Meaningful Conversations with Stereotype Breakers

By Masha Zvereva

What's Meaningful Conversations with Stereotype Breakers about?

Discussions about career and personal growth with women breaking stereotypes in STEM and beyond. No sugar coating, no curation - just vulnerable conversations and actionable advice.

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Meaningful Conversations with Stereotype Breakers episodes:

07.06.2022
41. How to Network to Grow Your Career in Tech - Introvert Networking Tips with Nelo
Networking is this big scary thing that a lot of us (especially the introverts) dread. However, it's extremely powerful for your career and can take you to the next level. So I've asked my guest, Nelo, for her networking tips...
06.29.2022
40. Why You Need to Give Yourself the Permission to be Selfish + How to Do That with Naketa R. Thigpen
Join our conversation with Naketa about the meaning behind the word "Selfish" and how we can re-frame it for ourselves. We also talk about building a self care routine that serves you, setting boundaries and the difference between being kind...
06.22.2022
39. How to Build Confidence when Negotiating - Negotiation Advice
Whether you're trying to negotiate your salary, a job offer - or anything else, confidence is key to your success, because it helps reinforce the fact that you know your worth. So here's a trick on how to increase your...
06.15.2022
38. Web3 101 - Demystifying Web3, DeFi, NFTs, the Metaverse and DAOs with Sam from The Blockhead
Let's demystify Web3, DeFi, NFTs, the Metaverse, DAOs - and other things around this confusing ecosystem. Sam explains all of these peaces of the puzzle so well that my brain did not hurt at all and I actually understood how...
06.08.2022
37. Working with an Executive Coach to Grow Your Career - with Kelly Santos
Are executive coaches worth it? What does the process of working with an executive coach looks like? When should you get one? How can you find a good fit for you and your career growth needs? I've asked all of...
06.01.2022
36. Working in Tech with Disabilities - with Meenakshi ‘Meena’ Das, a Software Engineer at Microsoft
Let's talk about what it's like to work in tech with disabilities - and how we can make the workplace a more inclusive and accessible space. Join our interview with Meena Das, who advocates for people with disabilities in tech...
05.25.2022
35. Transitioning to a Career in Tech - Tiffany's Story from Tiff in Tech
Tiffany has built a successful career in tech, but she wasn't always planning to do that - she has changed her career path back in the day, after studying fashion. Learn all about how she made the switch, the challenges...
05.18.2022
34. How to Start a Career in Crypto - with Sam from The Blockhead
How does one start a career in blockchain or crypto space? The industry is currently booming, so I've interviewed Sam, the founder of The Blockhead - all about what jobs are out there, how to search and apply for roles...
05.11.2022
33. Mayuko's Time Management Strategies and How to Select Projects that are Worth Your Time
Mayuko and I discussed the hustle culture, her go-to time management strategies and how she intentionally chooses which projects to work on. Follow Mayuko on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/hellomayuko Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellomayuko/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hellomayuko Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/hellomayuko Sign up to our newsletter:...
05.04.2022
32. How to Speak with Confidence - in Meetings and Presentations
As a shy introvert, I have had to build my public speaking skills and confidence from scratch. In fact, one of my jobs involved training other people on their presentation skills - so if you struggle with confidence when it...
04.27.2022
31. Best Questions to Ask Your Interviewer - Job Interview Prep
We all know that it's a good practice to ask the interviewer some questions at the end of a job interview. But which ones should you ask? Let's go through a list of some powerful ones that will help you...
04.20.2022
30. Can You Be Too Old to Start a Career in Tech?
Are you too old to get into tech or start learning how to code? I've interviewed 3 people who changed their careers, switching into tech later on in life - on their experiences transitioning into the field and learning technical...
04.18.2022
29. Book Recommendations for Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome will never fully go away - but we can learn how to manage and discredit that voice of self-doubt in our heads. Here are 3 books that will help you understand imposter syndrome and it's roots, identify when...
04.13.2022
28. Self Taught Coders: Experience and Advice
Tech is a unique industry because you can be completely self-taught. The information is out there and it's up to you to make the most of it. I've interviewed 3 self taught coders about their journeys learning how to code...
04.06.2022
27. How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome at Work
If you feel like a fraud or an imposter, you're definitely not alone. According to statistics, 70% of us experience it. So in this episode, we will discuss what is imposter syndrome, why and who experiences it - and how...
03.30.2022
26. How to Successfully Change Careers - with No Background in the New Field - Interview w. Mona Tiesler
Changing careers is scary - especially when you don't have any experience in the new field or industry. So many questions come to mind: how do I learn the skills/knowledge/expertise? How do I establish myself as an expert? How can...
03.23.2022
25. How to Stop Comparing Your Career to Others
Stop the scroll and learn how to stop the unhealthy habit of comparing yourself to others - and instead compete with previous versions of yourself. Comparing yourself to others on social media will not motivate you or help your growth,...
03.16.2022
24. Navigating Career Growth in Tech - with Rachelle Pulver
What variables are important to one's career growth in tech? Should your manager help you with it? And how do you start a conversation about your career growth with your manager in the first place? Join Rachelle and me as...
03.09.2022
23. Moving to a Different Country for Work - with Alina Verbenchuk
Moving to a different country for work is a whole process: from figuring out where to move, finding a job, getting a work visa - to the actual logistics of the move. This interview will answer your questions on the...
03.02.2022
22. Advice for First Time Managers - How to Be a Good Manager with Emily Tsitrian
