Generation She: Recent Episodes
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Generation She is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that strives to close the gender gap in the current leadership landscape by instilling high school students with a sense of ownership and entrepreneurial spirit.
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In this video, I'll let you guys in on one of the biggest secrets of my life...The secret is cold messages! This may seem like a small thing, but this has gotten me 4 internships, 1 full-time job, the first investor for my business, and A LOT MORE!
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In this video, I share how I used a simple strategy, which I call the "Lazy Girl Strategy," to get a $40K raise and a 30% salary increase. I'll walk you through the steps I took, what I did differently, and how you can apply this easy method to bump your own salary. If you're looking for a straightforward way to make more money, this video is for you!Proof that I am not lying :p- https://www.businessinsider.com/got-pay-raise-lazy-girl-strategy-2024-3Download the full template to use the lazy girl strategy here: https://shop.beacons.ai/avni_barman/7f80bd85-e947-4c4d-9344-1f46aaad935c
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I'm sharing my personal journey of leaving my $300,000/year big tech job to build my own company. It was one of the most challenging and rewarding decisions I've ever made, and I want to take you through every step of the process.
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In this solo episode, I share the true story of how I left my 9-to-5 job and saved $100,000 before turning 25. I'll take you through each step of my journey, from the day I decided to quit my job to the moment I hit that big financial milestone. Whether you're considering a major career change or simply curious about different ways to save money, this is for you!I've laid out the exact roadmap I followed, including the challenges I faced and how I overcame them. I'm holding nothing back, just my honest advice and real-life tips that helped me succeed.
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Mady Dewey, Head of Product Marketing at Try Your Best, joins The Gen She Podcast to share her career beginnings at Google, building and abruptly shutting down a social app that grew to 60,000 users, being at Discord as a PMM, achieving her dream of becoming a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, and rapidly growing a community of 87K on TikTok. Mady discusses the realities of entrepreneurship, the importance of embracing one's identity, and offers advice on building a following and dealing with negative feedback.
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Avni kicks off her solo series, “It’s Not That Deep", with a no BS Q&A featuring the Gen She community. Join us as we explore how to navigate life’s uncertainties, the importance of financial security, the value of personal satisfaction over societal validation, and the benefits of taking risks in pursuing alternative paths. If you're looking for inspiration and guidance on choosing the right career path and finding your true passion, don’t miss this one!
Maggie Zheng, Head of Fundraising at Wefunder (YC’13), joins The Gen She Podcast to discuss her career transition from med school to the startup space, how she balances a successful career and committed relationship, and her seasoned advice on how to navigate college and your 20’s. Maggie has assumed a variety of roles including product, marketing, ops, strategy, chief of staff, and angel investor. Also, did I mention Maggie is a TikTok creator with a 19.5k+ following? We can all learn a lot from her; she's really out here doing everything. Follow Maggie on TikTok @maggizine
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Aprilynne Alter dealt with two major failures in her life - one was when she quit as a financial analyst on Wall Street and the other was when she quit her rapidly-growing NFT YouTube channel. In this episode, Aprilynne shares the story behind these failures and how they redirected her towards a fulfilling life. We also dive into Aprilynne’s pro tips for aspiring YouTubers, the necessity of existential crises, and the art of redefining success on your own terms. Join us to explore the essence of change, growth, and unexpected connections, and leave feeling seen and inspired to forge your own path of fulfillment.
Delia Lazarescu, ex-Google engineer and content creator with 250K+ followers, shares her journey from a CS and business double degree to landing her first job at Google. Delia's story emphasizes the importance of aiming for a big tech job, even when you don’t want it, and reinforces the necessity of hard work and sacrifices early on to set you up for success later in your career.
Delia also gives us a sneak peek of what she’s been up to in the startup space since quitting Google and her plans to explore entrepreneurship. She also breaks down the AI revolution and how it’s shaking things up for software engineers and jobs everywhere. Moreover, Delia gives actionable advice on building lasting self-confidence, trusting yourself, and valuing your time.
