EP023: Special Parent's Edition Ft. Mentors from MIT / NYU Stern

04/15/18 • 46 min

Mentors 4 Teens: College, Scholarship, and Career Guidance Podcast

Episode 23: Special Parent's Edition Ft. Mentors from MIT / NYU Stern Featuring: Danielle Espinosa (MIT) & Gabriel Mejia Ruiz (NYU Stern) Mentor Bios:

In this special episode, the PARENTS of the Student-Tutor Mastermind members get to ask their burning questions and get advice from tutors with ELITE college experience!

Danielle is a prior MIT student, as well as one of one of Student-Tutor's elite academic & SAT/ACT prep tutors! A mentor with worldly experience, Danielle recently returned from an extended visit to India! With tutoring success dating back to her high school years, Danielle knows what it takes to get the job done... and how to go about getting into TOP schools like MIT (#5 Nationally)!

Gabriel is one of Student-Tutor's elite academic & SAT/ACT prep tutors, and is currently attending New York University's Stern Business School - one of the finest in the nation (#13 Business School, Nationally)! In addition to attending class and tutoring, he's also a member of the NYU fencing team and the Colombian national fencing team! Gabriel brings a lot of energy and excitement to his work! He’s passionate, and always goes above and beyond when it comes to helping his community!!

Show Notes:

[1:55] - Todd Intro.
[3:00] - Meet This Week's Guests!
[3:20] - What They Wish They Knew BEFORE Going to College!
[10:55] - What FALSE or Misleading Advice Did They Receive Leading up to College?
[18:22] - College, Scholarship, and Career Tips for 8th-Grade Students!
[26:05] - A Word From the Mastermind Community!
[28:00] - Questions From the Mastermind Parents!
[43:50] - Todd's Highlight From This Episode!
[45:05] - Outro.

Mentor's Key Points: Get Started EARLY!

As early as 8th grade, start exploring careers, internships, and other opportunities to learn more about yourself and the potential path you'd like to pursue! Understand the different factors that play a part in your college, scholarship, and career success, then execute a strategy based on your unique goals!

Choose Your Classes and Extracurriculars WISELY!

Instead of doing as many different things as you can, do one or two things EXCEPTIONALLY! Find a club you love and help take it to the next level, be the captain of your sports team and lead your team to a championship victory, get an internship at a reputable company, or, try embarking on your own entrepreneurial venture!

Parents and Students Should BOTH Be Prepared for the College Transition!

After students leave for college, a lot of their actions will be their own responsibility! Parents can still provide love, support, and the occasional care-package, but it's important for students to get exposure to being apart and holding themselves accountable. Traveling sports teams / clubs / etc. is a great way to do this!

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Episode 23: Special Parent's Edition Ft. Mentors from MIT / NYU Stern Featuring: Danielle Espinosa (MIT) & Gabriel Mejia Ruiz (NYU Stern) Mentor Bios:

In this special episode, the PARENTS of the Student-Tutor Mastermind members get to ask their burning questions and get advice from tutors with ELITE college experience!

Show Notes:

[1:55] - Todd Intro.
[3:00] - Meet This Week's Guests!
[3:20] - What They Wish They Knew BEFORE Going to College!
[10:55] - What FALSE or Misleading Advice Did They Receive Leading up to College?
[18:22] - College, Scholarship, and Career Tips for 8th-Grade Students!
[26:05] - A Word From the Mastermind Community!
[28:00] - Questions From the Mastermind Parents!
[43:50] - Todd's Highlight From This Episode!
[45:05] - Outro.

Mentor's Key Points: Get Started EARLY!

Choose Your Classes and Extracurriculars WISELY!

Parents and Students Should BOTH Be Prepared for the College Transition!

CLICK HERE TO JOIN!

Step 2: Register for our next FREE webinar to learn how to save thousands + set your teenager up career, college, and scholarship success!

CLICK HERE TO JOIN!

Previous Episode

EP022: How to Become a Pharmacist w. Fazleabbas Poonawala

Episode 21: How to Become a Pharmacist w. Fazleabbas Poonawala Featuring: Fazleabbas Poonawala, Pharmacist Mentor Bio:

Fazleabbas Poonawala is a board certified pharmacist with licenses for NJ and NY. I practiced retail pharmacy for about a year and then transitioned to work in the pharmaceutical industry, working in the field of drug safety for about 7 years. Now I help create and support the processes that ensure adverse event reports reach the company and are reported to worldwide health authorities on time.

Industry Overview: What do Pharmacists do?

Pharmacists dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use of prescriptions. They also may conduct health and wellness screenings, provide immunizations, oversee the medications given to patients, and provide advice on healthy lifestyles.

What does their work environment look like?

Pharmacists work in pharmacies, including those in drug, general merchandise, and grocery stores. They also work in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

How do you become a Pharmacist?

All pharmacists must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited school in order to practice. Postsecondary courses in your studies will include chemistry, biology and anatomy. Most students have three years of college experience or a bachelor’s degree upon entering pharmacy school. They must also be licensed, which requires passing two exams.

Keep in mind In 2012, graduates entering the workforce had an average student loan debt of$123,063.

What additional skills that they typically don’t teach in school do you need?

Following graduation from a Pharm.D. program, pharmacists seeking an advanced position, such as a clinical pharmacy or research job, may need to complete a 1- to 2-year residency. Pharmacists who choose to complete the 2-year residency option receive additional training in a specialty area such as internal medicine or geriatric care.