You got promoted to a manager - what now? How do you navigate this new role, responsibilities, relationships, and everything else that comes with the title? Emily Tsitrian has been there, done that, and wrote a book about it -...
02.23.2022
21. 10 Life Changing Books to Read in 2022
Books are awesome - and here are some of my favorite, impactful books that have changed my life and perception of this world. Add these to your reading list for 2022! The books (affiliate links): Atomic Habits by James Clear...
02.16.2022
20. Ideal Day Exercise (Life changing)
We often know what we don't want in life - which is one part of the puzzle. But what about what we do want? In order to create that ideal or perfect life, we have to be intentional about it....
02.09.2022
19. How to Make Difficult Career Decisions
Navigating your career can be daunting: so many choices to make and everybody has an opinion on something. But how do you make a decision that's right for you? A decision that will lead you to a fulfilling career and...
02.01.2022
18. How to Ask for a Raise at Your Job
If you're paid below the market rate - or if you're a top performer / if your responsibilities have changed from the original job description - it's time to ask for a raise. Here's a step-by-step process on how to...
01.26.2022
17. How to Hack Your Brain to Create Better Habits
Our habits are what we default to 45% of the time. So in order to achieve the results we want, we need to be intentional about creating better habits in our life - and removing the bad habits. Luckily there...
01.19.2022
16. How to Create a Maternity / Parental Leave Policy at Your Company - with Ashly Stewart
Maternity or Parental leave policy shouldn't be seen as a benefit - it's a necessity for companies who treat their employees as humans with lives. Unfortunately, it can still be overlooked, especially in the US. My guest today, Ashly Stewart,...
01.05.2022
15. Why New Year's Resolutions Fail and What to Do Instead
80% of New Year's Resolutions fail by February 1st (in the US). While there are many reasons why that number is so high, we won't get into too much detail there. We want to make your goals for the New...
12.29.2021
14. 5 lessons I've learned in 2021
Wrapping up the year with a video filled with the lessons I've learned from 2021. A lot of personal + professional growth and development has happened this year and I feel like I have seriously leveled up. So here are...
12.22.2021
13. Create Your Unique Career Path in Tech (or STEM) - with Prasha Dutra
Finding your purpose and following your passion is easier said than done. Our guest today knows it from first-hand experience. So let's talk about creating a uniquely fulfilling career and finding your place in the STEM ecosystem. Meet Prasha Dutra,...
12.15.2021
12. How to Build Skills in Tech
Self-Worth Strengthening AffirmationsTechnology is one of those industries where you need to be constantly updating your current knowledge and building new skills. So how does one do that efficiently? In this episode, we will walk through a system that will...
12.08.2021
11. Non-traditional Careers in Science (Beyond Academia) with Dr. Sarah Habibi
Technology has disrupted career paths - and now you can use your background and skills to create something completely unique and non-traditional. My guest today, Dr. Sarah Habibi is the perfect example of that - she is building her own...
12.01.2021
10. How to Tell If You Are Getting Paid Enough
Are you being fairly compensated? Let me take you through the steps that will help you figure out whether you're being paid a market rate for your job, experience, skills, and location. Join our Salary Database, the Get Paid Equally...
11.24.2021
9. How to Set Your Career Goals for 2022
My framework on how to approach career goal setting and planning for the upcoming years, both: long-term and short-term goals - which should flow one out of the other. This technique helps you create sustainable goals that account for the...
11.17.2021
8. Could You be Exposing Yourself to Risks by Sharing on Social Media? Interview with Caroline Hsu
Social media has made sharing information about our lives so easy and natural. However, could we be oversharing and putting ourselves at risk by exposing our PII (Personal Identifiable Information)? Listen to our conversation with Caroline to see how you...
11.10.2021
7. The Hard Truth About Making Your Dreams Come True
We all know it, but until it properly sinks in, we don't act. It's much easier to take the victim route, waiting for things to happen to us - and much harder to take control over your life and dreams....
11.03.2021
6. Don't be the One Who Says No to You - let's talk about Limiting Beliefs with Aida Kandil
Limiting beliefs are unavoidable, everyone has them in some shape or form. We may not realize it though, so that's why talking about them is important - it helps us recognize those patterns in ourselves. Can't wait for you to...
10.27.2021
Episode 5: Can manifesting help you get your dream job at Google? - with Rachelle Pulver
Manifestation is somewhat of an unconventional approach to job search - at least for now. Well, it worked for Rachelle! Listen to our conversation to learn more about that + Rachelle's experience and thoughts on building that confidence muscle. Rachelle...
10.20.2021
Episode 4: How to Come Up with Better Ideas and Solutions - Framestorming
Brainstorming is great, but with the way our brain works, that idea generation process can be flawed - and we might come up with solutions that aren't optimal. Introducing Framestorming, which has been a game-changing tool for problem-solving - at...
10.13.2021
Episode 3: Simple Steps to Building a Powerful Personal Brand - with Kelly Brito
Let's talk about personal branding because that can be an overwhelming topic. Where does one start? How can you do it all? Behind the scenes vs. Curation? I've chatted to Kelly Brito, the mastermind behind the Stereotype Breakers' new...
10.08.2021
Episode 2: How to Take Responsibility for Your Life and Career - with Software Engineer, Jenny | Codenbyte
Jenny shares her learnings through life's ups and downs. Including incredible advice for anyone going through tough times. Jenny is a Software Engineer, Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, and a simply wonderful human. You may know her as Codenbyte on Instagram...
10.05.2021
Episode 1: That One Thing That's Stopping You - Fear
We all have dreams, ambitions and we know we have a lot of potential. What's stopping us from achieving it? From being our best selves? Most of the time it's our fear. Fear of failure, fear of rejection - and...

