Together, we're redefining what it means, looks and feels like, to be doing "woman's work" in the world today. With confidence and the occasional rant. From boardrooms to studios, kitchens to coding dens, we explore the multifaceted experiences of today's woman, confirming that the new definition of "woman's work" is whatever feels authentic, true, and right for you. We're shedding expectations, setting aside the "shoulds", giving our finger to the "supposed tos". We're torching the old play ...
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This podcast is for former church girls who woke up one day and realized that life was bigger than what Big Mama and the Bible say. These friends were lucky that as they started exploring their identities as Black women, they had each other. The hosts, Kelli King-Jackson, ACC and Kendra Ross, PhD, invite you into their group chat as they talk about faith, f(r)amily, community, politics, and pop culture. They don't believe in leaving any Black woman behind so all are invited into the conversa ...
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Created by Sheri Nicole, Black Woman Working is a podcast that informs, connects and protects the spirit, honor, and vulnerability of black women as they work on and through life's adversities and possibilities, while sharing their stories, growth, and accomplishments!
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Hungry Woman at Work is a podcast for the woman who wants to thrive at work, without losing her soul. Be inspired by the stories of women who are making an impact in their spheres of influence, be it in the boardroom, the classroom, on the field, at an NGO, or at home. And get some snippets of advice on issues facing women in the workplace, from mentorship and leadership, to being healthy at work.
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The Black Woman’s Stress Solution Podcast: discover the connection between Black women’s stress in work, love, and health—offering real solutions to help you stress less and thrive more!
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Welcome to ”The Black Woman’s Stress Solution,” the podcast for ambitious black women who are navigating the complexities of success while striving for balance and well-being in their lives. Brig Johnson, your host and go-to coach for stress management, brings you insights, strategies, tools and a little bit of neurobiology to master mindfulness, self-improvement, confidence, and personal growth. With Brig’s guidance, you’ll learn how to become unstuck and manage stress effectively while pur ...
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EP. 210 Lessons From 60: Five Loaves And Two Fish:Making Magic With What You Have
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Join Brig in her series on the transformative power of dreaming as she reflects on her journey to dream big in honor of her 60th birthday. Brig shares how she overcame societal expectations and personal fears, reclaiming her power and purpose. She encourages us all to free ourselves from the mental drain of self-doubt and societal lies through drea…
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The Power of Positive Social Media: Insights from Upworthy's Lucia Knell | 261
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In this episode of This Is Woman’s Work, we dive into building a healthy online environment—for yourself, your community, and the greater good. Our guest, Lucia Knell, Vice President of Upworthy and author of Good People: Stories From the Best of Humanity, shares her insights on harnessing social media for positivity and connection. Upworthy is kno…
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Abundance: Secrets to Prosperity and Ease with Cathy Heller | 260
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When you think of abundance, do you think of having more—more money, more success, more stuff? What if true abundance isn’t just about accumulation, but about appreciation? In this episode, Nicole Kalil is joined by Cathy Heller—transformational coach, spiritual guide, meditation teacher, and host of the Abundant Ever After podcast—to challenge eve…
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EP. 209 Not Your Ride or Die: 60 Years of Unlearning Love's Lies "What I’ve Learned In My 60 Years” - Part 1
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In this special 60th birthday episode, Brig Johnson takes us on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment. This episode is the first in a three-part series where Brig shares the invaluable lessons she's gathered over six decades. Brig opens up about the transformative power of embracing one's true self, challenging the societal no…
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What happens when technology isn’t held accountable? Dr. Joy Buolamwini, founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, is here to guide us through AI’s power, pitfalls, and potential. From exposing bias in facial recognition to championing ethical AI, Dr. Joy is leading the charge to protect what makes us human in a world dominated by machines. As a R…
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Ep. 10- God Exists, But So Does PCOS: On Black Women's Reproductive Health with Regina Townsend of the Broken Brown Egg
