In this season finale of Tiger Sisters , Jean and Cherie dive into your most burning questions about friendship, career, and navigating life changes. From rebuilding trust after a friendship breakup to making friends in your late 20s, we’re tackling it all with raw honesty and real-life stories. We also get personal about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the realities of corporate vs. startup life, and the mindset shifts we’re embracing along the way. Whether you’re here for the career ti...
Dec 09, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Ever wondered what it’s really like being the eldest daughter in an immigrant family? Jean and Cherie are back with Part 2 of their deep dive into the first-gen experience. From the pressures of being a cultural bridge to navigating friendships with parents, this episode has it all—the laughs, the tears, and the unfiltered honesty. Join us as we tackle "eldest daughter syndrome," the burden of parental expectations, and the unique struggles that come with being first-gen. Plus, get our takes on ...
Dec 02, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 6
This is our most vulnerable, no-filter episode yet, where we dig into what really separates top performers from the pack. We're dropping the polished talk and getting into the raw truths: the surprising habits that worked for us, the moments that totally didn’t 😬, and the hard feedback that pushed us further. From navigating confidence to the art of bouncing back, we share the good, the bad, and the downright awkward parts of leveling up. If you’re ready to go beyond the hustle hype and hear th...
Nov 25, 2024•56 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our wild journey as sibling co-founders of SISTERS Worldwide and Sisters Matcha ! 🌱💼 Join us as we spill our “roses and thorns” from startup life. We’re also sharing why we decided to go ultra-premium with our matcha, working with a single-family farm in Japan and how that decision changed everything. 🍵✨ We’re giving you a front-row seat to what it’s really like to build a brand from scratch and share the ups and downs of “building in pub...
Nov 18, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Our Top Picks! Tech, Beauty, and Lifestyle Favorites | Tiger Sisters Join Cherie and Jean in this episode of the Tiger Sisters as they share their top picks in tech, clothing, beauty, and high-end items. 🎁 From wearable gadgets to luxury jewelry, discover what makes their everyday life easier, healthier, and more stylish. Plus, get the scoop on their new tea brand ✨SISTERS MATCHA✨ and favorite perfumes that hold a special meaning. Tune in for heartfelt recommendations and a fun, chatty vibe! 💖...
Nov 04, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In the premiere of Season 2, we’re diving deep into our first-gen immigrant experiences, sharing the real, unfiltered stories behind how we were raised. We talk about guilt, sacrifice, and drive. We’re peeling back the layers to reveal how the first gen experience plays a bigger role than anyone might realize. This episode gets real. We open up about the toxic thought patterns we’ve had to unlearn, like the idea that hard work alone is enough. We also talk about the "chip on our shoulder" that c...
Oct 28, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Ever wonder how some people are just magnetic and can talk to anyone? 🤩 In our season finale , we dive into the secrets of becoming a better communicator, from chatting up execs at work 🏢 to dissecting the art of flirtation 💬. We’re sharing real-life tips on how to build confidence, connect with others, and create lasting bonds (hint: statement outfits and inside jokes are 🔑). Plus, some juicy gossip on energy, banter, and growing up different! 👀✨ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subsc...
Sep 23, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this special episode of Tiger Sisters, Jean interviews Farah Jesani, CEO and founder of One Stripe Chai, a South Asian beverage brand bringing authentic chai to homes and coffee shops. Farah shares her journey from corporate life to launching a chai empire, navigating challenges as a female entrepreneur, and the personal stories behind her brand's success. Tune in for insights on following your passion, the complexities of business ownership, and the power of cultural representation in the ma...
Sep 16, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the highs and lows of adult friendships – from making new besties to dealing with friendship breakups. Ever felt FOMO from childhood pals or struggled with finding your community in a new city? We got you. We spill the tea on friendship seasons, balancing guy and girl friends, and proven communication methods Cherie learned from Stanford GSB used to fix those sticky friend situations. Don’t miss our tips on keeping your squad strong! 👯♀️✨ ---------------...
Sep 09, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, we’re diving into whether dropping $500K on Harvard and Stanford MBAs was worth it. Cherie shares how the MBA boosted her confidence as we break down how knowing "enough to be dangerous” gives you an edge in life. We chat about the value of knowing the lingo in any field, how real estate classes could turn us into future Tiger Tycoons, and how improv skills apply to business. Plus, Jean reflects on whether she should’ve gone to startup school instead. Was the $500K investment re...
Aug 26, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 6
🎙️ In This Episode: Dating Confessions & Lessons from the Tiger Sisters! 🐯 In this episode, we dive deep into their personal dating stories—revealing what it’s really like to navigate relationships while balancing big tech, startups, and everything in between. We discuss what we look for in a partner, the pros and cons of dating ambitious people, and even share our top picks from this season’s Bachelorette. Whether you’re curious about dating coworkers, searching for the perfect match, or ...
Aug 19, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What are the most common industries that MBA students worked in before business school? In episode 4, Cherie and Jean discuss why Finance, Consulting, and Tech are the most common pre-MBA roles today from both the applicant and admissions officer perspective. Then, we share advice on how to approach your application when applying from any industry, even unconventional ones. Roses & Thorns this week include Jean’s plea for recommendations from Tiger Pack listeners for the biggest issue in her...
Aug 15, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 4
How did two immigrant and first generation sisters get into both Harvard and Stanford? In episode 3 of Tiger Sisters, Cherie and Jean share the life hacks and methods we used to manifest our grad school acceptances and other achievements. In Roses and Thorns – added based on listener feedback – we share our secret pleasures, deep-seated fears, and more. We introduce The Great Book Race (potentially another recurring section; thoughts?) and share our Vision Boards from the last 10 years. We hope ...
Aug 08, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 3
How old is too old and how young is too young for getting your MBA? This is one of the most common questions we’ve received from listeners and we tackle it head on in episode 2 of the Tiger Sisters video podcast series. We also start off with some candid highlights and lowlights from our week including a free peer therapy session for Jean’s fight against her engrained workaholic tendencies and Cherie’s feelings of "profound loneliness" post-non-stop socializing at business school. We hope you fi...
Aug 01, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Hi everyone, it's Cherie and Jean. We're giving an inside look into our experiences at GSB (Stanford) and HBS (Harvard) MBA programs. This is the first episode of the Tiger Sisters video series and we hope you find it helpful. Let us know in the comments what other questions you have about career, school, or life. We want to share the ups and downs of our experiences so you can learn from our mistakes and choices. We've been there and we are here to help.
Aug 01, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 1
