We celebrate and empower modern Asian women—bold leaders, changemakers, and dreamers—who are breaking barriers and redefining success. Through real stories of resilience and ambition, we aim to build meaningful connections, offer actionable insights, and inspire others to own their power. By showcasing journeys of trailblazing Asians, we’re creating a thriving community that sparks transformation both within ourselves and in the spaces we navigate. By shining a spotlight on authentic stories of perseverance, growth, and success, we aim to rewrite the narrative and show what happens when boldness and identity intersect. Led by Dr. Sohee Jun, a premier leadership coach, author and global speaker; each episode creates a space where women feel seen, supported, and inspired to overcome challenges and embrace their full potential. This is more than just a podcast—it’s a call to action. Together, we amplify voices, celebrate achievements, and shape a future where opportunities are boundless. Subscribe today and share it with your community. Visit https://soheejunphd.com/ (soheejunphd.com) to explore Dr. Sohee’s coaching services, books, resources, and tools designed to help you thrive. Let’s rewrite the story of what’s possible—together.
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We celebrate and empower modern Asian women—bold leaders, changemakers, and dreamers—who are breaking barriers and redefining success. Through real stories of resilience and ambition, we aim to build meaningful connections, offer actionable insights, and inspire others to own their power. By showcasing journeys of trailblazing Asians, we’re creating a thriving community that sparks transformation both within ourselves and in the spaces we navigate. By shining a spotlight on authentic stories of perseverance, growth, and success, we aim to rewrite the narrative and show what happens when boldness and identity intersect. Led by Dr. Sohee Jun, a premier leadership coach, author and global speaker; each episode creates a space where women feel seen, supported, and inspired to overcome challenges and embrace their full potential. This is more than just a podcast—it’s a call to action. Together, we amplify voices, celebrate achievements, and shape a future where opportunities are boundless. Subscribe today and share it with your community. Visit https://soheejunphd.com/ (soheejunphd.com) to explore Dr. Sohee’s coaching services, books, resources, and tools designed to help you thrive. Let’s rewrite the story of what’s possible—together.
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Recent Episodes
July 22, 2026
From Main Street to Wall Street + Beyond: How Grace Chung Built Success Through Radical Candor
<p>What does it take to go from growing up in an immigrant community in Queens to becoming a trusted HR partner to C-suite executives at some of the world's most complex organizations?</p><p>In this rich, practical, and deeply personal conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Grace Chung — global HR business leader, consultant, and one of the most radically candid women you'll ever hear in conversation. Grace doesn't just talk about truth-telling. She lives it. And in this episode, she shares exactly how that has made her the go-to trusted partner for leaders navigating growth, change, and uncertainty.</p><p>From her parallel upbringing with Sohee — a pastor's home full of people from every walk of life — to landing her first client as a new entrepreneur by holding firm on her pricing, Grace brings the kind of grounded, practical wisdom that makes you want to take notes and take action.</p><p>And then she said something that stopped everything:</p><p>"The modern Asian female knows there's space for others just like her. And when there seems not to be — she creates it."</p><p></p><p>This episode is for the woman who has the answer at the tip of her tongue and stays quiet. For the one still running in seventh gear. For the one waiting for a seat at a table she should be building herself.