WISEcast

Ever wonder how quickly judgements are made? Join us as we delve into the fascinating science of first impressions. Explore the brain's "thin-slicing" ability, the impact of cultural biases, and how introverts and extroverts differ in this game of perception.

You'll hear our personal experiences of bad first impressions, and the absurdity of societal expectations. Learn practical tips to craft impactful entrances, from body language to conversation starters. Plus, discover how to overcome a negative first impression and how to know when you've truly nailed it.

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Changes can be hard, but our guests Caitlin Farquhar, MBA and Marsha Hartman, PhD share their clues for when it's time to make a job/career change. You don’t need to reinvent yourself, but if find your purpose, dig deep, and to trust your intuition, there will be no stopping you.

We turn the tables on the negative backlash against quiet quitting and explore the art of seizing moments for self-reflection and embrace the subtle but transformative act of quitting habits that no longer serve you. Discover practical strategies to kickstart your New Year with strategy, as we delve into the power of intentional pauses and the liberation that comes from letting go. Tune in for a motivational journey toward personal growth and a fresh start in the year ahead.

Ever feel like you're the only one in your lab coat questioning your every pipette move? We dissect fear, guilt, and shame - those pesky imposters squatting in the minds of women in STEM. This isn't your average therapy session; it's a laugh-out-loud, no-holds-barred chat about FOMO, times we felt shame for our biology, and how we navigate the professional jungle and the great expectations of our parents. Tune in for our insights and solidarity!

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Do you have trouble navigating the tightrope between perfectionism and experimentalism? Join us and Dr. Sigma Mostafa as we delve into the challenges of perfectionism and analysis paralysis and uncover actionable strategies to break free from its grip.

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Get ready for a rollercoaster of ambition and exploration as we dive into 'Balancing Acts: The Highs and Lows of Overcommitment.' Join us on this wild ride with ⁠Alice Redmond⁠, Chief Strategy Officer at CAI, who joins us to discuss how she juggled pipettes and now juggles global strategy development and execution for a team of 800+ life science facility management experts.

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As we grow and climb the career ladder, do you struggle to see yourself reaching the top? Dr. Kate Broderick reminds us that what ultimately matters is how you define success and the strategy you develop to help you achieve it. Join us as we talk about the challenges we face as we climb and whether that next step up on the ladder is really worth it.

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Do you question if you are better or worse at your job because you're a parent? We've always thought of parenting in a negative light, but this conversation with our guest Dr. Anne Welsh has us re-framing that perspective as we learn the many parenting skills that make us better at our jobs.

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Dr. Anne Welsh is a clinical psychologist, executive coach, and consultant. She began her career at Harvard before opening her own practice with a focus on supporting women in STEM, healthcare and law, and working parents across career sectors. Her coaching brings together research and real life experiences to hone leadership skills, improve emotional intelligence and create work-life integration. She can be found at www.drannewelsh.com.

WISEcast is featured as one of the top podcasts from the ⁠⁠60 Best Women in STEM Podcasts by Feedspot!⁠⁠ Check out ⁠⁠The Wisest Children on YouTube⁠⁠ and see how our young scientist proteges are making science accessible and fun through some STEM activities for kids! You can connect with us on:⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠,⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠,⁠⁠ Twitter⁠⁠,⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠,⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠ or by email at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠.

Do you have trouble saying NO? We sure do! Listen to our candid conversation about our struggles with saying no, and how we are there to help each other say no. Learn the questions we use to evaluate whether we should take on a new adventure or let it float on by.

Also, give WISEcast some monthly ⁠listener support⁠ or make a one-time donation  →⁠Paypal⁠.

WISEcast is featured as one of the top podcasts from the ⁠60 Best Women in STEM Podcasts by Feedspot!⁠ Check out ⁠The Wisest Children on YouTube⁠ and see how our young scientist proteges are making science accessible and fun through some STEM activities for kids! You can connect with us on:⁠ Instagram⁠,⁠ Facebook⁠,⁠ Twitter⁠,⁠ YouTube⁠,⁠ LinkedIn⁠ or by email at⁠ ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠.

We're back! It's Season 4 of WISEcast and we're talking about Barbie! Listen to our candid conversation about our favorite moments from the movie as well as the controversies surrounding it. Also, give WISEcast some monthly ⁠listener support⁠ or make a one-time donation  →⁠Paypal⁠.

WISEcast is featured as one of the top podcasts from the ⁠60 Best Women in STEM Podcasts by Feedspot!⁠ Check out ⁠The Wisest Children on YouTube⁠ and see how our young scientist proteges are making science accessible and fun through some STEM activities for kids! You can connect with us on:⁠ Instagram⁠,⁠ Facebook⁠,⁠ Twitter⁠,⁠ YouTube⁠,⁠ LinkedIn⁠ or by email at⁠ ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠.