It’s time to see more Black and Brown women stand up in their power in the corporate world and share their talents at higher levels. Success is going to require you to be introspective, bold, rightfully seen, and to shine. I’m Linda Taliaferro and the Being Brown at Work Podcast is an insider’s look into climbing the corporate ladder as a Black and Brown female professional, creating an unforgettable impact, and being the first in line for leadership opportunities, whether you’re kicking off ...
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If you want to be successful in your corporate ladder climb, create an impact, and get those leadership opportunities, you have to be the person that people trust. --- This is exactly what I'm going to teach you how to do. I help professionals build confidence, understand the value of relationships, strengthen their interpersonal skills and establish executive presence so they can be properly positioned for their seat at the table. --- Listen to my new podcast, Being Brown At Work, on all st ...
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[Part 2] Successfully Navigating the Room as Black and Brown Women
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Get ready for Part 2 of my interview with Lexi B! The tide is finally turning in terms of how we, as Black and Brown women, define success and professionalism. Authentically. For OURSELVES! Lexi B., this week's Being Brown At Work Live™ guest, shares what it's starting to look and feel like for Black and Brown women as we navigate professional spac…
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[Part 1] Successfully Navigating the Room as Black and Brown Women
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The tide is finally turning in terms of how we, as Black and Brown women, define success and professionalism. Authentically. For OURSELVES! Lexi B., this week's Being Brown At Work Live™ guest, shares what it's starting to look and feel like for Black and Brown women as we navigate professional spaces in this new era. Tune in to find out you can su…
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[REPLAY] How to Strengthen Your Ability to Self Advocate with Lisa Medley
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[REPLAY] How to Prepare for Your Performance Review
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[REPLAY] How to Handle Feedback That is Clearly a Microaggression
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[REPLAY] How Women Can Redefine Their Identity & Power with Deepa Purushothaman
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[REPLAY] How to Maximize and Move the Needle In Your Career Journey
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[REPLAY] How to Successfully "Take Up Space" with Alicia McNease
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[REPLAY] How To Assure Success in Your Preparation
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Before we dive into today's replay episode, I have some exciting updates to share. As we gear up for the summer season, I'll be taking a brief hiatus to refine our mission and enhance your listening experience. While we take this short break, look forward to revisiting some of our most cherished conversations from the past. These timeless gems are …
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[PART 2] How to Show Up Authentically in High Pressure Workspaces with Ashley Menzies Babatunde
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Does work feel like a pressure cooker? Black and Brown women often find themselves navigating high-pressure work environments that demand conformity, leaving little space to express their true selves. But fear not! There are strategies to reclaim your authenticity and shine bright in the workplace. On this week's episode, I continue with part 2 of …
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[PART 1] How to Show Up Authentically in High Pressure Workspaces with Ashley Menzies Babatunde
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Do you spend every workday feeling like a lone wolf in a suit? It's not just you. Black and Brown women often have to navigate the workplace pressure cooker, which leaves little room for staying true to themselves. Yes, it's tough...but there ARE ways to make it happen. It's time to stop dimming your light! Listen in to this episode of Being Brown …
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[REPLAY] Here is How Black and Brown Women Handle Gaslighting in the Workplace with Zenica Chatman
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What psychological manipulation tactic is used to leave victims feeling confused, shaken, and unsure of themselves? The answer is gaslighting. And it's, unfortunately, something that many Black and Brown women face in the workplace. How can we avoid it, and protect ourselves? How do we deal? In this episode replay of Being Brown At Work, I explore …
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What is the "Double Bind" & How to Handle It
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Tune in as I step you through the "Double Bind". You don't want to miss this episode! Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindataliaferro https:/…
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It's Not the Glass Ceiling That Is Preventing Your Promotion
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Listen in to this episode as I discuss what is truly holding Black and Brown women back from being promoted. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/…
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[REPLAY] Remove the Cape - How to Stop Being the Workhorse
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Have you ever felt like a "Black Workhorse?" This term refers to when a racist leader piles extra work and responsibilities on Black and Brown employees. Why? Because in their eyes, you're not human, you're Black. And therefore, you're "built" for carrying a heavier workload. This dehumanizing attitude towards Black and Brown women in the workplace…
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[PART 2] Stop Playing the Victim with Attorney Chiquita Hall-Jackson
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Let's talk about playing the victim. It's a term frequently tossed around in discussions about systemic racism and injustice, stirring a deep response in us as women of color. Why? Because we're acutely aware that racism and systemic injustice are not abstract concepts—they're real, and their impact on us as Black and Brown women is undeniable. But…
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[PART 1] Stop Playing the Victim with Attorney Chiquita Hall-Jackson
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In this episode of Being Brown at Work, tune in as we discuss how you can stop being a victim, disrupt the systemic challenges and take your voice back, with dynamic Attorney Chiquita Hall-Jackson. Chiquita is not just an award-winning attorney; she's also an adjunct law professor, the visionary behind the Blow The Whistle Law social justice moveme…
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Join me for part 2, as I continue to share my why for choosing Growth as my word for 2024. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindataliaferro ht…
