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Leadership Beyond the TitleHow to Let Go of the Past Year and Start Fresh in 2026 | Ep #54🎙️ Welcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title Podcast! 📜 Summary If you've been saying "new year, new me"…but still feel like you're carrying the emotional, financial, and spiritual leftovers of 2025 into the new year, this episode is your invitation to finally put those bags down. In this reflective solo episode, I share how I've been navigating one of the hardest years of my life — grief, transition, layoffs, DEI rollbacks, political tension, burnout, and the quiet pressure to hold it all together. And I walk you through the four powerful practices I'm using to create a tru...
2025-12-3146 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEmbracing the Cringe in Your Leadership — And Why It Changes Everything w/Cat Del Carmen | Ep #53🎙️ Welcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title Podcast! 📜 Summary If you've ever felt like you needed permission to show up fully as yourself — or like leadership required perfection, polish, and playing it safe — this episode will feel like a deep exhale. In this conversation with business coach Catalina Del Carmen, we explore what it really means to embrace the cringe in your leadership — the awkwardness, the vulnerability, the moments where you're unsure how you'll be received — and why those moments are often the gateway to authenticity, impact, and visibility. Cat shares how creating con...
2025-12-2555 minLeadership Beyond the TitleYour Biggest Problem is Thinking You Just Have to Work Hard | Ep#52Welcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title Podcast! 📜 Summary If you're doing everything right at work — showing up, delivering high-quality work, being dependable — and your career still isn't moving forward, this episode is for you. In this episode, I break down why hard work alone stops driving career growth at a certain level, especially for women of color who were taught that reliability and execution would naturally lead to advancement. I explore how our conditioning — from school systems to early career experiences — trained us to believe that effort equals reward, and why that belief start...
2025-12-1844 minLeadership Beyond the TitleThe GENIUS Way to Network as an Introvert | Ep #51 Welcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title Podcast! 📜 Summary If you find networking daunting as an introvert, this episode is a game-changer. Dive into tried-and-true strategies that don't require you to change who you are. Learn how mindset shifts and practical actions can help you build genuine relationships and open doors in your career. Discover the 2-2-2 method for effective follow-ups, leveraging extroverted connections, and more. Embrace your unique networking strengths and turn what once felt like a chore into a rewarding journey. 📖 Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Networking for Introverts 00:59 Personal Struggles with Networking 02:41 Shifting the Mindset: Networking as Relationship Building 04:34 Embodying th...
2025-12-1143 minLeadership Beyond the TitleHow I Turned a Career-Threatening Moment Into Executive Support — And How You Can Too | Ep#50Welcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title! Today's episode walks you through one of the most pivotal moments of my career — a moment that could have damaged my reputation, limited my opportunities, and changed the trajectory of my work… if I didn't intervene. If you've ever worried about what a senior leader thinks of you, felt misjudged by someone with power, or wondered how to advocate for yourself without burning bridges — this episode is your roadmap. Inside this episode, you'll learn: ✨ The exact moment a senior leader questioned my competence — and why I refu...
2025-12-0539 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #49: Why Trying To Do It Alone Is Costing You PromotionsWelcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title! Today's episode tackles one of the most overlooked career roadblocks: Trying to lead, grow, and navigate your career alone. We're in a moment where leaders are more isolated than ever — and it's costing people promotions, visibility, and opportunities they're fully qualified for. Inside this episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why going alone slows your career progression ✨ How leadership isolation has skyrocketed post-pandemic ✨ Why job searches are longer & more competitive ✨ Why people with coaching recover from layoffs 2–3x faster ✨ How community a...
2025-11-2817 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #48: Networking for Introverts: The 10-Minute-a-Day PlaybookWelcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title! Today's episode is for every introverted leader, quiet high achiever, and thoughtful professional who has ever said: "I hate networking… but I know I need to be more visible." Here's the good news: You don't need to be loud, extroverted, or social all day to build powerful relationships. You just need a strategy — especially in today's workplace. Inside this episode, you'll learn: ✨ How to build visibility without posting constantly ✨ Why 75%+ of roles are filled...
