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Kathy shared her journey of relocating to New York for her passion for cosmetology. She detailed the challenges of transitioning, the reality of the learning process, and the high costs of education. Kathy highlighted honest concerns with her cosmetology school as well as emphasized the importance of researching accredited schools with the realities of starting at the bottom in the industry. Despite the difficulties, Kathy encourages aspiring cosmetologists to pursue their passion with proper preparation and support.

In this episode, you will hear:
+ challenges of becoming a licensed cosmetologist
+ navigating schools in New York
+ expectation vs. reality in education
+ importance of conversation and awareness

Guest Bio:

Kathy Matias is a NYS Licensed Cosmetologist who moved from Cali to New York to follow her passion and chase her dreams.

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Paula explores the connection between ADHD and clumsiness, sharing her personal experiences and the broader implications for individuals with ADHD. She explains how ADHD can lead to frequent minor injuries, poor spatial awareness, and difficulties with fine motor skills. Paula emphasizes the importance of understanding proprioception and dopamine levels in ADHD. She also highlights the emotional impacts, such as shame and anxiety, and suggests strategies to improve coordination and safety.

In this episode, you will hear:

• personal experience with ADHD and clumsiness
• impact of ADHD on daily life and social perception
• challenges of ADHD in daily activities
• brain science and ADHD
• environmental and emotional impacts
• strategies for improving coordination and safety

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Niteesa discussed her journey from social work to tech, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of social work and its transferable skills. She highlights her work with a digital health research company and her involvement in blockchain and cryptocurrency through Chain Slate, which aims to educate communities in Zambia about financial technology. Niteesa stressed the importance of patience, confidence, and continuous learning in navigating non-traditional roles. She also addressed the lack of diversity in tech conferences and the need for education and representation in these spaces.

In this episode, you will hear:
+ journey into social impact and technology
+ challenges and opportunities in cryptocurrency and blockchain
+ navigating non-traditional roles and overcoming challenges
+ diversity and inclusion in tech and crypto spaces

Guest Bio:

Niteesa Brooks is a speaker, social entrepreneur, social worker, and global program and project management leader. She has worked with organizations including NewYork-Presbyterian, Derek Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation, and early-stage health tech startups, leading large-scale digital health research studies for pharmaceutical companies. In the blockchain space, she has managed compliance and security audits for both emerging and established blockchain organizations. She’s the co-founder of Chainslate, an educational community expanding access to blockchain and crypto education in Zambia. Niteesa holds a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and is passionate about creating opportunities where technology, healthcare, and social impact intersect.

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Website: https://niteesabrooks.com
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