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Balancing Motherhood and Career - A Journey of Authenticity, Resilience, and Leadership - Doris Jackson-Shazier : 139
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How do you balance motherhood and a thriving corporate career without losing your authenticity? Doris Jackson Shazier is a resilient mother of four from Orlando, Florida, who has shared her journey of raising children over nearly two decades. Starting motherhood at 19 as a first-generation college student, Doris opens up about societal expectations, internal conflicts, and the transformative experience of young motherhood. Her upcoming book, "Raising Justice," captures her incredible story of faith, grace, and perseverance.
Doris Jackson-Shazier is an author, speaker, ICF-accredited leadership coach, and people management consultant with over 20 years of experience in driving organizational growth and excellence.
Doris shares insights on juggling a demanding corporate career with motherhood. She rose in the corporate world, overseeing 10,000 employees across 96 locations while being a hands-on parent, creating efficient systems and leveraging daycare without relying on nannies. Eventually, she left corporate America to start a successful leadership coaching business, aligning her career with her values for a more balanced life.
This episode also delves into the emotional toll of maintaining authenticity in corporate America. Doris discusses the challenges of adapting her appearance and demeanour to meet professional expectations and the ensuing mental and emotional exhaustion. Her difficult COVID-19 experience prompted her to prioritize mental well-being and family. Doris's upcoming book, "Pieces to Peace," offers advice on overcoming fear and taking action, providing practical insights and inspiration for young professionals and aspiring leaders. This conversation is packed with wisdom, resilience, and actionable advice.
Let's enjoy her story!
To connect with Doris: http://dorisjacksonshazier.com
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1. Balancing Motherhood and Career - A Journey of Authenticity, Resilience, and Leadership - Doris Jackson-Shazier : 139 (00:00:00)
2. Balancing Parenthood With Professional Success (00:09:57)
3. Balancing Authenticity in Corporate Culture (00:16:41)
4. Navigating Corporate Authenticity and Career Transitions (00:27:30)
5. Situational Leadership and Finding Balance (00:37:13)
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