2025-11-2715 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #47: The 30-Minute Weekly Routine That Turned My Career into a 6-Figure TrackWelcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title! Today's episode breaks down the exact routine that transformed my career — even during one of the hardest seasons of my life. If you're juggling a lot, feeling overwhelmed, or trying to figure out how to lead in a chaotic workplace, this routine will change everything. Inside this episode, you'll learn: ✨ The 30-minute weekly system that kept me grounded as a single mom, caregiving for my mom, and earning coaching certifications ✨ Why burnout is skyrocketing (and why it's not your fau...
2025-11-2615 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #46: How to Get on Your Executive's Radar in 7 Days (Without Being Loud or Fake)Welcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title! In today's episode, we're breaking down how to stay visible in hybrid and remote workplaces — especially when hallway visibility is gone and leaders are overwhelmed. If you've ever wondered how to be seen, heard, and remembered by your executives without being loud or pretending to be someone you're not… this episode is for you. You'll learn: ✨ Why hybrid work erased natural visibility ✨ Why introverts are rising as standout leaders ✨ What executives actually pay attention to now ✨ How...
2025-11-2516 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp# 45: Stop Chasing Titles: Do this to be seen as a leader right nowWelcome back to Leadership Beyond the Title! In today's episode, we're talking about a hard truth in today's workplace: If you're waiting for a title to prove you're a leader… you're already behind. Leadership has officially shifted — and influence moves faster than job descriptions. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why the traditional career ladder is disappearing ✨ Why companies promote behaviors, not job titles ✨ What Gen Z & Millennials expect from leaders today ✨ How to stand out in a slow job market ...
2025-11-2419 min
Show Up RealHow TaSheena Braxton Turned Real-Life Experience into a Coaching CareerIn this episode, TaSheena Braxton talks about her path from growing up as the oldest of six in San Francisco to building a coaching business grounded in her real-life experience.
We cover the leadership skills she learned early on, the impact of her education and corporate roles, and the challenges she navigated along the way. TaSheena explains how authenticity, relationship-building, and her personal story have shaped her work and helped her grow her business.
She also shares her approach to networking, creating content, and showing up in professional spaces without losing who she is. This...
2025-11-1352 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #44: The Power of the Pivot: Why Every Leader Needs to Learn This Skill with LaShaunique Plummer, HR Mentor📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton and LaShaunique Plummer discuss the importance of leadership beyond formal titles, the journey of career pivots, and the significance of networking and personal development. LaShaunique shares her own career transition from procurement to HR and then to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need to navigate fear and embrace change. The conversation highlights practical steps for pivoting, the importance of relationships, and the necessity of adapting to the evolving job market. They also introduce an upcoming summit focused on power skills for career growth. 💎 Gems Career...
2025-11-1248 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #43 Becoming the Leader I Needed: Birthday Reflections from Year One📜 Summary In this special episode, I'm celebrating my 44th birthday and one full year of Leadership Beyond the Title. I'm sharing the five biggest lessons that have shaped my leadership this year—how I learned to release judgment, do the inner work, lead my thoughts, stay consistent when no one's watching, and speak the truth even when it's hard. If you've ever wondered what it looks like to grow in public, this one's for you. 💎 Gems Leadership isn't about titles; it's about self-leadership. Self-judgment can hinder progress and authenticity. Real leadership starts with internal...
2025-10-1821 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #42 How to Lead Without Letting Ego Take Over📜 Summary In this conversation, TaSheena Braxton explores the intricate relationship between ego and leadership. She shares her personal journey of understanding how ego can hinder authentic leadership and emphasizes the importance of shifting from an ego-driven approach to a service-oriented leadership style. Through insights and practical advice, she encourages leaders to embrace vulnerability, redefine their beliefs about leadership, and prioritize the well-being of their teams over personal validation. 💎 Gems Ego can hinder authentic leadership. Leadership should focus on serving others. Mistakes are part of the learning process. Women in leadership face unique challenges. Visibi...
2025-10-1541 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #41 How To Embrace A CEO Mindset in Your Career📜 Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton reflects on her journey as a new entrepreneur and the significant mindset shifts that have influenced her leadership style. She emphasizes the importance of owning one's space in a career, taking initiative without waiting for permission, and operating with a CEO mindset. TaSheena shares personal experiences and insights on how to lead effectively, especially as a woman of color, and encourages listeners to fully commit to their roles and recognize their worth. 💎 Gems Success isn't just about strategy; mindset plays a crucial role. You cannot be halfway in; fu...
