
Too Smart For This
Too Smart For This is a podcast hosted by Alexis Barber that offers candid, no-nonsense commentary on everyday ignorance and poor decision-making. The show encourages listeners to think critically and avoid being stupid. It is independently produced, with more information available on the host's website, alexisbarber.nyc.
Episodes

5 Steps To Turning Your Expertise Into Career Leverage
Hello stars,What a treat to see so many of you tune into my live this morning! Anyone who couldn’t make it, catch the recording here and on my YouTube.My biggest pet peeve with building “personal brands” is that most people compare themselves to the wrong person.You’ve been holding yourself to some invisible content standard: a podcast a week, a YouTube a week, three TikToks a day, two Instagram p

Crying at the Ritz Paris
In 2023, on my very first trip to Paris, a man I loved leaned across the bar at the Ritz and told me I didn't have the resilience to be an entrepreneur. I cried. Three years later I walked back into that same bar after speaking at Cannes Lions, took the last seat, ordered a French 75, and toasted a year with multiple six figures, 50+ women coached into their own brands, and a second book underway.

We paid $250k to learn how to build an empire. Here's how it's going...
a year after walking across the wharton stage, all three of us ended up somewhere we didn't expect: in a portfolio career, in the creator economy, and nowhere near the linear corporate path we were sold. so we went live on substack to talk about it honestly.hannah, simmi and i covered why we went, what we actually got, what we'd do differently, and the moment near the end where we each named the b

From Nurse to Billion-Dollar Founder | Monique Rodriguez (Mielle Organics)
Monique Rodriguez went from being a registered nurse to building Mielle Organics, an organic multicultural haircare brand that was acquired by Procter & Gamble in a 9-figure, non-controlling deal — making her the first Black woman to secure this type of investment. And she did it with no business background, no MBA, and years of bootstrapping.If you're trying to figure out how to start somethi

No one is coming to give you permission: how to activate your power
If you're tired of waiting for the right job, the right opportunity, or the right moment to finally feel powerful — this episode is your wake-up call.The truth is, power isn't something you build from scratch. It's not waiting for you at the next job title, the next salary bump, or the next milestone. The power is already within you — you just need to stop giving it away to circumstances, external

The Power of Taste: A Masterclass in Power and Poise with Former LVMH Chairman Pauline Brown
Ladies, grab your notebooks, this episode is an absolute masterclass. This week’s guest is Pauline Brown, the former Chairman of LVMH North America, a board member who's worked with companies like Estée Lauder, Carlyle Group, and Neiman Marcus, and now an author, professor, and entrepreneur building a life and career entirely on her own terms. She's also one of the most thoughtful people you'll he

From good girl to powerful woman: An ambitious girl's guide to reclaiming your power
This episode is about power, and we're not apologizing for it. Ambitious women are taught to serve everyone else, be the good girl, and never admit they want to be powerful. But your power is already within you, and this episode is about how to stop accidentally giving it away and step into your full power as a woman.Power isn't the money, the titles, or the degrees. It's not even the relationship

Your dream life is one DM away: the 100 connections challenge ft. Phoebe Dodds
If you want to build a powerful network without draining your social battery or working the room like a used car salesman, this episode is for you.Phoebe Dodds is a global connector, ecosystem builder, co-founder of Social Capital, and the woman Harvard Business Review, Vogue, and Forbes turn to when they want to talk about the future of relationships and business. She's built connections across c

The Ambitious Woman's Guide To Not Settling ft. Jodie Taylor
Happy Valentine's Day my beautiful friends! Jodie Taylor is back, and this episode couldn't have come at a better time.Jodie is a Senior Director of DEI at Sony Music Group, Northwestern alum, and one of the most followed voices in the ambitious women space. She's been featured in the New York Times, Vogue, and The Cut — and she's one of the first people Alexis has seen put into actual words what

How to Build Your Dream Career in 2026 With High Agency & Personal Branding ft. LinkedIn's Julia Cabral
Hiiii angels, surprise! I'm back with a bonus episode with the one and only Julia Cabral, Senior Director of Product Marketing at LinkedIn.We chat about her career pivot from finance to marketing, why today's job market requires you to take agency over your own career path, and how building your personal brand on LinkedIn isn't optional anymore whether you're a creator, corporate girly, or entrepr

