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Convicted to GrowConvicted to GrowBalancing Corporate With Entrepreneurial Success w/ Tareka Wheeler - Ep. 34Send us a textMeet Tareka Wheeler, a career growth and mindset strategist. She discuss the journey of balancing her corporate career with entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of work-life harmony and strategic planning. Tareka shares her experiences of transitioning from a toxic work environment to a fulfilling career in government contracting while building her consulting business. She shares the importance of investing in oneself, the challenges faced by working parents, and it's ok to balance career and entrepreneurship. Follow Tareka on IG at https://www.instagram.com/iamtarekawheeler/Tareka's website - https://twstrategicsolutions...2024-09-2758 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Start Building Your Personal Brand - EP. 94Your personal brand is the foundation of your career. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler, explores the art of personal branding and provides practical insights on how to unleash your unique identity to create a powerful personal brand. You will discover the importance of knowing your values, strengths, and passions to differentiate yourself in today's competitive workplace. Tareka explores the importance of crafting a compelling brand story, building an online presence, and amplifying your brand through strategic networking. Tune in to gain the knowledge and inspiration to start developing your personal brand and unlock new career opportunities. 2023-06-2533 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastGet It Together: Strategies to Increase Productivity and Organization at Work - EP.94It's time to stop normalizing organized chaos! There is no such think. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler is helping to pull it together so you can increase your productivity and get organized at work. There is nothing worse than working hard and feeling like you didn't get anything done, or not being able to find that one file you need for hours because your desk is a mess. Tareka is providing you with strategies to help you be more productive and learn how to be a little more organized so you can move forward and upward in...2023-06-1829 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Stop Guessing and Start Being Strategic About Your Career - EP. 93As a kid, playing the guessing game was always fun. However, as a professional guessing about your next move, promotion, or opportunity is not fun at all. During this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler is sharing several strategies to help you stop guessing about what's next in your career. When you start being strategic, it opens up a world of opportunities, and allows to own and drive your career journey. Tune in to this episode if you are ready to get strategic about your career and to finally start seeing the advancement you desire. ...2023-06-1231 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA Podcast5 Things Holding You Back In Your Career - EP. 92Sometimes it's not them! As a professional, you can hold yourself back if you're not careful. Taking responsibility for your career is a must. This means you have to have a great sense of self awareness so you can recognize when you might be getting in your own way. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler is sharing five things you might be doing that's holding you back in your career. Everyone want to achieve success. The problem is that not everyone knows how to actually achieve their desired success. Tareka is breaking down five show stoppers that you...2023-06-0426 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Tackle Difficult Conversations in The Workplace - EP. 91If you’re gearing up for a conversation you’ve labeled “difficult,” you’re more likely to feel nervous and upset about it beforehand. During this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler provides you with three key strategies that you can start using today to tackle or prevent difficult conversations. Whether it’s about performance, workplace conflict, sharing negative feedback, or discussing personal issues, being able to address sensitive subjects is an essential part of becoming leader, or just being a contributing professional. Difficult conversations are inevitable. Tune in to this episode to add a few additional tools in your toolbox to t...2023-05-2830 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastMaking a Strategic Pause For a Better Start - EP. 90Taking a pause is different from stopping. Sometimes you need to take a strategic pause to rethink, refresh, and to get a fresh start at working towards your future. