About this episode

Sisters discuss their significant life changes, including a PhD journey and an adventurous RV trip across the U.S.

PhD, Ramen, and Rage-Quitting Toxic Systems: Sisters share their massive life-changing adventures Michelle relives a massive life change she accomplished—finishing a UC Berkeley neuroscience PhD! She opens up about her imposter syndrome, a “break-you-down” advisor, and a last-second attempt to block graduation that failed because the committee signed anyway. See ya later, advisorgator. She uses the PhD in pharma, climbs to VP, then leaves after a reorg tried to demote her. She took their generous offer without looking back, using the funds and her skill to build a consulting business (Leaders in Medical Affairs). She argues the years will pass regardless, so spend them learning, even if you’re broke enough to chase free pizza and rescue sandwich ends. Kimberly similarly takes a huge plunge into the unknown when she sells her house, buys an RV despite zero experience, and road-trips nine months across the U.S. with her disabled five-year-old son and 18-year-old daughter. It wasn't without preparation, however, as she spent a year learning everything-RV via YouTube and bootcamp. The 9-month adventure took them to California, the Florida Keys, and roadside weirdness, then returning…

People in this episode

Host: Kimberly Leetch

Guest: Michelle

Topics covered

• PhD journey
• life changes
• toxic systems
• consulting business
• RV travel
• mental health
• personal growth

Keywords

• PhD
• neuroscience
• consulting
• RV travel
• toxic career
• personal development
• imposter syndrome
• mental health
• life changes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: UC Berkeley, Leaders in Medical Affairs

Places: California, Florida Keys

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