Style is strategy: Your guide to finding your look in 2026
ABOUT THIS EPISODEWe’re back for Week 5 of the Alignment Edit and this week is allll about your look. And before you think this is going to be some superficial beauty standards thing, it's not. Well, mostly. This is about the mental energy you're spending every single day either actively criticizing how you look or passively not showing up the way you want to because you haven't figured out what a

You Can’t Outperform Your Environment: How to design your space for momentum and ease
ABOUT THIS EPISODE Hii angels! Welcome to Week 4 of the Alignment Edit, where Alexis is talking about your space and why the environment you live in matters more than you think.Alexis has been obsessed with beautiful environments since she discovered a Pottery Barn catalog in her aunt's bathroom at age 6 (she’s obviously been an aesthetic icon ever since). Growing up in chaotic, difficult spaces m

What smart girls were never taught about money
ABOUT THIS EPISODEHello Angels! Alexis is calling in from Miami (at the EDITION hotel, living her best life, obviously) to talk about the hardest part of the Alignment Edit: money.Money has been the biggest thing in her life since she was a kid — growing up on food stamps, being the scholarship kid at boarding school, then taking out six figures in student loans at Wharton. After graduating into a

What smart girls were never taught about money
ABOUT THIS EPISODEHello Angels! Alexis is calling in from Miami (at the EDITION hotel, living her best life, obviously) to talk about the hardest part of the Alignment Edit: money.Money has been the biggest thing in her life since she was a kid — growing up on food stamps, being the scholarship kid at boarding school, then taking out six figures in student loans at Wharton. After graduating into a

You can't build a big life in a body you're ignoring — the alignment edit, week 2
ABOUT THIS EPISODEWelcome to Part 2 of the Alignment Edit, where we're tackling health and wellness. But this isn't about becoming an Olympic-level athlete or a wellness queen, this is about shifting from viewing wellness as punishment to seeing it as a practice that protects your mind, your energy, and your ability to show up for the life you're building.After all, we are nothing without our heal

The enemy of great is good: how to turn your B+ life into an A+
ABOUT THIS EPISODEYour problem isn't that your life is a disaster. Your problem is that you have a pretty good situation, and you want a great one.Welcome to Week 1 of the Alignment Edit, where we're tackling personal systems — the foundation for everything else. Most of you are already killing it. You're smart, you're capable, and you're checking all the boxes. But you're stuck in what Gay Hendri

9 Rules Ambitious Material Girls Follow for Smart, Stylish & Savvy Lives
ABOUT THIS EPISODEShe's so back, angels. After 186 episodes and a 10-month break, Alexis is returning to the mic for good, and we're all the better for it.After burning out hard and spending the last 10 months writing on Substack, Alexis learned some things. Actually, she learned a lot of things. About what it means to run toward something you want to enjoy versus running away from what scares you

You can't build a big life in a body you're ignoring — the alignment edit, week 2
ABOUT THIS EPISODEWelcome to Part 2 of the Alignment Edit, where we're tackling health and wellness. But this isn't about becoming an Olympic-level athlete or a wellness queen, this is about shifting from viewing wellness as punishment to seeing it as a practice that protects your mind, your energy, and your ability to show up for the life you're building.After all, we are nothing without our heal

The enemy of great is good: how to turn your B+ life into an A+
ABOUT THIS EPISODEYour problem isn't that your life is a disaster. Your problem is that you have a pretty good situation, and you want a great one.Welcome to Week 1 of the Alignment Edit, where we're tackling personal systems — the foundation for everything else. Most of you are already killing it. You're smart, you're capable, and you're checking all the boxes. But you're stuck in what Gay Hendri

9 Rules Ambitious Material Girls Follow for Smart, Stylish & Savvy Lives
ABOUT THIS EPISODEShe's so back, angels. After 186 episodes and a 10-month break, Alexis is returning to the mic for good, and we're all the better for it.After burning out hard and spending the last 10 months writing on Substack, Alexis learned some things. Actually, she learned a lot of things. About what it means to run toward something you want to enjoy versus running away from what scares you

185. the secret weapon is you: how to finally unlock the answers within yourself
According to my extremely hyperbolic mother, I was a “child genius” who taught myself to read when I was three.According to childhood developmental statistics, I highly doubt that this was true, but I do have proof that I listed “author” as my dream job in kindergarten. By second grade, I took great pride in my daily struts to the fifth-grade classroom to get new chapter books, sporting pigtails a

