You don’t have to be from a STEM background to classify as a woman in STEM and our guest today is talking about that and so much more. Tune in to find out! Episode Introduction: Our guest today went from being in three different branches of engineering to now being a TEDx Speaker who coaches women on how to be confident in both their personal and professional lives to achieve what they truly want. Episode Summary: Prasha Dutra walks us through her journey of being inspired by Kalpana Chawla a le...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 95
Protecting professional privilege has been harder than ever in the “work from anywhere” era. Tune in to find out how you can safeguard yourself against a confidentiality breach. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking all about maintaining professional privilege with clients when working remotely and how to protect confidentiality despite all the technology that’s involved. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through practical steps that one can adopt i...
Jun 23, 2022•19 min•Season 2Ep. 94
Ready to streamline your business with tech? Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: In today's episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest talks all about making mindful pivots and integrating your skills with your passion. Dawn Richardson is a truly tech savvy creative who joins us to tell us all about leveraging tech and systems to simplify our business. Episode Summary: Dawn Richardson walks us through her journey from getting her first job at Apple to managing her corporate career and...
Jun 16, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 93
It’s time for you to experience a well-rounded life. Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking all about ditching the overwhelm and making time for the things that actually matter to us. Our guest today, Geomyra Pollard is no stranger to multitasking and allowing your work to consume you which is why she teaches us her approach to change that and make the shift towards a more whole lifestyle. Episode Summary: Geomyra Pollard shares h...
Jun 09, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 92
Can’t deliver what you promised on time? Tune in to find out how to navigate a sticky situation like this! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking all about effective ways to navigate and remedy delays in a contractual relationship whether it be with a client, a vendor, or any other third party. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through five tips to ensure that a delay in deliverables can be navigated in a way where it doesn’t harm your business reput...
Jun 02, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 91
It’s time to make things happen instead of waiting for them to happen. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: Our guest today is a true testament to how sheer will and the spirit of invention can fuel your growth. Kara Goldin is the founder of Hint Water, the first company of its kind, she’s an author and she’s been awarded countless entrepreneurial titles. She joins us today to talk about her success, the bumps along the road, and what kept her going despite it all. Episode Summary: Ka...
May 26, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 90
It’s time to stop letting other people’s opinions of you direct the narrative of your life. Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: Our guest today joins us to talk all about the different mindset blocks we all experience and how he leveraged those mindset blocks by shifting his perspective around them to now become a globally recognized speaker. Episode Summary: Raj Subrameyer walks us through his journey of changing the norm on several concepts throughout the episode. He shares fresh pe...
May 19, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 89
It’s time to grow your email list and reach out to new leads while being legally compliant. Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about the things we need to keep in mind as business owners while we work on growing our email list that help ensure we’re being legally legit. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through the various things that need to be done when collecting emails from your audience ranging from the option to uns...
May 12, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 88
If you’re a business owner, this episode is going to serve as your marketing playbook. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: Our guest talks about her pivot to the events industry and how she made it as one of the most well-known industry professional without any prior experience. She also shares an abundance of marketing and visibility tips that would benefit your business. Episode Summary: Kinsey Roberts walks us through her journey of starting her own business, being the host of not...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 87
It’s time to find your purpose and achieve it against all odds. Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: Our guest today is an air force veteran, a 9/11 first responder, a fireman, an author, a podcaster, and most importantly - he’s resilient. Join Robert Verhelst AKA Fireman Rob to learn more about his journey, the hardships he has faced, and how he continues to overcome them even today. Episode Summary: Robert Verhelst walks us through his journey of resilience. He talks about the challe...
Apr 28, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 86
Gearing up to host an event? Tune in to find out how to make it legally compliant. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about what you need to ensure in terms of legal compliance before hosting a virtual or in-person event such as a conference or a summit. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through the five most essential things to keep in mind in terms of law when hosting an event. It covers important information about setting up the event and the ...
Apr 21, 2022•19 min•Season 2Ep. 85
If you’re looking to grow as a podcaster, this episode will hook you up with all that you need to know. Tune in to find out more. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest talks about making mindful pivots in her business while growing her career as a podcast manager. The episode is full of helpful advice for you to do the same. Episode Summary: Jenny Suneson walks us through her journey of quitting her full-time job to grow her social media management business ...
Apr 14, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 84
If you’re a multi-passionate entrepreneur unsure how to juggle multiple professional hats, our guest today has got the solution to your problem. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: Our guest today comes from a nursing background but she’s nothing short of a professional kaleidoscope. Meet Angela, a Productivity Consultant, Digital Marketer, Podcaster, Speaker, Author, Celebrity Event Planner & Designer, and learn how she has employed strategic processes all across her business to...
Apr 07, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 83
It’s time to position yourself as an industry leader with an asset that goes beyond your numbers AKA Goodwill. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking all about Goodwill. What it is, why it’s important, and most importantly - how do you create goodwill for your business? Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through the traditional definition of Goodwill and how it's applicable to your own business. She talks about the four core elements of goodwill as we...
Mar 31, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 82
Our guest today went from sleeping on the floor at a shared apartment to becoming a leading PR expert. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re joined by a guest who quit the glamor of working with Hollywood celebrities to prioritize her mental health and we learn about her story of building her own successful business in an untraditional manner with a lifestyle that works for her. Episode Summary: Melinda Jackson walks us through her jour...
Mar 24, 2022•49 min
Ready to establish your brand as a creative business owner? Tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, our guest Allie Siarto shares her experience of becoming a professional photographer and the “opportunities” she turned down to give herself the freedom to choose her lifestyle over money. She also talks about establishing your brand as a creative business owner. Episode Summary: Allie Siarto walks us through her journey of creating a brand that s...
