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Black Girl BurnoutOpt Into Negotiating Your Life with Elizabeth GouetiIn this episode of the Black Girl Burnout Podcast, host Kelley Bonner and her special guest Elizabeth Goueti, an expert in negotiation strategies, discuss the critical importance of negotiation skills for women, especially Black women, in various aspects of life. They discuss the significance of negotiation in career advancements, entrepreneurship, and personal relationships, emphasizing how it can be a healing and empowering tool. More, more, and still more is within your reach in 2025. Tune in today and prepare yourself to engage in realistic strategies that can help you with opting into a life filled with abundance and joy.
2025-01-2029 min
The Spring Forward PodcastThe Art of Conflict Resolution: Lessons for Professionals in the WorkplaceSend us a textToday we have an insightful episode lined up for you. Joining us is Elizabeth Goueti, a former Employment Litigator and an advocate for organizations improving their marketplace properties through culture and organizational strategy. In this episode, we delve into the vital topic of conflict resolution in the workplace. Elizabeth brings her expertise to the table as we explore effective strategies for managing and resolving conflicts in a healthy and productive manner. From fostering a positive work culture to implementing communication frameworks, we uncover practical approaches to address conflicts, promote understanding, and create a...
2023-07-2527 min
Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadFinding Wellness in Medellin with Elizabeth GouetiIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Elizabeth shares her story of moving abroad to live in Medellin, Colombia, for 3 years with her husband and two children before repatriating to the Washington DC area in the Spring of 2022. This Episode Covers: Being a 1st Generation American Studying Abroad in Valencia, Spain Studying Abroad in London, England Moving to Medellin, Colombia, with a Family Securing Services for a Special Needs Child in Colombia Working Abroad in Medellin How Living Abroad Impacts Motherhood
2023-04-241h 25Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving AbroadFinding Wellness in Medellin with Elizabeth GouetiIn this episode of Flourish in the Foreign, Elizabeth shares her story of moving abroad to live in Medellin, Colombia, for 3 years with her husband and two children before repatriating to the Washington DC area in the Spring of 2022. This Episode Covers: Being a 1st Generation American Studying Abroad in Valencia, Spain Studying Abroad in London, England Moving to Medellin, Colombia, with a Family Securing Services for a Special Needs Child in Colombia Working Abroad in Medellin How Living Abroad Impacts Motherhood
2023-04-241h 25
We Resolve to WinTo Thyself be Better - Understanding the 5 Different Conflict Resolution Styles (Pt 1)In this week’s episode, we are discussing the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI) which addresses the conflict styles. It's incredibly important to raise your awareness of how you show up when you are in the middle of in conflict. This information will hold a mirror up to you. We want to know better so that we can do better. That starts with a solid foundation of information! In this part one, we are looking at the benefits and disadvantages of the Accommodating Style and the Avoiding Style.
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2023-03-0922 minWe Resolve to WinIt is a Go! Relaunching We Resolve to Win!Hi everyone! I’m excited to be back! I want you all to know that we are relaunching on March 8th! March 8th is International Women’s Day and we have some great things in store! As I’m facelifting in the background, check out these three episodes:
023. The Courage of Living Life on Purpose with Cathy Heller https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/KlBLY6Ywvxb
008. Working well - how consistent self-care will make a difference for professionals, parents and caregivers with Farah Harris, Licensed Therapist. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/uIPylJ6wvxb
012. Leveraging your experience to help othe...
2023-02-1812 minWe Resolve to Win034. REPLAY: Clubhouse Room on Negotiating Salaries and ContractsHappy International Women's Day! I'm celebrating a couple of days early by releasing an episode! Here is a replay of a Clubhouse Negotiation Room that I co-hosted a couple of weeks ago. This room was originally addressed to a very specific group - Haitian and Haitian-American entrepreneurs. We started the room discussing negotiating contracts, termination provisions and the like and landed where people always land SALARY NEGOTIATIONS! In this edited Clubhouse recording, I address:
