March 24, 2025

Breaking Barriers: Interview with Dr. Monica Chavez on Leadership, Education, and Diversity

Breaking Barriers: Interview with Dr. Monica Chavez on Leadership, Education, and Diversity

In this episode of the Dr. B Show, Dr. B interviews Dr. Monica Chavez, an accomplished leader from Mexico living in the UK. Dr. Chavez shares her journey from Mexico to Liverpool, discussing her educational background, professional experience, and the various roles she juggles as a mom, consultant, and podcaster.

They cover topics including the importance of education, community building, anti-racism efforts, imposter syndrome, and the significance of social and cultural capital. Dr. Chavez also talks about her business, and its mission, and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Dr. Monica Chavez's Journey: Dr. Chavez, originally from Mexico, shares her transition to Liverpool, UK, discussing her educational and professional experiences.
Balancing Multiple Roles: She speaks about managing her responsibilities as a mom, consultant, and podcaster.
Key Topics Discussed:
The importance of education and community building.
Efforts toward anti-racism and tackling imposter syndrome.
The significance of social and cultural capital in success.
Entrepreneurial Insights: Dr. Chavez talks about her business and its mission, offering valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

QUOTES

"I see so many beautiful, competent, especially women, and they're so good at what they do and they are held back by this [Imposter] syndrome."
"I want to get rid of it. Obviously, I just wish they could see what I see."
"I think a lot of people need to be coached to snap out of it."
"Make good decisions. Don’t let your ego take control."
"Build a community around you. It doesn’t have to be an entrepreneurial community. It can be your family or your friends. Sometimes you need to vent."
"Have savings, have a timeline of a year to know what you're doing in two to three years."

Connect and learn more about Dr. Monica Chavez:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-chavez-phd/

If you’re listening to the Dr. B Show Podcast, please subscribe and share, and we’re listening for your feedback. You can also learn more about Dr. Jairo Borja at http://borjaconsultinggroup.com/.

In this episode of the Dr. B Show, Dr. B interviews Dr. Monica Chavez, an accomplished leader from Mexico living in the UK. Dr. Chavez shares her journey from Mexico to Liverpool, discussing her educational background, professional experience, and the various roles she juggles as a mom, consultant, and podcaster. 

They cover topics including the importance of education, community building, anti-racism efforts, imposter syndrome, and the significance of social and cultural capital. Dr. Chavez also talks about her business, and its mission, and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Dr. Monica Chavez's Journey: Dr. Chavez, originally from Mexico, shares her transition to Liverpool, UK, discussing her educational and professional experiences.
  • Balancing Multiple Roles: She speaks about managing her responsibilities as a mom, consultant, and podcaster.
  • Key Topics Discussed:
    • The importance of education and community building.
    • Efforts toward anti-racism and tackling imposter syndrome.
    • The significance of social and cultural capital in success.
  • Entrepreneurial Insights: Dr. Chavez talks about her business and its mission, offering valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

QUOTES

  • "I see so many beautiful, competent, especially women, and they're so good at what they do and they are held back by this [Imposter] syndrome."
  • "I want to get rid of it. Obviously, I just wish they could see what I see."
  • "I think a lot of people need to be coached to snap out of it."
  • "Make good decisions. Don’t let your ego take control."
  • "Build a community around you. It doesn’t have to be an entrepreneurial community. It can be your family or your friends. Sometimes you need to vent."
  • "Have savings, have a timeline of a year to know what you're doing in two to three years."

Connect and learn more about Dr. Monica Chavez:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-chavez-phd/ 

If you’re listening to the Dr. B Show Podcast, please subscribe and share, and we’re listening for your feedback. You can also learn more about Dr. Jairo Borja at http://borjaconsultinggroup.com/.