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Listen in as I share my word for 2024 and what it means to me. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindataliaferro https://www.instagram.com/TheT…
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[REPLAY] How to Handle Conflict/Polarizing Conversations
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Tune in to this replay episode to learn how to navigate these waters in the workplace. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindataliaferro https:…
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[REPLAY] Gaslighting - Identifying and Dealing With It in the Workplace
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Tune in to this replay episode to explore the impact of gaslighting on women, particularly women of color, in the workplace. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.…
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[PART 2] Prone to Burnout with Ashley Wynn-Grimes
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You may not be aware of this, but feeling like you don't belong in the workplace can be more than just stressful... ...It can cause burnout. And as women from underrepresented communities, we're more likely to feel excluded and unwelcome - which means we're far more prone to experiencing burnout. That's why in this episode of Being Brown At Work, w…
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[PART 1] Prone to Burnout with Ashley Wynn-Grimes
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As women of color in the workplace, we experience situations that heighten our sense of 'otherness.' We often feel isolated or excluded, which results in higher levels of stress. Over time, these feelings can lead to burnout, harming our mental health and derailing our careers. In this episode of Being Brown At Work, I'm joined by special guest Ash…
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[PART 2] Innovating Your Way to Transforming the Table with Anne Partington
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Are you the only and or first woman of color in your organization, or one of very few in your industry? OR...are you thinking of breaking into an industry that's dominated by one demographic - but feeling kind of anxious? In part two of this episode on Being Brown At Work, I continue the conversation with Anne Partington, Tauber Institute Managing …
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[PART 1] Innovating Your Way to Transforming the Table with Anne Partington
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Are you the only and or first woman of color in your organization, or one of very few in your industry? OR...are you thinking of breaking into an industry that's dominated by one demographic - but feeling kind of anxious? In this episode of Being Brown At Work, I chat with Anne Partington, Tauber Institute Managing Director and head of Industry Par…
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How to Deal with Tokenism and Being the "Only"
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Being the only woman and/or person of color at work can be intimidating for a number of reasons. It can cause you to: 📍 Feel pressured to code-switch and not bring your authentic self to work. 📍Refrain from speaking up and networking with others, causing you to miss important networking opportunities. 📍 Internalize daily microaggressions which can …
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[REPLAY] How Cultural Background Can Help or Hurt Your Career with Leslie Bednarz
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Tune in to this replay episode with special guest, Leslie Bednarz, to learn how we can use our cultural influence to benefit us in the corporate world. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/th…
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Remove the Cape - How to Stop Being the Workhorse
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Have you ever felt like a "Black Workhorse?" This term refers to when a racist leader piles extra work and responsibilities on Black and Brown employees. Why? Because in their eyes, you're not human, you're Black. And therefore, you're "built" for carrying a heavier workload. This dehumanizing attitude towards Black and Brown women in the workplace…
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Want To Know What It's Like To Be Coached By Me with C.C Grant
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Are curious about what it's like working with me as your career coach? This week on Being Brown At Work, I'm giving you a chance to hear firsthand what you can expect when you book me as your coach. My client, C.C Grant, joins me to share her experience working with me. We dive into how my specialized Peel Back, Connect and Grow approach drives tra…
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Gaslighting - Identifying and Dealing With It in the Workplace
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Has this ever happened to you? 👇🏾 You try to speak up about issues such as discrimination or sexism, but you're told that you're being "too sensitive" or "exaggerating" the problem. This is known as gaslighting, a form of emotional abuse where someone tries to manipulate you into doubting your own perceptions. and it's commonly experienced by women…
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[REPLAY] Questions Regarding Executive Presence
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Tune in to this replay as I share some of the Q&As about Executive Presence that took place during a webinar with my fellow University of Michigan Ross School alums (Go Blue 🎉). Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ h…
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[PART 2] Kill Burnout, Build Resiliency through Wellness with Ashley Wynn-Grimes
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We encounter them frequently as professional Black and Brown women, sometimes even daily. They're microaggressions, covert forms of discrimination that can take an emotional toll on employees who are members of historically underrepresented or marginalized groups. Microaggressions shatter our confidence, causing us to question our abilities and sel…
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[PART 1] Kill Burnout, Build Resiliency through Wellness with Ashley Wynn-Grimes
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Have you ever experienced something at work that shook your self-confidence to its core? It's unfortunately a common experience for Black and Brown women. However, there are ways to make it through these experiences with your resilience and self-confidence intact. And in this episode, Ashley Wynn-Grimes, Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions, LLC a…
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[PART 2] How to Find and Exercise Your Voice When You Are An Only with Ashwini Balasubramanian
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The pressure is real. When you're the only person of color in the room, it can be an overwhelming experience. The blinding glare of the spotlight can feel pretty intense, and trying to find your voice can seem challenging, to say the least. But with the right preparation, you can learn to navigate being the 'only,' exercise your voice...and even th…
