Ep 16 - Communication, Confidence & the Art of Celebrating with Dr. Claudia Belliveau, PhD

Written By Skye Marok

Welcome back to Building Your Best Brain! This episode features the incredible Dr. Claudia Belliveau—a neuroscientist, science communicator, and entrepreneur who’s passionate about making science accessible to everyone.

Claudia earned her PhD in Neuroscience from McGill University and founded a scientific consulting company during her studies to bridge the gap between research and the public. Today, she’s a freelance science consultant, content creator, and small business owner, running an Instagram platform with 85K+ followers and crafting unique gifts for recent graduates. She’s also navigating the transition from academia to the pharmaceutical industry.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Claudia’s journey from research to consulting to social media

  • The challenges of science communication & battling misinformation

  • How to strengthen your communication skills

  • Overcoming imposter syndrome

  • Treating productivity like a recipe

  • The importance of celebrating your wins

Connect with Claudia:

  • Instagram/TikTok: @c.belliveau.science

  • Website: cbelliveauscience.com

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