2025-10-0820 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #40 Leading Smarter: Knowing When It's a Strategy Problem… and When It's a System Problem📜 Summary In this conversation, TaSheena Braxton discusses the critical distinction between strategy and system within organizational contexts. Drawing from her experiences as a coach, she emphasizes the importance of understanding when a team needs a strategic direction versus when they need to focus on improving their systems. Through various examples and insights, she provides listeners with a framework to identify and address these issues effectively, ensuring that teams do not waste time on the wrong problems. 💎 Gems Understanding the difference between strategy and system is crucial for leaders. Strategy involves making choices that positi...
2025-10-0223 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #39 The Power of D.I.V.E.R.S.E Self-Care with Rita-Soledad Fernández Paulino (Soledad)📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton interviews Rita-Soledad Fernández Paulino (Soledad), a money and self-care coach. They discuss the importance of diverse self-care practices in achieving financial wellness and emotional well-being. Soledad shares their journey from being a public school teacher to a self-care coach, emphasizing the need for intentionality in self-care. The conversation explores how self-care can be integrated into team dynamics and the role of leadership in fostering a culture of wellness. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize restorative practices and community support as essential components of their self-care journey.
2025-09-2448 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #38 Meeting Myself Again After Corporate with Mafe Salazar📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton interviews Mafe, a podcast manager and former accountant, who shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Mafe discusses her desire for freedom, the challenges of navigating corporate spaces as a woman of color, and the importance of understanding one's value. She reflects on her immigrant experience and how it has shaped her perspective, emphasizing the need to run towards one's true self and aspirations. The conversation concludes with insights on leadership beyond traditional titles and the significance of self-awareness in leading others. 💎 Takeaw...
2025-09-1729 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #37 The Mistake Cycle: Helping You To Recover & Reframe Mistakes in your Career📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton explores the fear of making mistakes in leadership, particularly for marginalized individuals. She discusses how perfectionism and societal pressures can hinder growth and innovation. By reframing mistakes as experiments, leaders can foster a culture of psychological safety and engagement. TaSheena introduces the 'Mistake Cycle,' a six-step process to navigate mistakes effectively, emphasizing the importance of reflection and recovery in personal and professional development. 💎 Gems Leadership goes beyond titles and metrics. Fear of mistakes can stifle creativity and risk-taking. Perfectionism is often l...
2025-08-2734 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #36 Why Your Team Needs A Detox📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton explores the concept of team detox, emphasizing the importance of clearing old habits and unspoken rules that hinder team performance. She discusses how misalignment and unclear goals contribute to project failures and disengagement, and offers practical strategies for fostering alignment, establishing clear outcomes, and implementing regular retrospectives to enhance team dynamics and productivity. 💎 Gems Most teams fail due to unresolved buildup. Teams need regular detoxes to clear old habits. Misalignment accounts for 70% of project failures. Disengaged employees cost organizations significantly. Team culture...
2025-08-2031 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #35 Stop Telling Your Team to Trust You—Earn It Instead📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton explores the critical role of trust in leadership. She emphasizes that trust is not merely about words but is built through consistent actions and creating safe environments for team members. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding cultural and power dynamics, making implicit expectations explicit, and practicing trust daily. TaSheena provides actionable insights for leaders to foster trust within their teams, highlighting that true leadership goes beyond titles and is rooted in genuine relationships and values. 💎 Gems Trust is built from li...
2025-08-1329 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #34 Stop Trying to Fix Decision-Making With Frameworks📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton explores the complexities of decision-making within teams, emphasizing that the root issues often lie in identity, trust, and power dynamics rather than merely in frameworks or processes. She discusses the importance of understanding the psychological safety of team environments and how biases can affect decision-making authority. TaSheena encourages leaders to reflect on their assumptions about decision-making and to foster a culture of learning and trust to enhance team effectiveness. 💎 Gems Embracing change is crucial for personal identity. Teams often struggle with decision...
2025-08-0728 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #33 The Leadership Skill No One Talks About: Letting Go📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton shares her personal journey of navigating change and the importance of letting go as a leadership skill. She reflects on her experiences as a mother, the challenges of allowing her children to grow and make their own decisions, and how these moments have shaped her understanding of trust and resilience in leadership. TaSheena emphasizes that true leadership involves releasing control and trusting the process, allowing for personal growth and the development of those we lead. The episode encourages listeners to identify what they need to let go...