All states license pharmacists. After they finish the Pharm.D. program, prospective pharmacists must pass two exams to get a license. The North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) tests pharmacy skills and knowledge. The Multi-state Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE) or a state-specific test on pharmacy law is also required.

Applicants also must complete a number of hours as an intern, which varies by state.

What is the pay?

The median annual wage for pharmacists was $122,230 in May 2016.

Future demand in marketplace?

Employment of pharmacists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Increased demand for prescription medications will lead to more demand for pharmaceutical services.

Overall...

Pharmacists rank #20 in Best Paying Jobs. #23 in best healthcare jobs, and #45 in the best 100 jobs according to US news which ranks them based on 5 categories (salary, job market, future growth, stress, and work-life balance).

With Anesthesiologist, Surgeon, and Obstetrician and Gynecologist ranking as the top 1-3 best paying jobs and dentist, physician assistant, and nurse practitioner ranking 1,2,3 in the healthcare industry.

The number of pharmacy schools has grown in recent years, creating more pharmacy school graduates and therefore more competition for jobs. Students who choose to complete a residency program gain additional experience that may improve their job prospects.

Certification from the Board of Pharmacy Specialties or as a Certified Diabetes Educator also may be viewed favorably by employers.

Todd's personal opinion...

If you are the studious type, like biology, chemistry but don’t want to go through the next level of rigor and time it takes to become a doctor... becoming a pharmacist might be right up your alley.

To be honest though... Unlike episode #21 with Stephanie where we talked about sales, #20 where we talked with current Harvard Law student, Danica, who was a past about research analyst, and #19 with Reid Simpson who is a financial advisor.... (All of which encompassed the same type of mindset to a certain degree... loving to talk to people, market yourself, listening and then providing value...

Pharmacy is not something I know too much about.... so, I'm excited to hear Fazleabbas' professional opinion!

Show Notes:

[1:55] - Todd Intro
[2:34] - Meet This Week's Guest, Abbas Poonawala!
[3:10] - Pharmacy Industry Insights.
[7:43] - Mentor Industry Insights.
[10:11] - How Abbas Got Started in Pharmacy & Drug Safety!
[19:50] - An Average Day in the Life of a Pharmacy Student.
[28:00] - A Word from The Student-Tutor Mastermind Community!
[31:32] - Abbas' #1 Piece of Actionable Advice for Teenagers
[34:45] - Episode Recap
[36:15] - Questions from The Student-Tutor Mastermind Students.
[41:30] - Nex...

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EP024: Internships and International Studies Ft. Shirah Foy

Episode 024: Internships and International Studies Ft. Shirah Foy Featuring: Shirah Foy, Management Consultant Mentor Bio:

Shirah is an interdisciplinary social scientist, entrepreneur, and startup mentor who has studied and worked on 5 continents, traveled in more than 50 countries, and can communicate to varying degrees in 12 languages. She is currently a PhD Candidate at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology - one of the top engineering schools in Europe - where she conducts research on the role of culture in shaping sustainably-minded entrepreneurs and lectures on entrepreneurship and technology commercialization.

Industry Overview: What do Management Consultant do?

Management analysts, often called management consultants, propose ways to improve an organization’s efficiency. They advise managers on how to make organizations more profitable through reduced costs and increased revenues.

What does their work environment look like?

Management analysts travel frequently to meet with clients. In 2016, about 1 in 4 worked more than 40 hours per week.

How do you become a Management Consultant?

Most management analysts have at least a bachelor’s degree. The Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation may improve job prospects.

What additional skills that they typically don’t teach in school do you need?

Communication skills, organization, past job experience, testimonials, ability to go out and get clients on own.

What is the pay?

The median annual wage for management analysts was $81,330 in May 2016.

Future demand in marketplace?

Employment of management analysts is projected to grow 14 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for the services of these workers should grow as organizations continue to seek ways to improve efficiency and control costs.

Overall...

US news rates a management consultant as # 16 in best business jobs which ranks them based on 5 categories ( salary, job market, future growth, stress, and work-life balance). With Statistician, actuary, and mathematician coming in 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively. See the links below for more information on this week's industry insights!!

Todd's personal opinion...

If you enjoy the flexibility of managing your own schedule are willing to hustle for several years to get your business off the ground... management consulting could be a great fit!

Show Notes:

[1:55] - Todd Intro
[2:33] - Meet This Week's Guest, Shirah Foy!
[3:16] - Management Consultancy, Industry Overview.
[7:19] - Mentor Industry Insights.
[11:59] - How Shirah Got Started!
[17:12] - The Value of Internships!
[20:35] - A College Path... Through Europe!
[29:40] - A Word From The Mastermind Community!
[31:35] - An Average Day in the Life of a PHD Student.
[35:30] - Shirah's #1 Piece of Actionable Advice for Teens!
[38:51] - Todd's Recap and Key Points!
[40:09] - Questions from the Student-Tutor Mastermind Students.
[49:12] - Next Week Preview!
[50:01] - Outro.

Mentor's Key Points: Get Career Experience and Internships EARLY!

Having the opportunity to explore career options early on will allow you to test drive the opportunity will allow you to see if you actually enjoy it!

Challenge Your Comfort Zone!

Try learning another language, or even study abroad! By forcing yourself to adapt, you will learn new skills and become more resilient overall!

Travel or Take Opportunities to Study Abroad!

These opportunities to study culture and learn another language can offer huge growth as a learner and candidate for potential career opportunities!

Resources: More Information on this Week's Industry Analysis!

Connect With This Week's Mentor!

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