1. Tips that can help you better negotiate your salary today!
2. Backtracking an accepted offer after you've...
2021-03-0741 minWe Resolve to Win033. Don't go for a box of Popeye's Chicken - 5 Pitfalls that Entrepreneurial Queens Need to Avoid TodayHey Entrepreneurial Queens! First, let me say, "Happy New Year!" I can still say that right? In this episode, we go through 5 pitfalls that Entrepreneurial Queens need to avoid. The actions are often linked to certain behaviors, such as pride. I hope to support you in walking in excellence but in order to do that, you have to go in with your eyes wide open and avoid these contracting pitfalls! Like this episode? Be sure to share it with a friend!
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2021-02-0124 minWe Resolve to WinCreating safe spaces for your children to express themselves, teaching them forgiveness authentically and other ways to teach your children conflict resolution skills.In this episode, I address an important topic for working mothers (and yes, aunties too): teaching children conflict resolution skills! I talk about 5 ways in which any mother/caregiver can support the little ones in their lives. Of the many tips I provide, I specifically love "forgive your children" the most. Why? Because I had to walk a path of deep forgiveness of motherhood and yes, even of my son in order to authentically teach him how to forgive. It truly was my saving grace.
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2020-12-2231 min
Let's Humanize The Workplace!The State of Working MomsThis #HumanizeTheWorkplace episode is all about the state of working moms during Covid-19. Go to https://bit.ly/htwnews to receive bi-weekly updates on humanizing the workplace.
You are welcome to ask questions or share your tips during this live conversation which is being broadcasted on LinkedIn, Twitter/Periscope, Youtube & Facebook at the same time.
Tara Furiani is Not the HR Lady, a no B.S. Exec who challenges the status quo on 'All Things People'. Author of 'F*ck Your Office Snacks' & Mom of 7.
Cordelia Gaffar is the Emotions Opener Transformation Strategist guiding leaders to use their darkest and...
2020-12-1658 minWe Resolve to WinLisaRaye on Fix My Life. A review on communication, edge control and white moo-moos!Ya'll. I finally watched the episode where LisaRaye and her family (mother and daughter) visit Iyanla with hopes that they can fix their relationships! I love their courage to do this. I can't imagine that trying to do this in a public forum is easy, especially when you're a celebrity! In this episode, I recap on the LisaRaye's visit, discuss the importance of accountability in relationships, why active listening can lead to stronger communication skills and why conflict management skills are a must! And yes, I discuss the white moo-moo!
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2020-12-0300 minWe Resolve to Win030. We Resolve to Win with #NaturalHair.Discussing natural hair is one of my favorite pastimes. I personally know what it is like to experience natural hair discrimination at work and at home. The fact that we're still having this very important conversation tells me that it may be time to take a different angel. In this brief episode, I discuss my Thrive Global feature as a Natural Hair Advocate and the importance of affirming our children that also have coily, kinky and curly hair.
Thrive Global feature: https://thriveglobal.com/stories/elizabeth-goueti-theres-always-something-to-learn/
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2020-11-0500 minWe Resolve to Win029. Black Women, It is Time: Creating a Salary Negotiation StrategyMy beautiful Black women, it is time to negotiate your salary. Now. Black women are suddenly in demand in the United States and some parts of Europe. Companies are now starting to see the error of their ways as it relates to the treatment of Black women at work (lowest paid, least promoted, most disrespected!) and thankfully, that also includes how we are paid. SO YOU BETTER START NEGOTIATING! So this episode is dedicated to you. Let's talk about creating our negotiation strategy. Here's how: (1) Reverse engineer your cost of living; (2) Begin...
2020-10-2800 min
We Resolve to Win028. HR Expert & Consultant, Audra L. Herron Pt. 2: Get to know the people and be true to your character.This is Part Two of a very important episode! I continue my conversation with HR Expert, Leader and Consultant Audra L. Herron on the world of human resources including, management and leadership. In this episode, she addresses how other HR leaders can also be true to their character, how they can truly be here for the "human", aligning your passion and why women are not negotiating their salaries. I hope you find this information edifying and educating! If so, let's talk! Take a screen grab and tag me in it! @weresolvetowin! Thank you...