Mar 17, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 80
Time to stand out and build a business that doesn’t get mixed with the crowd, tune in to find out how! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about six efficient strategies to help your business stand out in a saturated market with a distinguished brand identity. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through six action steps on how to make a mark in the industry without having to overwhelm yourself. These strategies are going to be every business owner’s...
Mar 10, 2022•17 min•Season 2Ep. 79
If you’ve been hesitant to show up on video to market your business, our guest today has got you covered. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: Our guest Sarah Morgan talks about her journey of starting her business as a marketing coach for women in business. She shares some great, actionable tips for our audience to be able to leverage the power of video in their own business as well as some helpful lessons on being legally protected. Episode Summary: Sarah Morgan walks us through her...
Mar 03, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 78
“You are worthy simply because you exist.” - tune in to find out how a simple mindset shift like this one can help turn your life around! Episode Introduction: From being homeless as a child to making it as a multiple six-figure entrepreneur, our guest today is truly a testament to what sheer determination can do for a person. Episode Summary: Dr. Naieema Jackson walks us through her journey of consistently wanting to prove her self-worth to others until the age of 31 to then acknowledging her o...
Feb 24, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 77
It’s time to re-evaluate your business procedures and integrate a very crucial aspect into your employee onboarding process. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re going to be talking all about the importance of preparing your employees to effectively communicate a client contract. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through a real life example of a business losing a client, simply because their frontline employee wasn’t prepared to h...
Feb 17, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 76
If you’re ready to become an educator and teach what you’re talented at, this episode is just what you need. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: From being a high school teacher to starting her photography business to now helping creative business owners become efficient educators and hosting her own podcast, our guest today is definitely a woman of many talents. Episode Summary: Join Laylee Emadi Smith as she walks us through her journey of becoming an educator, the lessons she has ...
Feb 10, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 75
Our guest today filed for her LLC before even thinking what business she was going to start. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: From being the always-late friend in the group during college to now being a time management coach that has helped several individuals battle their overwhelm, our guest today has had quite the journey. Episode Summary: Anna Dearmon Kornick walks us through her journey of working in jobs that didn’t allow her to make time for what’s truly important to her an...
Feb 03, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 74
Gearing up for a launch? Tune in to find out how to do it strategically and legally! Episode Introduction: In today’s episode of Law Chat with Girija, we’re talking about some of the most crucial aspects of a launch and how to ensure that you are being strategic about your launch and also legally compliant. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through some essential-to-follow action steps that will help one create a complete roadmap to a strategic and legally compliant product, service, or bus...
Jan 27, 2022•15 min•Season 2Ep. 73
Our guest today joined TikTok at 37 and gained more than 10,000 followers in the first two weeks. Tune in to find out her growth secrets and more about leveraging video to grow your business! Episode Introduction: Our guest today, Natasha Coyle is a booked-out photographer, a TikTok celebrity and she did it all at the age of 37 after being a stay-at-home mom without any prior experience with the camera. She shares the challenges she faced, how she overcame them, and some noteworthy tips on video...
Jan 20, 2022•38 min•Season 2Ep. 72
Our guest today uprooted from her home as a 2-year old without knowing what’s next for her. Tune in to find out how she worked hard to turn her life around and how you can too! Episode Introduction: From studying psychology to pursuing her MBA, then working in a pharmaceutical company for 9 years to finally starting her own business, Van Lai-DuMone has done it all, and today she’s giving her a peek into her vivid palette of life experiences. Episode Summary: Van Lai-DuMone walks us through her c...
Jan 13, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 71
As we continue to ease into 2022, tune in to find out my top 5 tips about being productive throughout the week and keep your New Year productivity streak going. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, we discuss 5 super simple ways to ensure that you’re at your peak productivity throughout the week without having to feel overwhelmed or stressed about the amount of work you need to get done. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks us through five of her favorite things to do in order to ensure that...
Jan 06, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 70
Our guest today quit his job at a Fortune 500 company in the Silicon Valley to go work at a job that paid him $150/ month. Tune in to find out why! Episode Introduction: Our guest today is truly a man of many talents. Join us as we talk to Ray Blakney, a Filipino-American Entrepreneur, a bootstrapping genius, and owner of multiple seven-figure businesses as he shares his journey with us. Episode Summary: Ray Blakney walks us through his journey of being a multi-passionate entrepreneur, how he qu...
Dec 30, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 69
It’s time to use the power of video marketing and a YouTube channel to help make you money by educating your audience for FREE! Tune in to find out how. Episode Introduction: Our guest today is a video marketing expert who teaches us all we need to know about creating income through platforms like YouTube without having to invest in fancy equipment or high-end software, or even showing our face. This episode is packed with mic-drops and will make you want to pick the camera and start recording r...
Dec 23, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 68
Join us as we take a walk down memory lane and recap some of our favorite goal setting and time management tips from the older episodes of Law Chat with Girija. Episode Introduction: In today’s episode, we’re going to learn some really key points about goal setting and managing our time well in 2022 by referring back to some of our most amazing episodes and reiterating the lessons we learned from our guest experts. Episode Summary: Girija Patel walks you through five super-effective action tips ...
Dec 16, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 67
If you constantly feel like you’re not saving up money no matter how much you earn, this episode is exactly what you need to change that. Tune in to find out more! Episode Introduction: Our guest today is a CFO and she’s not holding back on giving us note-worthy tips in order to help uplevel our financial game. Episode Summary: Stephanie Skryzowski walks us through her journey of quitting law and choosing finance as her field of career, the major challenges she faced, how she overcame those, as ...
Dec 09, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 66