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The Beyond Woman Podcast, a space for Caribbean women to connect, learn, and grow. Hosted by Jacqueline Walker-Johnson, we bring inspiring conversations with women who are breaking barriers, building successful lifestyle businesses, and redefining success. We provide hands on advice and practical strategies on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and personal growth, empowering Caribbean women to live their best lives.”

  1. What Happens If You're Not Here Tomorrow?

    Jun 3

    What Happens If You're Not Here Tomorrow?

    Most women spend their lives caring for everyone else. We show up for our children, our partners, our parents, our businesses, and our communities. But how often do we stop and ask ourselves one important question: What would happen to the people I love if I weren't here tomorrow? In this powerful episode of TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, we sit down with Bridgette Prendergast-Francis, a Financial Advisor, mother of two, and passionate advocate for helping families build financial security through life insurance and financial planning. Bridgette shares a deeply personal story about a life-threatening health scare that forced her to confront the reality that tomorrow is not promised. As the mother of a son with special needs, she found peace in knowing that provisions were already in place to ensure her loved ones would be cared for if the unexpected happened. Together, we explore why financial protection is one of the greatest gifts we can leave our families, the common mistakes women make in planning, and the simple steps every woman can take to create greater security and peace of mind. This conversation isn't about fear. It's about love, preparation, and protecting the people who matter most. In This Episode Bridgette's journey into financial services The life-changing health scare that reshaped her perspective Why financial protection became personal Planning for a child with special needs Common myths women believe about life insurance Why caregivers need protection too The financial realities families face when there is no plan The biggest mistakes women make with financial planning Practical first steps to building a protection plan Creating a legacy that lasts beyond your lifetime Memorable Takeaway "The greatest act of love is not only how we care for people while we're here—it is how we prepare for them if we're not." Connect With Bridgette Prendergast-Francis For more information about financial protection, life insurance, and planning for life's turning points, connect with Bridgette and learn how to begin building a financial protection plan for your family. WhatsApp #876-375-8614    Sponsor This episode is sponsored by The Beyond Woman Magazine (TBWM) — a magazine created for the Caribbean woman, dedicated to conversations around growth, healing, leadership, and living fully.   Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise together.   Connect with TheBeyondWoman Follow us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group Or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com   About the Host Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth.  If this episode encouraged you, share it with a woman you love. One conversation today could create peace of mind for an entire family tomorrow. #TheBeyondWoman #CaribbeanWomen #MentalHealthMatters #FunctioningDepression #WomenSupportingWomen

    47 min
  2. Functioning Depression in Caribbean Women — When You’re Showing Up But Slowly Disappearing

    May 6

    Functioning Depression in Caribbean Women — When You’re Showing Up But Slowly Disappearing

