Unshackled Leadership: A Lantern for Black Women – Détails, épisodes et analyse

As we kick off season three, I’m thrilled to welcome Artesha Moore, CEO of Association Forum, for a powerful and inspiring conversation. Artesha opens up about her journey—facing the challenges of leadership while battling the relentless inner critic that often tried to hold her back. Together, we explore where that critical voice originates, how it has shaped her path despite her remarkable accomplishments, and the strategies she’s developed to silence the negativity and emerge victorious. This episode is all about resilience, self-mastery, and crafting your own toolbox for success.

Artesha Moore, CEO, Association Forum, www.associationforum.org

Joia Jefferson Nuri, PCC, www.inthepubliceyecoaching.com

Globally, many individuals grapple with oppressive caste structures that condemn them to lives marked by degradation, oppression, and poverty. These enduring systems of racial, religious, and color discrimination remain prevalent. For instance, in India, the Dalit community (the lowest class of people) continues to battle for the same rights that Black Americans secured half a century ago.

Join us today as we spotlight Kamna Singh, a champion of the underrepresented in India who has defied all the cultural limitations to become a Ph.D. student in a country where this is a monumental and challenging fete. Her area of study is Black women writers in America. She uses the inspiration of Bell Hooks, Alice Walker, and Toni Morrison to help her encourage Indian women to battle for their rights in the world’s largest Democracy.

Suppose corporations looked into the future and saw financial failure. And support the reason for their failure to enact DEI programs. Malia Lazu's White Paper and book effectively emphasize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the corporate future, highlighting the significant potential for long-term profits that come from establishing a robust DEI pipeline. By outlining the compelling business case for embracing DEI, Malia provides invaluable insights and guidance to corporate leaders, shedding light on the immense benefits that can be derived from prioritizing diversity and inclusivity within organizations.

In her White Paper and a new book (linked below), Malia Lazu offers valuable guidance for corporate leaders on how to move beyond intentions and achieve meaningful impact in their commitments to inclusivity. With the challenges posed by the Supreme Court's decision to end affirmative action and the need to discern the true impact of corporate promises made post-George Floyd, Lazu's insights are particularly crucial. By providing actionable steps and strategies, her White Paper serves as a valuable resource for corporate bosses seeking to create real change and foster a truly inclusive environment.

Website: The Lazu Group: https://thelazugroup.com/ White Paper: Profit Proofing: https://bit.ly/419uhk5 Book: From Intention to Impact: https://bit.ly/3GBfe9D

The theme song from the TV show CHEERS states: You want to go where everybody knows your name. Being your own personal brand gets you there. Deandra Coleman, a personal branding and reinvention consultant for Black Women, is dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion for Black women. She specializes in helping Black women who feel tired, discouraged, and need significant change. Deandra advocates for change and encourages Black women to prioritize their well-being and simplify their lives, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself rather than constantly striving to meet expectations. Her mission is empowering Black women to prioritize their desires and live authentically and confidently.

Website: https://www.beyondthecsuite.coLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/deandracoleman

Ep. 12 Road To Goals

12.05.23

Is self-doubt and self-sabotage your trusted companions when you set a goal? Let’s re-program your brain and your heart.

Guest: Mozella Perry Ademiluyi, CEO, Mountain Peak Strategies

At Mountain Peak Strategies™, Mozella aims to inspire you and your team to new heights. We believe that mountains are the perfect metaphor for life, representing the peaks and valleys, the summits, and the rigors of the journey. Summiting Mount Kilimanjaro at 19,341 feet at the age of 60 years gave our founder, Mozella, an EXTREME real-world experience of failures and successes while traversing varied terrain. Mozella’s unique perspective enables her to help clients tap into the power and resources within themselves to overcome challenges and take real ACTION! Mountain Peak Strategies helps female leaders Rise to the Challenge™, inspire their teams, and achieve breathtaking goals.

Website:https://mountainpeakstrategies.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mozellaperryademiluyi

You want to start a business. You need a loan to get it off the ground. But banks are slamming the door in your face. Banks in the US have historically been unaccommodating to Black entrepreneurs seeking loans. Black banks wielded significant power in this country prior to the 1920s when the government-backed banking hierarchy closed them down. In my upcoming podcast, learn how (believe it or not) you can get a bank or ‘Angel’ loan today, even while being Black. My guest is @PorshaBrooks, CEO of LenPick, who says, “I help business owners get approved for business term loans & lines of credit (bad credit, poor cash flow, & startups too). Just tell me your story.”