</p><p></p><p><strong>What You'll Learn in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Grace's origin story — from growing up in Queens in an immigrant community to navigating Wall Street and beyond</li><li>How her upbringing in a pastor's home full of people from every walk of life shaped her ability to build trust and community</li><li>The two things Grace most commonly sees limiting Asian women in the workplace — and what to do about them</li><li>How to give direct, candid feedback in a way that people can actually receive — and the exact language to use</li><li>Why over-rehearsing and hesitating when you already have the answer is costing Asian women in the room</li><li>The "do it afraid" moment that defined her early entrepreneurship — and how she held her pricing under pressure</li><li>Why business development is really just genuine connection and curiosity — not networking events</li><li>How to come back to center during the inevitable "oh shit" moments of entrepreneurship</li><li>What agility and a "tapas approach" to career looks like for the modern Asian professional</li><li>How to lead through uncertainty by investing in connection, trust, and curiosity on your team</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Quotes From This Episode:</strong></p><p>"The modern Asian female knows there's space for others just like her. And when there seems not to be — she creates it." — Grace Chung</p><p>"True hope is a confident expectation in a future reality that is unseen." — Grace Chung</p><p>"When you have the answer — what's holding you back?" — Grace Chung</p><p>"Do it afraid."</p><p>"There's always a next. There is always a next." — Dr. Sohee Jun</p><p>"You are learning in two weeks, two months, what most people would take two years, ten years to learn."</p><p>"Business development is the connection between you and somebody — helping them solve a problem in a generous way." — Dr. Sohee Jun</p><p>"It's not a life sentence one way or another — whether it's in-house or consulting."</p><p>"There's so much more that ties us together than pulls us apart."</p><p></p><p><strong>Reflection Questions for You:</strong></p><ol><li>Where in your life are you still running in seventh gear — the survival mode that got you here? Is that gear still serving you, or are you just afraid of who you'd be without it?</li><li>Think about the last room where you had the answer at the tip of your tongue and stayed quiet. What was really holding you back — and who might have been changed if you'd let yourself be heard, unrehearsed?</li><li>Grace said that when there isn't space for a woman like her, she creates it. Whose door are you holding open right now — and where do you need to stop waiting for a seat and build the room yourself?</li></ol><br/><p><strong>About Grace Chung</strong></p><p>Grace Chung is a global business HR leader and partner to C-level executives and their organizations. She has led through significant growth and change, enabling people leaders to drive meaningful business outcomes across life science, financial services, and tech. Grace has also consulted across biotech, real estate tech, CPG/eCommerce, management consulting, and nonprofits. She grew up in Queens, New York City and lives in Princeton with her husband and two kids.</p><p></p><p><strong>Connect with Grace:</strong></p><p>LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gracechung1</p><p></p><p><strong>About Dr. Sohee Jun</strong></p><p>Dr. Sohee Jun is the founder of "asian, like me…" — a podcast and community for the modern Asian woman redefining what it means to thrive. A Korean immigrant, executive coach, author, and entrepreneur, Sohee has spent over 20 years helping high-achieving women navigate culture, career, and identity. She is also the founder of EVRten, a wellness brand for women who are ever curious and growth focused.</p><p></p><p><strong>Resources & Links:</strong></p><ul><li>Connect with Grace Chung on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gracechung1</li><li>Explore Dr. Sohee's bestselling books — Mommytracked & The Aligned Mindset: https://soheejunphd.com/books</li><li>Connect with Dr. Sohee to explore 1:1 coaching: www.soheejunphd.com</li><li>Connect with Dr. Sohee to explore speaking at your company or event: https://soheejunphd.com/contact</li><li>Explore Dr. Sohee's wellness products: www.evrten.com</li><li>SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and don't miss a drop: https://soheejunphd.com/insights</li></ul><br/><p></p><p><strong>Enjoyed This Episode? </strong></p><ul><li>Share this with the woman in your life who has the answer and keeps staying quiet. </li><li>Leave a review — it helps the next woman who needs this find her way here.</li><li>Subscribe to Dr. Sohee Jun's newsletter at www.soheejunphd.com</li><li>Follow "asian, like me…" on your favorite podcast platform</li></ul><br/>
July 8, 2026
Fail More, Fear Less: Selena Rezvani on Being Wired for Safety, Burnout + Doing It Afraid
