She Will Not Be Silenced with Keisha Shields

Keisha Shields
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How do you go from feeling silenced and needing to reclaim your voice to absolutely owning your voice and your story so that you transform lives (and your bank account) in ways you always knew were possible? In these inspiring, in-depth, no holds barred conversations with friends across so many industries, you will get a peek into strategies to find and own your voice, heal through stereotypes, shame and stigmas surrounding your life story, and be inspired to turn your story into a highly-expertized leadership empire. Leadership Adviser and Executive Coach, Keisha Shields, discusses real-life stories and the impact of business, career, faith, legacy, friendships, relationships, life and all things wealth and womanhood on women who are called to lead.

  1. 03/18/2021

    Family Over Everything? I don't think so - 045

    Family over everything? Not if it's toxic, unhealthy, unsupportive or just downright disrespectful. Full stop. Instead, I like to say, "inner rings over everything". In this episode, I talk about the importance of what Meghan Markle did in her conversation with her husband, Harry, and Oprah. Whether you believe what she said or not, there are two important lessons that every single one of us must take away from it. And P.S. Believe people when they tell you their truth. Check out this week's minisode.

    13 min

  2. 03/04/2021

    Owning and Using Your Voice In The Bedroom - 044

    "Using your voice in the bedroom makes you much more comfortable with acknowledging, owning, and speaking your desires.” In this episode, I will be talking about how owning your voice in the bedroom can elevate your Professional Profile like nothing else. This conversation is only for the grown and sexy, where I will share about what the bedroom can offer you as a tool to success, wealth, manifesting, and co-creating what it is that you want. Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about owning and using your voice in the bedroom. [00:01 - 05:07] Opening Segment I talk about the topic of this week’s episode.How owning your voice in the bedroom can elevate your Professional Profile like nothing else.The distinctive advantage of using your voice in the bedroom.The place and space where you can truly embody the elements of your divine femininity.The significance of having divine femininity.The bedroomThings can come and happen to you with ease.You can become in a similar situation to the play and pleasure valve.Relax and open to receiving enjoyment  [05:08 - 14:15] Owning and Using Your Voice In The  Bedroom Being involved in pleasure opens up your receiving receptors.That is how you raise your profile, is knowing how to be able to have and receive pleasure.Think about a scenario in your life where you have spoken, and everyone stopped to hear what you had to say.The power and sexiness that comes with speaking and owning your voice.Speaking up for yourself in the bedroom brings that full circle. It makes you become much more comfortable with acknowledging, owning, and speaking your desires.In career perspective How many times have you wanted something but didn’t have the courage to speak it?Practice the skill to ask and speak what you want.Open up your receiving receptors.Receiving what you want.It helps you learn to become more assertive in going for what you want.Safely become more assertive in articulating what you want.It helps you learn to speak up and say ‘No’ to what you do not want.Or if you want something else instead.It is directly tied to becoming more high profile at work.There is much more that the bedroom can offer you as a tool to success, wealth manifesting and co-creating what it is that you want. [14:16 - 19:23] Closing Segment If you want to be more assertive and speak your needs in your bedroom and boardroom. Let’s partner up; you can reach out to us at support@keishashields.com and let’s talk about how we might be able to help you.A personal list of things that I can do to help myself shift back to my divine femininity.For me, it’s putting on my pearls and wearing my favorite lipstick color.Make your own list of the things that could shift you from your masculine to the feminine side.Get Free complimentary access to my leadership class, ‘She Will Not Be Silenced.’Head over to  https://keishashields.com/, enter your first name and your email address, then click the box that says “Yes, send me the audio training, please.” Final words. Tweetable...