Feeling lost after rejecting her full time post-grad offer at the Big Four with nothing else lined up, Crystal Tan eventually found her way as a product analyst at TikTok and successful content creator with a total following of 267K+. In this episode, Crystal walks us through that journey and shares the truth behind how she learned to stop comparing herself to others and found success by intentionally pursuing a path true to herself. She offers valuable advice on learning to trust the process and detaching your self-worth from your career. Crystal also reveals her insider perspective on what it’s like to work for TikTok while being a successful TikTok content creator and the strategies she uses to seamlessly balance a full time job and content creation.
Grace Ling has paved her own thriving career in UX Design despite coming from a bioengineering background. Through embracing the discomfort of putting herself out there, Grace has built Design Buddies, a global community of 60K+ designers, and created 5 income streams to achieve financial freedom and fund her global travels. In this episode, Grace shares valuable insights for aspiring designers, how to effortlessly master networking and build a strong personal brand on LinkedIn. She also discusses the importance of side hustles in empowering you to take charge of your life and financial well-being, especially in a job market where layoffs can happen when you least expect them to.
Hanna Goefft, better known to her 215K+ TikTok followers as hannagetshired, has successfully made 3 career changes - from accounting, to recruiting, to marketing. She now works for a hiring software company where it’s her literal job to be an expert in all things recruiting and hiring. In this episode, Hanna spills ALL her insider knowledge in how to get hired in today’s competitive job market and what you need to start doing today to set yourself up for job security in this recession. This episode is a game-changer for anyone aiming to secure a high-paying role and get promoted in 2024!
Vivian Lynn, with a bioengineering background, successfully transitioned from a Product Manager at beauty giant L'Oreal to a Marketing Manager at Amazon. In this episode, she shares actionable advice on how to break into a tech career from a non-traditional background and the intentional career moves she made to create the work-life balance she now enjoys. Her career provides both financial stability and the freedom to pursue her passions beyond her 9 to 5 including entrepreneurship, content creation, and travel. We also discuss practical tips on leveraging perfectionism to your advantage, hot takes on dating within the same industry, and her valuable advice on taking leaps of faith to build the life you desire.
From a long-term relationship and a thriving career to divorce and new beginnings, Mayssa shares her journey quitting her corporate job to build her healthy gummy bear brand, Behave. In this episode, Mayssa gives her hot takes on navigating the ups and downs of relationships, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. She shares how becoming more open minded about concepts like “delulu” and Law of Attraction have brought positive changes in her life and drastically improved her relationship with herself.
Mayssa began her career in the sports industry, working with the NFL. She then made the leap to Uber before being introduced to a founder building a small business called Daily Harvest. Becoming the 10th employee, she was exposed to the world of health food and wellness. This sparked Mayssa's interest in healthier eating, which led her to her next role at SoulCycle and ultimately founding Behave.
Imagine waking up to 3 million views on your video and 100k new followers - that’s exactly what happened to Natasha Badger. In this episode, Natasha unveils the fascinating story behind her viral TikTok moment, how it propelled her to instant fame, and how she wisely leveraged this to her advantage throughout her career.
Starting from her days in retail at Brandy Melville, Natasha takes us on her incredible journey from her time at LinkedIn's prestigious BLP program to her current role as a marketing leader at a software startup in NYC. Discover how Natasha meticulously crafted her personal brand at every stage of her career and gain insights on how to strategically leverage your online presence to unlock new business and career opportunities.
Elaine Cheng has done it all - from law, to venture capital, to now startup founder. Learning from her own untraditional career path, she offers insights on how to navigate your career and choose personal fulfillment over societal and familial expectations. She gives us insight on social media trends, influencer marketing, and how Gen Z views IRL and online experiences. She talks about her startup, Disco, and gives a masterclass in founder mindset, product-market fit, and fundraising.
