Getting Black Women Paid Podcast

'Tine Zekis

Welcome to the Getting Black Women Paid Podcast — the go-to space for Black women ready to claim their coins, own their brilliance, and build the life they deserve.  Hosted by Pivot & Pay Strategist ‘Tine Zekis, this show is where strategy meets empowerment, and where corporate careers and entrepreneurial dreams are BOTH on the table.  Each week, ‘Tine brings you honest conversations, practical tools, and powerful mindset shifts to help you increase your income and impact — whether you’re climbing the ladder, launching your own thing, or navigating a pivot in between.  We cover it all: salary negotiations, job transitions, business launches, visibility, leadership, imposter syndrome, and securing the bag with strategy and intention. Plus, special guests who share their lessons, receipts, and blueprints for building career and financial freedom.  You don’t have to figure it out alone — this podcast is your community, your playbook, and your permission slip to go get what’s yours.  Subscribe now and let’s get Black women paid.

  1. 12/09/2025

    From Battle Scars to Benefits: One Woman’s Mission to Support Veterans (with Naomi Reynolds)

    Send us Fan Mail When the system fails, Black women build their own. In this deeply moving guest episode, ‘Tine is joined by Naomi Reynolds, an Army veteran, author, and relentless advocate for women who’ve served. Naomi shares her story of surviving military sexual trauma, navigating life after service, and eventually finding her voice as a champion for other women veterans. From fighting to get her VA benefits restored to creating HelpingVeteransThrive.com as a resource and refuge, Naomi’s journey is a masterclass in resilience. This episode explores mental health, family estrangement, and the reality of aging as a Black woman veteran who refuses to be silenced. Whether you’ve served or not, Naomi’s story is a reminder that healing is possible, and purpose can be reclaimed at any stage of life. Grab Naomi’s book, From Battle Scars to Benefits here: https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Scars-Benefits-Relentless-Strength/dp/B0FQDLYDRC And if you’re a veteran looking for resources to heal and rise, visit HelpingVeteransThrive.com for tools, stories, and community. #GettingBlackWomenPaid #GBWPPodcast #NaomiReynolds #VeteranAdvocacy #MentalHealthMatters #BlackWomenVeterans #HealingAfterTrauma #WomenWhoLead #MilitarySexualTrauma Did you know you can WATCH these episodes on YouTube? Check out the Getting Black Women Paid YouTube channel here. Check out 'Tine's book here: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work Connect with 'Tine at tinezekis.com Follow us on social media: FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFor more information about the podcast, visit our website: www.GettingBlackWomenPaid.com/podcast Want to be a guest? Apply here! Be sure to follow us wherever you're listening now. And don't forget to share this podcast with the incredible Black women in your life, so we can continue Getting Black Women Paid!

    33 min
  2. 12/02/2025

    Trauma-Informed Innovation: Building Products That Truly Heal (with Tess Padmore)

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Getting Black Women Paid, ‘Tine sits down with Tess Padmore for a powerful conversation about trauma-informed innovation. Tess shares how her lived experiences shaped the way she approaches design, showing us that real solutions must start with the people they’re meant to serve. This episode is about more than products—it’s about healing, purpose, and creating systems that actually work for us. Tess’s story is inspiring, real, and a reminder that innovation rooted in care has the power to transform communities. Connect with Tess: Email: tess@wolfclanllc.comPhone: +1 (585) 775-7589Headwear Website: https://eggheadsoques.comAuthor Website: http://tesspadmore.com#GettingBlackWomenPaid #GBWPPodcast #BlackWomenInBusiness #BlackExcellence #TraumaInformedInnovation #BlackHealing #FromPainToPurpose #BlackWomenLead Did you know you can WATCH these episodes on YouTube? Check out the Getting Black Women Paid YouTube channel here. Check out 'Tine's book here: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work Connect with 'Tine at tinezekis.com Follow us on social media: FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFor more information about the podcast, visit our website: www.GettingBlackWomenPaid.com/podcast Want to be a guest? Apply here! Be sure to follow us wherever you're listening now. And don't forget to share this podcast with the incredible Black women in your life, so we can continue Getting Black Women Paid!

