In this episode we chat all things living in New York, choosing to go long distance for self growth, starting scared and revealing some silly secrets! You can follow Kelsey at @lifeasapac on IG - but tune in here for some total transparency and authenticity on her way to becoming a PA!

00:38 podcast starts

01:36 guest intro!

04:03 how the panny affected clinical rotations in NY

08:30 $$ cost of her PA program + rent

09:23 life dreams - Hannah Montana??

12:13 thoughts on "Gap Year" aka Growth Year

18:56 when to apply to jobs in PA school // informal job offers

22:18 #1 PA Job interview question to ask during interview

23:35 in-person interview process

24:11 **RED FLAG** at your first PA job!

27:23 negotiation reality

28:10 what benefit to negotiate

29:15 it's OKAY not to negotiate

30:25 sign on bonus? Is it worth it?

32:45 long distance relationship in PA school

35:05 Kelsey did what during her PA school interview?!

39:40 best advice: if you think it's challenging, that's the correct answer

41:40 let's talk about debt $180K+??

42:30 refinancing student loans

45:00 "autopay is the best way"

46:55 RAPID FIRE QUESTIONS!

51:50 wrap up + crabsgiving?!

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