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Kelli and Kendra continue their conversation on Black women's reproductive health. This week they are joined by Regina Townsend, founder of The Broken Brown Egg. This organization exists to empower, inform, and advocate for those questioning or experiencing the impact of infertility, with an emphasis on the Black experience of it. Regina shares her…
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Water is life. It’s something we all need, yet so often take for granted. Today, we’re diving into this critical topic with Shilpa Alva, founder and Executive Director of Surge for Water, a nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through access to safe water and sanitation solutions. Over the past 15 years, Surge has impacted over a mi…
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EP. 208 EMOTIONAL WHIPLASH: The Betrayal Of The Black Women Series - Part 3: The Freedom Formula
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In this third and final installment of the series "The Betrayal of the Black Woman", Brig introduces us to the "Freedom Formula," a powerful tool for breaking free from the chains of external validation and societal expectations. Brig also introduces the concept of "freedom indicators"—signs that you're living the Freedom Formula—and provides actio…
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Is there a challenge you’ve faced or a hardship you’ve endured that could be transformed into something bigger than yourself? On today’s episode of This Is Woman’s Work, we’re joined by Courtney Johnson, a visionary entrepreneur and passionate advocate who turned personal tragedy into impactful change. At the young age of 23, inspired by her father…
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If you love romantic comedies as much as I do, this episode is a must-listen! Today, I’m joined by Lauren Layne, New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of popular romcom books like Made in Manhattan, To Sir With Love, and her latest hit, Miranda In Retrograde. I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy and devoured it in one day. Lauren’s …
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EP. 207 EMOTIONAL WHIPLASH: The Betrayal Of The Black Women Series - Part 2: When People People And You've Done Everything - How To Stop Acting Brand NEW
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Welcome to part 2 of the powerful series, "Emotional Whiplash: The Betrayal of the Black Woman." In this episode, Brig’s diving into the emotional rollercoaster that many of us face when expectations clash with reality. So often we keep getting surprised when people show us who they truly are. It's time to stop acting brand new and start understand…
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Does your brain feel like it’s constantly running a marathon, filled with stress, worry, and never-ending to-dos—even when there’s nothing urgent? If your mind refuses to slow down, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a board-certified neurologist and integrative medicine expert, known for her work in neurology, mindfulness, a…
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Ep. 9- Why Do I Know So Many Black Women With A Broken Uterus?: On Black Women’s Reproductive Health with Dr. Chiyah A. Lawrence
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Good Sis of the Pod, Dr. Chiyah A. Lawrence is back with Kendra and Kelli to discuss something we don't often discuss openly: reproductive health and the challenges Black women face. You'll hear each of them describe their experiences of navigating over the years, how it's impacted (or not impacted) their confidence as a woman, and Kendra even real…
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We’ve become obsessed with productivity, confusing it with busyness and setting unrealistic expectations to perform 24/7—leaving us feeling guilty when we’re not “doing enough.” That’s exactly why I’m excited to dive into the topic of toxic productivity with today’s guest, Israa Nasir. Israa, a New York City-based psychotherapist, writer, and found…
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EP. 206 EMOTIONAL WHIPLASH: The Betrayal of the Black Woman – Part 1: Unpacking the Emotional Taxes of Black Womanhood
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In this powerful episode, Brig dives into the emotional turmoil many Black women are experiencing post-election, aptly naming it "emotional whiplash." This episode marks the beginning of a three-part series where Brig unpacks the deep-seated feelings of betrayal and exhaustion that come with being at the forefront of societal change, yet still feel…
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Leadership is no longer just about who sits at the head of the table—it’s about making sure everyone has a seat at the table. In this episode, I’m joined by a groundbreaking leader who embodies this philosophy. Anne Chow, the first woman and the first woman of color to become CEO at AT&T Business, shares her insights on leading outside the traditio…
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Bonus Ep. 4- One Week Later: Post-Election Reflections
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The pod is podding! Kendra and Kelli share their reflections one week after the general election of 2024. Joined by their producer and digital media manager, Leatra and Meg, the hosts share their feelings immediately following the election and what they hope this means for our society going forward. Find your community, Black women, for such a time…
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Women’s Role in Defining Masculinity with Moe Carrick | 252