2020-10-2000 min
We Resolve to Win027. HR Expert & Consultant, Audra L. Herron Pt. 1: Employees are a company's internal customerYou guys are in for a treat! In this episode, I talk with HR Expert, Leader and Consultant Audra L. Herron on the world of human resources including, management and leadership, employees being a company's "internal customer", the recent #WellsFargo scandal regarding diverse talent and more. Stay tuned for Part 2 of this discussion which will be released in a few days!
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Website: www.herronresources.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/audraherron
Twitter and Instagram: @herronresources
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Social Media: @weresolvetowin
2020-10-0200 minWe Resolve to Win026. The 3 Bs of Salary Negotiations: Focusing on Total CompensationLet's get into Salary Negotiations! This season, we're digging in deeper with salary negotiations. Why? Well - did you know that statistically speaking, only 7% of women negotiate their salaries in comparison to men which is at 57%? WOW! We've got to raise that number! In this episode, I discuss the 3 Bs that can help you focus on total compensation. The 3 Bs are: (1) Base; (2) Bonus; and (3) Benefits. Whether you are starting a new position, moving laterally or simply wanting to reassess where you are, you can use the 3 Bs to help you discover more...
2020-09-1720 min
We Resolve to Win025. The Courage of Workplace Trust and Culture with Praise MokI. AM. EXCITED. This is my first episode discussing the workplace specifically but it will not be my last. I am so incredibly honored to talk to Praise Mok, Deputy CEO of ROHEI, a leading Learning and Development organization based in Singapore. I had the chance to work with ROHEI's colleagues on the ground for six weeks and it truly was a life-changing experience. It helped me find my purpose in helping people resolve to win and gain clarity on so many other things. In this episode, Praise talks about the importance of establishing...
2020-07-1635 min
Colorblind: Race Across GenerationsLET'S GET UNCOMFORTABLEUncomfortable conversations. We've heard those words a lot lately. But how do you actually have those conversations when it comes to race? Conflict Resolution Expert and Attorney Elizabeth Goueti gives some practical steps to start the conversation, what to say, how to say AND what NOT to say!
2020-07-1042 min
We Resolve to Win024. The Courage of Falling in Love with Failure with Shablé HarrisWhat a delight it was to talk to Shable Harris, a Software Engineer and Creative Director based out of Miami Beach, Florida. In this episode, Shable shares her journey, what she learned along the way and the importance of learning how to fall in love with failure. What I was most excited about this episode is how Shable talked about the importance to make room for yourself and not being "quiet about it." She also speaks of tribe, community and the things that being in tech taught her as an African-American woman. Her advice is...
2020-07-1032 min
We Resolve to Win023. The Courage of Living Life on Purpose with Cathy HellerIn this episode, I interview Cathy Heller, the host of the podcast Don’t Keep Your Day Job, which has over 12 million downloads and features conversations with creative entrepreneurs like actress Jenna Fischer, blogger Seth Godin and more. Cathy is a phenomenal coach and she’s sparking a movement for every soul to add their gift to the world. I am still amazed that I got a chance to interview her #MindBlown. We talk about her journey to getting to where she is and most importantly, how she has managed to maintain the courage to live her...
2020-06-1751 min
We Resolve to Win022. The Courage of Working in Corporate America with Kiana Wheeler.In this episode, I chat with a long-time friend, Kiana Wheeler who is an inspiration to me in so many respects. She shares her journey on how she went from conflict in her major to being a corporate leader. She also share her vision and beautiful organization named, Corporate Missionary.
