Lately, I’ve been taking a more intentional approach to how I engage with media.

It’s easy to get caught up in the constant stream of news, but I’ve realized that detaching from it and choosing when and how I engage has helped me stay focused on what really matters.

With all the shifts happening in public health, I want this community to be a space where we grow, support each other, and take meaningful action—without feeling overwhelmed.

With that in mind, here are a few exciting updates:

🎙 Podcast Update: More Variety, More Voices

I’m shifting Public Health Careers to a bi-weekly interview schedule, while filling the other weeks with solo episodes on topics that matter to me—and to you. I'm happy to share more about this change if you are interested.

Here’s an example of a solo episode: Watch here​

I’m also working to bring on the President of ASPPH (Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health) to discuss the importance of the public health workforce right now.

💡 Have a topic you’d like me to cover? [Submit here]
🎤 Want to be a guest on the podcast? [Apply here]

📚 Public Health Book Club Launch – Join for Free!

I chose our first book because of the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent report, My Parting Prescription for America, which highlights the need for social connection to improve the nation’s health (read it here).

Our book is The Art and Science of Connection: Why Social Health Is the Missing Key to Living Longer, Healthier, and Happier—a timely read on how strengthening relationships can improve our well-being. The author even has an MPH, and I’m hoping to have her join our closing discussion!

📖 Join the book club here: [https://public-health-community.circle.so/c/book-club/]

📋 Interest Form: [https://forms.gle/wdYACNcFs8JzovgD9]

📅 Upcoming Community Events

✅ Free Coaching Call – Wednesday 5th Feb​
✅ Resume & Cover Letter Review – Sunday 23rd Feb

If you want career support, resume feedback, or clarity on your next steps, join us. Also, if you’d like to host an event, I’m happy to support—just click the relevant link or reply to this email!

🔥 1-on-1 Coaching – 6 Spots Left for February

Many people struggle with not having clarity in their career—whether it’s in their resume, LinkedIn strategy, networking, or skill-building plan. I help public health professionals turn that uncertainty into clear action steps so they can confidently move forward.

Here’s how I can support you:
✔ Strengthening your resume & cover letter​
✔ Improving your LinkedIn & networking strategy​
✔ Creating a job search plan that works​
✔ Salary negotiation & career pivots​
✔ Financial planning & career growth strategies

💡 Only 5 spots left for February—book a session here: [https://calendly.com/thephmillennial/coachingcall]

🆓 Free Public Health Community Coaching Call (Feb 7 @ 2 PM EST)

Our friend Marissa McKool, MPH, also known as the Public Health Burnout Coach, is hosting a free, confidential coaching call to help us navigate the stress and uncertainty in public health.

This live, interactive session is a safe space to get coaching (or just listen in) on topics like:

✨ Handling uncertainty
✨ Decreasing anxiety
✨ Navigating financial concerns
✨ Overcoming fear & sadness
✨ Breaking news addiction

🛑 This call will not be recorded—come as you are and leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more prepared.

🔗 Click here to learn more and register:https://www.mckoolcoaching.com/free-community-coaching-call​

I hope that as we all navigate the shifts in public health, you're also taking time to enjoy the things that bring you joy and building community with those around you. We’re all in this together, and I’m grateful to be in community with you.

If you have any questions, just click the relevant link or reply to this email—I’d love to hear from you.

Take care,

Omari

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