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It’s no secret that many work environments were built by and for men, leaving women’s contributions and the feminine underappreciated. But here’s a twist: What role do women play in shaping masculinity itself? Honestly, I didn’t even know where to start. That’s why I’m thrilled to welcome Moe Carrick to the show. Moe is an internationally recognize…
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EP. 205 How To Handle Unexpected Expenses Without Losing Your Mind- My Story
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Life has a way of surprising us, sometimes with a hefty price tag. In the latest episode of our podcast, Brig shares a personal story that many of us can relate to—handling an unexpected expense. Brig candidly reveals her experience of receiving a surprise financial hit just after creating a financial cushion. It's a scenario that can send anyone i…
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How To Live A Fulfilling Life with Dr. Edith Eger | 251
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How do we live a fulfilling life, even in the face of life’s inevitable challenges, hardships, or unspeakable trauma? This episode features a conversation with someone uniquely qualified to answer that question—Dr. Edith Eger, psychologist, Holocaust survivor, and author of The Choice, The Gift, and her latest release, The Ballerina of Auschwitz. I…
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Ep. 8- I Did Not Know What Freedom Was Until I Left: On Black Women Expats with Roshida Dowe and Stephanie Perry of ExodUS Summit
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Black women-- we see you, hear you, and share your concerns post-election 2024. This week, Kendra and Kelli are joined by Roshida Dowe and Stephanie Perry, co-founders of ExodUS Summit. This organization hosts virtual and live events and workshops that show Black women ways to plan their ExodUS while fostering community. Roshida and Stephanie tell …
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How To Land Your TED Talk and Skyrocket Your Personal Brand with Ashley Stahl | 250
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For many of us, delivering a TED Talk sits firmly on our bucket lists. But how do you move from dreaming to standing on that iconic red circle? In this episode, Nicole reconnects with Ashley Stahl to break down exactly how to make that dream a reality. You may remember Ashley from Episode 92—her career began at the Pentagon in counterterrorism, but…
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Resilience has become a buzzword in today’s culture, thrown around by influencers, coaches, and even bootcamp instructors, all insisting we need to “push through” no matter the cost. But is resilience always the healthiest path forward? Does mental toughness, positivity, and grit serve us in the ways we think—or is there more nuance to uncover? In …
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EP. 204 Black, Worn Out, and Passed Over? How One Queen Went From Invisible to Unstoppable
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Feeling stuck in the endless loop of exhaustion and stress? You're not alone. Many of us find ourselves giving everything we have, only to feel like we're getting nowhere. In this episode, Brig takes us on a transformative journey, sharing insights on how to move from a state of survival to one of thriving. Join Brig as she shares the transformativ…
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Revolutionizing Venture Capital for Women with Carrie Colbert | 248
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Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, or venture capital, or just love hearing from women who are blazing a trail like I do… you are going to love this conversation. Our guest, Carrie Colbert spent nearly two decades in the male-dominated oil and gas industry, with a standout career at Hilcorp. After “retiring” at age 38, Carrie transition…
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Bonus Ep. 3- If You're Not Uncomfortable, You're Not Doing the Work with Sheryl Thomas-Washburn
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In this extended bonus episode, Kelli and Kendra are joined by Sheryl Thomas-Washburn, AKA Mama Sheryl, who highlights her JEDI-B (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging) work experience and gives us an overview of her consulting work with Tomia LLC. They cover related topics such as white fragility and the discomfort of change. Speci…
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Why have we become so obsessed with celebrity and influence? It seems we’re infatuated with people in positions of power, with politicians, and with the uber-wealthy. Are they really the difference-makers we believe them to be? In this episode, Sharon McMahon talks about the change-makers that she calls the “small and the mighty”. Sharon is America…
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Kendra and Kelli cover it all this week-- from The Church (and politics!) catering to entertainment purposes these days to a mighty read from Kendra towards Donnie Swaggart regarding his recent words condemning the Black Church. The nerve! Kelli also shares updates on her office renovations, and Kendra gives a shout-out to her friend, WNBA All-Star…
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EP. 203 From Uncertainty to Unstoppable: How Diniece Mastered Career Growth and Self-Confidence
