S3EP3-Dr. Anokhi Kapasi-STEM Moms Unite: Balancing Careers and Kids

September 15
47 mins

Episode Description

Dr. Anokhi Kapasi joins us for a riveting chat that dives deep into the world of homeschooling and career mastery for moms in STEM! Picture this: a super-smart biomedical researcher, a talented consultant, and an entrepreneurial wizard all rolled into one, while also juggling the demands of homeschooling two energetic boys. Anokhi spills the beans on her journey from the traditional workforce to creating her own path with 'Solve for Mom' and her podcast, 'Science Careers for Moms.' She shares how she transitioned from being a full-time professional to a homeschooling mom, sculpting a life that merges both her passions seamlessly. The conversation is packed with insightful moments as Anokhi recounts the spark that ignited her decision to homeschool—her son advocating for it! Who knew kids could be so persuasive? Anokhi's anecdotes about the challenges and triumphs of homeschooling reveal not just the day-to-day logistics, but also the deeper emotional connections that blossom when learning happens outside the classroom walls. From the messy chaos of hands-on experiments to the 'aha' moments that make everything worthwhile, she illustrates how education can happen in the most unexpected places. And guess what? It's not just about academics; it's about nurturing a lifelong love for learning, which is something we all can get behind!

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Dr. Anokhi Kapasi, PhD has built a portfolio career across biomedical research, consulting, and entrepreneurship. Anokhi is a biomedical researcher who has worked in scientific consulting for over 12 years while homeschooling her 2 boys. As a working mom in STEM, she’s had to solve the problem of how to stay a serious professional while designing a family life she actually wants. This led Anokhi to creating her company Solve for Mom and hosting the successful podcast, *Science Careers for Moms,* where *s*he brings a systems thinking approach to work–life balance. Through her signature framework, the Career-Life Integration Protocol (CLIP™), Anokhi helps moms in science & tech turn messy trade-offs into clear career decisions—so they can continue grow their careers without the rest of their life falling apart.

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