<p>What if the thing that's been holding you back isn't fear — it's your refusal to make a mess?</p><p>In this rich, honest, and deeply relatable conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Selena Rezvani — Wall Street Journal bestselling author, leadership speaker, and Forbes-named premier expert on self-advocacy at work. They go off the stage together, getting under the hood of Selena's Pakistani upbringing, the chaos of her family of origin, and how a girl who learned to be quiet, good, and invisible grew up to write books about confidence and self-advocacy.</p><p>This episode is for the woman who is still waiting until she's ready. Still perfecting. Still watching from the sidelines. Selena's message is both a permission slip and a push: you have a righting reflex. Trust it. Do it afraid.</p><p><strong>What You'll Learn in This Episode</strong></p><ul><li>Selena's origin story — from a chaotic Pakistani-immigrant household to becoming a WSJ bestselling author and global leadership speaker</li><li>How growing up with an intense, workaholic father shaped her relationship with achievement, rest, and burnout</li><li>Why perfectionism is a system built on unattainable standards — and how to start deconditioning yourself from it</li><li>The difference between excellence and perfectionism — and why Asian women in particular get caught in the trap</li><li>How Selena almost talked herself out of the LinkedIn newsletter that went viral, became a community, and led to four books</li><li>Why "doing it afraid" is the only real path to building self-trust and confidence</li><li>What it means to not gaslight yourself out of something that genuinely energizes you</li><li>The concept of the "righting reflex" — and why you're more capable of adapting than you think</li><li>What gives Selena hope: women refusing to settle for suboptimal</li><li>How to fill your own energy tank — and why even your best days can drain you</li></ul><br/><p><strong>Quotes From This Episode</strong></p><p>"Do it afraid." — Selena Rezvani</p><p>"You are not served by gaslighting yourself into working harder — turning a capacity issue into a personal failing."</p><p>"Perfectionism is a system built on unattainable, out of touch standards. The more you get close but don't quite get it, the more you chase it."</p><p>"Stop taking it so deadly seriously. Have a little fun. Live a little."</p><p>"You are missing out on a huge part of life that's not just rule-following and trying to get a grade back that proves your worth."</p><p>"A modern Asian woman knows where she's come from — but she's not obligated to stay there."</p><p>"If there's a nudge and it keeps coming up, you've got to give it energy and put it out there." — Dr. Sohee Jun</p><p>"I'm doing it anyway. I'm trying it anyway."</p><p>"You have a righting reflex. No matter how sideways things go."</p><p><strong>Reflection Questions for You</strong></p><ol><li>What would you tell your younger self to do more of — or less of — and why?</li><li>In what ways have you gaslit yourself or talked yourself out of doing something you were genuinely excited about?</li><li>What does it look like to fill up your own energy reserves in this season — and how can you do more of that?</li></ol><br/><p><strong>About Selena Rezvani</strong></p><p>Selena Rezvani is a leadership speaker, author, and consultant known for her practical, no-nonsense advice on thriving at work. She is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable Teams — part of her popular "Quick" series that began with Quick Confidence. A recognized authority on leadership and self-advocacy, Selena's work has been featured by The Today Show, NPR, Forbes, and The Washington Post.</p><p>As a LinkedIn Learning instructor whose courses have been viewed by millions, Selena is known for breaking down complex workplace dynamics into simple, actionable strategies. She has advised leaders and teams at organizations like Microsoft, Under Armour, and The World Bank.</p><p>Connect with Selena:</p><ul><li>Website: <a href="http://www.selenarezvani.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.selenarezvani.com</a></li><li>Instagram: @selenarezvani</li><li>LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/selenarezvani</li><li>TikTok: @selenarezvani</li><li>Facebook: SelenaRezvaniOfficial</li><li>Twitter/X: @selenarezvani</li></ul><br/><p><strong>About Dr. Sohee Jun</strong></p><p>Dr. Sohee Jun is the founder of "asian, like me…" — a podcast and community for the modern Asian woman redefining what it means to thrive. A Korean immigrant, executive coach, author, and entrepreneur, Sohee has spent over 20 years helping high-achieving women navigate culture, career, and identity. She is also the founder of EVRten, a wellness brand for women who are ever curious and growth focused.