185. the secret weapon is you: how to finally unlock the answers within yourself
According to my extremely hyperbolic mother, I was a “child genius” who taught myself to read when I was three.According to childhood developmental statistics, I highly doubt that this was true, but I do have proof that I listed “author” as my dream job in kindergarten. By second grade, I took great pride in my daily struts to the fifth-grade classroom to get new chapter books, sporting pigtails a

How to Plan 2025 Like a Pro: Goal Setting, Life Audit & New Systems
We’re diving deep into my goal setting process for 2025, which consists of 3 steps: Reflection, Excavation, and Dreaming. I jam packed this guide with all the tips and resources I’v gathered from a year of doing it all! I hope that by the end of it you have a clear idea of how you want to experience your year and have an action plan for goals that you feel connected to and inspired by.Get access t

How to Plan 2025 Like a Pro: Goal Setting, Life Audit & New Systems
We’re diving deep into my goal setting process for 2025, which consists of 3 steps: Reflection, Excavation, and Dreaming. I jam packed this guide with all the tips and resources I’v gathered from a year of doing it all! I hope that by the end of it you have a clear idea of how you want to experience your year and have an action plan for goals that you feel connected to and inspired by.Get access t

184. 26th birthday reflections: 7 lessons from a year of chaos
They say going to grad school in your 20s is a cop-out. Maybe it is: the shield of academic prestige has certainly been a comfort, but today I can say that the whirlwind of personal growth my master’s degree has prompted has left me with no choice but to surrender. Yeah, it’s that bad, but that’s (unfortunately for my nervous system, fortunately for the stories my home friends get to hear) ultimat

184. 26th birthday reflections: 7 lessons from a year of chaos
They say going to grad school in your 20s is a cop-out. Maybe it is: the shield of academic prestige has certainly been a comfort, but today I can say that the whirlwind of personal growth my master’s degree has prompted has left me with no choice but to surrender. Yeah, it’s that bad, but that’s (unfortunately for my nervous system, fortunately for the stories my home friends get to hear) ultimat

183. My 2024 favorites + gift guide
As the eldest sister of eight, I pride myself on being a master gift-giver, and in this episode, I’m sharing my TOP picks and all-time favorites—perfect gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season!Preorder the Too Smart For This Journal hereBuy one get one 50% on all too collective robes until 12/7Get custom embroidered robes as a perfect holiday giftSkincare* Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oi

183. My 2024 favorites + gift guide
As the eldest sister of eight, I pride myself on being a master gift-giver, and in this episode, I’m sharing my TOP picks and all-time favorites—perfect gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season!Preorder the Too Smart For This Journal hereBuy one get one 50% on all too collective robes until 12/7Get custom embroidered robes as a perfect holiday giftSkincare* Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oi

182. audacity: what we can learn from men about getting what we want
Listen, I’m not above a petty internet trend that allows you to bash your ex. I am (I think?) Gen Z after all!!!When I first saw the “women in male fields” TikToks, I immediately resonated and hopped on to make my own. Social media is nothing if not a reinforcement that none of us have ever had a unique experience ever, evidenced by my group chats exchanging countless versions of this trend with “

182. audacity: what we can learn from men about getting what we want
Listen, I’m not above a petty internet trend that allows you to bash your ex. I am (I think?) Gen Z after all!!!When I first saw the “women in male fields” TikToks, I immediately resonated and hopped on to make my own. Social media is nothing if not a reinforcement that none of us have ever had a unique experience ever, evidenced by my group chats exchanging countless versions of this trend with “

181. smart girls are not waiting to be saved
Earlier this year I saw a TikTok from a girl talking about how she’s the first woman in her family ever to live alone. I’ve been the first in my family to do many things - go out of state for college, not have a child by age 25, or make six figures - but living alone wasn’t an accomplishment I prided myself in. I suddenly swelled with gratitude as I looked around at my girly apartment full of pink

181. smart girls are not waiting to be saved
Earlier this year I saw a TikTok from a girl talking about how she’s the first woman in her family ever to live alone. I’ve been the first in my family to do many things - go out of state for college, not have a child by age 25, or make six figures - but living alone wasn’t an accomplishment I prided myself in. I suddenly swelled with gratitude as I looked around at my girly apartment full of pink