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[PART 1] How to Find and Exercise Your Voice When You Are An "Only" with Ashwini Balasubramanian
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Being the lone POC in the room can be a nerve-wracking experience for many Black/Brown professionals. And when you add microaggressions and stereotypes to the mix, it can make us want to shrink ourselves to escape the glare of the spotlight. However, with a few helpful methods, you may get over the microaggressions and negativity...and even capital…
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[PART 2] How One Woman Proved Systemic Racism And Kept Her Job with Jacquie Abram
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If you're searching for a thrilling, spell-binding, and uplifting read about overcoming racism and discrimination at work, look no further than international bestselling author Jacquie Abram's "Hush Money" series! This week's episode is part 2 of my conversation with Jacquie about her book, career, and the lessons she's learned along the way. Get y…
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[PART 1] How One Woman Proved Systemic Racism And Kept Her Job with Jacquie Abram
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Listen in to this week's Being Brown At Work as I speak with DEI/anti-racism keynote speaker and award-winning author Jacquie Abram! Jacquie shares the inspiration behind her international best-selling book, "Hush Money: How One Woman Proves Systemic Racism In Her Workplace And Kept Her Job", and she also discuss the importance of amplifying your v…
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[PART 2] How to Successfully Negotiate a Salary Increase with Claudia Miller
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According to a study by Lean In Community, "on average, Black women in the U.S. are paid 36% less than white men and 12% less than white women." Black/Brown woman, you do NOT have to sit back and accept this as your fate. By advocating for yourself and negotiating your salary, you can start making the money you deserve and contributing to closing t…
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[PART 1] How to Successfully Negotiate a Salary Increase with Claudia Miller
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Black and Brown women, do you want to make more money at work? We all do! So to help you discover how to make it possible, career coach Claudia Miller joins me this week to discuss how to successfully negotiate an increase in salary. Be it a promotion or a new job, there are many aspects to consider, and Claudia, a recognized expert, knows them all…
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[PART 2] How Gaslighting Impacts Black and Brown Women in the Workplace with Zenica Chatman
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What psychological manipulation tactic is used to leave victims feeling confused, shaken, and unsure of themselves? The answer is gaslighting. And it's, unfortunately, something that many Black and Brown women face in the workplace. How can we avoid it, and protect ourselves? How do we deal? In this week's episode of Being Brown At Work, I explore …
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[PART 1] How Gaslighting Impacts Black and Brown Women in the Workplace with Zenica Chatman
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Has anyone ever made you question what you know to be true? Did it make you question your own memory...or perhaps even your sanity? That's gaslighting, and many Black women will experience it at work - especially when it comes to issues dealing with racism, sexism, or microaggressions. My guest this week on Being Brown At Work is Zenica Chatman, a …
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How To Assure Success in Your Preparation
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Preparation is the key to career success...but how does one actually prepare? And better yet...where do you start? Listen in as I review my proven methodology for Black and Brown women to strongly prepare for career progression in this episode. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Conne…
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If 2022 is any indication, 2023 will be a year of significant change. As many organizations begin to embrace the benefits of workplace diversity, new opportunities for advancement may become available for Black and Brown women. If a major opportunity for advancement popped up tomorrow, would you be ready? Would you be PREPARED? Listen in to this ep…
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[REPLAY] What Does Your Attitude Say About You?
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Have you ever wondered what your attitude says about you? If your goal is to become a leader in your organization, it's essential to really analyze your attitude and how others may see you as a result. Because here's the thing: Even if you really know your stuff, it doesn't mean that the others in the room are below you. There's a huge difference b…
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[REPLAY] Not Growing in Your Career? Get Out of the Way!!!
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Want to climb the corporate ladder? Listen in to this replay episode to learn how. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindataliaferro https://ww…
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[REPLAY] If you won't invest in you, no one else will!
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In this replay episode, I talk about the importance of investing in yourself. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https://thetee.lpages.co/workplace-confidence-lead-magnet/ Connect with Linda: bit.ly/teeconnect https://www.lindataliaferro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/theteewithlinda/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindataliaferro https://www.ins…
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Black and Brown women continue to make significant progress in terms of representation, particularly in high positions. However, while this means that we're increasing our incomes and climbing the ladder, it also means we're more susceptible to one thing: Burnout. We break glass ceilings, overcome barriers, and continue to achieve high levels of su…
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How to Handle Conflict/Polarizing Conversations
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How do you handle difficult or polarizing conversations at work? Today's society is more divided than ever. As a result, many people avoid discussing controversial topics with their coworkers to avoid arguments and hurt feelings. But some topics are impossible to ignore, especially if you’re trying to make authentic connections. And even though the…
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[REPLAY] Don't Let Fear Cripple Your Climb
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I've talked about this topic a lot over time, but I truly believe that it's worth revisiting because it's something that sticks with us, and it can truly cripple our journey to whatever seated the table that we aspire to achieve. Tune in to this replay to learn how you can keep going despite the fear. Get your free Workplace Confident Guide: https:…
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