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On today’s episode, Pooja Kothari, Esq. dives into the tricky subject of how to identify and respond to micro aggressions and unconscious biases. Pooja spent 7 years as a public defender at the Legal Aid Society, Criminal Defense Practice in Brooklyn trying numerous felony and misdemeanor cases. She is the founder of Boundless Awareness, LLC—a consulting firm that develops customized unconscious bias training for law firms, nonprofits, and universities. Pooja values compassion and nonjudgement, creating experiential, interactive workshops that engage clients in safe, fun, and fulfilling anti-bias education.
On the show, we cover what micro aggressions and unconscious biases are. Pooja discusses the impacts of micro aggressions on marginalized students and professionals and shares tips for how to respond to them in the moment. She also reminds us of the importance of checking our own privileges as a way to uncover biases we may hold. To learn more, check out the companion resource list she’s shared with us linked here.
You can connect with Pooja on her website
boundlessawareness.com, via email [email protected], on Instagram (@boundlessawarenessllc) and on LinkedIn
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This episode is for grad school applicants who have been asked to write your own letter of recommendation. This situation sometimes comes up when a student asks a professor for a recommendation letter and the professor may be too busy or prefers to save time by asking you to write the first draft for them. Strategies to write these letters include reaching out to mentors for strong letter templates, structuring the letter to include academic achievements, addressing weaknesses in the application, highlighting leadership experiences, discussing future goals, and highlighting meaningful personal experiences. While this may be an uncomfortable scenario to find yourself in, trust that it’s not uncommon and doesn’t necessarily mean the professor will submit a weak letter.
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
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Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*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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In this collaborative podcast episode, I share a recording of a recent LinkedIn live I was part of where Pooja Kothari, founder of Boundless Awareness, interviewed me on the topic of everyday equity. I share my personal experiences and strategies related to increasing equity in my work and personal life. We also both stress the necessity of self-education in the journey of anti-oppression and the importance of believing and respecting others' experiences.
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Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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In this episode, I dive deeper into the process of my speaking services meant for first-gen BIPOC students and professionals. I shed light on my professional experience and speaking style, emphasizing how I deliver holistic, tailored, and engaging services. Additionally, I also discuss my flexibility with budgets to ensure my clients get the most value out of their allotted speaker funding. Send this episode to anyone you know looking to hire a first-gen BIPOC, grad school admissions, or productivity speaker!
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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On today’s episode, Jasmine Marie Mageno “JT” Torres shares her insights on how to decolonize femtorship. JT brings 15 years of student support service experience and most recently 8 years of work in the TRIO community. Jasmine has completed her doctoral coursework and is preparing for a study to better understand the identity development of indigenous CHamoru students attending college. JT received her Master of Science in Education and has since been consulting with programs and professionals to bring a decolonized lens to their leadership and work.
On the show, JT defines femtorship and decolonization and how they tie in to limiting inclusion and advancement, especially for BIPOC women. She shares insights on how to be a better femtor and femtee. JT also addresses how to support indigenous students, first-gen students, and students from other diverse cultures. You can connect with JT via Instagram (@streetwisedoctora).
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Sign up for my group coaching program to start working on your personal growth and gain sustainable productivity skills.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
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Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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In this episode, I discuss the importance of having an online presence for professional success. I share advice for students on creating a LinkedIn account to help you with networking, finding alumni of grad programs you’re interested in, and finding relevant job opportunities. While you can network across many social media platforms, I’m especially fond of LinkedIn due to its search features that allows you to find people based on their work experience and education. The main takeaway is to remind you to keep expanding your network and community for more opportunities to come your way that will lead to your personal and professional success.
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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In this episode, I share the eight career moves I’m implementing this year for personal and professional growth and to flourish this year. These steps involve undertaking a coaching certification program, publishing more blog articles and podcast episodes, networking, becoming a part of speaker's bureau, continuing with therapy and a business coach, and setting strict boundaries. Amid the career advancements, I also stress the need for self-care practices, family time, and maintaining a work-life balance.
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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In this episode, I share my secret weapon for improving focus and productivity — brown noise. I explain how brown noise helps with focusing on tasks one may not be interested in doing. I also mention how this might be a useful sound cue to use for those of us that want to quiet our minds or block out external noises.
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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In today’s episode, Briana Muñoz Flores shares her insights on managing toxic work environments.
Briana is a 4th generation Latina born and raised in Central California. She has a bachelor’s in Ethnomusicology and Afro-American Studies from UCLA and a Masters in Higher Education from USC. She's worked in family businesses since she was young and spent most of her professional career working in universities. When not helping graduate students succeed, she likes to listen to audiobooks while walking her rescue dog, Niles, singing along to musicals and binge-watching K-dramas.
On the show, Briana identifies common signs of a toxic work environment, which include not trusting your intuition/gut feeling that something is wrong, things feeling unethical, and being used as a scapegoat. She also addresses the added challenges for Latinas and people of color in predominantly white work environments. And she dives into sharing strategies for managing toxic environments, including setting boundaries, having a support network, and creating an exit strategy. Listen to this episode if you can relate or want to do your part to not create or replicate toxic work environments.
You can connect with Briana on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianamf/) and via email at [email protected].
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Sign up for my group coaching program to start working on your personal growth and gain sustainable productivity skills.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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In this episode of the Grad School Femtoring podcast, I talk about the importance of having an effective workflow instead of a new tool for improved productivity.
I also share an example of my personal workflow which is a mix of using an online calendar and tasks management system in a way that honors my shifting energy levels.
I stress the importance of not overcomplicating tasks, finding a balance in calendaring and task management frameworks, and focusing on the underlying problem, not merely the symptoms.
Sign up for my group coaching program to start working on your personal growth and gain sustainable productivity skills. Enrollment is open and closes January 17, 2024!
Preorder my forthcoming book by going to isgradschoolforme.com.
Book me to speak at your upcoming professional development event.
Follow me on your favorite social media platforms: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter
Get my free 15-page Grad School Femtoring Resource Kit, which includes essential information to prepare for and navigate grad school
Click the links to support the show with a one-time donation or monthly donation.
And to learn more about our sponsorship packages, email us at [email protected].
To download episode transcripts and access more resources, go to my website: https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/podcast/
*The Grad School Femtoring Podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for therapy or other professional services.*
Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gradschoolfemtoring/message
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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