180. your next 50 days to level up (winter arc blueprint)
In this episode, we’re diving into “The Winter Arc,” a time for setting new goals, developing new habits, and building discipline for self-improvement before the New Year. 6:04 - 4 types of rests report11:06 - creating your winter character12:47 - time management15:00 - journaling17:06 - using ai as your personal assistant19:06 - redefine your relationship with social media22:00 - wellness tips an

180. your next 50 days to level up (winter arc blueprint)
In this episode, we’re diving into “The Winter Arc,” a time for setting new goals, developing new habits, and building discipline for self-improvement before the New Year. 6:04 - 4 types of rests report11:06 - creating your winter character12:47 - time management15:00 - journaling17:06 - using ai as your personal assistant19:06 - redefine your relationship with social media22:00 - wellness tips an

179. breaking free from the need to impress
almost every episode of Too Smart For This returns to the theme of external validation. but today’s perspective shift helps us interrogate our goals so we can be less skeptical of them and more in tune with ourselves. if your current life missions are starting to feel a little less resonant, this episode will give you the tools to help clarify what really makes you tick.EPISODE NOTESQuote:"I have

179. breaking free from the need to impress
almost every episode of Too Smart For This returns to the theme of external validation. but today’s perspective shift helps us interrogate our goals so we can be less skeptical of them and more in tune with ourselves. if your current life missions are starting to feel a little less resonant, this episode will give you the tools to help clarify what really makes you tick.EPISODE NOTESQuote:"I have

178. my framework for balancing work, social life, and wellness
when you’re being pulled in a million different directions, you need systems for managing life’s curveballs.in this episode, I dive into the frameworks I use to manage my time, energy, and emotions in the insane life I live! this was highly requested, so I hope you enjoy!Shop the Too Chill RobeFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis on InstagramFollow Alexis on TikTok This is a public epis

178. my framework for balancing work, social life, and wellness
when you’re being pulled in a million different directions, you need systems for managing life’s curveballs.in this episode, I dive into the frameworks I use to manage my time, energy, and emotions in the insane life I live! this was highly requested, so I hope you enjoy!Shop the Too Chill RobeFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis on InstagramFollow Alexis on TikTok This is a public epis

177. it doesn't have to be forever but it has to be now
Over the last 10 chaotic days since we’ve launched the Too Chill robe and had our first community event in NYC, there’s been little room for relaxation or reflection. Personal issues big and small bubble into my inbox hourly, leaving my head spinning from the good and bad.While my reality looks like overgrown nails, frozen Trader Joe’s meals, and staring at a (brand new because mine broke the day

177. it doesn't have to be forever but it has to be now
Over the last 10 chaotic days since we’ve launched the Too Chill robe and had our first community event in NYC, there’s been little room for relaxation or reflection. Personal issues big and small bubble into my inbox hourly, leaving my head spinning from the good and bad.While my reality looks like overgrown nails, frozen Trader Joe’s meals, and staring at a (brand new because mine broke the day

176. he broke up with me for being too much
I’m the first woman in my family who has not had at least one child by my age.Yes, I’m only 25, but the culture I grew up in prioritized having a relationship and children above all else. When I decided to go to college out of state, move to New York City, start my own business, and even go to graduate school, I was the only person I knew who did anything of the sort. But every time I returned fro

176. he broke up with me for being too much
I’m the first woman in my family who has not had at least one child by my age.Yes, I’m only 25, but the culture I grew up in prioritized having a relationship and children above all else. When I decided to go to college out of state, move to New York City, start my own business, and even go to graduate school, I was the only person I knew who did anything of the sort. But every time I returned fro

175. Fall reset: new routines, mindset shifts & new favorites
Nothing soothes a Type-A girl’s spirit more than a plan.A calendar invite for your girls’ dinner? Iconic. An organized grocery list with the exact right amount of ingredients? Sign me up.Back-to-school planning has always been my favorite time of year. I was, in fact, that child After months of unstructured hot days filled with the expectation of “FUN! AT! ALL! COSTS!” it feels refreshing to retur

175. Fall reset: new routines, mindset shifts & new favorites
Nothing soothes a Type-A girl’s spirit more than a plan.A calendar invite for your girls’ dinner? Iconic. An organized grocery list with the exact right amount of ingredients? Sign me up.Back-to-school planning has always been my favorite time of year. I was, in fact, that child After months of unstructured hot days filled with the expectation of “FUN! AT! ALL! COSTS!” it feels refreshing to retur

