Dr. Melissa Chan on Chinese Burmese American, Identity, Representation & Data-Driven Change (Ep. 130)

14/05/2024 51 min Episodio 130
Dr. Melissa Chan on Chinese Burmese American, Identity, Representation & Data-Driven Change (Ep. 130)

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  Do you identify as Asian American?  And you're finding it challenging to figure out what parts make you whole?  Melissa shares: - Feeling Culturally Misunderstood? Dr. Melissa Chan, PhD (East Asian Languages & Cultures), shares her unique experience growing up Chinese Burmese American. - Beyond the Model Minority Myth: Discover how economic disparities and racism shaped Melissa's childhood. - Culture in the Digital Age: How can we leverage human connection during times of isolation? - Why Diverse Representation Matters: Explore the impact of Asian visibility in American media on inclusion and belonging. - Data-Driven Solutions for Corporate America: Learn how data can drive meaningful change for Asian American professionals. Learn more about Leang at www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-chan-phd-47651448. Connect with Samorn at www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim.  Get a copy of Samorn's book, "Belonging: Self Love Lessons From A Workaholic Depressed Insomniac Lawyer" at https://tinyurl.com/swpc578c.  Get weekly career tips by signing up for our newsletter at www.careerunicorns.com.   

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