    Hosted by Jacqueline Johnson, Founder of TheBeyondWoman There is a version of depression that doesn’t stop your life; it just quietly drains it. In this episode, Jacqueline Johnson opens up a needed conversation around functioning depression in Caribbean women, the kind that hides behind productivity, responsibility, and “holding it together.” This isn’t about not showing up; it’s about showing up while feeling disconnected, exhausted, and slowly losing touch with yourself. We get into what this actually looks like for high-achieving women, for single women, and for women raising children while carrying emotional and mental loads that often go unseen. This episode goes deeper into the real drivers behind it, including chronic stress, emotional suppression, and role overload, and how these patterns don’t just affect your internal state but begin to shape your relationships, your boundaries, and the decisions you make when you are running on empty. This is not just a conversation about what’s wrong; it’s about what is possible, how to begin reconnecting with yourself, how to rebuild your emotional capacity, and how to return to a life you are not just managing, but actually present in. And for those leaning on faith, this episode gently brings you back to the reminder that God meets you even in the quiet, functioning kind of brokenness. What We Talk About What functioning depression actually looks like beyond the stereotypes Why high-achieving women are more at risk of masking it The impact of chronic stress on the brain and body Emotional suppression and how unprocessed feelings build over time Role overload and the silent burnout many women normalize Losing interest in things you once loved and what that really means How depletion affects your relationships and boundaries Why you may tolerate more or go with the flow when you’re not fully present Practical ways to begin restoring your energy and emotional clarity Returning to God as a source of strength and renewal A Real Moment From This Episode “When something that once felt like purpose starts to feel like pressure, you begin to question not just the work, but yourself.” Scripture Reflection “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.” — Isaiah 40:31 Share This Episode If this resonated with you, send it to a woman who might be quietly carrying more than she shows. You never really know who is functioning but struggling.   Sponsor This episode is sponsored by The Beyond Woman Magazine (TBWM) — a magazine created for the Caribbean woman, dedicated to conversations around growth, healing, leadership, and living fully. Explore more stories, features, and resources at 🌐 www.thebeyondwomanmag.com Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise together. Connect with TheBeyondWoman Follow us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group Or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com   About the Host Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth.   #TheBeyondWoman #CaribbeanWomen #MentalHealthMatters #FunctioningDepression #WomenSupportingWomen #EmotionalWellness #BurnoutRecovery #FaithAndHealing #WomenInBusiness #HighAchievingWomen #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney #PodcastForWomen #CaribbeanVoices #MindsetShift

    21 min
  3. A Gentle Guide to Women’s Health in the Caribbean

    Apr 11

    A Gentle Guide to Women’s Health in the Caribbean

    Too many Caribbean women have been taught to live with discomfort, normalize pain, and put their health last. From painful periods to hormonal imbalances, fibroids, and fertility challenges, the conversation around women’s health has often been quiet, misunderstood, or delayed until something goes wrong. But that has to change. In this episode of TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Corridon, obstetrician and gynecologist, and founder of Harmony Health, also known as “Your Gentle Gynecologist.” She’s redefining what women’s healthcare can feel like — more compassionate, more informed, and rooted in dignity and choice. This is not just a medical conversation. It’s a necessary one. What We Talk About Why have so many Caribbean women been conditioned to normalize pain The truth about fibroids and why they are so common among Black and Caribbean women What a compassionate, patient-centered approach to gynecological care really looks like How to overcome fear and start viewing doctor visits as a form of self-care Understanding PCOS, fertility challenges, and the role of lifestyle in reproductive health Early warning signs you should never ignore when it comes to your body What does “Your body. Your baby. Your way.” really mean for pregnancy and birth choices The reality of balancing health while being everything to everyone Gaps in women’s healthcare across the Caribbean and what needs to change Simple, practical steps every woman can start taking to better care for her health Why This Conversation Matters When women don’t have the right information, we delay care. When we delay care, we live longer with discomfort, confusion, and sometimes preventable complications. This episode is a reminder that: You are allowed to ask questions. You are allowed to seek answers. And you are allowed to prioritize your health without guilt. About Our Guest Dr. Rachel Corridon is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist based in Trinidad and Tobago and the founder of Harmony Health — Women’s Health and Home Birth Services. Affectionately known as “Your Gentle Gynecologist,” she is committed to creating safe, respectful, and empowering healthcare experiences for women across the Caribbean. Her approach centers on informed choice, compassionate care, and helping women feel truly seen and heard in their health journeys. Sponsor This episode is sponsored by The Beyond Woman Magazine (TBWM) — a magazine created for the Caribbean woman, dedicated to conversations around growth, healing, leadership, and living fully. Explore more stories, features, and resources at 🌐 www.thebeyondwomanmag.com Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise, together. Connect with TheBeyondWoman Follow us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group Or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to info@thebeyondwoman.com   About the Host Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. Final Thought Taking care of your health is not something you squeeze in when everything else is done. It is the foundation that allows you to show up fully in every area of your life. Start paying attention. Start asking questions. Start choosing yourself. #TheBeyondWoman #WomensHealthMatters #CaribbeanWomen #FibroidsAwareness #PCOSAwareness #KnowYourBody #SelfCareIsEssential #WomenEmpowerment #CaribbeanPodcast #HealthConversations #WomenSupportingWomen #MindYourHealth

