Welcome to The Happy Executive Woman® Podcast! I am your host, Anita Charlot, retention strategist, corporate relationship consultant, executive coach for black and brown women, and founder and CEO of Relationship Architect Academy LLC. Keeping with our motto, “They Lied to You...Business IS Personal!™” this podcast is a dedicated space for leaders seeking to harmonize the heart and soul of their teams with the company’s bottom line. It offers actionable insights for creating inclusive and r ...
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132 Lifting Each Other Up: Why I Created the Sanity-Saver Certificates
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Hey there! It’s been a while since you have heard from me. I have been very busy with family obligations, caring for a 90-year-old mother with dementia, and just creating a lot of programs and things behind the scenes. While I’ve been showing up online in written form and in video form, I have not created a podcast in quite a while. So this was the…
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131 Empowering Mothers in Corporate Leadership: Navigating Dual Roles with the R.E.A.L. Talk Conversation Series™
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Navigating the journey to corporate leadership is a challenge that requires significant dedication, skill, and resilience. For mothers, this journey is further complicated by the added responsibilities of family care, which often require a delicate balancing act. Despite these challenges, mothers in leadership roles bring invaluable perspectives an…
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130 Showing Care Through Innovative Well-Being Programs
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Our next podcast for diversity month highlights the shift in forward thinking companies towards prioritizing employee well-being over traditional productivity measures. It highlights the need for innovative wellness programs, covering physical, emotional, mental, and social health, especially during diversity month. By showcasing initiatives like t…
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129 Candid Conversations with Phenomenal Executive Women: Dr. Adaira Landry
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Hello, beautiful listeners! This week, we have the honor of having a very informative and candid conversation with the absolutely phenomenal Adaira Landry. Dr. Landry was raised in Rialto, California. While she had the love and support of her parents, she lacked mentorship and training on how to navigate the educational system and the workplace. Th…
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128 Representation Matters – Connecting Through Shared Experiences
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In our inaugural podcast for diversity month, Representation Matters – Connecting Through Shared Experiences, we delve into the pivotal role of representation and leadership, particularly its transformative impact on organizations. By exploring why employees connecting with leaders who share their experiences and backgrounds is beneficial and essen…
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127 Empowering Women Through Professional Development: A Catalyst for Change
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Next in our Women’s History Month article series, we will dive into a compelling journey of empowerment and transformation where professional development isn’t just a pathway to success… It’s a revolution in the making. Learn how targeted coaching and growth opportunities are unlocking unparalleled potential in women, particularly those of color, r…
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126 Innovative Women-Driven Initiatives that Transformed Corporate Cultures
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Welcome to our special Women’s History Month podcast series! This week, we are sharing innovative women-driven initiatives that transform corporate cultures. As we look into the remarkable journey of women who have redefined the corporate landscape, we celebrate the extraordinary power of female leadership. Through empathy, innovation, and a relent…
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125 Beyond February: Championing Year-Round Advocacy for Black History and Accomplishments
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As February winds down, it’s a good moment to remember that the conversations and celebrations around Black History Month shouldn’t just stop because the month does. It’s been great to see leaders and communities unite to shine a light on Black achievements in history, but let’s be honest. These stories and truths matter all year, not just in Febru…
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124 Navigating Gender Biases in Team Meetings: A Guide for Black and Brown Women
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This week’s podcast looks candidly at the hurdles Black and Brown women face during team meetings, where gender biases can often leave them feeling sidelined. It’s packed with down to earth advice on how to stand tall and make sure their voices are heard, covering everything from the power of being prepared to the importance of speaking up confiden…
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123 Championing DEI in Corporate America: Beyond the Surface
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Building on the critical conversation initiated in my previous podcast episode number 102, titled “Quietly Quitting’ DEI Commitments: A Call to Authentic Leadership” this week’s podcast, “Championing DEI in Corporate America: Beyond the Surface”, delves deeper into the current landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. This pod…
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122 Balancing the Scales: Achieving Work-Life Harmony as a Woman of Color
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Welcome to this week’s podcast, where we focus on achieving a harmonious balance between professional commitments and personal life, particularly for Black and Brown women in the corporate world. Balancing these aspects can be a complex challenge, but it’s critical for success and well-being. We’ll explore practical strategies and real life example…
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121 Strategic Inclusivity: Driving Business Success through a Culture of Empathy and Diversity
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As we enter a new year, C-Suite leaders increasingly recognize the importance of fostering a culture of love and inclusivity within their organizations. It sounds a bit woo woo, doesn’t it? I realize that, but stick with me for a little longer. This is not merely about creating a feel good environment. It’s about leveraging the tangible strategic b…
