In this episode of New York's Millennial Mind, Shivani Bafna shares her journey for the FIRST TIME ever in a podcast!

Shivani talks about her transformative internship at Miss Malini and how it reshaped her professional trajectory. She discusses the importance of confidence, persistence, and embracing creativity in a non-traditional career path. She delves into her strategies for successfully pitching to brands and monetizing content, shedding light on overcoming challenges and imposter syndrome. Shivani also shares her insights on authenticity, balancing personal and professional life, and the significance of building a strong offline support system. The episode concludes with Shivani launching her brand, Corefelt, and the philosophy behind it.

00:00 Introduction and Early Career

01:05 The Turning Point: Internship at Miss Malini

02:56 Navigating College and Career Choices

04:27 Building Confidence and Taking Risks

08:28 The Power of Networking and Persistence

21:41 Going Viral: The Proposal Video

30:58 Value-Driven Content Creation

32:00 Building a Loyal Audience

32:38 Pitching and Media Kits

34:47 Authenticity and Community

36:14 Navigating Influencer Culture

37:44 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

47:48 Starting a Brand: Corefelt

49:38 The Meaning Behind Corefelt

57:23 Dealing with Criticism and Insecurities

01:01:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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