Science Careers for Moms | Women in STEM, Work-Life Balance, Career Goals, Career Planning, Decision Making

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Have you ever been told that work-life balance for women in STEM is a myth?

Do you want a meaningful science career and a rooted family life —but you worry that you’re “failing at both”?

Are you running low on time, energy, and sleep, trying to keep up with grant deadlines, conferences, and kids?

Do you wonder if negotiating career shifts, flexible jobs, STEM-adjacent roles, or maternity leave is proof you’re not a serious scientist?

Welcome to Science Careers for Moms — a TOP 2.5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST for women in STEM who want a career path where they can thrive in science without sacrificing their family or personal wellbeing.

Hi! I’m Anokhi Kapasi, a PhD researcher and mom of two boys. I created this show because I know what it is like to feel torn between being a serious scientist and a present mom —and to realize that “trying harder” is not a strategy.

This show is different because it integrates career and life planning strategies designed specifically for science-minded moms in a work culture that was not built for caregivers. Every episode blends interviews with other scientists who have been where you are and career planning deep-dives where you will learn the answer to questions like:

🎯 Are there decision-making frameworks to help me navigate pivots, return-to-work, academia vs. industry…or to even know what the “next right move” is?

🎯 How do I set career goals that allow me to stay ambitious, connect with my family, and feel like myself again?

🎯 Is work–life balance for working moms in STEM actually possible, and what does it look like in practice?

🎯 Can I stay in science & tech without burnout, guilt, or losing sight of myself?

STEM-trained moms, I’ll teach you how to make confident career decisions that align with your whole life —not just professional development.

🎧 FOLLOW this show and never choose between being a good mom or a good scientist again!

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Episodes

Sunday Nov 02, 2025

EP 87: [Time Management Question] Calendar vs. Task List Strategy for Busy Moms

Sunday Nov 02, 2025

You weren't meant to feel overwhelmed by your schedule. But if time management feels like a constant struggle—or your calendar and task list just don't work—there's a better way.

In today's episode, we're getting honest about why so many moms struggle to prioritize their task list effectively… and how you can finally achieve balance and structure (without the feeling scattered, time-constrained, or getting distracted).

If your life feels like one long to-do list where time flies by, this is the episode you need.

Episode Highlights

(0:00): Teaser
(2:39): What belongs on your calendar vs. your task list
(3:45): Why visual time blocking prevents overload
(6:25): The pros and cons of a task list
(10:20): The three-step framework for deciding where tasks go
(22:46): Time management tips for busy moms
(27:05): Recap & Making your task list actionable

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⏮️ EP 62: How to Create an Information Management System for High-Achieving Moms [Community Question]

⏮️ EP 61: TIME Block Method to Finally Manage Your Ambitious Schedule [Community Question]

⏮️ EP 75: Limited Time? How I Hit My Business Goals in 2.5 Hours Daily

⏮️ Scheduling buffers discussed at 9:18 - EP 46: Want More Time? 3 Easy Time Management Tips to Take Back Your Day