    1h 2m
  4. Building Confidence and Business: Michelle Baptiste on Turning Vision Into Impact

    Mar 25

    Building Confidence and Business: Michelle Baptiste on Turning Vision Into Impact

    In this episode of TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, we sit down with Caribbean entrepreneur Michelle Baptiste, founder of Selecfit, for a real conversation about what it takes to turn an idea into something meaningful. Michelle shares her journey into entrepreneurship — from the early stages of building her brand to navigating challenges, building confidence, and staying committed to her vision even when things felt uncertain. This conversation goes beyond business. It’s about resilience, self-belief, and the courage to start before you feel Sponsor This episode is sponsored by The Beyond Woman Magazine (TBWM) — a magazine created for the Caribbean woman, dedicated to conversations around growth, healing, leadership, and living fully. Explore more stories, features, and resources at 🌐 www.thebeyondwomanmag.com Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise, together. Connect with TheBeyondWoman Follow us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group Or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to info@thebeyondwoman.com   About the Host Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth.

    54 min
  5. Leading While Exhausted: Burnout, Perimenopause and the Identity Shift of Caribbean Women

    Mar 11

    Leading While Exhausted: Burnout, Perimenopause and the Identity Shift of Caribbean Women

    In this episode of TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, Jacqueline sits down with Dr. Kerriann Peart for a conversation on leadership, burnout, perimenopause, and the evolving professional identity of Caribbean women. Across the world, research from McKinsey & Company and LeanIn.Org shows women leaders report significantly higher levels of burnout than their male counterparts. While studies from Deloitte also reveal that nearly half of women say they feel burned out at work. But statistics alone will not tell the complete story. In this conversation, Jacqueline also shares her experience navigating a period of burnout while leading. A time when she felt creatively drained, disconnected, and unsure how to articulate what she was going through. The episode also explores the often unspoken impact of perimenopause on mental health and professional identity, a reality many women face but rarely discuss openly. Together, Jacqueline and Dr. Peart will try to unpack how Caribbean women can begin to understand these transitions with the right language, empathy, and awareness. This is not just a leadership conversation. It’s a whole-woman conversation. About Our Guest Dr. Kerriann Peart is a trusted voice on leadership, burnout, and professional well-being, particularly for women navigating complex organizational environments. With a background in organizational psychology, public health, and executive coaching, she brings both academic insight and lived leadership experience to her work. She challenges traditional ideas of high performance that prioritize output over people, instead helping leaders develop the clarity, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence needed to lead effectively in demanding environments. Dr. Peart works with executives, managers, and professional women across the Caribbean and the diaspora, encouraging leaders to rethink how success is defined and sustained. The Beyond Woman Listener Challenge Before you move on with your day, take 10 quiet minutes to check in with yourself and honestly reflect on these three questions: Am I simply tired, or am I actually burned out? What has my mind or body been trying to tell me that I’ve been ignoring? What is one small thing I can do this week to care for myself better? There is no pressure to have perfect answers. The challenge is to pause, reflect, and be honest with yourself Sponsor This episode is sponsored by The Beyond Woman Magazine (TBWM) — a magazine created for the Caribbean woman, dedicated to conversations around growth, healing, leadership, and living fully. Explore more stories, features, and resources at 🌐 www.thebeyondwomanmag.com Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise, together. Connect with TheBeyondWoman Follow us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group Or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to info@thebeyondwoman.com   About the Host Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. #TheBeyondWoman #CaribbeanWomen #WomenInLeadership #BurnoutRecovery #PerimenopauseAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #WomenSupportingWomen #LeadershipDevelopment #CaribbeanProfessionals #MidlifeConversations

