
Women Career & Life
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!
Episodes
56 episodes
Podcast Finale: Celebrating Growth, Lessons, and Personal Transformation
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 transfor...
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The Power of Negotiation: Strategies for Maximizing Your Salary and Benefits- Dr. Sirisha Kuchimanchi
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 negot...
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Episode 53
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Navigating Career Breaks and Relaunching: Insights from Carol Fishman Cohen- CEO, iRelaunch, TEDx speaker, Podcaster
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
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Episode 52
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How to Navigate Intentional and Unintentional Career Breaks, with Sirisha Kuchimanchi - Interviewed by Carol Fishman Cohen (Host of 3,2,1 iRelaunch)
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...
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Episode 51
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Unlocking Opportunities: How Networking Can Lead to Mentorship and Job Offers- A LinkedIn Live with host Sirisha Kuchimanchi
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 Lin...
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Episode 50
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Navigating Engineering and Manufacturing as a Woman with Sirisha Kuchimanchi (on Papa PhD podcast)
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 w...
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Season 5
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Episode 49
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53:44

Empowering Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Shaping a Diverse Future- A LinkedIn Live with Kathy Nelson & Lennis Perez
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...
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Season 5
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Episode 48
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From Engineering to Entrepreneurship: Defining Your Vision, Seeking Feedback and Ensuring Scalability - Jen Sargent, CEO Wondery (Amazon Podcasts)
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...
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Season 5
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Episode 47
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Inclusive Leadership: Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Belonging in the Workplace-Mita Mallick- Change maker, Author, Podcaster, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact
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 he...
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Season 4
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Episode 46
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Creating a Positive Culture in Organizations with Kim Flanery-Rye
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 be...
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Season 4
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Episode 45
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Navigating Career Challenges as an Immigrant: Insights and Tips from Engineer to Senior Vice President-Deepa
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 yoursel...
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Season 4
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Episode 44
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Enabling Employee Voices: How to Foster Engagement & Safety in the Workplace and Strategies for Amplifying Women & Minority Voices - Elad Sherf-Assoc. Prof, UNC Kenan Flager Business School
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 ...
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Season 4
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Episode 43
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41:17

LinkedIn Live Event- How to EXPAND your NETWORK- March 30th 11:30am cst- Register now (check show notes)
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.h...
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Return to Work on Your Terms, Negotiate, Prioritize, and Advocate for Yourself as a Woman and Asian-Neena Newberry-Speaker, Author, Executive Coach, Forbes Coaching Circle
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 pri...
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Season 4
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Episode 42
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Empowering Women in the Workplace: Navigating Non-Promotable Tasks and Communication Strategies in Meetings- Prof. Brenda Peyser-Former Associate Dean School Of Public Policy And Management Carnegie Mellon University
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, What is a non-promotable tasks ...
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Season 4
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Episode 41
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Driving the Conversation Around Eating Disorders in Teens and Adults: Understanding the Mental Health Component Ashley Ariail-Bloomberg Fellow,Licensed Counselor, Eating Disorder Specialist
This week is National Eating Disorder Association(NEDA) Awareness week .Introduction:Highlighting the prevalence and seriousness of eating disordersDiscussing the importance of addressing the mental health component...
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Season 4
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Episode 40
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Building Executive Presence and Authenticity for Women of Color in the Workplace: Tips and Strategies - Lenetra King, CEO at Watch Me EXCEL®, Executive Leadership Coach, Author, Former Health Care Exec
How can women build executive presence and get sponsored (not just mentored) into leadership rolesIn this interview with Lenetra King :Introduction:Discussing the challenges faced by women of color in the workpl...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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33:23

How do Women get in VC and Board Positions: Empowering Women to Grow Their Power, Wealth, and Influence : Julie Castro Abrams-CEO & Chair of How Women Lead, Managing Partner of How Women Invest
Introduction:The importance of women in positions of power and influenceThe benefits of women-owned businesses and the impact of women on boardsIn this interview with Julie Castro Abrams, I discuss,The U...
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Season 4
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Episode 38
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43:22

Building a Strong Pipeline of Future Leaders through Girl Scouts: Lessons Learned- Jennifer Kiehl Bartkowski , CEO Girl Scouts Northeast Texas, Elina Dickens, Gold Award Girl Scouts, College Student
Introduction:Highlighting the importance of building a strong pipeline of future leadersDiscussing the role of Girl Scouts in fostering leadership skills in young girlsIn this interview with Jennifer Kiehl Bart...
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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45:49

2022 Recap: My Podcasting Journey, Process, and Tools, and My Ode to the Podcasting Community
A big "THANK YOU" to the guests for sharing their expertise, stories and experience. Thanks to all the listeners for supporting each other. Introduction:Recap of the year 2022 and the growth of the podcasting industry
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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Should Your Passion Define Your Career Path? Exploring the Pros and Cons -Ben Cooper,Law School Admissions & Career Consultant | Podcast Host & Producer
How do you figure out if the career you are pursuing is the right fit for you?In this interview with Ben Cooper, we discuss,Pursuing Your Passion:Pros and cons of pursuing a career based solely on passionBalan...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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16:16

The Power Of Women's Voices: An Interview with Sally Helgesen- "How Women Rise" Author, Speaker, Leadership Coach
Why are women afraid to take credit for their accomplishments?"The most successful people I've ever worked with, men and women, they walk into a new job and the first question they ask is who do I need to know to make sure this is a s...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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48:32

The Importance of Men as Allies and Mentors for Women in the Workplace: A Conversation with Prof. David Smith, Assoc. Prof., Carey School of Business, Johns Hopkins University
In this interview with Professor David Smith on advancing gender equity in the workplace through allyship and mentorship:Professor David Smith shares insights from his books "Athena Rising" and "Good Guys" on the critical role...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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49:01

"National Domestic Violence Awareness Month: How to Help and Find Resources | Sushma Malhotra from Chetna DFW Shares Insights on Identifying Signs, Creating a Safety Plan, and Success Stories"
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this interview with Sushma Malhotra from Chetna DFW discusses how to help and find resources for those experiencing domestic violence.1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experi...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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"Crafting Your Elevator Pitch and Defining Your Personal Brand: Insights and Lessons Learned on Overcoming Impostor Syndrome, Self-Limiting Beliefs, and Taking Action"- Rebecca Muriuki, Associate Director, Deloitte, Leadership Coach, elevateHER Podcast H
When you meet your CEO in the elevator or a new person at a networking event, do you have your Elevator Pitch ready?.In this interview with Rebecca Muriuki, the conversation focuses on defining personal brand and crafting an elevator pi...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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