2025-06-1832 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #32 Build Your Relationship Capital for Career Growth📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of visibility and relationships for women of color in leadership roles. She emphasizes that hard work alone is not sufficient for career advancement and that building relationship capital through meaningful relationships is crucial. The episode explores the concept of relationship capital, the significance of trust and communication, and introduces the 'relationship triangle' consisting of mentors, sponsors, and peers. TaSheena provides actionable steps for listeners to enhance their networking skills and build valuable connections in their professional lives. 💎 Gems Working...
2025-06-1130 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #31 How to Effectively Communicate Your Impact At Work📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges women of color face in the workplace, particularly regarding recognition and communication of their impact. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling as a leadership tool and introduces her Storytelling for Impact Framework, which provides a structured approach to effectively communicate one's contributions and experiences. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to reflect on their own stories and how they can articulate their value in professional settings. 💎 Gems Effective communication is crucial in meetings with senior...
2025-06-0438 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #30 How To Grow Your Leadership as a Mentor📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton explores the concept of leadership beyond traditional titles and promotions, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes that leadership is not solely about climbing the corporate ladder but can also be expressed through mentorship and influence. TaSheena shares personal experiences and practical strategies for stepping into leadership roles without formal titles, highlighting the importance of visibility, mentorship, and being proactive in seeking opportunities to lead and support others. 💎 Gems Leadership is not just about promotions or titles. Women of color often f...
2025-05-2125 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #29 BONUS: MIC DROP - How To Get More Done Without Working Overtime📜 Summary In this episode of Mic Drop, TaSheena Braxton shares powerful leadership lessons aimed at women of color, focusing on how to achieve more without working overtime. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing tasks, effective time management, and the necessity of recovery time to maintain productivity and well-being. TaSheena encourages listeners to set clear boundaries and communicate effectively to avoid burnout and lead authentically. 💎 Gems Do less better; not everything deserves your full energy. Focus on the top three priorities each day. Time block to group similar tasks together. S...
2025-05-1407 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #28 BONUS: MIC DROP - How To Bounce Back After A Layoff📜 Summary In this episode of Mic Drops, TaSheena Braxton shares her personal experience with layoffs and offers practical advice on how to navigate the emotional and professional challenges that come with it. She emphasizes the importance of pausing to process feelings, reshaping one's narrative, reconnecting with networks, and creating a structured bounce back plan. The conversation is a powerful reminder that layoffs can serve as pivotal moments for personal growth and new opportunities. 💎 Gems It's normal to feel shocked and angry after a layoff. Layoffs are about systems, not personal worth.
2025-05-1407 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #27 BONUS: MIC DROP - The Leadership Trends Holding You Back📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses leadership trends that hinder growth and effectiveness. She emphasizes the drawbacks of multitasking, the importance of setting boundaries, the power of authenticity, and the misconception that more certifications equate to greater credibility. TaSheena encourages leaders to embrace their true selves and focus on what truly matters in their leadership journey. 💎 Gems Multitasking leads to burnout, not productivity. Being constantly available erodes trust and boundaries. Authenticity fosters psychological safety in teams. Perfectionism creates anxiety and hinders real connect...
2025-05-1408 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #26 BONUS: MIC DROP - 4 Things You Should Always Be Sharing WIth Your Team As A Leader📜 Summary In this episode of Mic Drop, TaSheena Braxton emphasizes the importance of transparent communication in leadership. She outlines key elements that leaders should consistently share with their teams, including the vision, changes, successes, and their own work. By doing so, leaders can foster trust, engagement, and a sense of connection within their teams. TaSheena advocates for a leadership style that is approachable and relatable, encouraging leaders to model the behavior they wish to see in their teams. 💎 Gems Leaders must share the vision early and often. Transparency builds trust and red...
2025-05-1407 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #25 BONUS: MIC DROP - 6 Proven Tactics to Showcase your Skills📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton shares six effective strategies for showcasing your skills at work without coming across as boastful. She emphasizes the importance of tracking and sharing wins, engaging in meetings, leading initiatives, mentoring others, communicating ongoing projects, and making work visible. These strategies aim to help individuals advocate for themselves and enhance their professional visibility, ultimately leading to greater recognition and opportunities. 💎 Gems You are likely doing amazing work, but it may go unnoticed. Being humble does not mean being invisible. Track a...
