Too Smart For This

By Alexis Barber

For smart and superficial girls everywhere, this podcast helps multifaceted women untangle society's expectations of them through candid conversations and tangible tips for crafting your own journey. ... more

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The podcast currently has 187 episodes available.

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September 14, 2023 137. Healthy Habits That Have Changed My Life
Busy is an understatement! As Alexis continues her journey at Wharton, she shares her tips/tricks/habits for staying mindful and maintaining composure amidst the chaos.

Show Notes
2:41 Doing your best is good enough!
3:13 Importance of making time for movement
4:32 Role of exercise in boosting self-esteem
5:17 Benefits of working out in the morning
5:28 Using the “Power Hour” approach to get things done
6:26 How to quantify things in a healthy way
6:52 How tools like Google Calendar can elevate your life
7:48 Using the Two-Minute Rule to stop procrastinating
9:18 The Closing Shift strategy!
10:44 Habit Stacking as your best friend
12:18 Journaling to heal
14:21 Benefits of walking meditations
16:57 Shop the robes!

Resources/Mentioned
Superhuman App

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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17min
September 10, 2023 136. My First Month at Wharton: Finances, Schedule, and Life Updates
Alexis is BACK with the Sunday Solo Series, and today she shares her first impressions of Wharton, balancing her hectic life, and more!

Show Notes
1:04 Smart tip of the week
1:41 Superficial tip of the week
2:51 Wharton observations!
3:03 Finding time for introspection amid chaos and uncertainty
5:20 Navigating increased expenses
9:24 Approach to socializing
9:49 My class schedule!
12:26 Poconos recap!

Resources/Mentioned
Dellara’s Diary
The Wisdom of Insecurity by Alan Watts
Kosas Revealer Concealer
Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Brush

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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17min
September 07, 2023 135. HBO Sweet Life's @AmandaSaidSo: Living Life on Your Own Terms, Financial Literacy Tips, and Managing Friendships as an Adult
From the PR world, to reality television, Inglewood-born Amanda Scott is this week’s guest on Too Smart For This! The ‘Sweet Life: Los Angeles’ star discusses everything from the realities of being in the limelight, to her self-care journey, and even money management advice for recent grads. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss!

Show Notes
2:00 Rapid fire questions
11:07 Reality TV portrayal
12:24 Developing and maintaining friendships with age
15:46 Confident people make better friends
18:24 Managing interpersonal conflict
20:52 Best part(s) of being on Sweet Llife: Los Angeles
23:14 Worst part(s) of being on Sweet Llife: Los Angeles
24:28 Recovering from being in the spotlight
25:43 Amanda’s career trajectory after college
30:24 Quitting your job to figure things out
31:34 Reprioritizing your life
33:13 Focus on yourself and be your own priority
36:03 Self-care resources
37:52 Importance of effectively communicating your needs
39:12 Homebuying process
45:19 Pertinent money management advice
45:30 #1 Max out your 401K
46:16 #2 Life insurance as an investment
47:17 #3 Have an emergency savings!
47:59 #4 Credit cards are your friend
49:25 Current aspirations

Keep up with Amanda!
www.amandasaidso.com
@housepartycreative on Instagram
@amandasaidso_ on Instagram

Resources/Mentioned
Joyce Meyer Devotional Books
Sula by Toni Morrison

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
Follow Alexis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisbarber/?hl=en
Follow Alexis on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexisbarber_?lang=en
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54min
August 28, 2023 134. What To Do When You're Starting a New Era (In Career, Life, Or Otherwise)
In this week’s Solo Sunday, Alexis delves into her tips for beginning a new era. Tune in as she discusses her product faves, the importance of leaving your comfort zone, and more!

2:01 Smart tip of the week
4:48 Superficial tip of the week
7:18 Life update!
10:33 Setting your anchor – the power of prioritization
11:16 Making friends in a new environment
12:42 Leaving your comfort zone to experience motivation, growth
15:30 The stress of social comparison
16:12 Instagram Q&A!
17:54 Starting a new job the right way
19:02 Importance of staying grounded
20:23 Why work friends are crucial
21:51 Take advice from good leaders

Resources/Mentioned
How to Be a Founder: How Entrepreneurs Can Identify, Fund and Launch Their Best Ideas by Alice Bentinck and Matt Clifford
Rhode Glazing Milk
Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream
Rhode Peptide Lip Treatment

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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24min
August 24, 2023 133. How to Manage Your Time When Life is Unpredictable
Welcome back to Too Smart for This! In this week’s episode, Alexis delves into the intricate interplay between efficient time management and the essential practice of self-care. Join her as she discusses practical strategies for maximizing productivity while ensuring your well-being remains a top priority.

Show Notes
2:03 Creating a structured but flexible daily routine
2:21 OCEAN personality test
3:36 Importance of being more conscientious
4:40 Employing measures to offset spontaneity/impulsiveness
5:44 Avoiding emotion-informed decisions
6:11 Think about how you want to impact the world
7:44 Reframing what consistency means to you
8:51 What do you value?
9:31 “Making it” should include creating space for yourself
10:13 Scheduling your days for maximum productivity
11:27 Using project management tools to tackle tasks
12:21 How to reduce decision fatigue
15:41 Importance of mandatory self-care
17:15 Translating work into impactfulness
19:35 NEW TooClassic Terry Cloth Robe!

