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Nicole Bryan
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Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
112: From Hard Worker To In-Demand Leader: The Career Shift Black Women Need for Executive Roles
In this episode, Dr. Nicole breaks down the difference between hard workers and in-demand leaders, explains the psychology behind the overachiever trap for Black women, and shares the strategic positioning approach that gets you promoted in 3- 6 months instead of staying stuck for years. Learn how to shift from performance burden to positioning power, from chasing opportunities to being sought after for executive roles. Essential listening for Black women who want to become executive leaders. _________LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone you...
2025-12-10
21 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
112: From Hard Worker To In-Demand Leader: The Career Shift Black Women Need for Executive Roles
In this episode, Dr. Nicole breaks down the difference between hard workers and in-demand leaders, explains the psychology behind the overachiever trap for Black women, and shares the strategic positioning approach that gets you promoted in 3- 6 months instead of staying stuck for years. Learn how to shift from performance burden to positioning power, from chasing opportunities to being sought after for executive roles. Essential listening for Black women who want to become executive leaders. _________LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone you...
2025-12-10
21 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
108: Introvert vs Social Anxiety: The Difference Black Women Leaders Need to Know
In this conversation, Dr. Nicole emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique leadership style, whether you are an introvert or dealing with social anxiety. She explains what introversion versus social anxiety is, how to determine which impacts how you show up as a leader, and strategies to lead effectively navigating with either or both. Links mentioned in episode:Leading Her Introvert Way Episode 100Free Registration for HR Mentorship Summit - November 17-18, 2025_________LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your...
2025-11-12
34 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
108: Introvert vs Social Anxiety: The Difference Black Women Leaders Need to Know
In this conversation, Dr. Nicole emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique leadership style, whether you are an introvert or dealing with social anxiety. She explains what introversion versus social anxiety is, how to determine which impacts how you show up as a leader, and strategies to lead effectively navigating with either or both. Links mentioned in episode:Leading Her Introvert Way Episode 100Free Registration for HR Mentorship Summit - November 17-18, 2025_________LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your...
2025-11-12
34 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
105: How A Quiet & Humble Black Woman Secured Career Sponsors & Landed Her Dream Role
What if the fastest way up isn’t more grind, but stronger sponsors? Dr. Nicole sits down with “Dee,” a senior leader who left big law, taught at a university, built Title IX expertise, and then designed a role that finally aligned with her strengths and her season of life. Her story is a blueprint for anyone who’s tired of waiting to be noticed and ready to shape their next move.And if that's you too and you're tired of being the only one fighting for your career success, join the Secure Your Career Sponsor challenge. We start...
2025-10-22
55 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
105: How A Quiet & Humble Black Woman Secured Career Sponsors & Landed Her Dream Role
What if the fastest way up isn’t more grind, but stronger sponsors? Dr. Nicole sits down with “Dee,” a senior leader who left big law, taught at a university, built Title IX expertise, and then designed a role that finally aligned with her strengths and her season of life. Her story is a blueprint for anyone who’s tired of waiting to be noticed and ready to shape their next move.And if that's you too and you're tired of being the only one fighting for your career success, join the Secure Your Career Sponsor challenge. We start...
2025-10-22
55 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
100: 100 Episodes Deep - The Black Introvert Woman Stories I've Never Told You
In this milestone 100th episode, host Dr. Nicole flips the script and gets interviewed by colleague LaShaunique Plummer. With zero prep and maximum vulnerability, Nicole shares stories she's never told publicly - from being a work addict to turning down five marriage proposals, from her Caribbean roots in Brooklyn to negotiating that $500K package. This unscripted conversation reveals the real woman behind the leadership coach who's helping Black introvert women claim their seat at the executive table. Guest Interviewer: LaShaunique PlummerWebsite: https://www.balangize.com/_________
2025-09-17
49 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
100: 100 Episodes Deep - The Black Introvert Woman Stories I've Never Told You
In this milestone 100th episode, host Dr. Nicole flips the script and gets interviewed by colleague LaShaunique Plummer. With zero prep and maximum vulnerability, Nicole shares stories she's never told publicly - from being a work addict to turning down five marriage proposals, from her Caribbean roots in Brooklyn to negotiating that $500K package. This unscripted conversation reveals the real woman behind the leadership coach who's helping Black introvert women claim their seat at the executive table. Guest Interviewer: LaShaunique PlummerWebsite: https://www.balangize.com/_________
2025-09-17
49 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
92: Your Divine Assignment -Why Black Introvert Women Are Called to Step Into Authority Positions
Black introverted women have been conditioned to believe that seeking power is wrong, that humility means staying small. Drawing from psychology research on "power aversion," Dr. Nicole explains why this mindset is actually limiting your ability to create meaningful change—and costing you personally. Plus how you can make a change._______LET’S CONNECT!*Reserve your seat today for the free session July 26th: “From Invisible to Invincible: Strategies for Black Introvert Women to Get Executive Promotions in Five Months or Less.”