2025-05-1409 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #24: How to Build your Skills and Capabilities (when your boss isn't helping you)📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles, particularly when support from management is lacking. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, creating personal development plans, and utilizing current job roles as opportunities for growth. TaSheena encourages listeners to build their own support networks and take charge of their career paths without waiting for permission from others. 💎 Gems Women of color often face barriers in leadership roles. Self-advocacy is crucial for career growth. Waiting for management support is not a s...
2025-05-0720 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #23 - 3 Simple Things to Do When Starting a New Job, Role, or Opportunity📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses strategies for starting a new job or role effectively. She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions, building relationships, and establishing boundaries to ensure success and personal growth in the workplace. TaSheena shares her personal experiences as an introvert and offers practical advice for navigating new environments while maintaining authenticity and leadership. 💎 Gems You have full control over your career trajectory. Building relationships should start on day one. Setting boundaries is crucial to avoid burnout. Mistakes are part of the learning process...
2025-04-3019 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #22 - Reclaim Your Career after a Layoff📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles, particularly during layoffs and job transitions. She shares her personal experiences with layoffs and introduces her new program, Reclaim, designed to support women of color navigating these difficult times. The program focuses on both emotional and practical aspects of job transitions, including financial triage, personal narratives, and networking strategies. 💎 Gems Layoffs can be a catalyst for personal growth and opportunity. Emotional well-being is crucial during job transitions Financial triage helps prioritize essent...
2025-04-1626 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #21 - 5 Lessons I Learned From Being Laid Off📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton shares her personal journey of navigating job loss and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. She discusses the lessons learned from her experience, emphasizing the inevitability of change, the importance of self-trust, and the realization that support may come from unexpected places. TaSheena encourages listeners to embrace their purpose and understand that losing a job does not define their worth or skills. The episode serves as a motivational guide for those facing similar challenges, reminding them that they have the power to shape their future. 💎...
2025-04-0333 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #20 - Reclaim Your Time with the Time Budget Method📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the unique challenges women of color face in managing their time effectively. She introduces her Time Budget Method, which aims to help individuals take control of their schedules and prioritize their commitments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, understanding personal values, and implementing practical strategies to reclaim time and enhance productivity. 💎 Gems Women of color experience unpredictability in work schedules 18% more than their counterparts. Unpaid labor for family care adds significant time constraints. Traditional time management methods often react to extern...
2025-03-2633 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #19 - How To Navigate Getting Laid Off📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena discusses the challenges and emotional impact of layoffs, particularly for women of color. She shares her personal experiences of being laid off twice and offers practical advice on how to navigate the aftermath, including taking time to process emotions, creating a clear action plan, and leveraging support networks. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-empowerment and taking control of one's career path after experiencing job loss. 💎 Gems Experiencing layoffs can significantly impact identity and confidence. It's essential to process emotions after a l...
2025-03-1931 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #18 - The Tool To Evaluate Yourself When Feedback is Missing or Vague📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of feedback for women of color in leadership roles. She emphasizes the need for self-evaluation and introduces the concept of retrospectives as a tool for personal and professional growth. By proactively assessing their performance, listeners can gain valuable insights and advocate for themselves in their careers. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to implement these strategies and take charge of their leadership journey. 💎 Gems Feedback is crucial for career progression. Women of color often lack th...
2025-03-1215 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #17 The Power of Having A Career Niche📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of finding your career niche, especially in the context of navigating layoffs and career transitions. She shares her personal experiences with being laid off and how she prepared for her career shifts. TaSheena emphasizes the universal challenges many face in their careers, such as questioning self-worth and seeking permission, and how identifying a career niche can help individuals stand out and build a personal brand. She concludes with actionable homework for listeners to discover their own career niches. 💎 Gems Car...
2025-02-2620 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #16 - How To Grow Your Leader Capacity📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the concept of leadership capacity, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and expanding one's capacity to lead effectively. She shares personal experiences and practical strategies for avoiding burnout, making strategic decisions, and delegating tasks. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care and setting boundaries to enhance leadership effectiveness, particularly for women of color. 💎💎 Gems Leadership capacity is about mental and emotional bandwidth. You need to create space to handle more responsibilities. Burnout often results from exceeding your leadership capacity. Delegation is crucial fo...
