Women Career & Life Sirisha Kuchimanchi

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 episode is a tribute to the listeners, guests, and everyone who h...

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 skills and secure the compensation you deserve. Let's jump right in!&nb...

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 challenges of re-entering the workforce after a long hiatus. After realiz...

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 worked for reached out and offered her a contract position. Siris...

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 practical tips on networking in different settings like conferen...

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 conversation about the place of women in engineering and manufa...