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We are thrilled to bring you an inspiring new episode featuring Diniece, a phenomenal woman who has undergone a transformative journey through our coaching program. Diniece came to me in a space of vulnerability and uncertainty. She was grappling with feelings of inadequacy and impostor syndrome, especially as a woman of color navigating predominan…
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Fair Shake: Women And The Fight To Build A Just Economy with June Carbone | 246
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In this episode, we dive into the systems, structures, and practices that are working against us. Because my goal isn’t just that women (and I do mean all women) get a fair shake, but that we expect it. That we require it. Our guest is June Carbone, the Robina chair of law, science, and technology at the University of Minnesota Law School. Previous…
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In this episode, we cover a topic that might just surprise you… but friend, we can always benefit from a departure from our usual discussions. We’re talking about crafting! Because it’s always good to tap into a different kind of creativity, and because you just may discover a new passion or rekindle an old one. Our guest is Diana Weymar, and we’re…
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EP. 202 When You're Giving Too Much And Getting NOTHANG In Return!
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This episode is dedicated to all the Black women who bear the weight of their families, jobs, partners, and friends, while often neglecting themselves. Join Brig as she highlights the historical and cultural expectations placed on Black women to be caretakers, and the immense stress this role brings. She calls out the lie that if we take care of ot…
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How Our Dysregulated Nervous Systems Are Impacting Us with Victoria Albina | 244
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This episode is all about reconnecting with and healing our nervous systems, so we can better access our inner wisdom and live more authentically. Victoria Albina is a Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, Family Nurse Practitioner and Breathwork Meditation Guide with a passion for helping women realize that they are their own best healers by reconn…
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Two Can Win (Helping Two-Career Families Move From Chaos To Connection) with Tiffany Sauder | 243
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In this episode, we talk about how two people can win in a marriage, at work, and in life. Because more of us should be experiencing this! I’ve invited Tiffany Sauder, wife, mom, entrepreneur, CEO, board member, investor, podcast host and keynote speaker, to be our guest. For twenty years, she and her husband have been building their companies and …
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EP. 201 The Weight We Carry—How The Stress Matrix Shows Up In Everyday Life
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Last episode, we touched on how stress keeps you stuck, silent, sick, and full of self-doubt. Today, we're going deeper. We're going to explore the interconnectedness of work stress, relationship stress, metabolic health, and identity stress, and how these areas create a matrix that traps us. Join in as Brig walks you through scenarios that illustr…
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How To Talk Politics Without Being An A$$hole with Lindsey Cormack | 242
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We’re doing something a little different on this episode, and throughout this month, as we approach a major and divisive election in the United States. We’re going to talk about politics from a neutral and curious place. No ranting. No calling you an idiot if you don’t share my beliefs. No name-calling, period. I’ve invited Lindsey Cormack back to …
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Ep. 6- Forging Our Way Towards a New Church: On Allyship and Healing with Denele Biggs
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Sign us up for the Christian Jubilee because we are getting into it on this episode! Our guest, Denele Biggs, takes us on a journey exploring critiques of the church and its exclusion of certain community members. She also shares her healing journey after a painful response from the church when she sought support, and the women share ways they've e…
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In an age where information is everywhere, it seems we know very little about how to have a discussion while practicing respect and curiosity. It seems it’s easier to talk about leadership than it is to demonstrate it. We all need to do better. For our country certainly, for our personal and professional relationships definitely, and for the next g…
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EP. 200 Breaking Free from Stress: Why You're Stuck, Silent, and Sick—Plus How to Take Back Control
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🎉 Hey, guys! Episode 200. Welcome to the first episode of The Black Woman’s Stress Solutions Podcast. I've been working tirelessly on this, and I hope you love it. Let me know what you're looking forward to and what you've realized about your stress. Send me a DM on Instagram to share your thoughts. If you've been with me for a while, thank you for…
