What do you do when you’ve done everything right — and it still falls apart?Asmi is an international student with only a bachelor’s degree trying to survive in one of the most competitive industries: biotech. No advanced degree. No safety net. Just pure determination.First, she got laid off from a startup.

Then, 23 weeks into a new role— laid off again.

Next? She landed another job… only to have the offer revoked.Her visa was expiring. Time was running out.This episode is about what no one talks about — the silent pressure of building a career when your entire future depends on it. The mental toll.

The self-doubt. The near misses. The fear.

But it’s also about what happens when you don’t give up.If you’ve ever questioned whether you're “qualified enough” to chase a career in biotech — this story might be the reminder you didn’t know you needed.

Video Chapter:

0:00 Introduction to Biotech Careers

4:31 Navigating Education and career choices

10:11 Breaking into Biotech: First Job Experiences

15:32 Challenges of Being an International Student

19:54 Coping with Layoffs and Job Searching

24:28 Resilience and Networking in Job Applications

25:46 Networking: The Key to Job Applications

31:43 Overcoming Setbacks: The Layoff Experience

37:44 Resilience in The Face of Adversity

39:07 Finding Meaning in New Opportunities. Advice For International Students.

49:24 Career Corner: Navigating Job Opportunities

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