As we step into a new year, there’s an undeniable energy in the air—a sense of possibility and renewal that makes us want to dream bigger and reach higher. For African women in STEM, this moment is particularly significant. We’re not just setting personal goals; we’re charting paths that will inspire the next generation of […]
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What does it take to go from an uninvolved college freshman to a campus leader, researcher, and OpenAI ChatGPT Ambassador? According to Achsah Jojo, it starts with a single step and a willingness to say yes to opportunities even when the odds feel stacked against you. In this insightful episode of Lunch with Leaders, host
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For decades, we’ve been fed the same narrative: work hard, stay humble, build your expertise, and success will follow. Keep your head down, deliver excellent results, and eventually someone will notice. Be patient, be grateful, and your time will come. But what if this advice is not just incomplete, but actively harmful? What if following
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Many professionals in STEM want to be known as experts in their field, but figuring out how to get there can feel confusing. You might wonder how to stand out when so many talented people are doing similar work. The truth is, expertise isn’t about having decades of experience or a long list of titles.
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What happens when you combine rigorous science with deep human empathy? For Dr. Seema Handu, this question has guided an extraordinary career spanning global health, entrepreneurship, and digital innovation. In a recent episode of the Lunch with Leaders podcast, she shared how this intersection has shaped her work, her failures, and her most meaningful successes.
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Stories shape how we see the world. Long before titles, resumes, or social media existed, stories were how people earned trust, commanded attention, and passed on wisdom. They’ve been the foundation of human connection since the beginning of time, passed down through generations, used to teach lessons, inspire action, and build communities. Now, you might
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The world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics never stands still. What seemed impossible five years ago is now part of our daily lives—from AI assistants helping us write emails to electric vehicles transforming our roads. For professionals working in STEM fields, staying informed about emerging trends isn’t just interesting; it’s essential for career growth
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The question of whether women outperform men in STEM fields surfaces repeatedly in conversations about diversity, hiring practices, and leadership representation. It’s a question that reveals our collective discomfort with gender imbalance in technical fields and our search for explanations. But here’s the truth: this question often misses the point entirely. Performance in STEM isn’t
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Many girls are naturally curious. They love asking questions, figuring out how things work, and solving problems. When they are young, you will often see girls excited about science experiments, building things, and learning new ideas. Walk into any kindergarten classroom and you’ll find girls just as engaged in counting, exploring nature, and building with
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When people talk about “Girls in STEM,” it can sometimes sound like just another trending phrase or corporate slogan. You see it on posters, in social media campaigns, and in educational programs. But behind those four words is a much deeper meaning that affects millions of girls and the future we’re all building together. Girls
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