MasteringMHA
Samantha is a Master of Healthcare Administration Candidate figuring out life as she goes and bringing you along on the journey to success. From studying to networking and program applications, she's got you covered. Tune in for real life experiences, alumni perspectives, and more with real chats with graduate students from all fields.
- Update frequency
- every 45 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 23
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Episode 22: Fellowships 101 - How to Choose, Stand Out, and Make the Most of It
In this episode of MasteringMHA, our host, Samantha is joined by Rani and Jordann from NAFN for an insightful conversation on all thigns fellowships. They discuss how to choose the right one, what ma…
Episode 21: Your Questions, Answered
In this Q&A session, Samantha answers your submitted questions about MHAs, Fellowships, career changes, and more. From career advice to industry insights, she dives into the topics that matter most t…
Episode 20: Consulting vs. Administration: Exploring Career Paths
In this episode of Mastering MHA, Sydney Rothman of Forvis Mazars joins us to discuss healthcare consulting and how it compares to administration. She shares key insights on skills, challenges, and c…
Episode 19: January Recap & What’s Ahead: Networking Tips, Career Growth, and More
In this episode of MasteringMHA, Samantha reflects on the key lessons from January and shares exciting updates for the upcoming episodes. From creative networking hacks to tips for job hunts and fell…
Episode 18: Mastering Your Administrative Fellowship: Tips for Success and Growth
In this episode of MasteringMHA, Samantha is joined by Krit and Jessi from the National Administrative Fellowship Network (NAFN), both former Administrative Fellows now thriving in full-time roles. T…
Episode 17: The Mindset Shift - Are You Playing to Win or Playing Not to Lose?
On this episode of MasteringMHA, Samantha explores the powerful difference between playing to win and playing not to lose. Are you holding back, focused on avoiding mistakes, or embracing challenges …
Episode 16: Inside Fellowship Interviews: Mastering the Process
This podcast episode is your guide to nailing administrative fellowship interviews. Tune in for a chat where I interview Krit and Avianna from NAFN about their experiences, tips, expert advice, and s…
Episode 15: The Power of Fellowships - Why Apply and How to Articulate Your "Why"
Thinking about applying for a healthcare fellowship but not sure if it's the right move? In this episode of Mastering MHA, we explore the incredible benefits that fellowships can offer—from unparalle…
Episode 14: Mastering Job & Fellowship Applications
As we approach the 2025 season of job applications and fellowships, Samantha sits down to share some of her best tips for how to master this next chapter of your career.
Tune in to learn the secret…
Episode 13: Tips and Tricks for Networking and Fellowships
In this episode, Samantha is joined by Krit Sarai, and Avianna Aguilar-Romero to discuss networking, the National Administrative Fellowship Network (NAFN), and fellowships. They explore how NAFN fost…
Episode 12: Post Fellowship Catch Up
After a year hiatus, Samantha is back recording and here to catch you up on all the transitions that she has been through in the past 2-3 years. Between moving from Chicago, to Atlanta, and then back…
Episode 11: How to Prepare for Admin Fellowship Interviews
Episode 10: What I Wish I Knew When Applying for Fellowships
Episode 9: What to do Before Starting your Administrative Fellowship
We are BACK and we're mixing it up! This week Samantha reads through her most recent blog post to give those who listen a peek of what those who read see on the blog. Samantha opens up about what she…
Episode 8 - How to Be a Better Question Asker
If you've ever wondered "how can I be a better question asker" this is the podcast for you. Today, Samantha shares some of her favorite books and tips on how to think about question asking AND answer…
Episode 7 - Mental Awareness
This past week was Mental Health Awareness Day. While this day can be a tough day for some, it can also be a milestone for others. In this episode, Samantha sits down for a quick heart-to-heart where…
Episode 6 - Fellowship Chat
In episode 6 Samantha chats with her former grad school colleague, Megan. In a casual interview setting, the two of them walk you through their experiences currently, tell you a little bit about why …
Episode 5 - A Realistic Check-In
Episode 4 - How to Stay Well and Be Well
Episode 3 - How to Stay Organized and Motivated
In episode 3 Samantha describes the ways in which she has been staying organized during quarantine and grad school. She walks you through her daily and weekly schedule and then guides you through a v…