    19 min

  3. 02/25/2021

    The Barriers to Raising Your Profile - 043

    “Trauma, Insecurity, Fear, and Frustration plays a big role in stopping you from raising your profile. In this episode, I will be talking about some barriers to raising your profile into high visibility.  If you have not checked out the previous episodes, I encourage you to go back and take a listen, as we talked about high profile visibility and how and why we should focus on that in these next several seasons.  Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about the barriers in life that could hold you from shifting into high profile visibility. [00:01 - 04:44] Opening Segment I talk about the topic of this week’s episode.Barriers to high profile intentional visibility The social-emotional barriers that can affect your finances.The TIFFsTrauma, Insecurity, Fear, and FrustrationThe TIFFs can keep you in comparison mode. [04:45 - 17:59] The Childhood Trauma I talk about the childhood experience that could cause you TIFFs.Physical and verbal abuse This could affect your relationship even as an adult.The psychological and emotional trauma of religion.Strict and stringent beliefs that do not allow you to grow.Witness the abuse of powerReligion as a compliance tool against you.I talk about one of my old episodes where I talked about boldly blending your faith and business.Experiencing poverty or not being prioritized financially.Maybe you experienced money was being withheld from you.Being ignored and disregarded.Lack of emotional and psychological safety.Sexually abused.Dealing with death or chronic illness at an early age. [18:00 - 22:50] Lack of Emotional and Psychological Safety  We tend to isolate ourselves from family, friends, and things that we enjoy.Make you not feel secure in your decisions and response.The fear of judgment.I talk about the benefits of therapy. When you are ready to raise your profile, I suggest you seek out help from a coach and consultant.Once you acknowledge the barriers, you can navigate yourself into high profile visibilityFreedom to create your own expertise and to build your career around the things that actually matter to you. [22:51 - 25:57] Closing Segment I talk about the importance of finding a coach to build your profile and elevate your visibility.If you are ready to shift and raise your profile, you can reach out to us at support@keishashields.com, and let’s talk about how we might be able to help you.Get Free complimentary access to my leadership class, ‘She Will Not Be Silenced.’Head over to  https://keishashields.com/, enter your first name and your email address, then click the box that says “Yes, send me the audio training, please.” Final words. Tweetable Quotes: “When we lack emotional and psychological safety, we often deal with isolation from our friends and things that matter to us .” - Keisha Shields. "Once you acknowledge the barriers, you can navigate yourself into high profile visibility.” - Keisha...

    26 min

  4. 02/18/2021

    The Reasons to Quantum Shift into High Profile Visibility - 042

    “If you want to raise your profile, you need to make a large aligned shift in a very brief period.” In this episode, I will be talking about quantum shifting and aligning into high profile visibility. We focus on raising, elevating, and aligning our visibility with our goals and who we want to become.  I will share three primary reasons why people want to make a huge frequency shift into high profile visibility. Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about high profile visibility and the reason to quantum shift to high profile visibility. [00:01 - 07:36] Opening Segment I talk about the topic of this week’s episode.High profile visibility; raising your profile and quantum aligning your visibility I share a recap of the previous topic where I shared four ways to quantum shift into high profile visibility.You can go from no one to being seen as the top person in your new circle in a short time.I hope you will enjoy this conversation; If you have any questions or are interested in working with me, you can email me at support@keishashields.com or send me a message on social media @KeishaPShields. Join my newsletter and register yourself on keishashields.com to get on the list.I talk about some misconceptions that could keep you from feeling confident and reaching your high-profile visibility.I share three primary reasons why some people want to make a quantum shift into high profile visibility. [06:20 - 12:09] The Reasons to Quantum Shift into High Profile Visibility  The first reason is that they are ready for more money and finally not afraid to acknowledge that.Freedom that comes with financial abundance.Have the capacity to get beautiful things whenever you desireI encourage you to bring Beauty into your life in whatever way you can Bringing beauty into your life can instantly shift your frequency and put you into a position to shift easily.Have the freedom to travel and move around at any time you decide.Having more money allows you to shift in certain decisions.I talk about the idea and concept of wealth and worth.So many times, we have a wealth block that has to do with feelings of worthiness around having it. [12:10 - 19:30] Making More Impact and Getting Your Time Back The second reason is that they want to have more impact.If you want to raise your profile, you need to make a large, aligned shift in a very brief period of time.The questions to ask yourself if you want to transition into a different position.Do you want a different position in the same company?Do you want to stay in the same company?Do you want to be the boss there and land in the C suite? Do you want to have the same position in a different company?I talk about transitioning as a COOBecoming a COO at someone else's companyI talk about moving to a different company and transitioning to a different position. The third reason is that they want their time back.Owning more of your time than anyone else doesYou have to come up with a solution that would allow you to build wealth and legacy in a way that lets you own more of your time.Whatever your reason is to become more high profile than you currently are, make the shift now. [19:31 - 22:39]...

