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About the Episode:
This episode features the special guest Simangele Mabena! She's currently ABD at the University of British Columbia, preparing to defend their dissertation this fall — but has already made a pivot out of academia and into community strategy.
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About the Guest:
Simangele Mabena is completing her PhD in Language and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia, with a special focus on how words connect Deaf and hearing communities. Pivoting from academia, she’s building a consulting firm as a community strategist to help brands find, build, and keep community. Simangele’s passion is using language to bridge gaps and foster meaningful collaborations between diverse groups. She’s excited to work alongside others who value collaboration, creativity, and lasting impact.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simangele-mabena/
Books mentioned
So What Are You Going to Do with That?": Finding Careers Outside Academia (Susan Basalla , Maggie Debelius)
Hustles for Humanists: Build a Business with Purpose ( Erica Machulak)** Another book I've found helpful.
