Women Career & Life

Have you ever wondered how to make a career pivot from your corporate job to pursue your passion.  In this podcast episode, Hetal Vasavada discusses her mid-career pivot from the healthcare sector to pursuing her passion for content creation and building a personal brand. She talks about her journey from being a baker and blogger to being featured in magazines like Bon Appetit and walking the red...

In this podcast episode, Vidya Krishnan shares her lifelong love of learning and how it has led her to impact a global organization of 95,000 people across 180 countries. She discusses the importance of having a growth mindset and finding the intersection of talent, opportunities, and purpose (TOP) to energize and engage us. Vidya emphasizes the value of investing in people development at work and...

In this episode, Lydia Fenet shares her insights on how to command a stage, own your voice and rhythm, and establish a personal brand. She discusses how she had a crucial conversation with her manager that helped her feel empowered, valued, and paid what she was worth, which led to her being promoted and gaining the confidence to negotiate for herself at every opportunity. Lydia also talks about t...

In this episode, Alaina Percival shares her journey from retail to tech and founding Women Who Code, a global community of 290,000 members across 180 countries. She discusses concrete steps that organizations, managers, and individuals can take to identify and eliminate unconscious bias in hiring and promotion structures. We delve into how startups and companies in early stages of growth can defin...

In this episode, Andrea Martin shares her experiences working in a male-dominated environment and how it has taught her to exercise her voice and drive change. As a coach, she helps her clients overcome common obstacles that hinder career progression by setting and achieving their goals. She also emphasizes the importance of self-care and mental health in finding the right balance for success. And...

In this episode, we reflect on the past year and explore various topics such as leadership, time management, productivity, returning to work, networking, upskilling, mentorship, building a personal board of advisors, and managing money for financial freedom.  We express our gratitude to our listeners and guests and give a glimpse behind the scenes of the podcast.  Look forward to seeing you in Aug...

 IT engineer and world traveller Bina Shah shares her personal story and practical advice on important financial and career topics. From what to do with your first paycheck to how to start investing and work with a financial advisor, Bina's conversational style makes it easy to follow a simple financial path. She also provides insights on how to enjoy life while still investing in your financ...

In this episode, Maria Litzinger, a financial advisor, discusses the importance of investing in the four pillars of retirement for a successful and fulfilling retirement. In particular, she focuses on the second two pillars - Family and Purpose - as crucial cornerstones of emotional fulfillment in retirement. By exploring these pillars, Litzinger helps listeners gain clarity on when to retire, whe...

 In this episode, financial advisor Maria Litzinger discusses the first two pillars of retirement, which are Finance and Health. These pillars are essential for a comfortable and enjoyable retirement. She provides tips on how to plan and invest for retirement, as well as how to maintain good health in your retirement years. Join us for an insightful discussion that will help you prepare for a succ...

In this episode (Ep 20B), we continue our conversation with Angel & Stephen W. Thomas about retirement planning. Are you planning to retire soon? Have you planned out all the details? It's important to have your financial house in order, including insurance coverage, a will, and a retirement plan. We discuss the importance of insurance coverage to protect against unforeseen events such as...

In this episode (Ep 20A), we talk to Angel & Stephen W. Thomas, a couple who have been together since college and have navigated their financial journey together. They share their experiences of how they funded college, dabbled in entrepreneurship, and their philosophy on saving, investing, retirement, rental properties, and even "renting" real estate for travel. Angel & Stephen...

In this episode (Ep 18B), we continue our conversation with Alice Finn, author of "Smart Women Love Money." Alice is on a mission to enable and empower women to learn more about investments and their financial journey. In Part 2, Alice shares valuable insights on how to pick a financial advisor, including questions to ask and qualities to look for. She also offers advice on the best ways...

In this episode (Ep 18A), we speak with Alice Finn, author of "Smart Women Love Money," a wealth manager, and financial advisor who is on a mission to enable and empower women to learn more about investments and their financial journey. In Part 1, Alice shares valuable insights into the psychology of money and the importance of reframing the discussion of women as investors. She also off...

In this episode, we speak with siblings Sravana and Sai Kancharla about building a solid financial future and enabling career success as you enter the workforce. We discuss the importance of investing early and often, and how to navigate the workplace as a young professional, including tips on negotiating salary and benefits and building a strong network. Sravana and Sai also share their perspecti...

In this episode (Episode 16A) of Let's Talk About Money, we speak with siblings Sravana and Sai Kancharla about the first financial steps that immigrants and college students should take when coming to the US to study. Sravana and Sai share their experiences and insights on budgeting, managing credit cards, building credit history, and preparing to buy your first house. They also discuss the...

In this bite-sized finale episode of Season 2, we focus on quick tips for building career success through mentorship and building a personal board of advisors. Join us for a brief discussion on the benefits of mentorship and the key elements of a successful mentor-mentee relationship. We also discuss the importance of building a personal board of advisors and how it can help you navigate your care...

Join the conversation with guest host Usha Nadiveedhi as we explore the benefits of building a diverse Personal Board of Advisors to guide us through life's journey. In this episode, we share practical tips and ideas on how to create your own personal board, the different types of advisors you might need, and how to find and approach them. We also play a fun movie quiz game at the end of the...

In this episode, Nirisha Garimella (mentor) and Tien Le (mentee) discuss their mentorship journey and share insights on how to build a close and symbiotic relationship with your mentor or mentee. Nirisha is an educator who has transitioned from academia to corporate tech, while Tien is an engineer who loves solving problems. Tune in to learn how to cultivate a strong mentor-mentee relationship, th...

 In this episode, Bertha Haro discusses the growing need for mentors in K-12 education and for women pursuing STEM fields in college and beyond. She shares her experience in leadership roles in workforce initiatives and academic programs that help launch successful careers.  With January being National Mentoring Month, Bertha and her organization, Great Minds in STEM, work with MentorNet to inspir...

My guest host Usha and I  talk about the topic of mentorship in the second season's first episode. We discuss our personal experiences with mentors, how to find and get the most out of the relationship with mentors, and strategies to give back to a mentor.  Usha talks about how her formal mentor in her first company helped her to adjust to a new country, team, and group, and gave her valuable...

#10: Season Finale - Bite sized nugget on how to successfully return to work after a break along with tips on time management and productivity, listen to this episode. To learn the ins & outs of career transition, get deeper insight into career development and leadership, listen to other Season 1 podcast episodes. Come, let's #paintlifetogether! Look forward to connecting with you next se...

In this episode, we have a special guest, Laura Vanderkam, who is a time management and productivity author, speaker, and TED talk presenter. Her TED talk titled "How to gain control of your time?" has garnered over 12 million views. During the podcast, Laura shares insights on how to shift our thinking about work-life balance and use it to drive our career development. She also shares h...

In this episode, Carol Fishman Cohen shares her personal experience of taking an 11-year career break to focus on raising her children and the challenges she faced when trying to re-enter the workforce. She provides a roadmap for individuals who are looking to relaunch their careers after a break, which includes identifying strengths and skills, building a professional network, and creating a targ...

#7: Ms. Santha Sheela Nair, retired IAS Officer from India discusses the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), her Leadership journey, the nuances of working for the Government and driving Social Change through Public Service that Impacts Millions of Lives. She also shares her passion for Water resource management, Rain harvesting, Zero waste, and Alternative foods. Tune in to the podcaast to hear...

[00:50] Tami Forman's Background: Tami Forman, Chief Executive of Path Forward and Contributor to Forbes Women, shares her personal and professional background and how she became involved in helping people return to work after a career break. [02:56] Support for Returnees: Tami discusses the importance of having support when returning to work after a break, whether it be from family, friends,...