This episode launches The Corporate Baddie Series, a new conversation focused on helping Black women protect their careers and stay ready inside corporate America.
Kamika is joined by Latoya Haynes, an executive coach and Human Resources leader, to break down what it actually takes to remain visible, valuable, and in motion at work. They discuss why staying in one role too long can quietly stall your career, how to keep a "ready plan" active, and why your career strategy should never depend solely on what your employer is doing.
Latoya advocates for the PIE model: Performance, Image, and Exposure. She explains why overperforming alone isn't enough for advancement. Together, they explore how to build exposure authentically, identify strategic advocates, use HR as a resource, and negotiate compensation beyond base salary.
Kamika closes the episode with the S.A.V.E. Strategy, focusing on S for Support: redefining what real support looks like at work and why Black women don't have to navigate corporate spaces alone.
La Toya T. Haynes is an executive coach, Human Resources leader, and founder of The Talent Practice, where she helps high‑performing women be seen, valued, and advance their careers. With more than 27 years of corporate experience, she brings a strategic, human‑centered approach to supporting leaders across all levels of the organization. Business: The Talent Practice - www.thetalentpractice.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latoyahaynespcc/ (personal)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/105956885/ (business)
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