Dr. Alaina Szlachta: From Overworked Teen to Data Powerhouse

A Story of Strategic Self-BeliefWhat do a toy store, a dance dream, and cross-country running have in common with a career in data strategy?Dr. Alaina Szlachta joins Candice Mitchell to unpack the incredible journey from juggling four jobs at 15 to becoming a data-obsessed entrepreneur, real estate investor, and advocate for building a life of intention. In this episode, Alaina reveals the powerful (and painful) lessons learned from early burnout, undercharging as a consultant, and being undervalued by clients — and how she used all of it to design a business and life that actually works for her.They talk openly about:Letting go of childhood dreams to build long-term stabilityMaking big life decisions before you’re readyWhat no one tells you about being underpaid as a woman in businessThe emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurshipReal estate, money mindset, and the importance of measurable valueIf you’ve ever wondered whether you’re doing it wrong, or feared you're the only one figuring it out in real-time, this conversation will make you feel seen.👉 Learn how to take control of your data, your career, and your worth — one smart, intentional decision at a time.Meet your host, Candice MitchellCandice Mitchell is a Talent Development Strategist, CEO of Talent Collective, and USA Today bestselling author of Choose You: For the People Who Refuse to Disappear. With nearly two decades of experience building and leading capability functions inside global and Fortune 500 organizations, she founded Talent Collective, a premium capability-building firm for L&D, HR, Change, and People leaders in high-growth companies.Your host, Candice Mitchell, can be found online at:Website: https://talentcollective.org/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicemitchelltc/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candice_mitchell_msc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@candice_mitchell_mscTalent Development Academy: https://courses.talentcollective.org/bundles/talent-development-academyChoose You book: https://chooseyoubook.com/Original music composed by: Paul DeHavenpauldehavenmusic.com