She's NTAP

About She's NTAP

Welcome to She’s New to America Pro. Moving to a new country shouldn’t mean starting your career from zero. This is the space for ambitious immigrant women to share their stories of growth, success, and the hard-won lessons of navigating the American professional landscape. Hosted by Azhar Imanakunova, we bridge the gap between your global experience and your American potential. Whether you’re decoding corporate culture, scaling a business, or building a new community, you belong here. Your journey isn't just about arriving - it’s about thriving.

Publisher

Azhar Imanakunova

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Feb 2026

Latest episode

3 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Aug 2026

   Ep. 7 Her Journey - Gaukhar Dossova

   Gauhar Dossova (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dossova/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dossova/)) shares her journey as an immigrant, from Kazakhstan to South Korea, Singapore, and the US. She discusses the challenges of immigration, career transitions, and cultural shocks, emphasizing the importance of trust, language learning, and adaptation. Gauhar's dream is to build a successful business while maintaining a balanced life. Takeaways Trust yourself and your intuition Language learning is crucial for integration and adaptation Building a balanced life while pursuing career success Chapters 00:00 Journey to South Korea 02:51 Challenges of Immigration 06:11 Career Transition in South Korea 08:54 Corporate Culture in South Korea 11:53 Transition to Singapore 14:46 Startup Experience in Singapore 18:11 Adapting to US Corporate Culture 20:54 Cultural Shock in the US 29:04 Building a Balanced Life

2. 

   17 Jul 2026

   Ep. 6 Her Journey - Aigul Ami

   Aigul Ami shares her journey from Almaty to London and then to the US, highlighting her experiences, challenges, and transitions. She provides valuable insights and recommendations for new immigrants and discusses her future goals as a professional coach. Takeaways Journey from Almaty to London and the US Adapting to new environments Valuable advice for new immigrants Future goals and aspirations Chapters 00:00 Journey from Almaty to London 02:26 Life in Almaty 05:32 Transition to London 07:28 Adapting to London 15:13 Transition to the US 16:59 Adapting to the US 18:42 Recommendations for New Immigrants 22:32 Future Goals

3. 

   28 May 2026

   Ep. 4 Her Journey - Anastasia

   The conversation covers Anastasia's diverse background, life before the US, living in different countries, challenges and coping strategies, her role in the community, language learning and cultural influence, psychology and coping strategies, goals and aspirations, and advice for new immigrants. Key takeaways include insights into a diverse background, language learning experiences, and adaptability in the face of challenges. Takeaways Diverse Background Language Learning Adaptability Chapters 00:00 Advice for New Immigrants

4. 

   15 May 2026

   Ep. 3 Her Journey - Katrina

   Katrina shares her journey to America, her career transition to HR, lessons learned, entrepreneurial journey, career recommendations, and reflects on her past choices with advice to her younger self. Key takeaways include the importance of following your heart and valuing soft skills over hard skills. Takeaways Follow Your Heart Soft Skills Over Hard Skills Chapters 00:00 Journey to America 10:34 Lessons Learned 16:02 Entrepreneurial Journey 26:54 Reflection and Advice

5. 

   8 May 2026

   Ep. 2 Her Journey- Alua Konkol

   The conversation covers the journey of Alua from Kazakhstan to the US, her family's support, adaptation to a new environment, lessons learned, language and cultural integration, future plans, and advice for immigrants and women. Alua's story highlights the pursuit of dreams, the importance of adaptation, and the value of community support. Takeaways Pursuing Dreams Adaptation Community Support Chapters 00:00 Journey to the US 08:12 Adapting to a New Environment 18:29 Language and Cultural Integration 28:51 Advice for Immigrants and Women

6. 

   30 Apr 2026

   Ep 1. Her Journey - Luba Inz

   The conversation covers Luba's journey to the US, her life in California, career in the event space, lessons from her previous career, transition to entrepreneurship, success in the corporate world, advice for women in the corporate world, and her future goals and dreams. The discussion also explores the concept of the 'land of opportunity' in the US. Takeaways Journey to the US and Career Transition Lessons from Previous Career Success in Corporate Career Future Goals and Dreams Land of Opportunity in the US Chapters 00:00 Journey to the US 05:56 Career in the Event Space 12:01 Transition to Entrepreneurship 20:00 Advice for Women in the Corporate World 25:00 Future Goals and Dreams

7. 

   27 Apr 2026

   Common Mistakes in Career Advancement - How to Succeed in Corporate America

   Common mistakes in corporate America and how to avoid them. Azhar shares insights on self-advocacy, respect, achievements, and feedback. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing oneself and not waiting for others to do it. Takeaways Self-advocacy is crucial Respect comes from competence, accountability, and leadership

8. 

   27 Apr 2026

   Be Loud About Your Accomplishments - How To Succeed in Corporate America with Jane

   The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and recognition, urging individuals to remind others of their accomplishments and not wait for external validation. It also highlights the significance of involving leadership in the journey of tackling challenging tasks, ensuring that they are aware of the effort and difficulties faced. Takeaways Self-advocacy Involving leadership in the journey

9. 