Connect with Kiana:
Instagram: @corporatemissionary
Website: www.corporatemissionary.org
Email: corporatemissionary@gmail.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/corporate-missionary
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weresolvetowin/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeResolveToWin
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2020-05-2137 min
We Resolve to Win021. Vicarious trauma, collective grieving and the importance of boundaries with Farah Harris, Licensed Therapist.Farah Harris, Licensed Therapist is back for a special episode for Mental Health Awareness Month. In this episode, Farah addresses vicarious trauma, collective grieving and the importance of placing extra boundaries to protect ourselves during this time.
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Website: www.farahharrislcpc.com
Self-Care Planner: https://farah-harris-lcpc.dpdcart.com/product/172089
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/farahharrislcpc
All social media: @farahharrislcpc
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeResolveToWin
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2020-05-1531 minWe Resolve to Win020. Ahmaud Arbery: Being Black in AmericaIn this episode, I share my personal experiences of being Black in America and talk about the Ahmaud Arbery situation. I am triggered but hope that you are empathetic to my plight and also the plight of others like me. Ahmaud would have been 26 today on May 8th. Being Black in America is exhausting. Being Black in America is traumatizing. Thank you for listening.
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2020-05-0954 min
We Resolve to Win019. Identity, Purpose and Community with Brieanna Lightfoot SmithOn this episode, I chat with Brieanna Lightfoot Smith, the Founder of Black Girls with Purpose based in Arlington, Texas (United States). Talking to Brie was such a delight for me - it was the nourishment that I needed and so timely. My hope is that you can find your identity in what truly matters and that it anchors it accordingly. My hope is that you're also courageously finding your purpose and living it out with community support.
Connect with Brieanna:
Company Website (if applicable): blackgirlswithpurpose.org
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2020-04-3059 min
We Resolve to Win018. The courage of advocating for your health with Piper Grigsby, Your Dedicated Care Concierge.In this episode, I speak with Piper Grigsby, aka “Your Dedicated Care Concierge”™️. She is the the Founder of PGrigsby Consulting Health and Wellness. She writes, "I am a 25+ yr healthcare professional, which includes care coordination and physician recruitment and management, I saw the need to build a community and health and wellness network dedicated to serve professional women. Bringing specific, qualified resources, tools, services and providers that are dedicated to serve women with the approach and care they need and deserve. I believe without health there is no wealth for anyone. There are many platforms that share wh...
2020-04-1549 min
We Resolve to Win017. Practical tips on working virtually and project managing in the home with Zena Stevens, PMPI had the pleasure of speaking with a great friend of mine, Zena Stevens on project managing within the home. Zena is a PMP certified Project Manager out of Orlando, Florida and is the most organized person that I know of. She has two very busy daughters, works full-time for a large corporation, ADP as a leader project manager and manages to still have date night (when not in quarantine!). I love the practice advice that she gives in this episode about working with virtual teams, managing client expectations and using project management skills within the...
2020-04-0832 minWe Resolve to Win016. Negotiations for Wealth Building during COVID-19.In this episode, I speak on negotiating during COVID-19. Everyone appears to be in a state of flux and the more we watch the news, the worst it feels. I think now is the time to be Positive, Productive and Practical. Women do not have the luxury to sit around and wait for things to simply be okay. We have to leverage what we have in order to better ourselves, our families and our communities. The skill of negotiations will do that. Please listen to this episode and connect with me @weresolvetowin! ...
2020-04-0449 minWe Resolve to Win015. Coronavirus - trapped in the house with family...time to resolve that conflict.COVID-19 has us all in a tailspin! More cities, states and countries are taking drastic measures to mitigate large death tolls because of virus. So here we are...with our families in close quarters. Some of us are homeschooling for the first time...some of us are working remotely for the first time...some of are experiencing real life cabin fever for the first time. In this episode, I give you tips on resolving conflict with your family during this time. Where there are deep issues that require therapy, please schedule an appointment as...
2020-03-2041 minWe Resolve to Win014. 5 Relationship Lessons learned from the show Love is Blind.Love may be blind but conflict isn't. Wowzers! Conflict looks at everyone and wants a piece. In this episode, I discuss the hit show Love is Blind and five (5) relationship lessons that we all need reminders about. Did you watch the show? Did you pick up any additional lessons? Let me know!