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Self-reliance is about creating and seizing opportunities without waiting or needing permission from others, and is closely linked with confidence, self-worth and courage. So how self-reliant are you? We explore self-reliance with Maha Abouelenein, a global communications strategist advising corporate giants, high-growth startups, governments, and …
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I’d venture a guess that many of us would agree that we need job therapy today, or have needed it at some point in our adult lives… and yet most of us have never even heard of it. Our guest on the topic is a leading expert and author, Dr. Tessa West. Tessa is a Professor of Psychology at New York University and an expert in the science of interpers…
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EP. 199 From Breakthroughs to Thriving: Why We’re Rebranding to Help You Stress Less and Live More
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Exciting news! This podcast is rebranding to The Black Woman Stress Solution, and we can't wait for you to experience it. Join Brig as she helps you master stress and transform your life. From actionable steps to science-backed insights, this podcast is your go-to resource for thriving beyond stress. In this episode, Brig takes us through the excit…
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Endometriosis & Women's Health with Somer Baburek | 238
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I am done with women’s health being undervalued and underfunded. I am tired of feeling like our bodies are fodder for politics rather than what they are, which is: half of population, complex, individual, and just as worthy. And while I clearly have feelings about it, I have no expertise. So I’ve invited Somer Baburek to join us as our guest. Somer…
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Ep. 5- THROWBACK: Grown Ass Black Women Standing on Business.
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Kelli and Kendra are taking a much-needed break from recording new episodes this week, but we want to give you a glimpse into where they started on their podcast journey. Hop into the way back machine with us as we listen to their first episode, recorded with friend of the pod, Dr. Chiyah A. Lawrence, back in February 2024. This week, they discusse…
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On this episode of This Is Woman’s Work, we talk about how to build an intentional workplace culture that powers strategy and drives growth, and how to be a leader in that culture transformation. Buckle up friend, because this topic is a big and powerful one. I’ve invited Dr. Jessica Kriegel, Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture for Culture Partner…
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EP. 198 🚨 Big announcement: The farewell to "Breakthrough with Brig"
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As we hit Episode 198 of "Breakthrough with Brig," we find ourselves at a crossroads of emotions and excitement. This episode marks the end of an era, as Brig announces the retirement of this beloved podcast. For many listeners, "Breakthrough with Brig" has been a beacon of inspiration, growth, and empowerment. But as they say, when one door closes…
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The Sixth Level Of Leadership with Dr. Stacy Feiner | 236
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I wonder how many of us think of or unconsciously visualize gender when we think of leadership. Truly, how many of us are thinking of women when we’re asked about great leaders? Let’s face it, conventional leadership models and expectations have been and are currently based mostly on men… their attributes, their styles, and their psychology. I beli…
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All The Ways We Get In Our Own Way with Thais Gibson | 235
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Friend, I’m going to ask you to consider how much airtime you’re giving the bad guys in your own mind – the critic, the judge, the naysayer, the doubter, the perfectionist, the impostor, worrier, cynic, and the procrastinator – all the voices in your head that don’t actually belong to you. They’re wreaking havoc on all of our lives, and I want all …
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EP. 197 [Women Winning Series] How To Grow Your Side Hustle Without Burning Out With Million Dollar Expert Sales Strategist Dielle Charon
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Our special guest, a familiar voice, a client, friend, and trailblazer Dielle Charon, Million Dollar Expert Sales Strategist for women of color and author of "Don’t Call It a Side Hustle," shares her journey from a social worker earning $2,500 a month to a side hustler who built a $300K coaching business. But she didn't just hustle; she redefined h…
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Healing Mental And Emotional Wounds with Stephanie Kwong | 234
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Is it really possible to change the subconscious mind? I think the answer is yes, but it seems much easier with the small things and much harder with the big things that have really hurt us. Said another way, changing something is one thing – HEALING it is another. So today, we’re going to talk about how to do just that. Stephanie Kwong is our gues…
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