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler will share why it's important for you to take a pause, and the benefits it will have on your career. The constant grind with no rest can actually be detrimental to your career and your overall wellbeing. This episode is for every high-achiever and high-performer! Tune in today. EPISODE RESOURCES: - Visit www.theprofessionaldnapodcast.com  ...2023-05-2221 minSuccess with SanenessSuccess with SanenessEpisode 11: Empowering Your Authentic Self w/ Tareka WheelerWelcome to Success with Saneness. This series is your bi-weekly dose of solution-inspired stories to support high-performing women in maintaining their well-being. Your host, Miara Shaw, also known as ‘Maven’ Miara, is a life and business strategist, executive coach, and sought-after transformational speaker. She offers targeted leadership development for minority executives and small business CEOs. She also supports emerging leaders in cultivating confidence and creating their Balanced Rhythm™ (work-life harmony). Before starting her business, Maven Miara worked for 25+ years as a no-nonsense, high-powered energy trader at some of the nation’s largest oil companies. ...2023-05-1846 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Start Using Your Achievements as the Data You Need to Succeed - EP 89Did you know that data reigns supreme? This is especially true in your career. Using achievements as data can be a powerful way for you to advance in your careers. By leveraging your accomplishments and quantifying their impact, you can demonstrate your value and competency to employers, clients, or colleagues. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler will share some steps to help you start using your achievements as data to advance in your careers. By transforming your accomplishments into quantifiable results and providing supporting evidence, you can showcase your expertise, stand out from the competition, and advance in...2023-05-0722 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Stop Hiding and Start Shining in Your Career - Ep. 88If you are invisible how can they promote you? As a high-achieving professional, you must bring your expertise and skills into plain sight. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler will share four strategies you can start using today to stop hiding and to start shining in your career. It's important for the right people to see and hear you, but how? Tareka will share ways you will be able to quickly and consistently show up in multiple areas of your career. By learning and implementing these strategies, you will position yourself for advancement in your career so that...2023-04-3024 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow To Improve Your Health and Achieve Success By Changing Your Thinking With Dr. Philippe Douyon_Ep. 87Your mind is like a super computer. It serves as a central command center for every single thing that you do each day. When you have positive thinking, it can lead to positive and impactful living. Your health and achieving the success you desire and deserve in life is directly aligned with the thoughts in your head. One expert says we all must "take charge of our brains"', and that's the phenomenal Dr. Philippe Douyon. Dr. Douyon is a Board Certified Neurologist. After spending years witnessing the deleterious affects of neurological disorders, Dr. Douyon realized that there were...2023-04-2355 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastBuilding Your Authentic Career With Michael Gardon - EP. 86Sometimes you have to blow it all up and do it your way! So many times professionals stay in a career too long, or continue to stay in a field they are no longer passionate about because they think it's "the right thing to do". The truth is, you will only find true fulfillment and happiness in your career when you are true to yourself and commit to building your authentic career. Michael Gardon is a Career & Hiring Expert and entrepreneur on a journey to help 1 million people BREAK work and build purposeful lives. Your Host Tareka Wheeler, had...2023-04-161h 07Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhat's Up Coach?: Career Development With Marianne Matarese - EP. 85As you explore the next move in your career, it's important that you are both strategic and intentional. To truly achieve the success you desire and deserve in your career, focusing on career development must be at the forefront. This is where the incredible Marianne Matarese comes in. As a Manager of Career Development at Indeed, and a Career Coach at Green With Purpose Coaching, Marianne has worked with so many professionals that are looking to advance in their careers. She has spent the last decade attracting, developing, and retaining talent for fortune 500 companies, and now Marianne is sharing...2023-04-0248 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWomen's History Month: My Story, Her History, Our Legacy with Taylor Wheeler - EP. 84Women's History Month is a time to celebrate and recognize the contributions women have made over the course of history. The thing is, you are making history every single day, and have a unique story to tell. In this episode, your host, Tareka Wheeler, invites a very special guest to celebrate Women's History Month. Tune in as Tareka and her daughter Taylor Wheeler have a heart felt and quite hilarious conversation about the impact she has had on her daughter's life. Together, they share memories, insights, and stories about the past, present, and the future legacy they both hope to...2023-03-261h 02Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastPart 2 - How to Ditch Imposter Syndrome and Increase Self-confidence - EP . 83Once you get a handle on that nasty imposter syndrome, then it's time to take back your confidence. