Join us in this inspiring episode of the Degrees of Success podcast featuring Dr. Rose Lorenzo. In this conversation, Dr. Rose Lorenzo shares her journey through education and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, emotional intelligence, and the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. She discusses her extensive background in financial services and her commitment to helping small business owners thrive. The conversation also highlights the innovative Hackathon Junior program, which aims to improve emotional intelligence in children through technology and teamwork. In this conversation, Dr. Rose Lorenzo discusses the importance of emotional intelligence in children, the impact of technology on social skills, and the need for a balance between screen time and extracurricular activities.   ⭐️ Key takeaways from this episode: ✓ Education is a continuous journey, and pursuing higher degrees can open new opportunities. ✓ Mentorship is crucial for the success of entrepreneurs. ✓ Female entrepreneurs face unique challenges, including a lack of collaboration and support. ✓ Failure should be viewed as a learning opportunity rather than a setback. ✓ The pandemic has negatively impacted children's mental health and socialization. ✓ Technology should be balanced with physical activities and team sports. ✓ Understanding the right business structure is crucial for protecting personal assets. ✓ Mentorship can guide new entrepreneurs through critical decisions. ✓ It's not always about the money in business. ✓ Hackathon Junior aims to bridge the gap between technology and emotional intelligence in children.   📖 Chapters: Jump to Key Moments 00:00 - Opening Vision 00:38 - Guest Intro: Dr. Rose Lorenzo 01:46 - From Law Aspirations to Education 03:33 - Hackathon Jr. is Born 05:06 - Emotional Intelligence Through Tech 06:58 - Success Stories & Impact 07:57 - Event Format & COVID Shift 09:00 - App Creation & Carbon Footprint Tool 10:53 - Summer Coding Camps 12:51 - The Power of Innovation in Kids 14:00 - Emotional Intelligence in Practice 16:00 - Pringles Challenge & Team Building 18:00 - Post-COVID Social Struggles 20:00 - Parent Advice & Sports Benefits 21:19 - Track and Field Life Lessons 23:00 - UOP Support & Dr. Lorenzo’s Journey 04:57 - I2O Academy & Entrepreneurial Vision 26:45 - Giving Youth Purpose & Direction 27:17 - Generation Hopelessness & the Need for Change 28:00 - Her Quantitative Study and Academic Struggles 29:26 - Closing Reflections   🤔 Learn more about Hackathon Jr. https://www.hackathonjr.com/ Subscribe for more powerful success stories and mindset strategies! 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@UOPXDegreesOfSuccessPodcast Alumni Chronicles | Rose Lorenzo 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/videos/alumni/the-college-tour-dr-rose-lorenzo.html Alumni Chronicles | Main Page 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles.html Explore the Degrees of Success Podcast Page: 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/blog/alumni-chronicles/podcast.html Explore the University of Phoenix: 👉 https://www.phoenix.edu/   ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uopx ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/universityofphoenix ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopxalumni/ ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uopx/ ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-phoenix/ ► X: https://x.com/UOPX   📱 Request info today: https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information 💻 Apply to one of UOPX’s online programs today: https://rb.gy/k0a75c 🎓 Find your degree program University of Phoenix: https://www.phoenix.edu/online-degrees/find-your-program.html   #EmotionalIntelligence #HackathonJr #DoctoralJourney #FinancialLiteracy #SuccessStories #Empowerment #BusinessStructures #WomenInBusiness