What's Meaningful Conversations with Stereotype Breakers about?

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Meaningful Conversations with Stereotype Breakers episodes:

41. How to Network to Grow Your Career in Tech - Introvert Networking Tips with Nelo

40. Why You Need to Give Yourself the Permission to be Selfish + How to Do That with Naketa R. Thigpen

39. How to Build Confidence when Negotiating - Negotiation Advice

38. Web3 101 - Demystifying Web3, DeFi, NFTs, the Metaverse and DAOs with Sam from The Blockhead

37. Working with an Executive Coach to Grow Your Career - with Kelly Santos

36. Working in Tech with Disabilities - with Meenakshi ‘Meena’ Das, a Software Engineer at Microsoft

35. Transitioning to a Career in Tech - Tiffany's Story from Tiff in Tech

34. How to Start a Career in Crypto - with Sam from The Blockhead

33. Mayuko's Time Management Strategies and How to Select Projects that are Worth Your Time

32. How to Speak with Confidence - in Meetings and Presentations

31. Best Questions to Ask Your Interviewer - Job Interview Prep

30. Can You Be Too Old to Start a Career in Tech?

29. Book Recommendations for Dealing with Imposter Syndrome

28. Self Taught Coders: Experience and Advice

27. How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome at Work

26. How to Successfully Change Careers - with No Background in the New Field - Interview w. Mona Tiesler

25. How to Stop Comparing Your Career to Others

24. Navigating Career Growth in Tech - with Rachelle Pulver

23. Moving to a Different Country for Work - with Alina Verbenchuk

22. Advice for First Time Managers - How to Be a Good Manager with Emily Tsitrian

21. 10 Life Changing Books to Read in 2022

20. Ideal Day Exercise (Life changing)

19. How to Make Difficult Career Decisions

18. How to Ask for a Raise at Your Job

17. How to Hack Your Brain to Create Better Habits

16. How to Create a Maternity / Parental Leave Policy at Your Company - with Ashly Stewart

15. Why New Year's Resolutions Fail and What to Do Instead

14. 5 lessons I've learned in 2021

13. Create Your Unique Career Path in Tech (or STEM) - with Prasha Dutra

12. How to Build Skills in Tech

11. Non-traditional Careers in Science (Beyond Academia) with Dr. Sarah Habibi

10. How to Tell If You Are Getting Paid Enough

9. How to Set Your Career Goals for 2022

8. Could You be Exposing Yourself to Risks by Sharing on Social Media? Interview with Caroline Hsu

7. The Hard Truth About Making Your Dreams Come True

6. Don't be the One Who Says No to You - let's talk about Limiting Beliefs with Aida Kandil

Episode 5: Can manifesting help you get your dream job at Google? - with Rachelle Pulver

Episode 4: How to Come Up with Better Ideas and Solutions - Framestorming

Episode 3: Simple Steps to Building a Powerful Personal Brand - with Kelly Brito

Episode 2: How to Take Responsibility for Your Life and Career - with Software Engineer, Jenny | Codenbyte

Episode 1: That One Thing That's Stopping You - Fear

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