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler will share the benefits of having self-confidence in the workplace, and share some practical strategies you can start to use today. Self-confidence can show up in many ways, and serve as a tool to help you advance in your career. Tareka will share a few examples of how self-confidence can show up for you, and she takes time to answer a career question from a listener that is struggling with self-confidence. Tune in to...2023-03-2031 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastPart 1 - How to Ditch Imposter Syndrome and Increase Your Self-confidence - Ep. 82No matter how much evidence there is that you’re successfully navigating this thing called life, you may also have limiting beliefs that you aren’t actually as capable or smart as others think you are. You may even begin to feel as if you do not deserve to be successful. These feelings are called imposter syndrome and can lead to a lack of growth and self-confidence. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler, is breaking down imposter syndrome and how it can creep up on you if you're not careful. In order to start designing the personal and prof...2023-03-1242 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastStop The Madness and Start Using Your Strengths - Ep. 81We each have unique strengths. The question is do you know what they are and how to use them. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler explores ways you can identify and start using your strengths. Often times, professionals are ready to advance, but forget that they have unique tools called strengths that can actually help them excel. Tareka takes time to tackle this topic and to introduce what are called character strengths from a book authored by two psychologists. If you are ready to stop the madness in your career and learn how to identify your strengths, then...2023-03-0522 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastCelebrating Your Journey and Designing Your Future: Ep. 80HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! This episode is all about celebration! Your host, Tareka Wheeler, is celebrating the 2 year anniversary of the Professional DNA Podcast, Episode 80 of the podcast, and her birthday! This episode is also about celebrating you and your journey. Celebrating your achievements can boost confidence and increase your motivation. Tareka will challenge you to see the connection between celebrating your journey and using your present successes to help design the future success you want to see in your career and life overall. You don't want to miss this episode! KEY POINTS: ...2023-03-0247 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA Podcast SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!It's a milestone to reach 80 episodes, and your host Tareka Wheeler wants to celebrate with you in a major way! Episode 80 of the Professional DNA Podcast will air on March 2, 2023 as that day is not only Tareka's birthday, but it is also the 2 Year Anniversary of the Professional DNA Podcast. Be sure to tune in as we celebrate turning 2, and also celebrate you and your professional and personal journey! Mark your calendars, and get ready for a celebration! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pdnapodcast/message2023-02-2602 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Thrive and Advance in a Remote Working Environment - Ep.79Experts state that the growth of remote roles would have happened even without the pandemic. A Gallup survey in June of 2022 found that 8 in 10 people are working hybrid or remote, while only 2 in 10 are entirely on-site. While some have headed back into the office, many professionals are still remote. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler is sharing strategies to help remote workers thrive and advance in the workplace. While there are many benefits to remote work, there are also challenges and pitfalls you need to avoid to ensure you don't stunt your professional growth. Tune in for a...2023-02-1923 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastShifting Your Mindset Can Shift Your Career - Ep. 78Why do we think a shift can magically happen with no action?. If you want to see something different, then you need to do something different, and often times the first place to start is with your mindset. While you may experience challenges in your career, it's how you approach and think about them that really matters. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler talks about the importance of shifting your mindset and assessing your relationship with growth. If you truly want to experience a shift in your career, then tune in to learn about four significant mindset shifts...2023-02-1243 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastTop Skills You Need to Advance in 2023 - Ep. 77What are the top in-demand skills you need to future proof your career in 2023 and beyond? Are you well-positioned in your company or the workplace for advancement? After the pandemic and recent trends like The Great Resignation and quiet quitting, the hiring game has completely changed. Hiring Managers and Recruiters must think differently about the skill levels they need employees to possess. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler shares and explores six skills that you need to advance in 2023. The future of work offers many opportunities, and this episode will help you understand top skills you need to...2023-02-0546 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastDesign The Life You Want and Use Your Career to Do It - Ep. 76Believe it or not, you have more control over your life than you think. When we are aligned with your purpose, the rest is up to you to define and design the life you want to live. