ConnectED
ConnectED
Podcast Description
Welcome to ConnectED, the podcast for anyone considering a PhD, in the thick of it, or already on the other side. Whether you're dreaming of the journey, navigating the challenges, or charting your next steps, this space is for you. Hear real stories, get practical advice, and uncover ideas to thrive in academia—and beyond. Together, we’re building a supportive community where your PhD journey feels less overwhelming and more empowering. Let’s connect, learn, and grow.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers themes such as the PhD journey, leadership, resilience, and real-world application of research, with episodes featuring discussions on topics including dissertation writing challenges, balancing personal and academic life, and the impact of research on societal issues like housing and social inequality. Specific episode examples include insights from Dr. Magali Balayn Lelong on leadership development and Dr. Samuel Goldenberg on researching terrorism.
Welcome to ConnectED, the podcast for anyone considering a PhD, in the thick of it, or already on the other side. Whether you’re dreaming of the journey, navigating the challenges, or charting your next steps, this space is for you. Hear real stories, get practical advice, and uncover ideas to thrive in academia—and beyond. Together, we’re building a supportive community where your PhD journey feels less overwhelming and more empowering. Let’s connect, learn, and grow.
What happens when a global security leader managing crisis across 60+ countries decides to pursue a PhD in the middle of a pandemic?
In this episode of ConnectED, we sit down with Daniella Bove-LaMonica, Director of Crisis Management and Global Emergency Response at MetLife and doctoral candidate in Global Leadership & Change at Pepperdine University.
In this candid and insightful conversation, Daniella shares:
- How her experience in post-9/11 government work shaped her research focus
- The moment three margaritas and a pandemic sparked her PhD journey
- Why she’s investigating resilience strategies in corporate security teams
- Tips for balancing full-time leadership, parenting, and doctoral work
- How she’s applying academic tools like systems thinking and research design to influence corporate decisions
Resources Mentioned:
- Book: Global Leadership: Research, Practice, and Development – Edited by Mendenhall
- Book: Leadership: Theory and Practice by Peter Northouse
Connect with Daniella Bove-LaMonica:
- LinkedIn: Daniella Bove-LaMonica
Stay Connected with Me:
- Instagram: @connected_phd
- LinkedIn: Haille Trimboli, PhD
- YouTube: @TheConnectEDNetwork
- Spotify: ConnectED
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