</p><p><strong>Resources & Links</strong></p><ul><li>Pick up Selena's latest book: <u><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Leadership-Selena-Rezvani/dp/1394339798" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Quick Leadership</a></u> — available where all books are sold</li><li>Explore Selena's full book series: <u><a href="http://www.selenarezvani.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.selenarezvani.com</a></u></li><li>Pick up Dr. Sohee's book — <u><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Aligned-Mindset-Secrets-High-Achieving-Navigating/dp/B0DG6T9WV5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HPWRCMFORLK5&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gun3JQPdqTyTbAzkTN5BKRCkupKv3Co8-KsJ_korW2QanuljXa1i5iyQ3PJ5lW9FL954K-WSux1vgEYRQ0tPQzSWS4zrqFNegaJmwiiS64bEEhR5t7CF-8tUDP39L3XjRcotNuYxk0PKTI75OD3bnkcnwNVvqLgxxNEAThzw9ciEoVuKNjXnkP4Sa-rAH-SZeFwqw3orBViiGAdINTL0yhRptiwQ3e6dQpUY4z70IBg.I1h_K85eC74NRGerHTkF-YIaNDqub65WXprlxzHjCy0&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+aligned+mindset&qid=1783023654&s=books&sprefix=the+aligned+mindset%2Cstripbooks%2C138&sr=1-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Aligned Mindset</a></u> (featuring a forward by Selena Rezvani!)</li><li>Listen to The Aligned Mindset on Audible: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/books" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/books</a></u></li><li>Connect with Dr. Sohee to explore 1:1 coaching: <u><a href="http://www.soheejunphd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.soheejunphd.com</a></u></li><li>Connect with Dr. Sohee to explore speaking at your company or event: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/contact</a></u></li><li>Explore Dr. Sohee's wellness products: <u><a href="http://www.evrten.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.evrten.com</a></u></li><li>SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and don't miss a drop: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/insights" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/insights</a></u></li></ul><br/><p><strong>Enjoyed This Episode?</strong></p><ul><li>Send this to your work wives — right now, in your WhatsApp group chat</li><li>Leave a review — it helps the community grow</li><li>Subscribe to Dr. Sohee Jun's newsletter at <a href="http://www.soheejunphd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.soheejunphd.com</a></li><li>Follow "asian, like me…" on your favorite podcast platform</li></ul><br/><p>This is your space to feel seen, heard, and inspired. Let's grow together.</p>
June 24, 2026
Enhance, Don't Erase: Kelly Zhang on Beauty, Entrepreneurship, and Betting on Yourself
<p><strong>Episode Description</strong></p><p>What does it mean to enhance — not erase — who you are?</p><p>In this warm, honest, and deeply inspiring conversation, Dr. Sohee Jun sits down with Kelly Zhang — celebrity makeup artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Kelly Zhang Agency — for a live, in-person recording that feels like two old friends finally having the conversation they've always meant to have.</p><p>Kelly came to the U.S. at 11 years old without speaking a word of English. Today she leads an agency of 40 artists, runs her own makeup line, and does makeup for some of the world's biggest celebrities. Her journey is one of trusting the nudge, betting on herself, and building something beautiful — one step at a time.</p><p>This episode is for the woman who has been waiting for the right time. The right moment. The right sign. Kelly's message is simple and powerful: don't wait.</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>What You'll Learn in This Episode</strong></p><ul><li>Kelly's origin story — from immigrant teenager to celebrity makeup artist and multi-hyphenate entrepreneur</li><li>How a gap in the market (finding an Asian makeup artist who understood her face) became the foundation of her business</li><li>Why entrepreneurship is never a solo journey — and how to pay attention to the people who illuminate the path for you</li><li>The philosophy of "less is more" — in beauty and in business</li><li>What it really means to enhance someone's beauty rather than erase it — and why that distinction matters deeply for Asian women</li><li>How Kelly thinks about hiring, building a team, and letting go of the wrong people fast</li><li>Why balance is a myth — and what seasons of life actually look like for a working mom and entrepreneur</li><li>What she would tell the version of herself who was just starting out</li></ul><br/><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Quotes From This Episode</strong></p><p>"If you wait, there might never be a chance. You just have to get something started."