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler is breaking down the concept of "design thinking", and how you can leverage your career to support the design you desire for your life. She talks about the unique aspects of the design process, and how they can be applied to you designing the life you deserve and desire! If you are ready to change...2023-01-2946 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhen You Choose Harmony You Choose Success _ Ep. 75Burnout and feeling overwhelmed is real, but it doesn't have to be your norm. When you choose harmony in your life, you choose YOU! When you choose "you", then you are ultimately choosing your happiness which will lead to your success. In this episode, your host Tareka Wheeler is sharing more of her story and her journey to achieving harmony. She talks about why true happiness is important to achieve success, and the three connections you need to make starting today! If you are ready to level up and take your life to new heights, advance in your career...2023-01-2243 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Reach Your Goals With Value-based Performance_Ep.74Believe it or not, working hard and doing your job is not good enough anymore. While it checks the box, it will not position you for advancement or help you achieve your career goals. As a high-achieving professional, your host Tareka Wheeler understands the importance of not only doing a good job, but delivering value while doing so. Tune in as Tareka explains the concept of value-based performance, and shares 5 core principles you can use to advance in your career and successfully achieve your career goals. KEY POINTS: - Today's standards in...2023-01-1545 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastGetting Real With Myself to Experience Real Growth_ Ep.73Sometimes we hide from ourselves to get away from the pain, adversity, or the day-to-day challenges that come with life. However, hiding doesn't always look ugly. We can dress it up and appear to be successful on the outside even when we are stuck and not growing on the inside. Your host Tareka Wheeler will share a piece of her journey when she was the reigning Queen of "Artificialville", and what strategies she used to get real with herself so she could begin to see real growth in her life. Tune is as Tareka jumps into Season 3...2023-01-0831 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThat's A Wrap! So What's Next - Ep. 72All we can say is thank you! Season 2 has come to an end, and we have a special message for you. Tune in to the last episode of Season 2 of the Professional DNA Podcast. Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @professional_dna for updates and information about Season 3. Check out previous episodes, and share your favorite with others. HOST The Professional DNA Podcast host, Tareka Wheeler, is a Career and Mindset Strategist and Founder and CEO of T. Wheeler Strategic Solutions, LLC. If you are looking for support...2022-07-3106 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastTransition From Surviving To Thriving In Career & Life - Ep. 71We are conditioned to believe that "surviving" is ok. However, it's time to make a shift away from just surviving so you can thrive in your career and in life. There is a fundamental difference between surviving and thriving. Surviving is defined as “to continue to live or exist” while thriving means “to grow or develop well, to prosper or to flourish”. In this episode, Tareka is challenging you to unapologetically pursue a major shift so you can begin to thrive in both your personal and professional life. Making a shift is never easy, so Tareka is providing you with a f...2022-07-2424 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastIntentional Steps to Changing Your Habits That Will Change Your Life - Ep. 70Simply put... When you change your habits, you can change your life. If you are truly ready to pursue the success you deserve in your professional and personal life, then you must commit to making some changes. In this episode, Tareka is sharing intentional and practical steps you can take to make life-changing  shifts that will help you achieve success at work and at home. Small steps can translate into big progress if you stay committed and consistent. Tune in to this episode if you are ready to make a few small intentional changes to your daily routine that w...2022-07-1731 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Prioritize Yourself in Work and Life - Ep. 69Do you ever feel like you are just a character in your own life? Working to advance in your career and thrive in life can be a challenge when you don't take control and prioritize yourself. In this episode of the Professional DNA Podcast, Tareka is helping you prioritize self-care and learn how to become the Director and Producer of your life. When you try to balance self, home, work, family, business, etc... this thing called life can get heavy. However, when you switch it up and pursue work-life harmony it will change your life. Why... because you are...2022-07-1015 minWorking WithinWorking WithinEpisode #31: Unlocking your Professional DNA with Tareka Wheeler, Career & Mindset StrategistWelcome back and thank you all for tuning in to the latest episode of the Working Within Podcast Season 3! We’re so glad to have you here with us. 