2025-07-23
21 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
92: Your Divine Assignment -Why Black Introvert Women Are Called to Step Into Authority Positions
Black introverted women have been conditioned to believe that seeking power is wrong, that humility means staying small. Drawing from psychology research on "power aversion," Dr. Nicole explains why this mindset is actually limiting your ability to create meaningful change—and costing you personally. Plus how you can make a change._______LET’S CONNECT!*Reserve your seat today for the free session July 26th: “From Invisible to Invincible: Strategies for Black Introvert Women to Get Executive Promotions in Five Months or Less.”
2025-07-23
21 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
91: What Black Introverted Women Gain When They Lead With Executive Power
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan challenges the narrative that Black female introverts staying out of power is noble and emphasizes the importance of redefining success, embracing responsibility, and using power strategically to create meaningful change within corporate environments. The conversation highlights the psychological barriers that prevent women from stepping into leadership roles and encourages listeners to recognize their potential to transform the establishment from within._______LET’S CONNECT!*Reserve your seat today for the free session July 26th: “From Invisible to Invincible: Strategies for...
2025-07-16
25 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
91: What Black Introverted Women Gain When They Lead With Executive Power
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan challenges the narrative that Black female introverts staying out of power is noble and emphasizes the importance of redefining success, embracing responsibility, and using power strategically to create meaningful change within corporate environments. The conversation highlights the psychological barriers that prevent women from stepping into leadership roles and encourages listeners to recognize their potential to transform the establishment from within._______LET’S CONNECT!*Reserve your seat today for the free session July 26th: “From Invisible to Invincible: Strategies for...
2025-07-16
25 min
The Black Woman's Confidant
The Quiet Disrupters: Black Introverted Women Shifting the Workplace Culture with Dr. Nicole Bryan
On this week's episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan, a certified leadership career coach, organizational consultant, and psychotherapist, joins the Black Woman's Confidant to discuss how introverted Black women are transforming the workplace culture. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Bryan, who describes her journey as from the 'Block to the Boardroom', specializes in empowering introverted women by helping them to define success on their own terms, lead with confidence, and skillfully navigate company politics. As an introvert herself, Dr. Bryan provides unique insights on leveraging introverted qualities as strengths and how you can use these qualities to maximize your income...
2025-07-02
31 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
88: Your Access To Wellbeing As A Black Introverted Career Woman
A raw and revealing conversation between two powerhouse coaches dedicated to the success of Black women leaders. In this special episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan sits down with life coach Nike Olabisi-Green to challenge the outdated notion that career advancement requires sacrificing your wellbeing.Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, expanding your leadership influence, or forging your entrepreneurial path, this conversation offers wisdom for ambitious Black women navigating success without sacrificing themselves in the process. Your leadership is needed, your leadership is powerful – but it must be sustainable to create lasting impact._________...
2025-06-25
57 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
88: Your Access To Wellbeing As A Black Introverted Career Woman
A raw and revealing conversation between two powerhouse coaches dedicated to the success of Black women leaders. In this special episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan sits down with life coach Nike Olabisi-Green to challenge the outdated notion that career advancement requires sacrificing your wellbeing.Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, expanding your leadership influence, or forging your entrepreneurial path, this conversation offers wisdom for ambitious Black women navigating success without sacrificing themselves in the process. Your leadership is needed, your leadership is powerful – but it must be sustainable to create lasting impact._________...
2025-06-25
57 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
87: Why Black Introvert Women Must Be Intentional About Building Influential Leadership Brands
In this episode, Dr. Nicole discusses the importance of building a leadership brand, particularly for black introverted women. You already have a brand whether you are aware of it or not, but being intentional about it is crucial for career advancement to senior leadership and executive positions._________LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.**Leave the podcast a 5-s...
2025-06-18
21 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
87: Why Black Introvert Women Must Be Intentional About Building Influential Leadership Brands
In this episode, Dr. Nicole discusses the importance of building a leadership brand, particularly for black introverted women. You already have a brand whether you are aware of it or not, but being intentional about it is crucial for career advancement to senior leadership and executive positions._________LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.**Leave the podcast a 5-s...