2025-02-2030 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #15: The 3 Stories Every Leader Needs To Know How To Tell📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton emphasizes the importance of storytelling for leaders. She discusses how effective storytelling can build trust, inspire action, and create a shared language among teams. TaSheena outlines three essential types of stories every leader should master: the identity story, the transformation story, and the future story. Each story serves a unique purpose in establishing a leader's brand, showcasing their impact, and painting a vision for the future. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to reflect on and practice their own stories.
2025-02-0530 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #14: 3 Steps To Grow Your Network As An Introvert📜 Summary In this conversation, TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges introverts face in networking and offers practical steps to grow their professional networks. She emphasizes the importance of reframing networking as community building, setting boundaries, and focusing on quality connections. TaSheena shares her personal experiences and insights, encouraging introverts to embrace their strengths and approach networking authentically. 💎💎 Gems Introversion can be a strength in networking. Networking is essential for career advancement. Independence can hinder professional growth. Reframing networking as community building can reduce anxiety. Setting boundaries is crucial for introverts. Quality connections are more valuable than quan...
2025-01-3024 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #13: How To Grow Your Network To Advance Your Career📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of community and networking for women of color in advancing their careers. She shares her personal journey from an entry-level position to a six-figure salary, emphasizing the role of mentors and sponsors. The conversation highlights the unique challenges faced by women of color in corporate environments and offers practical strategies for building authentic relationships that can lead to career growth and empowerment. 💎💎 Gems Community is essential for career advancement. You are the average of the five people you spend time with. Suc...
2025-01-2222 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #12: The Key To Achieving Your Goals📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of decision-making in achieving goals, especially for women of color. She emphasizes the need to set clear goals, write them down, and create systems to ensure accountability and success. The conversation explores the challenges faced at the beginning of the year and offers practical advice on how to maintain momentum and commitment towards personal and professional aspirations. 💎💎 Gems Setting goals is crucial for personal growth. Decision-making is the key to achieving goals. Writing down goals helps in accountability. Creating systems is essent...
2025-01-1521 minLeadership Beyond the Title[BONUS] Ep #11: Build your Leader Roadmap with the AAA Formula📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of creating a leader roadmap for career advancement, particularly for women of color. She introduces the AAA formula—Anchor, Align, Activate—as a strategic approach to career development. The episode emphasizes the significance of understanding personal goals, aligning skills with opportunities, and building a supportive network, including an executive board. TaSheena also highlights the necessity of engaging with leadership to navigate career challenges effectively. 💎💎 Gems Disrupting the industry standard of leadership titles. Creating a clear leader roadmap is essential for...
2024-12-2320 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #10: Get Clarity In Your Career With Leadership Pillars📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of taking intentional action in one's career, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes the need for clarity and specificity in career goals and introduces the concept of leadership pillars, which consist of strengths, passions, tangible skills, experiences, and networking. By identifying these pillars, individuals can create a roadmap for their career, moving from a reactive to a proactive approach in creating opportunities and achieving success. 💎💎 Gems We are all gifted and talented individuals. Faith must be accompanied by action to...
2024-12-1833 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #9: How To Manage Your Time And Be More Productive📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of time management, emphasizing that it is more about life management. She shares personal experiences and insights on the challenges of managing time effectively, especially during busy periods like the holidays. The conversation covers the impact of distractions, the myth of multitasking, and the significance of self-discipline. TaSheena provides practical strategies for improving time management, including conducting a time study, setting boundaries, and focusing on what truly matters. The episode concludes with a reminder to give oneself grace in the journey of personal and...
2024-12-1125 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #8: How To Be A Strategic Leader📜 Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the significance of strategic leadership, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes that strategic thinking is a critical skill necessary for career advancement and dispels the myth that individuals are not inherently strategic. TaSheena shares her personal journey and outlines a four-step process to help listeners become more strategic leaders, focusing on awareness of opportunities, seeking mentorship, clear communication of goals, and asking for help. The conversation highlights the importance of intentionality in building a career roadmap and the need for representation and support in leadership roles. 💎💎...
2024-12-0428 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #7: Rest as a Self-Care Practice📜 Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the critical importance of self-care, especially for women of color, who often juggle multiple responsibilities and face societal pressures to perform. She emphasizes the need to prioritize rest and mental well-being, challenges the grind culture that glorifies constant work, and offers practical strategies for incorporating rest into daily life. Through personal anecdotes and insights, TaSheena encourages listeners to recognize their worth and the necessity of self-care in achieving their goals. 💎💎 Gems Self-care is essential for mental and physical health. Women often feel pressured to care for others at the ex...
