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The Defiant Career | Career Strategy for Women in Medicine
Dr. Qaali Hussein | Trauma Surgeon & Career Strategist
Hostile Workplace: 5 Things to Stop Doing Today
JUL 6, 202660 MIN
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Description
Stop shrinking. Stop coping. A toxic work environment doesn't require survival—it requires strategy. In this episode, Dr. Qaali Hussein sits down with Muna, a Black Muslim woman engineer who refused to let a hostile workplace cost her health, confidence, and wealth. Hear the 5 things she stopped doing—and learn how to reclaim power in yours.
Two invitations:
If you're stuck in your career and not sure where to begin → take the Career Diagnostic
If you're a woman in medicine and you're ready to strategize to build the life and career you want → Book a Strategy Call with Dr. Qaali
Dr. Qaali Hussein is a double board-certified trauma surgeon, mom of six, and founder of Defiance Academy. New episodes every other week.