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120 Heart of Leadership: Embracing Emotional Intelligence in the C-Suite
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In the ever-evolving landscape of corporate leadership, there’s a growing recognition of the critical role emotional intelligence plays in successful leadership. As we usher in a new year, it’s time for C-suite leaders to embrace this softer skill that can lead to complex results. This shift is not just a trend but a fundamental change in how effec…
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There’s a longstanding belief in the corporate world that emotions and personal connections should be secondary to profits and productivity… But this traditional view is outdated and needs revision. My philosophy, encapsulated in the tagline “They lied to you, business IS personal!” challenges this notion and brings a fresh perspective to corporate…
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118 Beyond the Boardroom: A Personal Guide to Creating Unbreakable Ties with Your Team
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As you navigate the complexities of your leadership role, I invite you to consider a transformative approach that extends well beyond the confines of traditional management. At Relationship Architect Academy, we’ve mastered fostering deep, lasting connections within organizations. This personal guide is tailored for you, a leader seeking to cultiva…
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117 Join Me on a Heartfelt Journey: Reigniting the Heart of Business in 31 Days
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In today’s fast-paced corporate world, it’s easy to forget that at the core of every successful business are its people. Relationships, engagement, and a sense of belonging are not just nice to have, they are essential for sustained success and growth. I’m thrilled to introduce “Reigniting the Heart of Business”, a 31-day journey for December. It’s…
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116 Embracing Love AND Prosperity: Transforming Leadership in Corporate America
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Imagine standing on Barbados’ sunkissed shores where the waves’ rhythm echoes the pulse of transformation. I know this sounds so dramatic, but this was a setting where I, a seasoned leadership coach, found an unexpected revelation: the power of love and empathy to reshape the heart of corporate America. Let me take you on my journey… A personal and…
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115 Beyond Healing: Embracing Love as the New Cornerstone of Corporate Culture
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I’ve just returned from a mastermind retreat in Barbados, which was more healing than expected. While there standing on the beach, surrounded by nature, listening to the waves, the word LOVE kept coming up in meditation. It’s time to shift from focusing on the problem to focusing on the solution. Join me inside the episode as I share with you the c…
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114 Soft Living for Black and Brown Women at Work: Overcoming Hard Times
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In the hustle of the business world, a new story is taking shape. It’s about being kind to yourself and showing your true feelings, even when it’s tough. Work can be tricky for Black and Brown women with many unspoken rules. Choosing to be gentle and kind isn’t just about looking after yourself; it’s a bold move. So let’s talk real life. Work isn’t…
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113 Glass Ceilings & Stained Glass Windows: The Double Bind of Race and Gender in Corporate Hierarchies
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We’ve all heard of the glass ceiling, that invisible barrier that prevents women, especially women of color, from ascending the ranks and professional environments. Despite our qualifications, talents, and contributions, we often need help to break through the top echelons of leadership. Well, have you heard of the stained glass window? Continue li…
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112 Championing Menopausal Support for Black and Brown Women: A Crucial Endeavor for Senior Leaders and HR Professionals
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In the corporate realm, the challenges of menopause, especially for Black and Brown women remain largely unspoken and unaddressed. As a trauma coach, who’s personally navigated this journey, I delve deep into the profound impact of menopause on women of color in the workplace and outline essential strategies for change. Tune in to the episode to un…
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111 One Woman’s Journey of Menopause At Work… A Journal Entry
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Now that I have returned from a much needed vacation to London and Paris and I’ve started to recover from COVID, it’s time to get back in the saddle. Did you know that October was Menopause Awareness Month? Tune in to this week’s episode as I read you one of my client’s entire journal entry. Whether you have or ever will experience menopause, my cl…
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110 A Return to Episode 90: The Actual Cost of Black and Brown Employees Missing Work Due to Workplace Stress-Related Issues
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Hey, listeners! While Anita is taking a bit of a break for some much-needed R&R, we invite you to dive into our podcast archives. It's a great time to revisit some old favorites or discover episodes you might have missed. Enjoy the replays, and she'll be back refreshed and ready to bring you some more amazing content soon. This week, enjoy revisiti…
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109 A Return to Episode 91: Embrace Self-Reflection: Empowering White Executives through Conscious Leadership Development as a Black Consultant
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Hey, listeners! While Anita is taking a bit of a break for some much-needed R&R, we invite you to dive into our podcast archives. It's a great time to revisit some old favorites or discover episodes you might have missed. Enjoy the replays, and she'll be back refreshed and ready to bring you some more amazing content soon. This week, enjoy revisiti…
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108 Unraveling the Secrets of "Embracing a Soft Life in Corporate America™" for Black and Brown Women
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Empowerment Begins Here… Right Here Dear phenomenal Black and Brown women, In the dynamic world of Corporate America, our unique experiences, triumphs, and struggles often need to be acknowledged. But imagine a space tailored exclusively for you, shedding light on the delicate balance of ambition, resilience, and self-care. Introducing the Embracin…