💜 In this week’s episode we are joined by Tareka Wheeler who is a Career & Mindset Strategist that helps ambitious Women of Color and Working Parents advance in their careers, and learn how to discover their defined natural abilities to level up professionally while achieving work life harmony. Breaking down expectations that society puts on you and releasing your own fears are key to unlocking your profess...2022-07-071h 02Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastCelebrate and Elevate in Your Career & Life: Ep. 68Celebrating your accomplishments is essential because it gives you the drive for future goals. Taking pride in your accomplishments by celebrating them—even the small ones—can boost your self-confidence and motivate you to achieve more. In this episode, Tareka is sharing why it's important for your to celebrate and elevate in both your personal life and your career. Learn three things you can do to start celebrating your accomplishments in your career and personal life that will help you elevate and continue to achieve the success you desire and deserve. HOST: The...2022-07-0318 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastCritical Internal Conversations for Leaders With Tihanna Louise - Ep. 67As a leader, you are in a position to not only lead, but to influence. There is an incredible amount of privilege in leadership, which is why you must be intentional about the internal conversations you have with yourself that will ultimately impact how you show up as a leader. In this episode, Tareka sat down with Tihanna Louise, a public speaking and business coach that helps people achieve their career and personal goals. She has worked with companies such as Meta, Nike, Google, ebay, and many more, with the goal of amplifying their communication, connection and confidence so...2022-06-261h 07Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow To Develop Professional Development Goals: Ep. 66When you want to be strategic about your career advancement, creating professional development goals is key! Having professional development goals will help you achieve the next milestone or step in your professional journey. In this episode, Tareka is discussing why professional development is important and how to create goals that will help you achieve the career success you desire. KEY POINTS: - Professional development is key to career advancement. - Having professional development goals helps you to have a clear picture or target for professional success. - Professional development goals should be SMART and have an action plan. HOST: The...2022-06-1924 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Body Follows The Mind: Strategies To Support Your Mental Health - Ep. 62Your mental health matters. Did you know that even before the pandemic studies found that 1 in 5 adults struggled with mental health issues? With all that's happening around us in the world today, and more and more professional women and working parents returning to the office, there is a need to intently focus on mental health and wellbeing. In this episode, Tareka is sharing key things you can do to improve and maintain your mental health. The body truly does follow the mind, and it is important to focus on being both physically and mental fit. Tune in to this episode...2022-06-1328 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThree Things You Need to Achieve Your GoalsWe all have goals! The real question is what are you doing to achieve them? In this high energy episode, Tareka is sharing three things you need to have in order to achieve your goals! All it takes is a little S.A.S! Tune in if your ready to take your goals across the finish line!  HOST: The Professional DNA Podcast host, Tareka Wheeler, is a Career and Mindset Strategist and Founder and CEO of T. Wheeler Strategic Solutions, LLC. If you are looking for support with advancing in your career, or changing y...2022-06-1318 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Overcome Limiting Beliefs About Your Career - Ep. 64What if you actually believed in yourself? What if you started to change your thinking to support the career goals and the vision you have for your life? So many times professionals, especially women and working parents, tend to get trapped in their own limited thinking that eventually turns into limiting beliefs that leave you in paralysis. Not to worry, because in this episode, Tareka is going to help you reframe and overcome those limiting beliefs so you can advance in your career. This is a must listen episode if you have been feeling stuck or lack clarity about the...2022-05-2931 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastTop Books for Career Advancement With Nick Hutchison - Ep. 63Have you ever read a book that made you want to reconstruct several areas of your life? Personal Development books can be incredibly helpful when you are at a crossroad in your personal or professional journey. There are so many authors that have written powerful tools that you can use to take you life to another level. In this episode, Tareka sits down with THE book reviewer Nick Hutchison, Founder of BookThinkers. No matter what problem you're trying to solve, Nick believes that applying the right book can change your life. Tune in if you're ready to take