global community of 60K+ designers, and created 5 income streams to achieve financial freedom and fund her global travels. In this episode, Grace shares valuable insights for aspiring designers, h...