Episode 109: Over-efforting Towards Burnout

In this episode, Dr. Marina and Dr. Zulma tackle a pattern they've lived and witnessed repeatedly: over-efforting to the point of burnout. As students of color, both doctors felt the pressure to do everything just to feel like enough during the application process, and they've seen the same cycle play out in countless mentees through the Future Minority Doctor coaching program.

They make the case for working smarter, not harder — breaking down how to identify high-yield application components that actually move the needle, so you can build a competitive application without running yourself into the ground. Honest, validating, and practical — this episode is a reminder that you were always enough.