    1h 2m
  6. Women and Gatekeeping — How It Keeps Us Back Rather Than Helps Us Forward

    Jan 24

    Women and Gatekeeping — How It Keeps Us Back Rather Than Helps Us Forward

    Gatekeeping doesn’t always look like exclusion. Sometimes it looks like silence, withheld information, or opportunities that never get shared. In this solo episode of TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, host Jacqueline Johnson explores how gatekeeping — especially among women — quietly limits growth, leadership, and collective success. Grounded in real-world experience, Caribbean context, and research-backed insight, this episode challenges the scarcity mindset many women were conditioned to adopt and offers a healthier, more sustainable alternative. This is not a conversation about blame. It’s about awareness, responsibility, and building a culture where women don’t just rise — they rise together. What We Cover in This Episode What gatekeeping really looks like in women’s spaces (and why it often goes unnoticed) The historical and cultural roots of scarcity thinking among women Why access, networks, and sponsorship matter more than talent alone Research-backed insights on how collaboration improves leadership outcomes and mental health Real-life examples of gatekeeping in workplaces, business, and community spaces The growing counterculture of women who “gate-open” instead of gatekeeping The difference between mentorship and sponsorship — and why both matter The personal and economic benefits of letting go of gatekeeping Practical, actionable ways to build supportive, high-achieving women’s communities References World Bank data on women’s workforce participation and leadership gaps Harvard-affiliated research on networks, sponsorship, and career advancement UN Women insights on gender, access, and economic inclusion Caribbean-specific realities around informal networks and opportunity flow (References discussed conversationally during the episode) Gatekeeping may feel like protection in the moment, but over time it limits impact, isolates leadership, and slows collective progress. Real power isn’t holding the key. It’s changing who gets access in the first place. Listener Challenge This week: Speak a woman’s name in a room she’s not in Share an opportunity you could have kept to yourself Make one introduction that costs you nothing but could change everything That’s how cultures shift. That’s how power moves. Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise, together. Connect with TheBeyondWoman Follow us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group Or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to info@thebeyondwoman.com   About the Host Jacqueline Johnson is the founder of TheBeyondWoman, a platform that empowers Caribbean women through honest conversations, practical tools, and community-centered growth. She hosts TheBeyondWoman Conversations Podcast, where leadership meets healing and ambition shares space with truth. #WomenAndGatekeeping #WomenInLeadership #CaribbeanWomen #TheBeyondWoman #TheBeyondWomanPodcast #CommunityOverCompetition #HighAchievingWomen

    25 min
  7. Resilient By Grace: Rising Stronger with Rev. Marie Berbick Bailey

    12/31/2025

    Resilient By Grace: Rising Stronger with Rev. Marie Berbick Bailey

    In this deeply moving and transformative conversation, Jacqueline sits down with Rev. Marie Berbick Bailey — minister, coach, author, and 2025 U.S. Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awardee — to talk about what it really means to rise through heartbreak, betrayal, transition, and spiritual warfare. Known as The People’s Pastor, Rev. Marie opens up about her journey from corporate communications in Jamaica to answering God’s call in the United States, navigating public scrutiny, and walking boldly into divine restoration. This episode is packed with wisdom, truth, and practical tools for every woman walking through a hard season. If you’ve ever felt broken, misunderstood, or stuck in the valley, this conversation will remind you that your story is far from over. What We Dive Into: Leaving a successful career to step into God’s calling Healing after divorce, betrayal, and deep spiritual battles Navigating public scrutiny and staying grounded in purpose Jealousy, rejection, and choosing the right inner circle Understanding identity when your name is being whispered, not celebrated What divine restoration really looks like The three practices in Rev. Marie’s Resilience Blueprint Why community is crucial for healing A powerful daily declaration for women everywhere Who This Episode Is For: Women healing from trauma, navigating transition, battling self-doubt, leading in ministry or business, or seeking practical faith-based tools to rise stronger. Connect with Rev. Marie Berbick Bailey: YouTube Website: marieberbick.com Instagram: @marieberbick Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise, together. Follow us on social media: Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to info@thebeyondwoman.com Don’t forget to subscribe and share our platform with others ________________________________ Thank you for joining us. 📌 Follow TheBeyondWoman for more conversations that empower and equip women to lead unapologetically. If this episode moved you, share it with a sister who needs encouragement today.   And for your daily empowerment, words from Rev. Marie Berbick Fear is normal—disobedience is optional. Step out scared, but step out anyway.   Daily declaration of resilience “I rise because grace lifts me. I stand because purpose holds me. I am becoming everything God called me to be.”   #TheBeyondWoman #ResilientWoman #WomenOfFaith #CaribbeanWomen #ThePeoplesPastor #FaithJourney #HealingJourney #RiseStronger #PurposeDriven #PodcastRelease #NewEpisode