a...2022-05-2246 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastMomma You Can Win!: Practical Strategies For Moms to Win at Home and Work - Ep. 61Happy Mother's Day! This episode is for all of my moms and women serving in the gap for children who may not have a mom in the life. You are amazing, and today and everyday we celebrate you! Being a mom, especially as professional working mom, comes with a unique set of challenges. In this episode, Tareka shares practical strategies to help moms win at work and at home. Being ambitious and pursuing the desires of your heart is ok. It's more than ok! As a mom, you don't have to walk away from your dreams. Learn how to...2022-05-0830 minSheConfidential® PodcastSheConfidential® PodcastDevelop Your Professional Brand for Career Advancement feat. Tareka WheelerThis conversation is for those wanting to make career moves that align with their strengths, interests, and life harmony. These days, there's a huge emphasis on entrepreneurship but not everyone is trying to step out on their own. And although people may be certain that business ownership isn't their cup of tea, there's often less clarity when it comes to identifying the career path that's the best fit for them. On this SheConfidential podcast episode, mindset and career strategist Tareka Wheeler outlines strategies that can help you effectively communicate your value and secure the opportunities yo...2022-05-0544 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastGet The Inside Scoop With Informational Interviews - Ep. 60How do reporters get their big stories, or the "inside scoop"? Honestly, they simply ask questions. Reporters conduct interviews to ensure they gain insights and facts about a story or person. In this episode of the Professional DNA Podcast, Tareka is sharing how you can get the inside scoop as you focus on navigating your next career move. It's time for you to conduct some informational interviews to get the inside scoop on companies of interest, potential positions/jobs you might pursue, or industries to transition into. Informational interviews can be a valuable tool as you advance in your...2022-05-0123 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastChoosing You!: How To Serve The Vision For Your Life - Ep. 59Who are you living for? Are you choosing to live out your dreams and aspirations, or are you living the life and pursuing the success that others believe you should? How many times have you forgotten to choose yourself and have lost your way. No clarity about life or where to go in your career. In this episode, Tareka is encouraging you to choose yourself. Choosing yourself is not the same as being selfish. Tune in to learn how you can serve the vision you have for your life by choosing yourself and executing four (4) strategies that will not...2022-04-2427 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastBeing Promotable Instead of Irreplaceable is The Goal - Ep. 58Being irreplaceable may seem like the right career move, but it can actually backfire when it comes to taking your career to the next level. When you make yourself irreplaceable instead of promotable, you may be setting yourself up to be stuck in a role longer than you would like. After all, your company can't "replace" you right? In this episode, Tareka shares the importance of shifting your mindset about job security. The goal is to be promotable versus irreplaceable. Tune in to learn seven strategies that will increase your chances of being promoted and being promotable over the...2022-04-1730 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Ace Your Next Interview with Confidence - Ep. 57When you are getting ready for your job interview, what happens? Does the thought of going into the interview make you a bit nervous? Or, do you remain calm, confident and relaxed? In this episode, Tareka is providing you with 6 strategies to help you ace your next interview with confidence. Coming from a place of confidence turns the interview into more of a dialogue and less of an interview. However, you must be prepared and position yourself for a successful dialogue. Tune in and share this episode with anyone that is preparing for a job interview. These strategies will...2022-04-1035 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhat Employers Are Looking For, and How to Leverage Your Secret Sauce - Ep. 56In this week's podcast episode, Tareka answers one of my most asked questions she hears from professionals: "What do employers really want?". Believe it or not, it's not just about your hard work and pretty smile! Tareka talked with some top notch recruiters in tech, finance, consulting, and healthcare in the country. After all was said and done, there were some common themes that you will learn about in this episode. PLUS! Did you know you have a secret sauce! That's right! During this episode, Tareka is going to share what it is, and help you learn how to...2022-04-0346 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Find Allyship in The Workplace with Minda Harts - Ep.55Do you have any allies at work? Are you sure? Allies are important for several reasons. One crucial component involves individuals recognizing their own privilege and using it to influence inclusion and call out or challenge behavior perpetuating bias and systematic oppression based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation and ability. In this