2025-06-18
21 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
84: {Listener Question}: Should I Stay In Corporate To Fight For Change or Quit To Go Somewhere Else
In this episode, Dr. Nicole explores the complex question of when to push for change and when to pivot, particularly for Black introverted women in leadership roles. She discusses the emotional and strategic factors involved in making these decisions, and gives you a framework to answer the question for yourself. ---------LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.
2025-05-28
26 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
84: {Listener Question}: Should I Stay In Corporate To Fight For Change or Quit To Go Somewhere Else
In this episode, Dr. Nicole explores the complex question of when to push for change and when to pivot, particularly for Black introverted women in leadership roles. She discusses the emotional and strategic factors involved in making these decisions, and gives you a framework to answer the question for yourself. ---------LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.
2025-05-28
26 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
83: Evolving Without Selling Out: Real Leadership Growth for Black Introverted Women
How Black introverted women can grow as leaders without compromising their authenticity. We emphasize the importance of distinguishing between genuine growth and harmful assimilation, advocating for a strategy of selective adaptation. Dr. Nicole shares personal anecdotes and client success stories to illustrate how to evolve while remaining true to oneself, and encourages listeners to define their own success on their terms.——-LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here t...
2025-05-21
19 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
83: Evolving Without Selling Out: Real Leadership Growth for Black Introverted Women
How Black introverted women can grow as leaders without compromising their authenticity. We emphasize the importance of distinguishing between genuine growth and harmful assimilation, advocating for a strategy of selective adaptation. Dr. Nicole shares personal anecdotes and client success stories to illustrate how to evolve while remaining true to oneself, and encourages listeners to define their own success on their terms.——-LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here t...
2025-05-21
19 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
82: How Introvert Black Women Can Get And Use Power & Influence At Work (Part 2)
In this episode, Dr. Nicole discusses the importance of change and leadership for black introverted women. She emphasizes the power of presence and the ability to create meaningful change from any position within an organization. The conversation covers strategic influence, the significance of becoming a decision maker, and the barriers faced by black women in leadership roles. Dr. Nicole provides practical steps for creating a personal roadmap for change and highlights the collective impact of individual actions.——-LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increa...
2025-05-14
38 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
82: How Introvert Black Women Can Get And Use Power & Influence At Work (Part 2)
In this episode, Dr. Nicole discusses the importance of change and leadership for black introverted women. She emphasizes the power of presence and the ability to create meaningful change from any position within an organization. The conversation covers strategic influence, the significance of becoming a decision maker, and the barriers faced by black women in leadership roles. Dr. Nicole provides practical steps for creating a personal roadmap for change and highlights the collective impact of individual actions.——-LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increa...
2025-05-14
38 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
80: Don't Pass the Mic: How Introverted Leaders Can Command an Audience
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan and public speaking coach Sammy Herrera discuss the art of public speaking for introverted leaders. They explore the unique challenges faced by introverted women in leadership roles and provide practical strategies to enhance public speaking skills. ——-LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.**Leave the podcast a 5-sta...
2025-04-30
52 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
80: Don't Pass the Mic: How Introverted Leaders Can Command an Audience
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan and public speaking coach Sammy Herrera discuss the art of public speaking for introverted leaders. They explore the unique challenges faced by introverted women in leadership roles and provide practical strategies to enhance public speaking skills. ——-LET’S CONNECT!* Work with me 1:1 to land your executive promotion, increase your impact, hone your executive presence and increase your salary by $50-100k. Book your call here to get your Elite Executive Experience.**Leave the podcast a 5-sta...
2025-04-30
52 min
Leading Her Introvert Way: Conversations about executive leadership, career growth, business and mindset for mid-life Black women.
79: The Quiet Climb: How Three Black Introverted Women Reached Executive Roles
In this episode, Dr. Nicole Bryan shares transformative stories of three Black introverted women who successfully navigated their careers to secure executive roles. Through strategic visibility, sponsorship, and self-discovery, these women overcame barriers and self-doubt, demonstrating that introversion can be an asset in leadership. The episode emphasizes the importance of leveraging one's strengths and changing the narrative around career advancement for Black women.______LET’S CONNECT!* Ready to implement these strategies? Join my free webinar on April 12th, From Invisible to Incredible: Strategies For Black Introverted Women To Get An Ex...
2025-04-23
20 min