2024-11-2832 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #6: How To Find Gratitude In Rejection📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton reflects on the emotional aftermath of the recent U.S. election results, expressing feelings of devastation and the challenge of finding gratitude in difficult times. She discusses the importance of resilience, particularly for women of color, and shares personal anecdotes about navigating rejection in professional spaces. TaSheena emphasizes the power of gratitude as a tool for reframing rejection and offers practical strategies for maintaining wellbeing and building resilience. The conversation highlights the significance of community support, authenticity, and personal growth in overcoming challenges. 💎...
2024-11-0654 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #5: It's not Imposter Syndrome. It's Imposter Treatment📜 Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the concept of imposter syndrome, particularly as it affects women of color. She argues that imposter syndrome is often misdiagnosed and instead reframes it as 'imposter treatment,' which reflects the societal and systemic issues that contribute to feelings of inadequacy. TaSheena emphasizes the importance of recognizing external factors that influence self-perception and encourages listeners to reclaim their worth and identity. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she provides strategies for empowerment and self-affirmation, urging women of color to challenge societal norms and embrace their rightful place in leadership roles. ...
2024-10-3036 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #4: How Rejection Can Be a Catalyst for Personal & Professional Growth📜 Summary In this episode of the Leadership Beyond the Title podcast, TaSheena Braxton discusses the pervasive fear of rejection and its impact on personal and professional growth. She emphasizes the importance of overcoming this fear to seize opportunities, build authentic connections, and embrace vulnerability. Through personal anecdotes and client stories, TaSheena illustrates how rejection can serve as a catalyst for growth and learning, encouraging listeners to recognize their unique experiences as strengths. The conversation also highlights the significance of understanding one's roots and wings in navigating challenges and advancing in leadership roles. 💎💎 Gems Fear o...
2024-10-2341 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #3: Why you need to stop focusing on Executive Presence & Build your Thought Leadership instead📜 Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the stagnation of workplace systems and the concept of executive presence, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes the importance of thought leadership as a means to drive change and leverage personal experiences for professional growth. Through examples from nature and her own experiences, she advocates for flexibility and authenticity in leadership roles, challenging the traditional notions of executive presence that often exclude diverse voices. 💎💎 Gems Workplace systems have not evolved significantly over the years. Sticking to the status quo can leave organizations vulnerable. Executive presence i...
2024-10-1823 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp #2: 3 Strategies to Move From the Entry Level to the Next Level in your Career📜 Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges faced by women of color in entry-level positions and provides actionable strategies for career advancement. She highlights the systemic barriers that contribute to under-representation in leadership roles and shares her personal experiences transitioning from an administrative role to a director position. The episode emphasizes the importance of networking, creating a career roadmap, and taking proactive steps to implement plans for professional growth. 💎💎 Gems There is a lack of resources for entry-level professionals. Women of color face unique challenges in corporate America. Networking is crucial for career ad...
2024-10-1840 minLeadership Beyond the TitleEp # 1: My Journey of Identity and Leadership📜 Summary In this inaugural episode of 'Leadership Beyond the Title', TaSheena Braxton shares her personal journey of resilience, leadership, and the lessons learned through significant life experiences, including the loss of her mother and her journey as a domestic violence survivor. She emphasizes the importance of leading without a title, embracing vulnerability, and the necessity of preparation and patience in achieving one's goals. The podcast aims to empower listeners to recognize their own leadership potential and navigate life's challenges with courage and authenticity. 💎💎 Gems The podcast is a celebration of life and leadership...
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The UpLevel PodcastUnleashing the Power of Diversity: A Holistic Approach for an Inclusive Workplace - TaShenna BraxtonSend us a textIn a world filled with societal expectations and limitations, TaShenna Braxton's story is a testament to resilience and the power of choice. She’s making a tangible difference in modern workplaces. Do you want to create a workplace culture where diversity thrives, inclusion is at the core, and employees feel empowered? Does this sound familiar? You've been told to implement diversity and inclusion initiatives, but you're not seeing the desired results in your workplace. The pain of ineffective actions leaves you yearning for a more holistic approach that fosters a diverse, inc...
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