    54 min
  8. From Waiting to Winning : A Call for Women of Color to  Step Into Greatness

    12/17/2025

    From Waiting to Winning : A Call for Women of Color to Step Into Greatness

    What happens when you stop waiting to be chosen—and choose yourself instead? In this powerful episode of TheBeyondWoman Podcast, host J sits down with Charise Beckett, leadership strategist, author, and advocate for women of colour who are redefining leadership beyond titles, burnout, and outdated systems. Charise shares her journey of navigating corporate spaces where her voice was often minimized, the moment she decided to stop waiting for permission, and how that decision led her to build a thriving business rooted in both excellence and wellness. She introduces her P.O.I.S.E.™ Framework, a practical approach designed to help women lead with clarity, confidence, and sustainability—without sacrificing themselves in the process. This conversation is honest, affirming, and deeply practical. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, or the pressure to shrink to fit in, this episode will meet you right where you are—and challenge you to rise. In this episode, we cover: The defining moment Charise stopped waiting for validation and chose herself The real challenges women of colour face in leadership spaces How to thrive beyond burnout instead of glorifying it Shifting from hesitation to confident action Leading before the title and owning your voice Honouring cultural identity in business and leadership Protecting wellness while pursuing ambition Building legacies that reflect your voice—not pre-set molds 📌 Connect with Charise Beckett: Website | IG  | YOUTUBE Listen to This Episode on: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Podbean (primary host platform) New episodes every week focused on elevating the voice, visibility, and power of Caribbean women everywhere. 🎧 Listen now and share with another Caribbean woman who carries big dreams. Want to Be Featured in TheBeyondWoman Magazine? Are you a purpose-driven woman in business, leadership, or impact work? We’re looking for dynamic women like you to feature in our upcoming issue of TheBeyondWoman Magazine. ✅ Get visibility for your brand ✅ Inspire a regional audience ✅ Be part of a platform that celebrates and equips Caribbean women to rise Apply now to be featured — share your story, your work, and your message. 📩 Email: thebeyondwomanmagazine@gmail.com Let’s rise, together. Follow us on social media: Instagram Facebook Join Our Facebook Group or join us at our Website: TheBeyondWoman TheBeyondWoman Magazine Send your feedback or suggestions to info@thebeyondwoman.com Don’t forget to subscribe and share our platform with others ________________________________ Thank you for joining us. 📌 Follow TheBeyondWoman for more conversations that empower and equip women to lead unapologetically.   #TheBeyondWoman #WomenInLeadership #WomenOfColor #BeyondBurnout #LeadUnapologetically #OwnYourVoice #WomenWhoLead #PurposeDrivenWomen

    39 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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2 Ratings

About

The Beyond Woman Podcast, a space for Caribbean women to connect, learn, and grow. Hosted by Jacqueline Walker-Johnson, we bring inspiring conversations with women who are breaking barriers, building successful lifestyle businesses, and redefining success. We provide hands on advice and practical strategies on entrepreneurship, empowerment, and personal growth, empowering Caribbean women to live their best lives.”