Applying for jobs? Here's what I wish I knew earlier (especially as an international student) // Fordham University x Zip Nguyen

❓ Do you ever find yourself wanting to become a more empathetic communicator?
❓ Are you looking to enhance your effectiveness in intercultural communication?
❓ Do you want to learn how to avoid common pitfalls when connecting with others?

🎉 Welcome to our new series, 'Grow with Zip,' where we dive into the insightful conversations Zip Nguyen has with students and young professionals 🎉

✍️ In Zip's own words: "As someone who's constantly seeking growth and improvement, I see myself as constantly evolving on my journey rather than having reached a destination. And as I continue to learn and grow, I simply want to offer my perspective and share what I've discovered with others... who knows, perhaps someone else may benefit from it, too 👩🏻‍🏫"

🌟 Special thanks to professor Kate Shea Kennon, Ed.D and all the students in her Business Communication class at Fordham University and Fordham Gabelli School of Business who joined the meeting ❤️

🌟 If you're interested in more content like this, don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and share your thoughts with us 🫶 Your feedback means the world to us and helps us decide what content to prioritize next 🙏

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

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Link to watch this episode on YouTube (highly recommended especially since you can see how I apply my basic skincare routine there)

https://linktw.in/AcNGJz

I know, I know, not everyone cares about Valentine's Day or wants a relationship. But if you've been feeling lonely or insecure about still being single while it seems like everyone else has found their special someone, I hope my sharing can offer some comfort and support ❤️ (spoiler alert: it's not a 10-step guide or 10 bullet points to self-love 😉) 

Also, shoutout to my girlfriends for pushing me to share more about my lifestyle and self-care routine! I never saw myself as a beauty or fashion vlogger (and I still don't see myself that way 😅), but they convinced me to do something about it... So here I am, walking you guys through my super simple yet highly effective skincare routine (trust me when I say simple, I really do mean it 😆) 

What are your plans for Valentine's Day this year? Do you go all out or prefer to keep it low-key? Or you just don't care? lol 

If you have any favorite rituals or self-care tips, please share them with me in the comments below. I'd love to know! Let's support each other in embracing self-love ✨ 

P.S.: Don't miss out on our Valentine's Giveaway which will be announced on the 14th! Follow us on Instagram at @bloomincrisis for a chance to win for both you and someone you love 💕 

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

Many people find it surprising when I say I don’t often go to temples or read spiritual books, even though deep down, I know that I’m very spiritual and have been practicing mindfulness intuitively for a long time. While I’ve heard of the Blue Cliff Monastery for the last eight years and had always wanted to visit, it hadn’t been at the forefront of my mind until last weekend when I finally made the trip... and despite the rain, I’m so glad I did! I’ll never forget the song ‘Understanding and Compassion’ (Hiểu và Thương) that we sang together as a community, the mindful eating with the tastiest vegetarian food, sharing my learnings with Dharma Choice (Thầy Pháp Tuyển), and learning from him as we walked around the monastery. This conversation, like most of those that I’ve shared on this channel, came together in the spur of the moment ☺️ 

Watch the full Part 2 of our conversation to learn about the practice of non-self that can help you both tame your ego while also overcoming self-doubt ✨ 

Watch it on YouTube:

Part I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPEhmdtMVRM&t=13s

Part II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzyHUZzfy-A&t=26s

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

Many people find it surprising when I say I don’t often go to temples or read spiritual books, even though deep down, I know that I’m very spiritual and have been practicing mindfulness intuitively for a long time. While I’ve heard of the Blue Cliff Monastery for the last eight years and had always wanted to visit, it hadn’t been at the forefront of my mind until last weekend when I finally made the trip... and despite the rain, I’m so glad I did! I’ll never forget the song ‘Understanding and Compassion’ (Hiểu và Thương) that we sang together as a community, the mindful eating with the tastiest vegetarian food, sharing my learnings with Dharma Choice (Thầy Pháp Tuyển), and learning from him as we walked around the monastery. This conversation, like most of those that I’ve shared on this channel, came together in the spur of the moment ☺️ 

Listen to the full Part 1 of our conversation to learn about the practice that can help you transform suffering and find hope under any circumstances 🕊️🌿 You might also discover why I came here and see a very special person who made a surprising appearance on my show this time 🙆🏻‍♀️ 

