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I Come As One I Come As One
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“I come as one, but I stand as 10,000.” Dr. Maya Angelou’s words epitomize the strength, resilience, and connection of Black women’s individual and collective experiences. We’ll explore stories of microaggressions, gendered racism, and overall workplace BS! This pod is for those who intimately know this struggle and for anyone brave enough to contribute to and champion the success of Black women. We’ll share info and strategies for moving beyond personal responsibility to healing from workplace trauma. Our mission is to provoke change and build sisterly bonds as we grow our 10K community. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icomeasone/support
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How It Went - Season 1 Recap
Cheers to our first season! We've had so much fun sharing our voices with you. On this episode of I Come As One, we're reflecting on our inaugural season--the topics, the guests, and the laughs. We're discussing what we loved, what we'd like to leave behind, and what's in store for Season 2.
Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook, or send us a note at hello@icomeasone.com to share your favorite moments from this season. If you missed an episode, catch up now by clicking the link below. Would you like to step up to the mic? Click here to be our guest and let us know what message you'd love to share with our 10K community.
Always with love,
Fatimah, Khristen, + Shawn
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It's Giving "Closed Mouths Don't Get Fed"
The transition from college to career can be tough! It's imperative to create and expand your network, gaining the leverage necessary to shoot up the corporate ladder. On this episode of I Come As One, career development expert, Desiree Strickland, is giving us strategies for taking charge our of careers by reaching out, raising our voices, and positioning ourselves to do big things! Dr. Des says, "If you want something you never had then you have to do something you've never done. Get out your comfort zone and make moves."
Tune in now and head over to www.icomeasone.com/epguide for complete show notes and links! If you’d like to say hey or leave a comment, reach out at hello@icomeasone.com
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Go to Therapy, Sis! Even if You're LYBL
According to Dr. Erica Richards, "women experience depression at rates twice that of men, but Black women are only half as likely to seek care as White women." This phenomenon has deepened "during the coronavirus pandemic, when symptoms of anxiety and depression have been higher than prior to the arrival of COVID-19 in our communities." On this episode of I Come As One, Nationally Certified Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Leslie Holley, details the challenges that Black women are facing and shares her expertise on the benefits of clinical support. If you're considering therapy, tune in to learn what you qualifications and qualities you should look for when choosing and counselor, and hear about other resources and strategies to support you on your journey. Your mental wellbeing is urgent, Sis! Go ahead and make an appointment--even if you're living your BEST life!
Did you know that July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month?
Tune in now and head over to www.icomeasone.com/epguide for complete show notes and links! If you’d like to say hey or leave a comment, reach out at hello@icomeasone.com
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Taking Pride in Your Whole-Ass Self
We’re celebrating Pride Month with our absolute fave, Dr. Kareem Willis. He’s a leader, scholar, activist and a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community. Kareem is giving us a lesson on how to show up and show out—and it’s all about crushing boundaries and norms to safely be what he calls your whole-ass self.
Tune in now and head over to www.icomeasone.com/epguide for complete show notes and links! If you’d like to say hey or leave a comment, reach out at hello@icomeasone.com
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Breaking Free from the Burden of Imposter Syndrome
Even those of us with the highest levels of confidence may encounter feelings of doubt or insecurity about our skills and abilities. And starting and/or running a business comes with many challenges that may send our doubts into overdrive! Are these fleeting thoughts or a sign of something bigger? Imposter Syndrome, perhaps? In this episode, business and wedding photographer, Shawn Shepard, discusses the limitations she put on herself and her challenges with Imposter Syndrome. She shares what she's done to overcome it AND how she's helping other women break the cycle by building consistent content to win in business.
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A Blueprint for Black Boss Ladies in Higher Education Administration
When we think about PWIs, patriarchy, exclusion, and all the “isms” come to mind. With more than a decade of leadership experience in higher education, Briyanna Jenkins is breaking down how Black people can master the rules of engagement for bringing about positive change in predominately white institutions. Bri also shares her mission of inspiring members of her community to advocate for themselves academically, professionally, and personally. Tune in for success strategies and inspiration. Head over to www.icomeasone.com/epguide for complete show notes and links!
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