The TenYearMe Podcast explores the journeys, challenges, and triumphs of STEM professionals as they build careers, balance personal life, and prepare for the future. Hosted by Dr. Maya Byfield, this monthly podcast brings together successful scientists, educators, and innovators to share insights on mentorship, leadership, financial growth, and ten-year goal setting. Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or parent guiding the next generation, TenYearMe offers real conversations and practical strategies to help you envision—and achieve—your best future in STEM.
he STEM careers of 2035 may not look like the STEM careers we know today.AI, biotechnology, robotics, semiconductors, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, clean energy, and other emerging fields are changing the way we work and the skills we will need.So what should students, parents, educators, and working adults be paying attention to NOW?Join us for a conversation about the future of STEM, the careers and technologies worth watching, and the skills people should start developing today.Because you don't have to know exactly what your future job will be.You do need to start preparing for the future you want.
16 Aug 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: What STEM Professionals Wish Every Parent Knew
What if parents could hear directly from STEM professionals before helping their children choose a career?In this episode of the TenYearMe Podcast, we ask STEM professionals what they wish every parent understood about careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and healthcare. From early exposure and exploration to skills, mentorship, confidence, and making informed career decisions, we uncover what really matters when preparing young people for the future.
28 Jun 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: What We Wish We Knew at 15: STEM Professionals Share Their Stories
In the age of teen takeovers, how do we prepare the next generation for the future?
Today’s teens are growing up in a world shaped by rapid technology, AI, innovation, and changing career paths. This series brings together STEM professionals to share real stories, lessons learned, and advice they wish they had at a younger age.
We’ll explore:
🔬 How STEM professionals found their path
🚀 The skills students need for the future
💡 How parents can support career exploration
🌎 The opportunities shaping tomorrow’s workforce
Because preparing the next generation requires more than good grades. It requires vision, exposure, and a plan.
#STEMEducation #STEMCareers #FutureReady #ParentsInSTEM #TeenSuccess #TenYearMe
1 Jun 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: Why Licensure and Credentials Matter in STEM
Join the conversation on why degrees alone are not always enough in STEM and healthcare careers. We will discuss the importance of professional licenses, certifications, accountability, public trust, and how students and professionals can build credible long term career pathways.
#STEM #Healthcare #Licensure #Credentials #CareerDevelopment #STEMCareers #ProfessionalGrowth #Education #Leadership #WorkforceDevelopment
26 Apr 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: Credentials That Move The Needle: Degrees, Certificates, and Stackable Pathways
What credentials actually move careers forward? We’re exploring how degrees, certificates, and stackable pathways can open doors, increase mobility, and shape long-term success. Join our panel of experts in public health, medicine, social science, and higher education for a practical conversation on credentials that make a difference. #TenYearMe #STEMCareers #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerGrowth
29 Mar 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: Student Debt in STEM: What Professionals Wish They Knew Before Borrowing
Student debt can shape your entire STEM career.
In this TenYearMe Podcast episode, we discuss what STEM professionals wish they knew before borrowing, from salary expectations to how debt influences career decisions.
If you are planning a STEM path, this is a conversation you need to hear.
15 Feb 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: Talent vs. Timing: What Really Drives Success in STEM?
We often hear that success in STEM is about talent. But what if timing, access, mentorship, and opportunity matter just as much or even more?
In this TenYearMe episode, STEM professionals share the real moments that shaped their journeys. The doors that opened. The guidance that made a difference. The opportunities that changed their trajectory.
This conversation goes beyond inspiration. It is about understanding the strategy and support systems behind long term success in STEM.
Because success is not just about being smart. It is about being supported, positioned, and prepared.
#TenYearMe #STEMCareers #STEMEducation #MentorshipMatters #WorkforceDevelopment #OpportunityInSTEM #CareerPathways
18 Jan 2026
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: The 10-Year Reset!
January is about more than resolutions—it’s about resets. In this episode, STEM professionals discuss how they really think about their careers over a 10-year horizon. From unexpected pivots and burnout to strategic pauses and reinvention, this conversation breaks down what long-term planning looks like beyond traditional career ladders. hashtags for this episode
#STEMCareers #CareerPlanning #TenYearReset #STEMProfessionals #CareerPivot #CareerReinvention #BurnoutInSTEM #FutureOfWork #STEMLeadership
#WomenInSTEM #BlackInSTEM #STEMPodcast #TenYearMe
15 Dec 2025
Work–Life Balance During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be both joyful and overwhelming—especially for STEM professionals juggling research, projects, and personal commitments. In this episode, we explore practical strategies for maintaining balance, setting boundaries, and protecting your mental space while still being present with family and friends. From recognizing early signs of burnout to using this time for reflection and planning, our experts share tips to help you finish the year strong without losing yourself in the process.
24 Nov 2025
Embracing Authenticity in Professional Settings
In this inspiring episode of the TenYearMe Podcast, our panel of Black STEM professionals explores what it truly means to bring your authentic self into the workplace—and why authenticity is a key ingredient for long-term success.
We discuss:
• Moments that shaped our understanding of authenticity
• The realities of code-switching in STEM environments
• How to balance professionalism with cultural identity
• How authenticity strengthens leadership, innovation, and workplace culture
Whether you're a high school student preparing for your future STEM path or a professional redefining your career journey, this episode will empower you to show up boldly and build the life you want in the next 10 years.
10 Oct 2025
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: Managing Workplace Conflict
Conflict is inevitable in any workplace, but how it’s managed can make the difference between a toxic environment and a thriving team. In this episode of TenYearMe, we’ll explore strategies for navigating disagreements, addressing miscommunication, and resolving tensions in ways that strengthen professional relationships rather than break them down. Our discussion will cover real-world experiences from STEM professionals, lessons learned from challenging moments, and practical tools for fostering respect, collaboration, and productivity in diverse work settings.
15 Sept 2025
🎙️ TenYearMe Podcast: Effective Communication in a Multicultural Workplace
In this episode, we explore strategies for navigating cultural differences, improving communication, and building strong workplace relationships. Learn practical tips to communicate confidently, collaborate effectively, and advance your career.🎯 Whether you're early in your STEM career or mentoring the next generation, this conversation is for you.#TenYearMe #CareerGrowth #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceCommunication
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