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107 Elevate the Wellbeing of Your Black and Brown Female Employees
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Championing mental well-being in corporate America Dear socially and racially conscious leaders, the well-being of every employee forms the cornerstone of an organization’s success. However, The unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of Black and Brown women often require nuance understanding and tailored support. I’d like to present the Embr…
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106 Embracing a Soft Life in Corporate America™: An Invitation to Understand Success Beyond Titles
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Redefining the Corporate Journey for Black and Brown Women In the fast-paced, demanding realm of Corporate America, success is often synonymous with titles, paychecks, and recognition. But what if we dared to redefine that narrative? The “Embracing a Soft Life in Corporate America™” Masterclass seeks to reshape the way Black and Brown women perceiv…
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105 Breaking the Chains: My Journey from Overcompensation to Embracing a ‘Soft Life’ in Corporate America™
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Every journey of self-discovery starts with a moment of realization. This subtle epiphany reshapes the trajectory of our path—my moment emerged as I navigated the intricate web of Corporate America, facing the myriad challenges that come with being a Black woman in the predominantly white business world. In this episode, I will also share with you …
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104 Sis, It’s Time to Retire Your Superwoman Cape… for Good!
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Are you a Black or Brown sister that is tired of wearing the superwoman cape? The narrative that we are unbreakable is woven deep into our history and often hailed as the ‘Superwomen’ of the corporate world. Black and Brown women are celebrated for their strength, resilience, and ability to succeed despite the daily stressors we endure. If this sou…
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103 Riding the Back-to-School Wave: CEOs, Grab Your “Lunchboxes” and Let’s Dive In!
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Hey CEOs, Remember that feeling of cracking open a brand-new notebook on the first day of school, the pages untouched and filled with possibility? There’s a buzz in the air as kids from coast to coast lace up those new sneakers and head back to classrooms, toting shiny backpacks brimming with fresh supplies and ambitions. No, I’m not talking about …
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102 “Quietly Quitting” DEI Commitments: A Call to Authentic Leadership
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Recent revelations, like McDonald’s subtle website adjustments about DEI initiatives, raise crucial questions about corporate consistency and authenticity. As a Black female conscious leadership consultant, I’m intimately familiar with the nuances and significance of such shifts. Are we observing the start of a trend where companies “quietly quit” …
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101 Navigating the DEI Rabbit Hole: Addressing CEOs’ Fears and Championing Authentic Transformation
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The corporate landscape is undergoing a seismic shift in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). As companies grapple with the intricacies of genuine inclusivity, many CEOs stand at a precipice, hesitant to plunge deep into the DEI rabbit hole. Their apprehensions are rooted in real concerns—shifting an organization’s culture and the potential remo…
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100 Embracing the New Wave of Leadership: The Power of Consciousness
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Leadership in today’s world is more than just overseeing tasks or managing people; it’s about fostering empathy, understanding, and inclusivity. As we find ourselves in a new era of leadership, one term I can completely wrap my mind and heart around that has come to the forefront is “conscious leadership.” Join me inside the episode as I share a li…
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99 The Embracing Conscious Leadership Challenge: A Transformative, Immersive Experience
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The Embracing Conscious Leadership Challenge is not just another check-the-box course to add to your life of good deeds this quarter. It’s a commitment to looking deep within, a pledge to be a more conscious leader, a true ally, an advocate, and a force for positive change within your organization and community. If you are serious about supporting …
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98 Embracing Conscious Leadership: The Path Towards a Safer, More Inclusive Workplace
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Dear Visionary Leaders, As the corporate world navigates the repercussions of the affirmative action repeal, I invite you to step forward and make a difference. I am recording this podcast as a Black conscious leadership consultant, bearing the responsibility and the hope of building bridges in the workplace, fostering empathy, understanding, and u…
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97 Reclaiming Your Worth: The Healing Journey for Black and Brown Women in the Workplace
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As a mindfulness and executive corporate trauma coach, I am intimately familiar with the transformative power of self-awareness and healing. In particular, I want to highlight an important topic for Black and Brown women: healing past traumas and decoupling self-worth from external experiences, especially within the workplace. See you inside… What …
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96 Recognizing and Addressing the Intersectionality of Independence Day and Black Employees’ Experiences
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As a Black female conscious leadership consultant, I’ve long been aware of the complex tapestry that weaves together Black employees’ experiences, feelings, and history in American workplaces. This week, on July 4th, the United States celebrates its Independence Day—a day marked with festivities, parades, and fireworks, celebrating the country’s ha…
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95 10 Things to Help Conscious Leaders Create an Inclusive and Equitable Workplace
