Joanna Kaniewska from T Shaped uncovers career planning strategies for STEM professionals, helping you grow and shape a career that aligns with your goals and passion. Discover what accomplished scientists, engineers, and innovators have done to reach their current positions and learn about their paths to leadership. Through success stories and challenges faced, see how passion can be channeled into fulfilling careers. It features exclusive interviews, invaluable career planning tips, and key leadership insights. You'll hear about successful academic careers, transitions from academia to industry and big tech, governmental positions in STEM, and STEM roles in the non-profit sector. Whether you're an aspiring scientist, an established STEM professional, or simply captivated by inspiring career stories, this podcast is your ideal source. Hit subscribe, and get ready to transform your career path.
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Welcome to Persistent Curiosity
Welcome to 'Persistent Curiosity' with Joanna Kaniewska from T Shaped. This short trailer explains what this podcast is all about. Subscribe now to be notified about future episodes so you can be the first to hear inspiring career and leadership stories from accomplished STEM professionals. Stay tuned and stay curious!For more information about the podcast go to www.tshaped.org/podcast
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