    28 min
  3. 11/25/2025

    Is Your Career in a Holding Pattern? Strategies to Break Free (with Julia Rock)

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Getting Black Women Paid, host ’Tine sits down with leadership consultant Julia Rock to unpack what it really means to feel stuck in your career and, more importantly, how to move forward with confidence. Julia brings clarity to why so many Black women find themselves in holding patterns at work and offers practical steps for breaking free. This conversation dives deep into building confidence, recognizing your true worth, and developing strategies to negotiate and pivot without fear. It’s not just about finding a new job—it’s about reclaiming your power, shifting your mindset, and creating the career you deserve. If you’ve been feeling stagnant, overlooked, or underpaid, this episode offers the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. #GettingBlackWomenPaid #GBWPPodcast #CareerUnstuck #BlackWomenInBusiness #CareerSuccess #BlackExcellence #SalaryNegotiation #BlackCareerWomen #LevelUp For more on The 5 C’s of Uncomplicated Leadership(TM), grab Julia's FREE Quick Reference Guide here. Connect with Julia: Substack: https://leaduncomplicated.substack.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-rockInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejuliarockThreads: https://www.threads.com/@thejuliarockWebsite: https://rockcareer.com/Email: julia@rockcareer.com Checkout Julia’s TEDx Talk: Why Everyone Loses When Employees Burn Out Did you know you can WATCH these episodes on YouTube? Check out the Getting Black Women Paid YouTube channel here. Check out 'Tine's book here: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work Connect with 'Tine at tinezekis.com Follow us on social media: FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFor more information about the podcast, visit our website: www.GettingBlackWomenPaid.com/podcast Want to be a guest? Apply here! Be sure to follow us wherever you're listening now. And don't forget to share this podcast with the incredible Black women in your life, so we can continue Getting Black Women Paid!

    31 min
  4. 11/18/2025

    How to Build a Podcast That Supports Your Business Goals (with Alesia Galati)

    Send us Fan Mail Launching a podcast—or growing one—requires more than just hitting “record.” It takes strategy. In this guest episode, ‘Tine is joined by Alesia Galati, podcast strategist, to talk about how to align your content with both income and impact. Whether you’re planning your first show or ready to boost the one you already have, Alesia explains how to use podcasting as a business tool that grows your reach, supports your goals, and makes your work sustainable. This isn’t just about starting a podcast—it’s about creating one that works for you. #GettingBlackWomenPaid #GBWPPodcast #PodcastStrategy #AlesiaGalati #GalatiMedia #ContentStrategy #PodcastGrowth #BlackWomenPodcasters #PodcastForBusiness Connect with Alesia: Search for “Podcasting Unlocked” wherever you’re listening, or visit https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked to check out Alesia’s podcastVisit www.HelpMyPod.com to learn more about how Alesia can help you launch or grow your podcastDid you know you can WATCH these episodes on YouTube? Check out the Getting Black Women Paid YouTube channel here. Check out 'Tine's book here: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work Connect with 'Tine at tinezekis.com Follow us on social media: FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFor more information about the podcast, visit our website: www.GettingBlackWomenPaid.com/podcast Want to be a guest? Apply here! Be sure to follow us wherever you're listening now. And don't forget to share this podcast with the incredible Black women in your life, so we can continue Getting Black Women Paid!

    34 min
  5. 11/11/2025

    The Truth About Retirement for High-Achieving Black Women (with Lisa Haynes)

    Send us Fan Mail Retirement isn’t just a financial milestone—it’s a life transition. In this powerful conversation, ‘Tine is joined by Lisa Haynes, author and executive coach, to explore the non-financial side of retirement, from redefining identity and purpose to embracing joy outside of the paycheck. Together, they discuss what high-achieving Black women need to know before stepping into this next chapter—and how to prepare emotionally, mentally, and practically. If you’ve been asking yourself, “Who will I be when I’m no longer working?”—this episode is your guide. #GettingBlackWomenPaid #GBWPPodcast #RetirementForBlackWomen #LisaHaynes #LifeAfterPaycheck #CareerTransitions Connect with Lisa: Website: http://www.retiredandkillinit.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/retiredandkillinitInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/retirednkillinit Did you know you can WATCH these episodes on YouTube? Check out the Getting Black Women Paid YouTube channel here. Check out 'Tine's book here: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work Connect with 'Tine at tinezekis.com Follow us on social media: FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFor more information about the podcast, visit our website: www.GettingBlackWomenPaid.com/podcast Want to be a guest? Apply here! Be sure to follow us wherever you're listening now. And don't forget to share this podcast with the incredible Black women in your life, so we can continue Getting Black Women Paid!

    32 min

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Welcome to the Getting Black Women Paid Podcast — the go-to space for Black women ready to claim their coins, own their brilliance, and build the life they deserve.  Hosted by Pivot & Pay Strategist ‘Tine Zekis, this show is where strategy meets empowerment, and where corporate careers and entrepreneurial dreams are BOTH on the table.  Each week, ‘Tine brings you honest conversations, practical tools, and powerful mindset shifts to help you increase your income and impact — whether you’re climbing the ladder, launching your own thing, or navigating a pivot in between.  We cover it all: salary negotiations, job transitions, business launches, visibility, leadership, imposter syndrome, and securing the bag with strategy and intention. Plus, special guests who share their lessons, receipts, and blueprints for building career and financial freedom.  You don’t have to figure it out alone — this podcast is your community, your playbook, and your permission slip to go get what’s yours.  Subscribe now and let’s get Black women paid.