In this episode of the Learning from Smart People Podcast with Rob Oliver, Melissa Del Toro Schaffner talks about how to empower young people to pursue their dreams. She has created a coloring book to encourage girls to pursue occupations that are not stereotypically thought of as jobs for women. It is a powerful interview on a topic that is so important.
\nHere are a few of the high points of this conversation between Melissa Del Toro Schaffner and Rob Oliver:
\n\xb7 Melissa\u2019s experiences on \u201cWho Wants to be a Millionaire?\u201d
\n\xb7 Transitioning from an electrical engineer to an entrepreneur
\n\xb7 Appreciation for people performing analytical jobs
\n\xb7 There is no right or wrong way to become an entrepreneur
\n\xb7 The important thing about your entrepreneurial journey is to start it
\n\xb7 Creating a business that fits with your lifestyle
\n\xb7 Dealing with emotions and mental conditions
\n\xb7 The importance of empowering women
\n\xb7 The creative process of making a coloring book
\n\xb7 One of the motivating factors for starting this podcast
\n\xb7 If no one who looks like you is doing what you want to do, be the first!
\n\xb7 Finding the convergence of your skills and your interests
\n\xb7 How to leave footprints for others to follow
\n\xb7 Breaking down the constructs of limitation
\n\xb7 What does empowerment mean?
\n\xb7 Who needs to be empowered?
\n\xb7 Everybody needs empowerment at some point
\n\xb7 The power of \u201cfeelings\u201d
You can find more about Melissa Del Toro Schaffner on her website and social media. You can also check out her podcast.
\nWebsite: https://www.melissadeltoro.com
\nColoring Book: https://www.amazon.com/Careers-Little-Sisters-coloring-inspiration/dp/1535332883
\nColoring Book (Spanish): https://www.amazon.com/Profesi%C3%B3nes-para-Nuestras-Ni%C3%B1as-inspiraci%C3%B3n/dp/154284200X/
\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/melissaideltoro
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