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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21min
August 21, 2023 132. How to Handle [And Give] Criticism Better
Welcome back to another Sunday Solo episode! Alexis dives into her life updates and gives you a sneak peek into what she's learning in the Wharton Classroom.

Show Notes
1:27 Superficial tip of the week
2:12 Life update!
4:49 Making friends at Wharton
6:26 How I’ve been adjusting to Philadelphia
8:21 TooCollective GMA3 Mention!
10:15 Unlearning rote negativity and choosing to celebrate yourself
14:04 Smart tip(s) of the week
15:51 How to give negative feedback

Resources/Mentioned
Anthropologie Mugs

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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20min
August 17, 2023 131. Sixtine Rouyre on Why Your Body Isn't Everything, How to Make Your Dreams Happen While Having Fun
Welcome back to Too Smart For This! Today’s guest is the charismatic Sixtine Rouyre, a model and influencer who proudly champions body neutrality. With an SI Swimsuit Issue under her belt, the creator uses her platform to empower women, encouraging them to embrace their bodies unconditionally and regardless of their shape and size. This week, the two get candid about their respective body image journeys, and the unrealistic expectations placed on a woman’s beauty.

Show Notes
7:49 Transitioning from modeling to influencing
10:41 Being at the forefront of the Posting Age
11:49 Finding your niche as a creator
13:21 Embracing self-love and thanking your body
17:14 Divesting from the Tumblr pro-ana movement
18:57 How TikTok can fuel toxic mindsets
21:14 Combating day-to-day disordered thinking
25:36 Finding creative inspiration from/in other creators
27:41 Life in New York!
30:04 Wild dating stories
33:58 Meeting people outside of dating apps
37:12 Why you should stop expecting others to be who they aren’t
41:04 Finding the balance between modeling and content creation
41:59 It’s important to take/make time for yourself!
44:56 Londre Bodywear collaboration
47:34 What shooting Sports Illustrated was like!
49:41 Not if, but when

Keep up with Sixtine!
@sixtine on Tiktok
@sixtinerouyre on Instagram

Resources Mentioned
House of CB
Youth to the People
Supergoop

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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52min
August 13, 2023 130. Everything You Need to Know About Getting an MBA: Wharton, Choosing Schools, Interviews, Balance, and More
In this week’s Solo Sunday, Alexis answers all your Wharton related questions! Tune in as she details the challenging yet rewarding path of pursuing an MBA while managing entrepreneurship and content creation. If you’re in need of some concise insights on harmonizing education, business, and creativity – this one’s for you!

Show Notes
0:52 Wharton Q&A
1:34 Excitement about starting an MBA program
3:07 How do I know which business school is the right fit for me?
7:40 Deciding which classes to take
10:52 Thinking about an MBA? Here’s how to plan for it.
13:28 Aceing your MBA admissions interview
15:45 Why get an MBA?
17:27 Aspects of B-School I’m most looking forward to
19:01 GRE/GMAT study plan
20:21 Balancing work, school, and social life
24:47 Shop the new Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe!

NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth Robe
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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27min
August 10, 2023 129. From Scarcity to Abundance with Queen of Confidence, Achieng Agutu - @noordinarynoire
On this week’s episode of Too Smart For This, Alexis is joined by the dynamic Achieng Agutu – a model and digital content creator who empowers her audience to embrace their most authentic selves. Tune in as the two discuss the journey of self-discovery, and curating a summer of unapologetic self-love.

2:56 Rapid fire questions!
8:40 Faking it until you BECOME it
11:49 Accepting that life has to continue
12:12 How to choose yourself. If you don’t, then who will?
14:04 No Ordinary Noir beginnings
16:05 Ignoring negative comments
18:38 Why vulnerability will change your life
20:30 How to deal with hard truths
21:50 Moving from scarcity to abundance
28:40 Just do it!
29:11 There’s a space and niche for you
30:45 Finding inspiration from others
32:45 Product recommendations!
34:24 Tips for leading a Hot Girl Summer
35:41 Practicing self-care in the day-to-day
37:56 It’s okay to take up space

Resources/Mentioned
Brandon Blackwood
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment
Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil
Osea Plant-Based Body Brush
Marc Jacobs Perfect Eau De Parfum
Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
Rule of Thirds
Everyday People

Keep up with Achieng!
@noordinarynoire on Instagram
@noordinarynoire on TikTok
The Queen’s Archives with Achieng Agutu

Too Collective Email List
Too Collective Giveaway
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
Follow Too Collective on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/?hl=en
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44min
July 30, 2023 128. What To Do When You Drop The Ball
Hii ladies! Alexis is back with another Sunday solo - mostly a life update and some inspo on how to get yourself back on track.
Too Collective Email List
Too Collective Giveaway
Too Collective Website
Too Collective Affirmation Texts
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19min

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