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Elaine Cheng graduated from the University of Southern California with a B.A. in Political Science and Public Relations, and a minor in Web Development and Cinematic Arts. She also earned a Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center. Early in her career, she worked in LA's restaurant market, handling influencer marketing for notable places like Bestia and République. After law school, she became a Principal at Social Starts, a VC firm, focusing on media tech and DTC products. She's also held roles at Disneyland, Google, and boutique coffee venues.
Currently, she's the CEO and Co-Founder of Disco, an AI-driven e-commerce platform for city activities, with over $1 million in VC backing from prominent funds like Quiet Capital.
Lillie Sun, founder of Breezi, joins the Gen She Podcast to share her journey towards authenticity and personal fulfillment in both her career and personal life. Lillie opens up about her dating experiences, including moments of being 'boy crazy' and facing rejection, which have contributed to her personal growth and prepped her to become a founder. We also get a sneak peek at her journey starting Breezi, her roller-coaster ride in the startup world, how she leverages her consumer marketing expertise, her tips on how to fight off imposter syndrome, and her extensive dating life.
This episode was recorded at Spotify Studios in Brooklyn, New York.
Natasha Mascarenhas, acclaimed tech journalist and reporter for The Information, joins The Gen She Podcast to shed light on her unique journey in the tech and media world. She shares her transition from a versatile journalist, having previously worked at Crunchbase and TechCrunch, to a dedicated tech startup and venture storyteller, driven by her mission to highlight minority voices. As an Indian American, she gets candid about moments of feeling overlooked and the deep significance of representation. Natasha, who has navigated the tech landscape from its core, offers insights on the evolution of digital platforms, the power of networks, and the necessity of seeking clarity through "stupid" questions.
Bailey Farren, co-founder and CEO of Perimeter, joins The Gen She Podcast to get real about the harsh realities of being a startup founder. She shares her struggles in fundraising and the near-death experience that changed her approach to life and work. Bailey, who is also a keynote speaker and coach focusing on habit formation, self-care, and burnout recovery, gives valuable advice to boost productivity, health, and overall happiness.
Dulma Altan, TikTok creator (@iamdulma) and business podcaster, joins the Gen She Podcast to share her personal journey and insights on creating content from a place of authenticity, rather than chasing viral fame. Dulma dives into the importance of finding fulfillment in creating content that serves a unique purpose, the power of consistency and commitment, and the need to lean into discomfort for personal and creative growth. Dulma rose to fame through her TikTok where she shares breakdowns of female-founded companies with her audience of 106k+ followers.
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Amber Illig, General Partner and investor at The Council Fund, joins The Gen She Podcast to share her journey into angel investing and venture capital. It all began when she moved to Silicon Valley for a job at Apple. Despite working at a Fortune 500 company, she felt drawn to the founder ecosystem and wanted to be involved in venture-backed startups. She started angel investing while continuing her career in tech, eventually investing in 30 companies with wildly successful returns. Realizing her passion and skill for investing, she decided to make it her full-time focus and raised her first fund. Amber runs The Council Angels, a community of over 100 operators turned angel investors. Members are able to invest in select deals alongside the fund and learn along the way.
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Angelina Quach, software engineer at Amazon, joins the Gen She Podcast to share her journey of leaving the comforts of big tech to dive headfirst into the chaos of startup life. Angelina, who is also a TikTok creator with a 16k+ following, has worked in a variety of sectors - from government, to cybersecurity, to e-commerce. Angelina takes us behind the scenes of her career, discussing the power of taking risks, finding motivation, and unlocking the true potential of startups. Follow Angie on TikTok @_angietoks.
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Kathryn Cross, founder of Anja Health (YC’22), joins the Gen She Podcast to discuss cord blood banking, egg freezing, birth control, dating as a founder, and perks that women should have in the workplace. Kathryn has cultivated a thriving community on TikTok of 160K+ mothers and expectant-mothers, where she raises awareness about the importance of cord blood banking and other pregnancy-related issues. She also raised a $4.5M seed round led by Alexis Ohanian’s Seven Seven Six - and did I mention she’s only 24? Insane. Follow Kathryn on TikTok @kathrynanja.
