259 episodes
The First-Gen Lounge Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.
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5.0 • 64 Ratings
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The First-Gen Lounge, an award-winning podcast, is the FIRST show of its kind and #1 in the world for first-generation scholars and professionals. It is a place where we come to kick it and talk honestly about all things life. You’ll cry. You’ll laugh. You’ll grow… and you’ll be inspired while listening to motivating stories and valuable lessons from fellow first-gens. In every session, you’re going to get practical strategies for becoming the best version of yourself. From entrepreneurship, mentorship, graduate school advice, boosting productivity, finances, networking, facing adversity, and changing the world around you—we chat about it all (you can expect quite a few laughs, too)! More importantly, here YOU WILL find a strong community that will encourage you to keep growing each day—we’re people who break barriers and defy the odds but understand there is still much ahead of us; therefore, leaning on, and learning from, each other is what we do. So, go ahead and grab a seat, get real comfortable, and join the conversations every Thursday at 9pm EST! Learn more at www.thefirstgenlounge.com. #TheFirstGenLounge
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Spring 2023: Session 260 (New Season, New Movements with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)
Question: What do you do when you find yourself in a new season in life? I was talking to my BFF the other day, and while reflecting to figure out what in the world to talk about for this show, something they said to me about this time of my life quickly came to mind: New Season, New Movements. While you may recognize that things are different, do you give enough thought to who you're supposed to be? If not, now is a perfect time to consider how you should change when the seasons of your life change. Don't forget to get connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook at @Evingerlean.
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Spring 2023: Session 258 (Stop Sleeping On Yourself with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)
I was talking to my BFF a few months ago, and they said something to that, at the time, I didn't realize just how much it was going to hit: "Stop sleeping on yourself." Far more often than not, we may find that the things we desire most we'll find on the other side of all that we fear. Perhaps the issue is also that while we know this to be true, we get so caught up in the what-ifs and potential that things can be uncomfortable that we don't go forward. As I've been navigating one of the most challenging and uncomfortable seasons of my life, I am reminded that this is a part of the process and just a small stretch on the journey to something greater. Don't forget to get connected with me on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram at @Evingerlean.
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Spring 2023: Session 257 (History Notes: Getting Through the Storms with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)
We all have troubles in our lives. For some of us, the troubles are life-threatening, while it’s not that serious for others. What we can all agree on is that there’s always something. You can start a new week and have problems on Monday morning. Step out of the house and find a problem in your mailbox. As first-gens, overcoming obstacles in life can be pretty complicated. The good news is we all can summon the courage to face them. The even better news is that troubles are like storms. It doesn’t matter how long they last, but they always pass. Be sure to get connect with Dr. Eve on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook at @Evingerlean.
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Spring 2023: Session 256 (History Notes: Everything is Going to Work Itself Out with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D).
Y'all remember when "CoCo" popped off and changed the game for us? Globally, we were all upended and trying to make things make sense. Let's take it back to that time with this session. This a throwback and reminder to you that everything is going to work itself out. Don't forget to connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook at @Evingerlean.
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Spring 2023: Session 255 (Get What You Need with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)
One of the things about life is determining what's important to you and making an effort to live accordingly. So, as we grow, it's necessary for us to remember that it is up to us to ensure that we figure out what we need to go get it. Be sure to connect with Dr. Eve on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook at @Evingerlean.
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Spring 2023: Session 254 (The Paper Stack with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)
Have you ever had a stack of papers fall? When they did, what was the first thing that came to mind? Perhaps you were a tad frustrated and/or annoyed. What if there was a lesson in the papers falling that you missed? Don't forget to connect with Dr. Eve on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook at @Evingerlean.
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Customer Reviews
A Gem of a Resource
Dr. Eve is so engaging and shares much needed information to help first-gen college students. I love listening and share the show with everyone.
Inspirational, Energetic and Real
As a new business owner this podcast really speaks to me. Dr. Eve is raw and real in her encouragement of first-gens and business owners. It was honestly kind of the podcast I never knew I needed, I can not wait for more. Giving honest advice with energy and purpose behind it. It feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend and that is amazing.
Raw, Honest, and Genuine
It seems like a lot of podcasts, especially ones that try to give life advice, don’t come from a genuine place. This podcast does, and does in spades.
I will actually use what I’ve learned while listening, which isn’t something I can say for every podcast I listen to. The First-Gen Lounge is great, and I’m excited to keep coming back to hear more.