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Leadership Beyond the TitleThe 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 TitleBuild 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 TitleHow 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 TitleHow 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 TitleBONUS: 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 TitleBONUS: 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 TitleBONUS: 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 TitleBONUS: 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 TitleBONUS: 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...2024-10-1845 minLeadership Beyond the TitleWelcome TrailerWelcome to my Podcast!2024-10-0601 min
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...2023-07-2645 min