Twitter: @loveisblindshow
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2020-03-0436 minWe Resolve to Win013. "Let me call you back." Tips and tricks to better telephone negotiations!Have you ever gotten a phone call out of the blue and wasn't prepared? She wasn't ready! Been there, done that! In this episode, I discuss several tips and tricks to help you have an effective telephone negotiations. Don't just hang up the phone next time! Remember, if you stay ready - you don't have to get ready. Let me know what you think about this week's episode!
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeResolveToWin
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2020-02-2733 min
We Resolve to Win012. Leveraging your experience to help others - a chat with Ashley Janelle.As you know, chatting with women in tech is always a wonderful thing for me. I feel that I always learn something great about them, the tech field and even myself. In this episode, I chat with Ashley Janelle as she shares her insight as a UX/UI Designer and UX Course Creator.
Connect with Ashley Janelle!
Website: Ashleyjanelle.com
IG: instagram.com/theashleyjanelle
Twitter: twitter.com/theashleyjanell
Email: ashley@ashleyjanelle.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weresolvetowin/
2020-02-1927 min
We Resolve to Win011. The conflict that people experience with diversity - a perspective with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader Kendra Thomas.Working in the workplace can raise much conflict. We experience diverse work styles, different personality types, and carry different perspectives. Diversity has become a popular (yet triggering) word for many circles but as the world continues to change, it is important that we elevate our emotional intelligence and manage ourselves appropriately. In this episode, I speak with Kendra R. Thomas, an international, award-winning Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader. She shares her perspective about her working in diverse environments and how employees can work better.
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Twitter: https...
2020-02-0537 minWe Resolve to WinPreparing for non-negotiables: the death of Kobe Bryant.I think it is safe to say that Kobe Bryant's death rocked the nation. I grew up watching (and crushing) on Kobe Bryant. I specifically remember when he took Brandi to prom. I recall when he married Vanessa and the scandal broke. And I will forever remember the gut-punching sensation I felt hearing about his death just yesterday, Sunday Jan. 26th. We cannot negotiate with death. We all have our time. In this episode, I list 3 things you should consider so that you are prepared for the non-negotiable.
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2020-01-2819 min
We Resolve to Win009. From the classroom to the corporate space - breaking through the need to manage by influence with Lauren Thomas Quigley, PhD.This week, I interview Lauren Thomas Quigley, PhD who works as an AI Education and Curriculum Lead based on Seattle, WA. Lauren managed to build a university in a corporation and on this episode, she shares how she transitioned out of academia and brought her brilliance to big tech. While she was criticized for having high standards for her work and other people's work, she still had the ability to break through many barriers. I love the advice that she gives at the end of the episode that will also help me in my career. ...
2020-01-2336 min
We Resolve to Win008. Working well - how consistent self-care will make a difference for professionals, parents and caregivers with Farah Harris, Licensed Therapist.In this week's episode, I chat with my dear friend Farah Harris, a licensed therapist based in Chicago, IL. Farah personally taught me how to better my work-life alignment during a difficult time. I firmly believe we all need better work-life alignment. When things are out of alignment, we tend to become frustrated easier, we are short in our responses and thing may escalate unnecessarily so. Farah's private Facebook group, WorkingWell Daily (https://www.facebook.com/groups/319736015193119/) has great information and tips shared by Farah and other members. Be sure to stay connected with...
2020-01-1550 min
We Resolve to Win007. Courageously creating business value and flexing their courage muscle at the intersectionality of diversity as a person in tech.Continuing with our #DiversityInTech series, I interview B. Pagels-Minor who works as a Senior Engineering Program Manager based in San Jose, CA. When B. reached out to me to chat about being diverse in tech, I jumped on the opportunity because they have held great positions in several large companies. Who else, if anyone would be able to speak to being diverse in tech than someone who has such a wonderful resume such as B.'s? Yet, when I talked to them, I learned so much about individuals that are trans/non-binary and their ability to...
