Trill MBA Show - The Career Management Podcast for Black Women

Trill MBA Show - The Career Management Podcast for Black Women


Master the Art of Power: Success Excuses (Almost) Everything

April 12, 2025
S9: E7

In this episode of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia wraps up the 7 Rules of Power series with Rule #7 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Once You Gain Power, Whatever You Did to Get It Will Be Forgotten, Forgiven, or Both.

Getting power is one thing—but keeping it? That’s where the real career management begins. In this power-packed finale, Felicia breaks down what it takes to sustain success, defend your position, and show up with unshakable leadership and influence.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to constantly prove yourself—or worried about what happens after you finally level up—this episode gives you the real game. Because once you have power, you become a target. Felicia arms you with the strategies to stay grounded, strategic, and protected.

This episode is especially important for Black women navigating workplace politics, juggling professional growth, and trying to hold their position without burning out. You’ve worked too hard to lose your footing—now it’s time to build your empire, not just your résumé.

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