The Follow-Up: F’ Your Likeability

In this episode, we follow up on S3: Ep 42 Remix: Likeability, The Bane Of Black Women At Work and further discuss:

• Code-switching and communication: Discover how to effectively navigate the dominant culture of whiteness in the workplace as a Black professional while maintaining your authenticity.
  
  • Navigating white spaces in the corporate world
    
    
  • Struggles with code-switching and authenticity
    
    
  • Balancing professionalism and cultural identity
    
  
  
  
• The power of likability: Learn about the impact of likability on career progression and how to strike a balance between being your Black, fabulous self and being relatable to your colleagues.
  
  • The role of likability in career success
    
    
  • Connecting with coworkers while staying true to yourself
    
    
  • Building relationships to advance in the workplace
    
  
  
  
• Diverse leadership matters: Understand the importance of diverse leadership for creating inclusive environments, fostering opportunity, and increasing company profits.
  
  • The benefits of diversity in leadership
    
    
  • Strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion
    
    
  • The connection between diverse leadership and company performance
    
  
  
  
• Systemic racism and the workplace: Let’s talk about addressing and overcoming the systemic racism that still exists in our workplaces today.
  
  • Recognizing and combating systemic racism
    
    
  • The impact of microaggressions on Black professionals
    
    
  • Advocating for change in corporate environments
    
  
  
  
• Surviving and thriving in the workplace: Get strategic tips for success and survival as a Black professional in today’s corporate world.
  
  • Essential skills for navigating the workplace
    
    
  • Building resilience and confidence
    
    
  • Overcoming challenges and barriers to success
    
  
  
  
• Finding your personal outlets: Learn the importance of having spaces, like therapy and podcasts, where you can be your authentic self and process your experiences in the workplace.
  
  • The value of self-care and support systems
    
    
  • Creating safe spaces to process workplace experiences
    
    
  • The role of therapy and podcasts in maintaining mental health
    
  
  
  
• Seeking support and community: Hear about the value of coaching, listener letters, and connecting with others who understand your journey as a Black professional woman.
  
  • Benefits of coaching and mentorship
    
    
  • The power of shared experiences and community
    
    
  • Listener letters and advice for fellow Black professionals
    
  
  

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Editing and Sound Design by Chris Mann of Podshaper

How to Be More Likeable at Work | The Muse

Why Likability Matters More at Work – WSJ

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