   27 Apr 2026

   The Power of Remembering Names - How To Succeed in Corporate America with Jane

   The conversation covers the importance of remembering names and using them, becoming genuinely interested in others, the significance of personal appearance and its impact on confidence, the importance of physical well-being, and the balance between personal enjoyment and health. These themes emphasize the value of interpersonal connections, self-care, and personal development. Takeaways Remembering and using people's names is a powerful way to make them feel valued and important. Becoming genuinely interested in others and prioritizing personal well-being are essential for building strong relationships and achieving success.

10. 

    27 Apr 2026

    Positive Framing in English for non-native speakers from Lori Friend

    The conversation covers the use of cushioning language, indirect phrasing, positive framing, and building language skills. These skills are essential for effective communication and collaboration in business and can be developed with practice and repetition. Takeaways Cushioning language softens the message and creates a collaborative atmosphere. Pronunciation patterns can be changed with practice and repetition.

11. 

    27 Apr 2026

    How to improve American Pronunciation with Lori Friend

    Lori Friend shares insights on improving pronunciation and communication style for Russian speakers in the American workplace. She covers pronunciation patterns, rhythm and intonation, and communication style, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and effective communication. Takeaways Pronunciation patterns can be changed with practice and repetition. American intonation and rhythm can be learned by listening and imitating native speakers. Softening communication style and using cushioning language can improve perception in professional settings. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:24 Transition to Pronunciation Patterns 20:59 Rhythm and Intonation Differences 34:05 Communication Style and Adaptability

12. 

    27 Apr 2026

    Importance of Building Your Personal Brand with Maria Gordienko

    The conversation covers the importance of personal messaging, catching human's attention, discovering oneself before content creation, understanding values and goals, reframing and behavioral psychology, clarity and freedom in personal branding, motivation vs. discipline in personal branding, understanding self and psychology in business and life, the role of organizational psychologists, bridging the gap between founders and employees, AI and founder's decision-making patterns, translating emotional to business language, corporate language and communication, and the final goal of helping people tell their story. Takeaways Understanding values through negative emotions Clarity and freedom in personal branding Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Maria 05:32 Understanding Values and Goals 13:00 Motivation vs. Discipline in Personal Branding 20:12 Understanding Self and Psychology in Life 25:16 AI and Founder's Decision-Making Patterns

13. 

    24 Feb 2026

    Ep. 1 — Community, Team Dynamics & Finding Your Superpower

    She Is New to America Pro Podcast | Ep. 1 — Community, Team Dynamics & Finding Your Superpower ft. Azhar Imanakunova Welcome to the very first episode of the She Is New to America Pro Podcast! 🎙️ Our host Luba Inz – COO, Business Systems & Growth Strategist, journalist at heart, and first-generation immigrant – sits down with Azhar Imanakunova, the founder of She Is New to America Pro, to open this new chapter together. In this founding episode, Azhar shares the origin story of the community: from a single tweet that received 495 responses to a thriving space of 250+ ambitious immigrant women. Together, Azhar and Luba dive deep into team dynamics, self-discovery, leadership without a title, and how cultural backgrounds shape the way we communicate and grow in Corporate America. Whether you're just starting your career journey in the U.S. or already at the C-suite level, this conversation will give you practical tools, honest stories, and a lot of inspiration. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — The origin story: why Azhar created She Is New to America Pro 05:07 — Why the podcast is in English: going global 07:07 — Mentorship, leadership program & taking up space without asking for permission 18:46 — Team dynamics: building teams around strengths, not just job descriptions 24:46 — The 16 Personalities test story 30:38 — How to discover your superpower 41:02 — How to transform a complacent team into a high-performer 51:03 — Luba's career journey: from marketing assistant to COO 56:27 — The "replace yourself" mindset 58:39 — How to self-advocate and negotiate without burning bridges 01:04:00 — Book rec: The Culture Map by Erin Meyer — a must-read for immigrant professionals 01:07:00 — Cultural differences in communication: Russian, Kazakh, and American styles 🔗 Connect with our community: She Is New to America Pro — https://community.newtoamerica.pro/ (https://community.newtoamerica.pro/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-to-america-pro (https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-to-america-pro) 📚 Mentioned in this episode: The Culture Map — Erin Meyer Radical Candor — Kim Scott 16Personalities test — https://www.16personalities.com (https://www.16personalities.com) -- She Is New to America Pro is a community for immigrant women building careers in Corporate America. This podcast brings you real conversations, real stories, and real tools – so you can walk away stronger, clearer, and more confident in your own path.

14. 

    14 Feb 2026

    Let's meet our founders

    The conversation delves into the expectations and beginnings of a community, exploring the concept of hypnosis and sharing personal stories. It then transitions into the journey of co-founders, the dynamics of partnership, and the impact of collaboration, concluding with a focus on shared vision and mutual growth. The conversation delves into the significance of community and its impact on personal and professional growth. It also explores the role of women's communities and the power they hold in shaping the future. The themes of community, professionalism, and personal growth are central to the discussion, highlighting the transformative influence of supportive networks and the pursuit of individual development. Takeaways Community co-founding and partnership The power of storytelling and personal experiences Importance of Community Professionalism and Personal Growth Chapters 00:00 Expectations and Community Beginnings 08:23 The Journey of Co-Founders 17:30 The Dynamics of Partnership 26:04 The Impact of Collaboration 36:02 Shared Vision and Mutual Growth 47:19 The Power of Community 01:07:37 The Role of Women's Communities

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