Porsha Brooks Contact Information

Website: https://lenpick.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/porsha-b/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZM9gFsImACg&ab_channel=LenPick

66% of white men in leadership have an executive coach. Executive coaching is a valuable tool that enables high-potential leaders to enhance their skills and mindset. By addressing areas such as battling the inner critic, leading others, navigating conflict, and effective communication. Executive coaching equips leaders with the necessary tools to excel in their roles.So why is it that 66% of white men in leadership have an executive coach and only 9% of Black women in the same positions have one? In Episode 10 of my podcast, I talk to Dr. Towanna Burrous about why Black women shy away from hiring a coach and the dangers to come by making that decision. Towanna Burrous is a distinguished best-selling author, ICF professional certified coach (PCC), and the President of the CoachDiversity Institute, based in Washington, DC. With a mission to empower diverse communities through executive coaching, Dr. Burrous is a sought-after executive coach whose expertise has been honed through 28 years of experience in the federal government and private sector. Website: https://coachdiversity.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/towannaburrous/

Our guest for Ep. 9 is author Denise Jacobs. She highlights the damaging influence of the inner critic on one’s psyche. The inner critic undermines one’s confidence, spreading negative comments that discourage and demoralize. Jacobs delves into the brain's inner workings and explains how the inner critic is programmed to restrain us from pursuing our goals. By confronting the inner critic and developing self-compassion, we can break free of its self-destructive cycle and achieve our dreams.Denise Jacobs is a speaker, author, and creativity Evangelist who increases employee productivity and engagement by evangelizing leading-edge techniques for busting through creative blocks to help individuals be their brilliance, cultivate collaboration, and develop leadership skills.Email: denise@enisejacobs.comWebsite: https://denisejacobs.com/BANISH YOUR INNER CRITIC on Amazonhttps://amzn.to/46wvqUGLINKEDIN LEARNING: BANISH YOUR INNER CRITIC

To reach our host Joia Jefferson Nuri, PCC https://inthepubliceyecoaching.com or LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joiajeffersonnuri/

Those who follow this podcast, my newsletter, or have worked with me as a client know that I stress sacred rest. I call it sacred rest because it is mandatory in our lives, and you must put it in your calendar. It is not something you squeeze in when you get a moment. It is an essential part of how your chemistry works and your body, how your mind functions, and your ability to be creative and have that ability to move from your zone of excellence into your zone of genius. 

Our guest on Episode 7 of Unshackled Leadership: A Lantern for Black Women has written a book about self-care and explains in full detail why Black women must have it. Marita Golden is an award-winning author with more than 20 works of fiction and nonfiction. In 2021 she published a book called The Strong Black Woman and followed that up this year with The New Black Woman. Please allow me to introduce you to Marita Golden, a woman I have known and respected for over 30 years, and her work constantly inspires me.

Her books include some of my favorites, A Woman's Place, Saving Our Sons, and Don't Play in the Sun. Each of her books is a deep dive into being Black. Her books have been hailed by fellow Black women authors such as Toni Morrison and Charlayne Hunter-Gault.

In 2021 she published a book called The Strong Black Woman and followed that up this year with The New Black Woman. Please allow me to introduce you to Marita Golden, a woman I have known and respected for over 30 years, and her work constantly inspires me. 

She offers writing classes for a variety of genres, including biography.

Marita Golden
www.maritagolden.com
maria@maritagolden.com

So, you're sitting at your office and hate what you're doing. You can't stand coming to work anymore, but you worked hard to get here! You really wish you could own your own business and be your boss. But your inner critic keeps telling you that you'll not make enough money, you'll have no prestige, and it will be hard. In this episode, we debunk all those fears. Our guest is business and personal finance coach Kendall Jones of Jones Coaching Group. She helped me and dozens of other women chart that course from office to entrepreneur. Learn how to decide your business, target your perfect customer, and manage your income to ensure your comfort.