Watch it on YouTube:

Part I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPEhmdtMVRM&t=13s

Part II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzyHUZzfy-A&t=26s

Hiểu và Thương (Understanding and Compassion) song lyrics 

[English translation] 

Brothers and sisters from all over the world 

Siblings from across the continents 

No distinction in skin color or religion 

Let's come together to build and spread love 

Understanding and compassion 

Understanding and compassion 

With understanding comes compassion 

The deeper the understanding, the wider the compassion 

The wider the understanding, the deeper the compassion 

Deep understanding, profound compassion 

Understanding and compassion 

Understanding and compassion

[Vietnamese lyrics] 

Anh em ta từ bốn phương trời 

Chị em ta từ khắp năm châu 

Không phân biệt màu da tôn giáo 

Cùng về đây xây đắp yêu thương 

Hiểu và thương Hiểu và thương 

Có hiểu mới có thương 

Hiểu càng sâu thương càng rộng 

Hiểu càng rộng thương càng sâu 

Hiểu sâu, thương lớn 

Hiểu và thương 

Hiểu và thương 

🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

Many unexpected things have happened in my life, and my experience at Monkey Island Estate is one of them 💛 After having the best facial with Sophie on my first day at the floating spa, I decided to return for another massage with Beverley the next day. It was nothing short of miraculous. Although I wasn’t consciously seeking healing energy at that time and had no specific expectations before entering, I sensed that I needed it and followed my intuition. 

After our session, Beverley and I had a little chat that naturally flowed from one topic to another. Feeling completely unlocked and at peace, I couldn’t resist asking Beverley if I could record our conversation to share with you before she had to leave. No agenda, no makeup, no checking in the mirror or trying to fix anything—I just went for it. Instead of attempting to describe the healing energy I experienced, I’d love for you to feel it while listening to our conversation. Energy doesn’t need to be created, and this is why… ✨ 

Hope you enjoy it x

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

The first time I met Jeff and Saralyn, we were seated next to each other at a charming restaurant in Washington DC. Our initial exchange revolved around the delightfully delicious food, yet unexpectedly, it evolved into an unforgettable experience. With every word we shared, I grew more captivated by their genuine affection and unwavering love, even after 33 years together. Their remarkable ability to nurture such a profound connection left a deep impression on me. I found myself absorbing invaluable lessons from their journey, not only through their words but also their behaviors. 

After meeting them, I was deeply touched, inspired, and transformed for the better. 

Believing their love and wisdom should be more widely spread, in a spontaneous moment, I asked Jeff and Saralyn if they'd be open to letting me record our ongoing conversation so that I could share their treasured insights with you all. 

No formal introduction. No pre-written script. No rehearsed lines. 

Just an unfiltered exchange and a natural connection of the souls. 

And this is how they grow their love together…

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

----------

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

[Link to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/K3zQz2KEx84]

The process of getting a job can be stressful for anyone, but it’s particularly challenging for international students in the US. I wasn’t an exception—in fact, majoring in Marketing was probably one of the riskiest decisions for me or anyone who wanted to find sponsorship from prospective employers. It was an incredibly lonely period for me, filled with self-doubt after countless rejections. There was no guarantee that there’d be a light at the end of the tunnel, and I struggled to find advice that truly resonated with my challenges.

In this episode, I want to share with you a snippet of my conversation with students from Fordham Gabelli School of Business about the best practices when applying and interviewing for jobs. If you can relate to my story or feel lost in your job search journey, here's the real talk I wish I had when I was in school.

I hope you’ll find it helpful. Good luck! 🍀

Special thanks to Dean Kate Kennon, Professor Linda Luca, Susan McGowan, and all the students who attended and engaged in the session at @fordhamgsb.

Link to my LinkedIn post that was mentioned in the conversation: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7028003874871341056/

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

[Link to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nGHNPA4Vn6Y]

In this episode, I'm excited to introduce you to my favorite yoga teacher, Briana Penzarella. Perhaps one of the things many people don't know about me is that, while I might manage to stay cool, calm, and collected on the outside (as I've been told), I actually cope with anxiety quite often. Practicing yoga regularly has become one of my grounding forces. It's been proven highly effective for me, but there's much more to it than meets the eye.