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Creating an inclusive and equitable workplace requires a manager to consciously, thoughtfully, and culturally sensitively approach Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. In today’s fast-evolving business environment, creating an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace is more critical than ever before. It’s not merely about ticking off…
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94 Harnessing the Summer Solstice: The Conscious Leader’s Guide to Reflection, Connection, and Rejuvenation
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With the longest day of the year upon us, the Summer Solstice symbolizes a time of growth, expansion, and abundance. But beyond this, it serves as a natural pause, a moment for us as conscious business leaders to slow down, reflect and recharge. In this episode, we will explore the significance of the Summer Solstice from a leadership perspective a…
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93 The Power of Individual Purpose: A Key to Conscious Leadership
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In the quest for personal and professional fulfillment, many individuals search for meaning in their lives. One influential work that explores this fundamental human need is Viktor Frankl’s book, Man’s Search for Meaning. I first learned of this book when a stranger gave me his tattered copy as we chatted in a coffee shop in Minneapolis during a pi…
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92 Conscious Leadership – What it Is and What Is Required to Move Your Organization in That Direction
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If you’ve been following me for a while, you have seen and heard me mention “Conscious Leadership” several times. But what does it mean? How does a Conscious Leader “lead,” and how can you lead…consciously? Join me inside the episode as I share my definition of “Conscious Leadership” and how I see it making changes in the world. See you inside… Wha…
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91 Embrace Self-Reflection: Empowering White Executives through Conscious Leadership Development as a Black Consultant
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As a Black woman, Metaphysician, and Conscious Leadership Development Consultant and Trainer, I bring a unique perspective to the conversation around self-reflection and inclusive leadership. Today, I want to address you directly and emphasize the importance of self-reflection, as a white executive, in navigating issues of race and gender and foste…
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90 The Actual Cost of Black and Brown Employees Missing Work Due to Workplace Stress-Related Issues
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The actual cost of Black and Brown employees missing work due to workplace stress-related issues may not be as “innocent” as you thought. As a consultant who has worked in and with many organizations, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of workplace stress on employees’ mental and physical health. And unfortunately, Black and Brown employees are often m…
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89 How to Make Tough Calls with Integrity for Socially Conscious Leaders
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As a socially conscious C-Level Executive, you understand that ethical decision-making is not always black and white. Sometimes, it requires navigating complex grey areas to make tough calls that align with your values and mission. It can be challenging, but it’s essential for your organization’s long-term success and reputation. So, how can you na…
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88 Healing Corporate America is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
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When the idea of healing corporate America came into my spirit, I questioned it. Each time it came up, I doubted it. On the one hand, I knew that if anyone could do it, I could… but on the other hand, I also realized that healing corporate America as a whole would not be accomplished in my lifetime. I questioned, if ever! So why embark upon the jou…
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87 You Could Actually Move the DEI Needle Further Along by Hiring A Black Mentor
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You are far ahead of the curve if you’re lucky to have authentic friendships with a Black person. I say that not to put you down in any way, but from experience, we will keep you honest and be 100% real with you, whether you like it or not. I have always been that "safe Black person” that many white colleagues could come to and ask questions to hel…
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86 Long-Lasting Transformation for Leaders Who Want to Be Allies Begins With and Thrives on Discomfort
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No matter what road you set out for transformation, whether mental, physical, emotional, or spiritual, it always “hurts” initially. If your goal was to release unwanted pounds, the workouts, the changes in your diet, the juicing/smoothies, and intermittent fasting were uncomfortable initially. But, once you overcame the discomfort, it became easier…
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85 Conscious Leadership Requires A High Degree of Self-Awareness
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Are you a Conscious Leader or one that climbs the corporate ladder in pursuit of a particular title? As you increase in salary and responsibilities, are you also growing in self-awareness and consciousness? Can you make the mind shift required when moving from a team member to a manager to an officer? In my experience and through my audience member…
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84 Candid Conversations with Phenomenal Executive Women: Rosaline Gordon
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Hello, beautiful! Tune in this week to hear an incredibly informative candid conversation with the phenomenal Rosaline Gordon! Rosaline Gordon is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and mentor. Rosaline has served as CEO and Founder of The Gordon Group Financial Services, Inc. since 2015. She holds a master’s in Legal Studies from Trinity Law S…
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For Women’s History Month, this year, I decided to focus on ways in which everyday women can make history for themselves. So I will be sharing with you and on social media, different quotes by women of color, powerful women of color, and my take on what that quote means to me and how it applied to my life. Just thinking about this… if you only knew…
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