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- Me & Steven Bartlett (DAOC): The Real Truth
Me & Steven Bartlett (DAOC): The Real Truth
.. and what actually opens doors for doctors in 2025
Hey,
You never know when a conversation can change your perspective or your path.
Last week, I was exhausted after a long day… but still showed up at an event hosted by Hale House (my workspace). I wasn’t planning on staying long.
Instead, I ended up in a powerful conversation with none other than Steven Bartlett (Diary of a CEO) on culture, unmet needs, and leadership.

I didn’t pitch.
I didn’t ask for advice.
I simply led with value.
And it reminded me of something I often tell the doctors I work with:
🚨 Being in the room isn’t enough.
You need to create your own luck by showing up, staying curious, and building real relationships.
Here’s what else I walked away with:
You don’t need a title to share value. You just need to speak up.
Talent, leadership, and health are deeply connected but rarely talked about together.
The follow-up matters more than the moment itself.
And if you missed it...
👉🏽 We unpacked more of this in Tuesday’s LinkedIn Live including how to actually get paid (not just busy) in the industry.
Want clarity on where you stand?
I created a short assessment based on everything I’ve learned working with thousands of doctors and my own journey navigating this space.
It’ll show you how well-positioned you are for 6–7 figure roles, and what to focus on next.
Warmly,
Abeyna
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From Music to Healthtech: Dr. Kimya Tarr’s Career Journey (ft. Doctors in Industry Fellows)
In this live-recorded podcast, Dr. Kimya Tarr shares how she carved a powerful niche in clinical AI and women’s health with live questions from Doctors in Industry Fellows.
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