2020-01-0947 minWe Resolve to Win006. 365 days with no dessert?! Assessing your goals and making SMART ones.Hi Winners! Can you believe we've made it to 2020?! I'm incredibly excited to see what this year holds. I firmly believe that despite some challenges that may come our way, 2020 will be a year to remember. In this week's episode, I share how I was successful in reaching goals in three (3) main areas. Yes, you read the title correctly - I went ONE WHOLE YEAR without dessert! I went all of 2019 with no cookies, brownies, cakes, or any desserts. Eek! I also discuss two (2) areas that I didn't do as well...
2020-01-0127 minWe Resolve to Win005. The "clap back" and the culture of conflict resolution. A frank discussion on how it impacts you.We are all impacted by culture - culture of Corporate America (if you're in it!), culture of celebrities, and even the cultures of our family, race, gender. In this solo episode, I raise the topic on how we are impacted by culture and what the culture of conflict resolution looks like. My hope is that this gives you some yummy food for thought as you enter into the new year.
Announcement: be sure to join the We Resolve to Win Facebook group as we are beginning our 2020 Negotiation Challenge on January 6th. This four-week...
2019-12-1836 min
We Resolve to Win004. Building a community as a black woman in tech, a discussion with Niesha White, UX Designer.Niesha White is a UX Designer based in Birmingham, Alabama. I connected with Niesha in a shared Facebook group titled, Sista Circle: Black Women in Tech (https://www.facebook.com/groups/scbwit/). In that group, we regularly share ideas (and yes, even struggles) on overcoming the angst of being a black woman in tech/corporate America. It is very difficult because of microagressions, being constantly disregarded, receiving passive-aggressive "support" (which often just merely a band-aid) and more often than not, being treated as "the help." Niesha shares how she is creating community
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2019-12-1135 min
We Resolve to Win003. Courageously educating on childhood sexual abuse and trauma, an interview with Starr Davis, Esq. of The Starr Institute.I had the amazing opportunity to sit down with Starr Davis of the Starr Institute to discuss how she is bravely exposing the sex trafficking market in the United States. Based in Atlanta, GA, the Starr Institute was birth in a beautiful way - Starr took her trauma of experiencing childhood sexual abuse and is heroically helping young girls who have been sexually exploited or abused, live their lives unapologetically.
Connect with Starr and the Starr Institute
Company Website: www.thestarrinstitute.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestarrinstitute/
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2019-12-0445 minWe Resolve to Win002. Let's examine six behaviors that will block your ability to communicate and resolve conflict in the future.Everyone has a voice but unfortunately, some people don't use their voice in an empowering way. Some people can often be mean, negative and create obstructions to your goal of speaking up. In this week's episode, we are going to examine and discussion certain behaviors that are inhibitors to your effective communication and conflict resolution.
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2019-11-2819 minWe Resolve to Win001. I failed at conflict resolution so you won’t have to: a look into an embarrassing situation.In this week's episode, I share an unfortunate situation where I botched an internship because I failed to speak up. About 15 years ago, I had a rare opportunity to intern at a local agency as a law student. Things happened, I blew up and I blew it. Ugh! I am also sharing three (3) lessons I learned from this situation and how you can apply them in future conflict resolutions. While I can smile about it now, I surely frowned about it then. Take a listen!
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2019-11-2116 minWe Resolve to WinTrailer - Launching We Resolve to Win, Why I Started The Podcast and MoreYour journey to speaking up more, negotiating effectively and resolving conflict in all areas of your life starts today. In this first episode, you get a quick snippet of what is to come with this podcast. Learn more about me and what We Resolve to Win is all about. I will cover:
1. Who I am, where I grew up and get a snippet into why I encourage women to speak up;
2. Why I started the We Resolve to Win Facebook group; and
3. What you can expect from this podcast, what...
2019-11-1812 min