174. You’re not lazy, you're probably just burnt out - let's fix that
In this episode, I share four practices that were crucial in helping me recover from a pretty intense burnout. Burnout is more common than we realize, and it often feels like laziness when, in reality, it runs much deeper. I hope this episode helps you regain control and gives you the momentum to move towards a more balanced, and feel-good life.Subscribe to the Too Smart For This Substack: https:/

174. You’re not lazy, you're probably just burnt out - let's fix that
In this episode, I share four practices that were crucial in helping me recover from a pretty intense burnout. Burnout is more common than we realize, and it often feels like laziness when, in reality, it runs much deeper. I hope this episode helps you regain control and gives you the momentum to move towards a more balanced, and feel-good life.Subscribe to the Too Smart For This Substack: https:/

173. The identity shift that transformed my life in a year
Last August, as I nervously navigated Penn's campus during orientation, every step was clouded by anxieties about my uncertain future.Would I make any friends who weren’t just dying for a LinkedIn connection? Would my rusty math skills lead me to fail out? Would my peers take me seriously as an “influencer?”Would my book deal get sold? Would my relationship last? Would my business survive?A year l

173. The identity shift that transformed my life in a year
Last August, as I nervously navigated Penn's campus during orientation, every step was clouded by anxieties about my uncertain future.Would I make any friends who weren’t just dying for a LinkedIn connection? Would my rusty math skills lead me to fail out? Would my peers take me seriously as an “influencer?”Would my book deal get sold? Would my relationship last? Would my business survive?A year l

172. The Realities of Running a Sephora-Approved Beauty Brand with Hyper Skin & Oui The People Founders
In celebration of Black Business Month, we collaborated with Lydia from the Boardroom Beauty podcast to spotlight two incredible beauty founders. Join us for a chat with Desiree Verdejo of Hyper Skin and Karen Young of Oui the People as they share the realities of managing growing businesses that have expanded into international retailers like Sephora, while balancing healthy personal lives, mothe

172. The Realities of Running a Sephora-Approved Beauty Brand with Hyper Skin & Oui The People Founders
In celebration of Black Business Month, we collaborated with Lydia from the Boardroom Beauty podcast to spotlight two incredible beauty founders. Join us for a chat with Desiree Verdejo of Hyper Skin and Karen Young of Oui the People as they share the realities of managing growing businesses that have expanded into international retailers like Sephora, while balancing healthy personal lives, mothe

171. Life updates: they want to expel me from Wharton, burnout recovery, and my trip to the Paris Olympics
Let's sit and gossip for a sec. I have some updates to share regarding Wharton, my trip to Paris, and I've also been implementing some new productivity systems to help with my burnout.Listen to my conversation with Temi: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0w5G0IXOF2MPq3VyNhxvue?si=3db3868e9fd94700Too Collective:Too Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on In

170. Hate to admit it, but I’m burnt out - here’s what I’m doing about it
I’m not super excited to admit that I feel burnt out, but here we are. In this episode, I’m sharing my real-time journey through burnout, from recognizing the signs to taking actionable steps to recover. Too Collective:Too Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis on Social Media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.

169. Choosing yourself and making the changes you’ve been avoiding
It can feel VERY unsettling when you've been gripping to a vision of yourself for so long, only to realize you no longer want that. In this episode, I’m exploring the concept that has helped me make some tough decisions—like knowing when it’s time to move on from dreams, jobs, people, situations, etc. Letting go can often feel shameful, uncertain, and scary, but I hope you leave this episode f

168. (Q&A) What no one talks about: resenting family, dating, early career, personal finance, and more!
I’m answering all your questions regarding family resentment, jobs you don’t want to be in, personal finance, dating, and more!4:47 - How do you not resent family for having opposite life choices?11:04 - How to get the most out of a job you settled for?13:59 - Can you share a hot take about being an entrepreneur or having a side hustle?17:11 - What’s something you used to believe in that you’ve ch

167. Q2 recap and everything I’m doing to look and feel my best (clothing, skin, health)
As we wrap up the second quarter of the year I wanted to share all my biggest lessons, takeaways, and favorites from Q2. We’re talking clothing, food, body care, skin care, workouts, and other essentials that have me looking and feeling my best.Clothing favoritesAlo dressAgolde Parker shortsSkims wireless push-up braFood favoritesChompsNora Grab & Go SeaweedDolcezza Gelato (Mascarpone & Be

