Too Smart For This

Apr 26 2024 30
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For smart and superficial girls everywhere, this podcast helps multifaceted women untangle society's expectations of them through candid conversations and tangible tips for crafting your own journey. Hosted by Alexis Barber, entrepreneur, creator and ex-YouTube and Google employee, you'll hear both the realities of being an ambitious 20-something that identifies as a #MaterialGirl and plenty of gems from our wide range of guests. Follow the show on Instagram and TikTok at @toocollective.

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162. Recap of my first year as a Wharton MBA student

Apr 26 2024 44 mins  
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 fo

161. Entreprenuership, perfectionism, and the realities of growing a business

Apr 11 2024 17 mins  
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 C

160. Life lessons and material girl favorites (wellness, beauty, fashion)

Mar 28 2024 24 mins  
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 mentionedWe

159. 8 non-negotiable health and wellness habits

Mar 21 2024 18 mins  
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

158. Spring glow up guide

Mar 14 2024 19 mins  
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

157. How I manage my money being self employed, career failure, and breakup tips (Q&A)

Mar 08 2024 21 mins  
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

156. I’m self sabotaging and here’s what I’m doing about it

Feb 29 2024 21 mins  
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

155. Dating life, my new job, and current favorites (Q&A)

Feb 22 2024 21 mins  
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 fellow

154. From corporate burnout to a multi-passionate career with Madison Utendahl

Feb 14 2024 49 mins  
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 recogni

153. What no-one admits about self-love

Feb 08 2024 19 mins  
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 a