    23 min

  5. 02/11/2021

    High Profile Visibility - 041

    “ When you focus on raising your profile, all of the opportunities will come and seek you.”  In this episode, I will be talking about having high profile visibility by raising your profile and quantum aligning your visibility. I will be sharing with you three things that you can do to shift to high profile visibility. Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about high profile visibility and quantum shift to high profile visibility. [00:01 - 07:36] Opening Segment I hope you will enjoy this conversation; If you have any questions or interested to work with me, you can email me at support@keishashields.com or send me a message on social media @KeishaPShieldsI talk about the topic of this week’s episode.High profile visibility; raising your profile and quantum aligning your visibility I share my experience raising my profile in the human rights arena in my former workplace.Put yourself in front of different groups and opportunities.I share the impact of quantum aligning and elevating my profile.The opportunity will also come to you from a lot of places. [07:37 - 12:09] High Profile Visibility  I share my experience of retreating from the profile that I have built and how I got burnt out.I stepped back from my roles within the organization and initiatives. I went into my own inner closet to take a breath. I share the loss and impact of losing my high profile.The importance of raising your profile When you focus on raising your profile, all of the opportunities will come and seek you. Suppose you have been in a position where you feel like you lost your network or you lowered your profile. In that case, I want to encourage you that when you focus on Quantum aligning your visibility and your profile, it's going to happen for you naturally. [12:10 - 23:59] Quantum Aligning Your Visibility I talk about three ways on how to shift to high profile visibility.FIRST; Get comfortable with the uncomfortable Promoting your self and your workAdvocate and go to bat for yourselfFor the emerging executives;Sharing your ideas and suggestions Talking about the solution that you know will fix the problem.Do not let men take credit for your successes.For the executives in the board roomPresent suggested policy shifts or possibly new territory. Bring forth the idea of new ways to lead that is needed.Focus on your thought leadershipFor CEOs that are owning their own enterprises Talk about your business, your brand, and your offers.SECOND; Establish and embody your expertise.When you are embodying something, it is no longer separated from the truth of who you are.The goal is to get paid and promoted.Do your ideas have significance, progression, and results if they are implemented?Embody your expertise by proving it.THIRD; Seek out and close high visibility projects and opportunities.For the emerging executiveask to participate in assignments that would allow you to embody your expertise.ask to participate in...

    27 min

  6. 02/04/2021

    Turning Dissonance to Success - 040

    Have you ever felt off and combative about the same thing, over and over again in your life? In this mini-episode, I will be talking about turning the dissonance in our lives into success. Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about how to turn frustration and combativeness into something that propels you forward. [00:01 - 02:14] Opening Segment I talk about the topic of this week’s mini-episode.Being in Dissonance Think about a recent example in your life where you were combative about something.You will find a really strong dissonance in it.Dissonance means there are two distinct things that are disharmonious with each other in your life. [02:15 - 07:56] Turning Dissonance to Success  I share one example of dissonance that has happened in my life lately.I am in a situation where I am feeling very combative with time.These areas of dissonance could create rage, make me go inward, or lash out.An area where you feel combative is probably a really strong area where you have dissonance. It could be multiple things at the same time, and it could shift too.When you feel like you are combative, two things could happen;Use it to make money and success.Stifle your money and successI share a story of how I turned my anger and frustration into a success inducing time, where I ended up making sales.Dissonance can be a big asset for you as long as you can recognize what is happening.If you continuously feel off about the same thing, you need to make the most significant shift in your life.How to see the connection and handle the dissonance Notice how the dissonance is creating combat, and note how you are showing up in that combativeness.You can transmute and turn your dissonance into something that propels you forward.Willing to move forward while you are still in itAnger, frustration, or combativeness is not the end of the world, but it could also create success for you. [07:57 - 10:20] Closing Segment Get Free complimentary access to my leadership class, ‘She Will Not Be Silenced.’Head over to  https://keishashields.com/, enter your first name and your email address, then click the box that says “Yes, send me the audio training please.” Final words Tweetable Quotes: "Dissonance can be a big asset for you as long as you can recognize what is happening.” - Keisha Shields. “If you find yourself constantly feeling off about the same thing, that is probably where you need to make the biggest shift in your life.” - Keisha Shields. “Anger, frustration, or combativeness is not the end of the world, but it could also create success for you.” - Keisha Shields. If you are a highly driven leader, ready to amplify your world, and overcome the impact of being silenced, visit https://keishashields.com/hire to work with me one on one or find more information on how to bring meaning to your company or organization to help support your women leaders. LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to learn more about faith, leadership, and business growth by sharing this episode or click a...