Check out Briana Penzarella's chanting playlist on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5vDGuXxZ0lSL5pXsVhK3ys?si=J0m1gd6vSB69A4Lj097oSA

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

----------

🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

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[Link to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xuAcQ_0ObF4]

Like it or not, we all have those times when we're just plain upset. I'm hoping that by letting you guys in on what I personally do when I'm feeling down—especially in real moments like this one—it might lend you a hand when you're feeling a bit low, too. 

I know it sounds strange, but feeling upset can also actually be a good thing. Hang in there with me till the end of this video and you'll see just why that is... x

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

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DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!

[Link to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IGgengwTw5E]

Setting boundaries has always been a challenge for me, and it's something I've grappled with throughout my life. In many Asian cultures, the concept of boundaries isn't frequently discussed since the emphasis often lies on being group-oriented and prioritizing others' needs over our own. Sacrificing for the greater good is deeply ingrained in our upbringing.

In this episode, I'm happy to have my dear friend and sister, Phuonggy Pham, join me as we discuss this topic. Memorizing how to set boundaries isn't something that will ever come naturally to me, so here are the techniques that I apply in my life to help me with this. If you're also struggling with setting boundaries, particularly in relationships, we hope our conversation can offer some guidance and add value to your life as well x

Here's the link to the podcast episode in which Phuonggy also interviewed me on her podcast, "Dear Future Daughters" (Episode 2: You All Have a Voice) if you want to give it a listen!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vROK66fU4S0UXqZRnFtKG?si=XtbXIAnrRtqGsNHRly-o3g

Bloom in Crisis is the embodiment of hope — it is a belief, a practice, a state of being that empowers you to skillfully regulate emotions, build spiritual resilience, enhance self-awareness, unleash the potential of your mind, foster a grateful heart, cultivate joy, nurture positive energy, promote inner peace, grow self-compassion and compassion for others, embrace the present moment, derive wisdom from introspection, transform pain into grace, recognize positive possibilities even in adversity, and actively shape your narrative, ultimately leading to a happy and fulfilled life (with a touch of style!)

Welp... you're probably not going to remember all of these, and neither am I (!) which is why internalizing the concept of "bloom in crisis" instead of trying to memorize what it means is important. Luckily, we can all do it by practicing consistently. 

While I'm incredibly grateful for my journey, I know firsthand how painful and lonely it is to go through tough times alone — it urges me to give back and help others as much as I can in my lifetime. Bloom in Crisis has been transforming me and many others for the better, and I would love for you to give it a try!

Believing that everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together, I founded Bloom in Crisis to share with you how I practice it and what I've learned throughout my journey, which, I hope, will be helpful for you in yours.

-Zip xx

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About Zip Nguyen: Zip was born and raised in Vietnam. When she was just under 18, she moved to the US for college and has been living there since. She started her first full-time job at New York Magazine then moved to the BBC at the end of 2019, currently leading Business Intelligence, Pricing & Yield in the Americas region in Ad Sales at BBC Studios. Besides her main job, she is also a BBC Senior Leadership Team Advisor alumnus and Deputy Chair of BBC Studios Next Generation Board alumnus. She finds fulfillment in giving back to the next generations and inspiring others to overcome challenging times. Zip is the founder and CQO (Chief Quarterlife-crisis Officer) of Bloom in Crisis, and host of the Bloom in Crisis podcast and YouTube channel (Zip's sharing reflects her original and independent thinking and does not represent the opinions of any other organizations that she is involved with.)

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🌻 because everyone is a bloomer and we #bloomincrisis together

👋 say hi and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube: @bloomincrisis

🫶 subscribe if you like what you watch: youtube.com/@bloomincrisis

🙏 help us spread the word so more people can also #bloomincrisis

🌐 bloomincrisis.com

----------

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A FREE YOGA CLASS WITH ME AND HAVE A COFFEE CHAT AFTERWARD? Simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Subscribe to the Bloom in Crisis YouTube channel.

2. Follow @bloomincrisis on Instagram.

3. Direct Message us on Instagram so we can schedule a time!