You are a smart, driven woman who is not afraid to work hard or think big for your career and life. You like taking conscious efforts to improve the status quo rather than going with the flow. Your career is a big part of your life canvas, but you find yourself wanting to throw many more colors on it. The good news is that you are not alone.I am Sirisha and welcome to the Women, Career & Life podcast! Join me as I share experiences, interesting stories about career beginnings, breaks and sequels, family, friends, feeling like an outlier, and life themes that are unique to women. I’ll also have friends, everyday rockstars and guests join us along the way. There are infinite possibilities for women to pursue growth both in career and in life. Sometimes the first step to making a change can be daunting because there are so many choices out there. My mission is to help you make one of them a reality today. Come, let's #paintlifetogether!
In this heartfelt conclusion, the host, Dr. Sirisha Kuchimanchi, reflects on the remarkable journey of creating this podcast. From the initial idea and challenges of startup to the growth and impact, Dr. Kuchimanchi shares her personal transformation and what she has learned from the conversations and experiences. She emphasizes the importance of perseverance, building a supportive tribe, and seizing opportunities. This closing epi...
We all know that negotiating for money and benefits can be intimidating, but fear not! This episode is packed with tips and insights to help you navigate the negotiation process like a pro. From researching salary ranges to scripting your negotiation points, I share practical advice that you can start using today. So grab a pen and paper, because you'll want to take notes on this one. Get ready to unleash your negotiation skil...
How do you reenter the workforce and relaunch your career successfully? Carol Fishman Cohen provides insight from her personal experience and that of 1000's of women that iRelaunch has helped traverse this very path. There are even ideas on how to prepare ahead for a potential career break.
Carol Fishman Cohen is a trailblazing advocate for relaunching careers after a break. Her own story reflects the struggles and c...
Sirisha Kuchimanchi experienced the challenges of starting her career with uncertainty and a lack of confidence. After being laid off from her first job, she found herself in a new city without a support network, except for a few colleagues she had met. Determined to find employment, she began searching for job opportunities and went for a few interviews. However, fate took an interesting turn when the client she had previously wor...
Serisha Kuchimanchi, former tech executive and host of the podcast, shares her insights on how to expand your network. She starts by describing her experience attending a Podcast Movement conference in Dallas, highlighting how networking on LinkedIn led to numerous positive responses and mentorship opportunities. Serisha emphasizes the importance of networking for job opportunities, mentorship, and entrepreneurship, and provides pr...
The pace and lifestile in manufacturing and engineering is different from what you find in academic research. So is the culture. Namely, they have been male dominated spaces, historically.
This week on Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, I will be takling with my guest, Sirisha Kuchimanchi, about how, as a woman in these spaces, you can own your career, pivoting and growing as your path meanders and evolves.
What we covered during our c...
Are you trying to break barriers and advance your career as a Women in STEM?
Join us as Kathy Nelson, Lennis Perez and I explore the importance of advocating for oneself, amplifying women's voices, and promoting positive representation for Women in STEM. We also discuss the impact of technology, the challenges of work-life balance, and the power of embracing authenticity in the workplace. Tune in and be inspired by our guest&ap...
Are you looking for a playbook on how to pivot from engineering to entrepreneurship?
Jen Sargent (CEO of Wondery -Amazon Podcasts) shares her remarkable journey from being an electrical engineer to running a successful media company. With her diverse career background and expertise in male-dominated industries, Jen provides invaluable insights and advice for entrepreneurs, women in male-dominated spaces, and those interested in mana...
Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact is the daughter of Indian immigrants and was raised in the US, where she was subjected to physical and verbal bullying. These experiences shaped her passion for storytelling and her desire to ensure that all voices are heard and reflected in the products and services we use. She has dedicated her career to creating end-to-end inclusion ecosystems and reimagining inclusion in all as...
As a Culture and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) practitioner, Kim Flanery-Rye shared her insights on creating a positive culture in organizations during the podcast. She emphasized that leaders should prioritize culture from the beginning, rather than considering it as an afterthought. Kim pointed out that while culture may vary between organizations, it plays a significant role in their success. In smaller organizatio...
In this episode, Deepa shares her experiences as an immigrant climbing the corporate ladder, the challenges she faced with work visas, and the importance of mentors in furthering your career. She also provides insights on advocating for yourself, getting and processing feedback, and staying current on your skill set.
We unpack a lot of valuable insights, including how to advocate for yourself to your managers, the importance of ment...
Prof. Elad Sherf, discusses strategies for fostering engagement, safety, and equitability in the workplace. He shares his research & insights on how to build a culture that encourages employee feedback, amplifies underrepresented voices, and measures success in a way that is fair and equitable. We discuss,
Creating a Culture of Safety & Enabling Employee Voices : Speak Up or Not?
By popular vote, my first LinkedIn Live topic is "How to EXPAND your NETWORK". Join me as we talk about not just expanding your network but staying engaged and partnering with your network.
Don't forget to register and see you soon.
https://www.linkedin.com/video/event/urn:li:ugcPost:7039298181372805120/
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Neena Newberry discusses f taking ownership of your career path, promoting your accomplishments in a tasteful way , returning to work on your terms, how to handle getting laid off , making better decisions, significance of prioritizing goals and negotiating for pay, benefits, and work conditions.
Neena also shared her insights on leveraging your current role to gain broader experience and expertise, advocating for yourself in th...
How to suppor women in the workplace and the challenges they face with non-promotable tasks and communication barriers in meetings.
In this interview with Brenda Peyser, we discuss,
This week is National Eating Disorder Association(NEDA) Awareness week .
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Eating Disorders as a Mental Health Issue:
How can women build executive presence and get sponsored (not just mentored) into leadership roles
In this interview with Lenetra King :
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Building Executive Presence:
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In this interview with Julie Castro Abrams, I discuss,
The Upside of VC Investing in Women-Owned Businesses:
Women Becoming Venture Capital Investors:
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In this interview with Jennifer Kiehl Bartkowski and Elina Dickens, we discuss,
Girl Scouts' Pivot to Build Strong Communities:
A big "THANK YOU" to the guests for sharing their expertise, stories and experience. Thanks to all the listeners for supporting each other.
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Behind the Scenes Look at Podcasting:
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