    10 min

  7. 01/28/2021

    Visibility Barriers for Women - 039

    “This decade is going to be critical, so let’s be mindful and have a plan to navigate through all of these barriers that keep us from leaping to the other side.” In this episode, I will be talking all about barriers that affect our visibility, especially for women, from the social, emotional, and financial aspects, to why and how those barriers keep us against the position of power and prominence. Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about our visibility barriers and how to push through them.  [00:01 - 02:59] Opening Segment I talk about the topic of this week’s episode.Barriers that affect our visibility, especially for women,There are social, emotional, and financial barriers for women to positions of power and prominence.SELFNIFICANCE™: All about understanding the significance of self and all of your experiences you bring to the table  [03:00 - 10:21] Barriers to Visibility for Women Stigmas and stereotypesIt is important to be armed with resources and solutions to eradicate and trailblaze through the stereotypes and stigmas.IsolationFeeling isolated is a barrier to visibility and success. Get an intentional feel and circle of support.Tokenism When we allow tokenism, we give a false set of equity and equality that is not in existence.Gender inequality Gender inequality and also harassment, are barriers.  [10:22 - 18:39] The Glass Ceiling, Cliff, and Escalator The glass ceiling.A barrier that is keeping women from reaching the highest position that they deserve.Many social policies and programs keep women out of the boardroom (company structure, the expectation for women to work part-time, etc.)In terms of finances and support for women, the higher level that you go, the more limited support typically is.This decade is going to be critical, and how you start this decade can affect the way you move and maneuver through it.The glass cliff.Similar to the glass ceiling but more about women in the minority being put in top positions during a crisis where failure is more likely to prevail.The glass escalator. The idea that a man can have a fast-track in a predominantly women-led company, organization, or industry. [18:40 - 22:53] Closing Segment Let’s be mindful and have a plan to navigate through all of these barriers, so they won’t keep us from leaping to the other side.Take ownership and push through the barriers.Do not let these barriers be the excuse for not having the visibility that you desire.Let me know if you have any questions, comments, or want to figure out how I can help you; send an email to support@keishashields.com, and check me out on social media @KeishaPShields.Get Free complimentary access to my leadership class, ‘She Will Not Be Silenced.’Head over to  https://keishashields.com/, enter your first name and your email address, then click the box that says “Yes, send me the audio training, please.” Final words Tweetable Quotes: “It is important to be armed with resources and solutions that can help you...

    23 min

  8. 01/21/2021

    Executive Visibility: The 2021 Pathway - 038

    “2021 is not the time for child's play when it comes to being a leader and handling your business.” Executive visibility is a nonnegotiable as a high-income woman leader. Here are the 7 nontraditional 2021 executive visibility must-haves.  This episode is part 2 of my 2021 visibility outlook, where I talked about what visibility in 2021 looks like, especially for women leaders, and why visibility is so important to begin with. If you have not listened to that previous episode, please go back and listen to part one on episode 37 after you listen to this episode.  This particular episode is for my executive women or women desiring to maneuver in the executive life manner. Let’s dive into this episode and learn more about executives’ visibility and implement it in this new year of 2021. [00:01 - 04:59] Opening Segment I talk about the topic of this week’s episode.Visibility for executive women, or women who are desiring to maneuver in an executive life manner.Having the executive level mentalityI share my experience being an executive.Making the most of your 2021 visibility.2021 is not the time for child's play when it comes to being a leader and handling your business. [05:00 - 16:50] 7 Visibility Requirements for Executive Leaders. 2021 is going to require more play from you in your lifeMake time to play, relax, and do the things that you enjoy.Play is going to balance out the no child's play and the leadership of your visibility. Put a focus on building your brand.What is it that your personal brand as a leader needs to represent and to be known for.Quoting yourself and build up your frameworkQuote the beautiful expertise, perspective, deep thought-provoking conversations of yours. Speak up in the rooms that you are already in.You are going to have to be the voice for people that can not speak up for themselves. Credibility, teamwork and leadershipCome across as a credible person.Emphasize the importance of teamwork.Focus on building out and creating your leadership development program.For your company, employees, or mentees.Train, groom, and prepare the next leaders that are going to help you reach your goals.Do an intentional dance between your masculine and feminine energyThe masculine energy is going to drive your results, and the feminine energy is going to set you on your best flow. [16:51 - 20:56] Closing Segment No matter what happened in 2020, we are moving toward an eventual, hopeful future infused with legacy.You can not have an intentional legacy without having intentional visibility. Let me know if you have any questions, comments, or want to figure out how I can help you; send an email to support@keishashields.com, and check me out on social media @KeishaPShields.Get Free complimentary access to my leadership class, ‘She Will Not Be Silenced.’Head over to  https://keishashields.com/, enter your first name and your email address, then click the box that says “Yes, send me the audio training, please.” Final words Tweetable Quotes: “2021 is...

    21 min
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How do you go from feeling silenced and needing to reclaim your voice to absolutely owning your voice and your story so that you transform lives (and your bank account) in ways you always knew were possible? In these inspiring, in-depth, no holds barred conversations with friends across so many industries, you will get a peek into strategies to find and own your voice, heal through stereotypes, shame and stigmas surrounding your life story, and be inspired to turn your story into a highly-expertized leadership empire. Leadership Adviser and Executive Coach, Keisha Shields, discusses real-life stories and the impact of business, career, faith, legacy, friendships, relationships, life and all things wealth and womanhood on women who are called to lead.

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