</p><p>"I try to only enhance the look — not erase everything."</p><p>"Hire smarter people than you."</p><p>"I don't believe in balance. Once you want it to be balanced, the other side's going to come down."</p><p>"Everything happened for a reason. Just do your best at that moment and don't think so far ahead."</p><p>"We were so busy doing the work and not talking about our work." — Dr. Sohee Jun</p><p>"Don't be shy. Just go ahead and do it."</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Reflection Questions for You</strong></p><ol><li>What inspired you most in this conversation — and what jumped out at you from Kelly's story?</li><li>Who are the people in your life who have helped shape your path — and have you thanked them lately?</li><li>In this season of your life, how do you define balance — and is there anything that needs to shift or be deprioritized?</li><li>Where are you waiting — and what would it look like to just get it started?</li><li>In what areas of your life are you trying to erase yourself instead of enhance who you already are?</li></ol><br/><p></p><p></p><p><strong>About Kelly Zhang</strong></p><p>Kelly Zhang is a highly sought-after celebrity makeup and hair artist known for her ability to create radiant, natural looks that make clients feel their absolute best. With expertise in both glowing, flawless makeup and effortless hair styling, Kelly delivers a seamless, polished look for red carpets, editorial shoots, and high-profile events. She leads Kelly Zhang Agency — a team of 40 artists — and has her own makeup line built on the philosophy of less is more.</p><p>Follow Kelly on Instagram: <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kellyzhangagency/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@kellyzhangagency</a></u></p><p><u><a href="https://kellyzhang.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kellyzhang.com/</a></u></p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>About Dr. Sohee Jun</strong></p><p>Dr. Sohee Jun is the founder of "asian, like me…" — a podcast and community for the modern Asian woman redefining what it means to thrive. A Korean immigrant, executive coach, author, and entrepreneur, Sohee has spent over 20 years helping high-achieving women navigate culture, career, and identity. She is also the founder of EVRten, a wellness brand for women who are ever curious and growth focused.</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Resources & Links</strong></p><ul><li>Dr. Sohee’s Summer Learning Series: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/summer-series" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/summer-series</a></u></li><li>Follow Kelly Zhang: @kellyzhangagency on Instagram</li><li>Learn more about Kelly Zhang Agency: <u><a href="http://kellyzhang.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">kellyzhang.com</a></u></li><li>Nourish Protein Bar by EVRten: <u><a href="http://www.evrten.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.evrten.com</a></u></li><li>Connect with Dr. Sohee to explore 1:1 coaching:<u><a href="http://www.soheejunphd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> www.soheejunphd.com</a></u></li><li>Connect with Dr. Sohee to explore speaking at your company or event: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/contact</a></u></li><li>Explore Dr. Sohee's bestselling books: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/books" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/books</a></u></li><li>SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and don't miss a drop: <u><a href="https://soheejunphd.com/insights" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://soheejunphd.com/insights</a></u></li><li>Get your free Self Care Assessment:<u><a href="https://mailchi.mp/1c5b4ef4d440/alm-free-download" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mailchi.mp/1c5b4ef4d440/alm-free-download</a></u></li></ul><br/><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Enjoyed This Episode?</strong></p><ul><li>Share it with the woman in your life who has been waiting for the right time to start</li><li>Tag us on Instagram — @soheejunphd and @kellyzhangagency</li><li>Leave a review — it helps the community grow</li><li>Subscribe to Dr. Sohee Jun's newsletter at <a href="http://www.soheejunphd.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.soheejunphd.com</a></li><li>Follow "asian, like me…" on your favorite podcast platform</li></ul><br/><p>This is your space to feel seen, heard, and inspired. Let's grow together.</p>
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