166. motivation is fake: how to get through the hard days
Let’s talk about how to work with the natural ebb and flow of our energy as women. In this episode I share my experience working through days where motivation is hard to find and what I’ve learned about setting realistic priorities and understanding my minimum and maximum capacity. Too Collective:Too Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis

165. Forbes 30 Under 30 (in finance!) recipient Temi Butler on charting your own path, fusing your creative and career interests, and self love as a Black woman in finance
This week, I'm chatting with my dear friend and fellow Wharton MBA student, Temi Butler. Temi walks us through her impressive career journey, from navigating the high-stakes world of finance at top institutions to landing on Forbes 30 Under 30, and ultimately pivoting from a stable job to embrace her creative passions.From big corporate to being a DJ, Temi has been there and done that, and she

164. Hot girl summer glow-up
Summer is meant to be ENJOYED! In this episode, I'm sharing my plans for making the most out of the next three months by being super intentional in key areas of my life such as: health, career, finances and relationships and more.SHOP OUR RARE BEAUTY COLLABTime stamps:2:22 Plot girl s**t3:36 Confidence4:14 Pinterest boards4:54 Shopping for summer5:59 Setting an intention7:09 Setting goals9:24

163. Chasing dreams, dealing with failure, and trusting your timing
In this episode, I'm celebrating a huge milestone in my business and want to share how I reached this place of feeling secure and at peace with following my dreams. I'll reflect on the setbacks I've faced over the years and share what I've learned about trusting your timing.If you've been feeling defeated, rejected, or behind, this episode is for you.Too Collective:Too Collecti

162. Recap of my first year as a Wharton MBA student
In this episode, I'm recapping my first year at Wharton, sharing everything I wish I'd known before diving into my MBA journey, as well as my honest opinion on academics, social life, and the lessons I've learned during this time.I’m also answering your questions on time management, juggling relationships, how to prep for business school, and what's on my radar for year two.Timesta

161. Entreprenuership, perfectionism, and the realities of growing a business
In this episode, we’re getting real about the struggles I've been facing as an entrepreneur. And how despite being overqualified in many aspects I still don’t feel ready to do a lot of things in my business. We’re talking perfectionism, money, and how I’m planning to scale my business with the resources and insights I've gotten from being a Wharton MBA student.Too Collective:Shop our Limit

160. Life lessons and material girl favorites (wellness, beauty, fashion)
As we close off the first quarter of 2024, I’m recapping my biggest takeaways and must-have items in wellness, beauty, and fashion from the past three months.Timestamps:1:40 self-worth is the key to everything6:40 difference between capacity and capability8:49 not letting other people make you feel small12:17 wellness faves17:24 beauty faves20:45 fashion favesProducts mentionedWellness:Armra Colos

159. 8 non-negotiable health and wellness habits
We’re all busy but that shouldn’t be reason to leave your health at the bottom of your priorities. In this week’s episode, I’m sharing 8 health and wellness habits that have helped me feel my best and live a healthier life overall. From daily practices to supplements and workout routines. I hope these habits inspire and motivate you to establish a healthy routine that works for you.Resources menti

158. Spring glow up guide
As spring brings fresh new energy, this episode dives into everything I'm doing to glow up for the season. I hope this episode inspires you to hit the refresh button in your life and step into this new season feeling your absolute best.Resources mentioned:Form pilatesStyle archetypes: @asias.jpgToo Collective:Shop our Limited Edition Patches!Too Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation Tex

157. How I manage my money being self employed, career failure, and breakup tips (Q&A)
A breakdown of my expenses and how I budget as a grad student and business owner. I also answer your questions regarding career, failure, breakups and ADHD. You asked, I ANSWERED!5:24 Q1: How do you manage money as a grad student and business owner?9:37 Q2: How to navigate failure and career pivots12:25 Q3: What is bringing you joy right now?14:06 Q4: Breakup tips?17:17 Q5: How do you manage ADHD

156. I’m self sabotaging and here’s what I’m doing about it
I’ve been putting off this topic for a while… but let’s unpack how I’ve been completely neglecting my mental and physical health through this crazy period of my life. This episode is about getting back on track. I'll share how I'm resetting my priorities, what I'm doing to climb out of this funk, and a daily habit that has been super helpful throughout this time.Show Notes1:20 Navigati

