228: Layoff Lessons: Reinvention After Setbacks with Roshni Chellani

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Roshni Chalani, a brilliant wireless engineer turned career coach, captivates us with her inspiring journey from India to the United States, breaking free from conventional expectations like early marriage. Her story is filled with strategic brilliance, as she shares how she used financial logic to win her family’s support for her education abroad. This episode offers a refreshing perspective on the power of persistence, strategic communication, and courage to shake off cultural norms and pursue one’s dreams.

Roshni Chellani is a wireless engineer by day, a career coach, and a 24/7 content creator.

From Apple to MediaTek, she has helped build the tech that connects us and now helps people connect to their dream careers. With 10+ years in the U.S. and 7,000+ mentees, Roshni brings real stories and strategies that create change.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

Roshni Chalani’s inspiring journey from India to the US, defying cultural norms for education and independence.
Strategic communication with family using financial logic to gain support for studying abroad.
Insights into job-hunting strategies at tech giants like Google and Apple, emphasizing self-belief and networking.
The reciprocal nature of mentorship, highlighting curiosity and persistence as key to career growth.
Navigating job searches during layoffs with proactive strategies and leveraging platforms like LinkedIn.
Embracing AI as a tool for continuous learning and staying relevant in the tech industry.

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