Twenty Something

Happy Thursday! Today's episode is a complete walk-through of my current supplement routine. I take 6 vitamins and supplements daily for optimal health (energy, recovery post-workout, gut health), beauty (glowing skin & hair) and a clear mind.  Products mentioned Orange Naturals Ashwagandha  OLLY Probiotic Gummies Organika Magnesium Threonate Inulin Powder (prebiotic) Plant-based protein...

Welcome back to Twenty Something! Today's episode is a conversation with Farhan Janmohammed, an analyst at Avanade (joint-venture between Microsoft and Accenture) hired after graduating business school at age 22. Farhan sheds light on the tech consulting industry, the recruitment process and how much previous knowledge of tech is truly required to work at firms like Avanade, Accenture and oth...

I condensed everything I've learned about podcasting in the past ~4 months into a single episode, including how to set up an RSS feed, choose a podcast distribution platform, create a name & logo and decide on the best topic to podcast about.  Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2twenty.something Connect with me on Instagram: @dimitrovelena Follow me on Twitter: @dimitrovelenaa Enjoy!

One of the most requested guests from early episodes of Twenty Something, Sahar Talebi ( @saltandseaaa ) is back! I interrogate Sahar, a perpetual free spirit, for 45 mins. about her dating life - whether dating apps work, the nuances between Hinge & Tinder, her worst hinge date, how to build romantic tension in a relationship and make a man chase you. An extra little surprise: We talk Andrew...

Sitting down to record a little solo ep today - we're talking dream life, exes, career, my biggest faults & so much more. Trend inspired by Kenzie Elizabeth! If you like episodes like this, you can help Twenty Something by leaving a rating & review on Apple podcasts Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2twenty.something Connect with me on Instagram: @dimitrovelena Follow me on Twitter: @...

Finishing university is the start of your life, not the end. Neetu Bains ( @neetukbains and @thehappyplace.jpg ) is back on the pod! Today's episode discusses how to thrive post-grad and breaks down the common fears people face in their 20s - pressure to find your life's passion, become a millionaire by 30 and have your life 'figured out' immediately. Neetu's ' stop a...

Books included in this episode (in order): Atomic Habits  The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck  The 4-Hour Work Week The E-myth Revisited  Reminiscences of a Stock Operator  Wine: A No Snob Guide  How to Win Friends & Influence People  Never Eat Alone Why Men Love Bitches Think and Grow Rich  Rich Dad Poor Dad The Richest Man in Babylon The 48 Laws of Power  The Power of Now  The Secret   The U...

Gm to everyone jumping off the cliff On a mission to make baseball caps sexy. Support the show by shopping The Upper Echelon here .  Links to socials  Instagram: @dimitrovelena   Twitter: @dimitrovelenaa   Youtube: @twenty.something   Twenty Something is a podcast on croissants, cappuccinos and corporate life. Documenting pre-retirement, and proving — once and for all — that brunettes have more fu...

In this episode, Slovakian model Mia Gasko ( @miagasko ) and I sit down to discuss the differences in lifestyle between Europe and North America - two completely different cultures. Both having grown up spending time in eastern Europe, now living in Canada, we have one foot in two doors. Juicy girl talk topics as usual: Style, men, diet culture, social life & dating, professional opportunities...

This week on Twenty Something, I’m joined by Thomas Paterson and Julian Mejia ( @mejiajulian9 ) for an all-encompassing conversation about fitness and bodybuilding. We talk about the biggest mistakes made by beginners in building muscle, the importance of diet & protein as a core macronutrient, whether you should track your calories, how to overcome a plateau, vitamins & supplements, mind-...

Once you sign the job, you have to actually do the job. In episode 10, we talk about how to succeed in your summer internship. While I focus on consulting internships,  these tips can be applied to any level of job in a professional services firm (law, investment banking) or other corporate role.  We talk about how to prepare for an internship, make a good first impression, appear more organized a...

ASMR mykonos café recording As you travel solo, being completely responsible for yourself, it is inevitable that you will discover just how capable you are. A 10-minute rant that covers all the reasons your twenties are the best time to travel alone. This episode aims to convince you of two things: (1) Travel in your twenties, as much as possible, and (2) do it alone. I’ve been going on solo trips...

Phone on DND, vibrator charged, dark chocolate + wine in hand.. Welcome back to Twenty Something! In this episode, Neetu ( @neetukbains ) and I have a candid conversation about physical and mental self care. Topics include: Skincare (how your diet affects your skin & foods that break you out), morning routines, making time for fitness, beauty sleep and our comfort foods. We talk about the pill...

In today's solo episode, I'll share the tips I've learned that will help you set and achieve your goals consistently. We'll talk about the difference between goals & systems and why you need both; why New Year's resolutions fail; the importance of setting specific, quantifiable goals and writing them down.  As a bonus, I share my personal goals for 2022: My health goal...

Behind every business, artist and empire is a strong brand. Derick and Danny Mensah, commonly known as Late90s ( @late90sofficial ), is a Canadian-based music, fashion and entertainment collective. The brothers began making music at a young age, releasing their first single in 2017. Late90s has since evolved into an all-around entertainment brand. This episode is a wide-ranging discussion about br...

The other side of fear is better than your current reality. Here to share the tips, tricks & mental shifts that helped me recover from 89 lbs. to 125 lbs. - healthier and happier than ever. Because there's more life to live after an eating disorder.  *Trigger warning:  Episode includes discussion of anorexia, restrictive eating and other disordered eating patterns. Follow the podcast on I...

Looking for a career after university? Today's episode of Twenty Something is all about the tangible tips for landing a full-time job with your degree. I share my experience recruiting for management consulting firms (Roland Berger, Bain & more). We discuss what networking is and how to use it to your advantage, cover letters, how to perform well in an interview and the importance of nego...

Welcome back to episode 3! Today, I'm joined by my beautiful friend Sahara @tale.sahara for a candid girl talk and a couple of cocktails. We discuss all things sex and relationships - why sex is a part of life, why women are afraid to talk about it, the power of asking for what you want, our favourite sex positions and more.  In addition, we talk about the beauty of being single and how indep...

In episode 2 of Twenty Something, we dive into all of the reasons why you should invest heavily in your twenties. Starting at a young age is one of the single core determinants of wealth accumulation over time. We talk about what asset classes you can consider holding in your portfolio - including individual stocks, index funds, real estate, crypto, domain names, start ups and wine (yes, wine). Re...

"If you can control the first 30 mins. and the last 30 mins. of your day, you increase the chance that you have control over what happens in the middle" - Ed Mylett   Links to socials Instagram: @2twenty.something Personal: @dimitrovelena Twitter: @dimitrovelenaa LinkedIn: Elena Dimitrova Kisses,  Elena