155. Dating life, my new job, and current favorites (Q&A)
I'm so excited to sit and chat with you guys! Today I'm answering a bunch of questions regarding dating, health, current favorites, classes at Wharton, and everything in between. So let's get cozy and start talking sh*t.Show Notes0:58 Second semester chat1:51 How am I liking Wharton?3:19 Falling back on priorities3:40 Group life reset4:21 Starting as a leadership fellow7:03 What I disl

154. From corporate burnout to a multi-passionate career with Madison Utendahl
From corporate burnout to building her own creative agency, this week's guest, Madison Utendahl, walks us through her inspiring and multi-hyphenate career journey. We'll delve into her time at HBO, Refinery29, and her experience leading social media at the Museum of Ice Cream, and finally, how she founded her creative agency - Utendahl Creative, which has earned her recognition by Adweek&#

153. What no-one admits about self-love
Discover four key elements that will reshape your self-image and strengthen your relationship with yourself. Tune in for practical inner work insights to help you build a more fulfilling and loving life.Show Notes1:24 How I’ve *really* been doing 2:18 Why I love Valentine’s Day3:24 Self-love and what it means4:01 The categories of self-love5:27 Navigating the pressure/anxiety around not being in a

152. Being selfish is self-care
It's time we redefine selfishness, break free from old people-pleasing habits, and unapologetically prioritize our needs. It's easy to let life slip by without realizing how much we bend over for others' expectations, responsibilities, or demands that don't contribute to our well-being or personal growth.We'll explore the consequences of sacrificing our needs for others and div

151. How to deal with people who try to make you feel small
Join me for a raw and candid conversation as I unpack recent insults, dealing with haters in real life, and strategies for facing those who try to make you feel small.We're unraveling the layers of people-pleasing, and why it's crucial to protect your energy in a world full of energy vultures.Show Notes2:00 You can’t be everything and still be liked3:11 Protecting your energy as an ambitio

150. My ins and outs for 2024 (habits, mindsets and self care)
Let's catch up! Tune in for some recent life updates, reflections on my dating life, and my ins and outs of 2024. I'll be sharing insights on mindsets, habits, self-care, and what I will absolutely NOT be tolerating this year. Join me for a breakdown of what's been happening and what's on the horizon!Show Notes2:42 Life update!6:36 Burnout prevention8:01 What classes am I taking!9:

149. The 411 on getting off birth control and healthy habits to balance hormone health
Today, we're diving into my journey getting off birth control and the lifestyle changes I've made to balance my hormones. I'll walk you through how I prepared my body to remove hormonal birth control, discuss the side effects I noticed, and share my research on the impact of birth control on our bodies. Additionally, I share what I'm doing now to balance my hormones, my list of fav

148. My 2023 favorites: skincare, makeup, home, fashion and more
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In this week's Too Smart For This, Alexis shares her goal-setting tips for the new year! Chock full of insight, practical tips, and inspiration, this solo episode is a must for empowering you on your journey toward a fulfilling and purpose-driven future. Tune in to discover the keys to unlocking your potential and making 2024 the year you turn your aspirations into reality!Show Notes3:27 How t

146. Wharton AMA: cliques, finances, academics, parties
Welcome back to Too Smart For This episode 146! In this episode, Alexis shares details of her first semester experience in the Wharton MBA program. She covers everything you want to know - from finances and academics to social life.If you're considering applying for an MBA, especially at a top program like Wharton, this episode is essential listening. Alexis tells all about the realities of B-

145. Lessons from 24, goals for 25
Welcome to a special milestone episode of Too Smart For This! Today, Alexis is celebrating her 25th birthday, and she's taking a moment to reflect on the valuable lessons she's learned in the past year. Join her as she shares personal insights, growth moments, and the wisdom gained on her journey so far. It's a candid episode filled with reflections, gratitude, and the anticipation of

144. breaking free from boy stress, desperately trying to stay sane in the chaos, avoiding self-sabotage
Video DescriptionIn this episode of Too Smart For This, join Alexis as she candidly shares some takeaways from what have been chaotic times, to say the least. She talks about prioritizing yourself again, how she came to the decision that she doesn't want to be actively dating and is ok with being single and walking through the uncomfortable changes that she’s going through.Show Notes1:46 Whirl

143. Tangbile Tips I Used to Glow Up This Year
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142. q&a: wharton finances, transitioning to single life, should you go to grad school?
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