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In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring Podcast, I am joined by Carla Santamaria, a formerly undocumented Honduran immigrant who more than doubled her salary in 10 months by job hopping from higher ed to healthcare to tech. We discuss the challenges and strategies for transitioning careers, the importance of networking, mindset shifts, and the intricacies of navigating new professional environments. Carla also shares her personal journey, offering invaluable advice on overcoming limiting beliefs, negotiating salaries, and effectively leveraging your skills and experience.
If you liked this episode, check out our previous episodes 298 and 286 on strategies for exploring career options and how to plan for a career outside of academia.
Get your free copy of my Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit here.
Support our free resources with a one-time or monthly donation.
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
This podcast is a proud member of the Atabey & Co. Network.
You can connect with Carla at the following links:
https://www.instagram.com/carlathefirstgencoach/
https://thefirstgencoach.com/welcome
https://open.spotify.com/show/4GGt0OWVX4khogRJaSNaRG?si=e39b0b28cfbc4a50
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
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By A podcast on thriving in graduate school for first-generation BIPOC students, offering insights on academic success, career development, mental health, and navigating diversity and inclusion in higher education.5
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In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring Podcast, I am joined by Carla Santamaria, a formerly undocumented Honduran immigrant who more than doubled her salary in 10 months by job hopping from higher ed to healthcare to tech. We discuss the challenges and strategies for transitioning careers, the importance of networking, mindset shifts, and the intricacies of navigating new professional environments. Carla also shares her personal journey, offering invaluable advice on overcoming limiting beliefs, negotiating salaries, and effectively leveraging your skills and experience.
If you liked this episode, check out our previous episodes 298 and 286 on strategies for exploring career options and how to plan for a career outside of academia.
Get your free copy of my Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit here.
Support our free resources with a one-time or monthly donation.
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
This podcast is a proud member of the Atabey & Co. Network.
You can connect with Carla at the following links:
https://www.instagram.com/carlathefirstgencoach/
https://thefirstgencoach.com/welcome
https://open.spotify.com/show/4GGt0OWVX4khogRJaSNaRG?si=e39b0b28cfbc4a50
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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