In this episode, I chat with Kamina Singh - Founder of HumanUPtions. We're diving deep into the intersection of education and the professional world with the founder of HumanUPtions, Kamina, a visionary dedicated to bridging the gap between university life and the corporate sphere. We'll explore the importance of infusing education with real-world experience, the role of colleges in readying students for the job market, and how events can supercharge job readiness. Our dialogue will venture into how Kamina transitioned from the structured environment of a major company like Northrop Grumman to the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, and what vital lessons about resilience and vision she has to share from that journey. Kamina will uncover the untapped potential of mentorships, internships, and how her organization is working to create meaningful connections for students from all walks of life. We'll discuss the upcoming event at Civic Hall in New York City that promises to enthrall attendees with AI insights and career transitioning strategies from the classroom to the boardroom. So, if you're passionate about making a difference for the future generations, if you believe in the transformative power of guidance, and if you think it's high time we reevaluate our educational approaches – this is the episode for you. Stay tuned as we take this enlightening journey with Kamina, right here on Shift with Elena Agar. Time stamps: 00:00 Connected via LinkedIn or mutual acquaintance, impressive networking. 04:11 Created Human Options to help underserved students. 06:53 Schools should outsource career guidance for students. 11:15 External perspectives enhance relevance and competitiveness. Embed curiosity. 14:06 College advertising oversells its value, but falls short. 18:07 Entrepreneurship requires taking full responsibility and persistence. 19:51 Society's attraction to sensational content affects education. 23:34 Schools should require career prep courses for credit. 26:31 Expose students to real-world work experiences. 29:47 Worked with big companies, government, and interns. 34:22 Discussion on preparing for job opportunities and mentorship. 37:27 Elena offers mentorship for career preparation. 39:54 Grateful for the opportunity, see you soon. Connect with Kamina: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamina-s-8b41665a/overlay/photo/ Website: https://www.humanuptions.com/ Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Listen on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wij --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elenaagar/support