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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

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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

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Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment

Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil

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Hii ladies! Alexis is back with another Sunday solo - mostly a life update and some inspo on how to get yourself back on track.

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In this week’s solo episode, Alexis delves into the art of resting and how it holds the key to finding balance in our fast-paced lives. Join her as she explores practical strategies to embrace rest and achieve a realistic work-life harmony.

Show Notes

1:36 Importance of unplugging in a busy world

2:09 The benefits of being alone

2:33 The advantages and disadvantages of the different types of rest

4:04 Too Collective Robe Launch!

5:12 Blobbing, Connecting, Restoring, and Pampering

5:31 What is Blobbing?

6:25 Slowing down as the answer to better health

7:58 What is Connecting?

8:48 The power of human connection

9:03 What can connecting look like?

10:32 Recontextualizing connection in a globalized world

1:12 What is Restorative rest?

12:16 Choosing activities that are right for You

13:54 What is pampering?

15:01 Pampering as a necessity

16:06 Developing a work-rest balance

16:24 Avoiding the depression spiral

17:39 Finding time to be alone with yourself

19:33 Avoid chasing an unrealistic sense of vitality

21:12 When self-care does more harm than good

22:04 The hidden dangers of excessive pampering

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In this week’s episode of Too Smart For This, Alexis is joined by Dr. Danielle Richardson, a visionary entrepreneur who fearlessly left behind a career in optometry that left her unfulfilled. Driven by her passion for empowering others and a burning desire to revolutionize the health and wellness industry, she embarked on an inspiring journey to create a platform specifically tailored for the " healthy baddies" of the world. If you’re in need of a little extra clarity or direction in your life, this episode’s for you!

Show Notes

2:07 Rapid fire questions!

5:03 The importance of learning to say “No”

8:16 What is a healthy baddie?

10:22 Recognizing and honoring your multidimensionality

14:16 Fierce Clarity beginnings

16:36 How to trust your timing

17:51 The power of journaling for mental health

18:34 Practices/tools to manage the other side of ambition

20:25 Leaving situations before misery consumes your life

22:02 Taking intentional steps for a satisfying life

22:56 Stop complaining, start creating

25:44 Meditation to boost health and well-being

26:27 How changing how you think of stress could help you be less affected by it

31:23 Overcoming “All-Or-Nothing” thinking

34:26 Glow Up Journal sneak peek

36:08 Finding your personal style

38:04 Defining your identity and reconnecting with yourself and the world 

39:38 Book recommendations

41:56 Becoming a “career chameleon”

43:58 Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable 

45:11 To find meaning in work, change the way you think about it

47:40 Breathe!

48:33 Seeing the value of bumps in the road

50:01 Stop comparing your life, start living it

Resources/Mentioned

The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power by Katherine Morgan Schafler

Living in the Light: A Guide To Personal And Planetary Transformation by Shakti Gawain

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success: A Pocket Guide to Fulfilling Your Dreams by Deepak Chopra

Beyonce: Year of Four

Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé

Oprah Winfrey on Career, Life, and Leadership

Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Nell Scovell and Sheryl Sandberg

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The Glow Up Journal: Everything You Need to Set Goals, Create Inspo―and Make It Happen! 

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Hi friends! Alexis is back with a classic Sunday solo. She shares moving updates, her current favorites, and more!

Life is a journey filled with countless possibilities and opportunities. And while it’s natural to dream big and aspire to achieve great things, it's equally important to maintain a realistic perspective. Placing unrealistic expectations on ourselves can lead to disappointment, stress, and a loss of motivation. In this week’s episode of Too Smart For This, Alexis explores the importance of setting attainable goals, embracing flexibility, and practicing self-compassion. By understanding and avoiding unrealistic expectations, you can cultivate a healthier mindset, find joy in the present moment, and pave the way for a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Show Notes

1:13 How to relinquish unrealistic standards

1:59 Negative self-evaluation resulting from unrealistic goals

3:19 Finding stability in the midst of chaos

4:03 Making peace with imbalance

4:53 Detaching from routines to relinquish pressure on yourself

5:35 Importance of creating structures in which self-love thrives

5:49 Developing new frameworks for thinking

6:22 #1 Set a goal

6:29 #2 Establish your priorities

6:48 #3 Reframe what consistency means to you

6:52 #4 Set personal policies (i.e. boundaries)

7:11 The ultimate goal-setting process

8:35 Prioritize! Prioritize! Prioritize! 

11:41 Importance of writing out your priorities and categorizing them within the context(s) of your goals

16:04 Reframing what consistency means to you

17:31 How to stop the self-sabotage cycle

18:53 Simple ways to check in with yourself

19:35 Utilizing habit stacking

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Good morning friends and welcome to another Sunday Solo episode! Alexis is back to chat all things journaling, Wharton, and her recent trip to Martha's Vineyard.

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A fellow Northwestern University alum, Jodie Taylor has dedicated her career towards championing and supporting diverse entrepreneurship in and beyond the tech sector. And with her foray into TikTok, she’s using her newest platform to create a space/community for women to navigate their individual journeys. On today’s episode of Too Smart For This, join Alexis and Jodie as they engage in a candid conversation about womanhood, career, and all the challenges in between.

Show Notes

2:24 Rapid fire questions

6:12 The role of curiosity in developing a rich, fulfilling life

8:04 Finding more joy in Womanhood

14:46 Analyzing your career from a brand viewpoint

16:00 Importance of developing transferable/tactical skills to aid in switching career paths

18:02 When is it time to leave a job?

18:00 1) Diminishing returns 

18:57 2) Check in with yourself – how is your mental well-being?

19:19 3) No longer feeling challenged

22:16 Living life with a sense of urgency

23:24 Importance of fellowship in hard times

25:56 You don’t have to have it all figured it out

26:50 Pour your energy into you

27:06 WEAR! SUNSCREEN!

27:56 Utilizing your early twenties as a medium/vehicle for self-exploration + growth

30:25 Relinquishing the idea that relationships are the apex of your life

34:24 Creating space for vulnerability in relationships

36:05 The importance of naming your emotions

38:03 Ask for your needs to be met

41:52 Manifesting anything you desire 

43:14 Standing firm and steadfast in what you seek in life

44:46 Plastic surgery in the modern world

47:06 Procedure recommendations

48:59 Skincare recommendations

53:39 How to: build your confidence and brand

55:05 Think about your brand ethos from an outsider persecptive

55:21 Take inspired action

55:45 Creating a brand profile from a social standpoint

56:05 Your social media presence will precede you

57:52 Creating proof points for yourself to validate your self schema

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Hey ladies! Alexis is back with another Sunday Solo Ep recapping her trip to Tulum, what she learned about making new friends, and her current faves. Then, she answers a listener question about dealing with rejection and surviving and thriving post-grad.

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