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Episode 2 - Thuy Jacobson
Summary
I interview my cousin Thuy Jacobson who is currently pursuing her doctorate in Physical Therapy. In this episode she shares her differentiation between a nice person and a pushover, how she resolves people conflicts by being vulnerable first, and why she seeks the outdoors to minimize her stress and build her confidence.
Questions and Time Stamp
Can you scan your resume? [00:51]
Fill in this blank: To succeed in the job of a physical therapist, you need to be able to ____. [02:14]
What do you find are the challenges of being a physical therapist? [00:56]
Why do you do what you do? [06:24]
What are you known for in school? [09:37]
Why do you find it important to be nice? [10:42]
Have you ever had to work with someone who complained so much? [11:53]
What is an area you would like to improve about yourself? [13:55]
How do you know when you’ve made it? [14:57]
How do you measure happiness? [15:18]
What is your thought process or approach to resolve disagreements? [17:05]
How do you know how to do the right thing? [19:31]
Who was the best manager/mentor you’ve ever had? [19:56]
Can you describe the best colleague to work with? [23:05]
What stresses you out or gives you anxiety at work or in your career? [24:21]
Why do you have fear of failure? [26:42]
Do you have a physical response to stress? [27:11]
Do you feel that you manage stress well? [27:35]
How do you manage stress? [27:47]
Would you say you’re a confident person?[29:51]
Have you suffered from imposter syndrome? [32:09]
What made you feel that you deserved to be there? [33:01]
Describe yourself in terms of your race, gender, ethnicity, generation, etc. [34:53]
How has your race, gender, ethnicity, age, looks, positively or negatively impact your career? [35:40]
Do you think you missed some opportunities because people have underestimated you? [37:26]
Has anyone ever made you uncomfortable because you are female or Asian? [28:33]
Have you ever cried at work? [40:33]
What exactly made you cry? [41:46]
What’s your biggest regret? [42:31]
LIGHTNING ROUND [43:19]
What advice do you have for people who are in transition of figuring out the right career path for them? [45:41]
Books, articles, or resources you recommend to people? [48:02]
Resource Links
How I Built This Podcast with Yvon Chouinard
Sacred Economics by Charles Eisenstein
Guest Bio
Thuy Jacobson was born and raised in Dallas, TX and made a career change after she moved to Los Angeles with her husband Dave. She currently is in her last semester pursuing her Doctorate of Physical Therapy and has focused much of her life in health and wellness. Her hobbies include outdoor adventures (such as mountain biking, rock climbing, bouldering and trail runs), video games, playing the guitar and singing, and eating seven personal pizzas in one sitting.
Hosted by
Jessica Nguyen
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