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Alex Schudy, product marketer by day and creator by night, joins The Gen She Podcast to decode the competitive nature of college and the pressure to be perfect, not falling into the trap of hustle culture through intentional compartmentalization, and how her Kansas upbringing drove her to start content creating, where she's helped her community of 94k thrive in their careers. Before becoming the successful product marketer she is today, Alex honed her skills and expertise through valuable experiences at Poshmark, DoorDash, and POPSUGAR. Alex has grown into a marketing guru since her sophomore year in college–taking a stab at brand marketing, social marketing, and product marketing. Follow her @alexschudy on Tiktok and @alex.careerqueen on Instagram.
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In today’s episode you’ll be hearing from a panel of students at the some of the top universities talk about their experience in the Technology and Engineering field and the experiences in high school that led them to where they are.
Today’s panel features Jothi, a rising sophomore at Harvard University studying Computer Science and Economics, Daniela, a rising sophomore at MIT studying Computer Science with a minor in Urban Studies and Planning, and Divya, a recent graduate from Duke with a degree in Computer Science currently working at Apple.
In today’s episode, we’ll be hearing from three students at top universities talk about their experience as a design major in college and what you can do in high school to get into the school and companies of your dreams. Today’s panel features Ashton Tu, a senior studying Media Arts & Practice and User Experience at USC’s School of Cinematic Arts, Charissa, a junior at Brown University studying Human-Centered Design (a major she created entirely from scratch), and Diane Park, a senior studying industrial design, sociology, and digital marketing at Notre Dame.
In today’s episode, you’ll be hearing from four students at IV league universities talk about their journey through the college application process and how they were able to stand out from the rest.
Today’s panel features Angelica Qin, a rising sophomore at Princeton University planning on majoring in either Sociology or Public Policy, Audrey Pe, a rising freshman at Stanford University and and the founder and executive director of WiTech -- a nonprofit organization based in the Philippines that aims to educate, inspire, and empower youth to break gender barriers and use tech to make a difference in society, Salma Kan, a rising freshman at Stanford University with an interest in Computer Science, Linguistics, and Religious studies, and DayOnna Carson, a rising freshman at Harvard University who plans to concentrate in psychology and later attend law school.
In today’s episode you’ll be hearing from a panel of students at the some of the top universities talk about their college application process and how they were able to stand out amongst their peers through clubs, extracurriculars, organizations, and more.
Today’s panel features Kristian Hardy, a rising Freshman at Harvard University with an intended joint concentration in Theatre, Dance, and Media, and African and African American Studies, Naomi Oke is a rising sophomore at Princeton University from Philadelphia, PA pursuing a concentration in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and a certificate in Robotics and Intelligent Systems, and Angelina Quint, a rising sophomore at UCLA intending to major in public affairs.
In today’s episode you’ll be hearing from a panel of student entrepreneurs talk about their journey through high school and college, how they juggled college apps, side hustles, sleep, and how you too can be an entrepreneur in high school and beyond.
Today’s panel features Melissa Khasbagan, a rising Freshman at Stanford University and the founder of 1000 Books For, Ava McDonald, a rising freshman at Georgetown University and the founder and CEO of Zfluence, and Nicole Tovar, a rising sophomore at Emory University and CEO at STEMchats.
In season 1 of the Generation She podcast, we’ll be talking to students from top universities including Stanford, MIT, Princeton and more about all things college! Join us to learn about the ins and outs of the college application process, running a side hustle, getting internships and more.
Generation She is a female-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit that strives to close the gender gap in the current leadership landscape by instilling girls with a sense of ownership and entrepreneurial spirit.
Check out our website at generationshe.co and follow us on Instagram @gen.she to stay updated on upcoming events, join our slack community, and more!