episode, Tareka sits down with best-selling and award winning author Minda Harts to talk about how to find allyship in the workplace, and why it is so important. As women, especially women of color, there are ongoing challenges when trying to develop strong trusted relationships in...2022-03-3046 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Build The Right Relationships at Work For Career Advancement - Ep. #54Regardless of the field or industry you work in, building the right relationships can have a direct impact on your professional success. If you are truly ready to advance in your career, then you must make building relationships a priority. In this episode, Tareka answers 3 big questions many professional have about building relationships in the workplace. Tareka talks about 1) Who to build relationships with; 2) How to build relationships; and 3) How does building relationships help you advance in your career. Remember, it's not just about what you know. It's also about who you know! Tune in to this episode and...2022-03-2031 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWomen's History Month Special Throwback: Momma You Got This! - Ep. 53This month is Women's History Month, and we want to send a big shout out to all the working momma's striving to win at home and at work. In May of 2021, the Professional DNA Podcast released a Special Mother's Day episode to empower and educate working moms. Tareka shared a heart felt moment with her mother, and provided strategies to help moms manage motherhood and their careers like a boss. Tune in and share with a special momma in your life or circle. They will thank you later. HOST: The Professional DNA...2022-03-131h 08Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastFrom Vision to Reality: Ep. 52Having a vision for your life and career is definitely critical to your success. However, just having a vision is not enough. Often we have a vision in our minds of what success looks like in our personal life and career, but we leave it at that and do nothing about it. We daydream about what our lives could be like, or the career we desire to have, yet we don't take any real steps forward to get there. Your vision requires action. A vision without action is like a car with no gas in the tank. It's time...2022-03-0630 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastAnniversary Episode: Designing Your Vision - Ep. 51It's a celebration! Happy Birthday to me and Happy Birthday to the Professional DNA Podcast. As we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of the Professional DNA Podcast, it's important to know that is all stated with a "vision". In this episode, Tareka is giving a ton of celebration energy, 6 steps for creating your career vision, and 4 strategies for taking action on your newly designed career vision! Now whose birthday is it, because you are definitely getting quite a few gifts this episode! LOL It's time to write the vision and make it plain so you can begin to...2022-03-0232 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Secret Weapon to Advance in Your Career - Ep. 50Being proactive in your career is not just important.It's necessary! You see a dentist regularly to keep your teeth clean and cavity-free. You get an annual physical, exercise regularly, and eat right to stay healthy. You get home insurance or renter insurance just in case there is an incident. But what do you do for your career? During this milestone episode, Tareka is talking about the secret weapon many professionals are using to get to the next level in their careers, and that's having a Career Coach or Career Strategist. Having a trusted adviser is a secret weapon...2022-02-2039 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastDo What You Love So You Can Love What You Do: Ep. 49Do you love what you do, or are you just tolerating your current career? Did you know that studies have shown that happy people tend to earn higher salaries? Oh now I have your attention! during this episode, Tareka will explore the importance of being happy in your career and doing what you actual love, so you can love what you do. Enjoying your career should be a priority given the amount of time we spend at work. That's why Tareka is sharing key reasons to do what you love during this episode. Grab a note pad and pen...2022-02-1331 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Leverage Your Experience and Skills to Make Your Next Career Move - Ep. 48I hope you know that you don't have to settle in your career. There are two invaluable assets that you absolutely own and can leverage... that's your experience and skills. In December 2021, a Gallup Poll revealed that 85% of people were not happy in their jobs. If you are in that 85%, you don't have to be. It's time to stop settling and to start advancing in your career. In this episode, Tareka will teach you how to tackle the limiting beliefs holding you back from making your next move in your career, and help you explore how to...2022-02-0650 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow To Create and Execute Your Own Career Opportunities - Ep. 47Did you know that some of the most successful people are proactive about their success, and create their own opportunities? Why should you be any different. Your career advancement and group is truly in your hands, and the best thing is that you can create your own opportunities to get to the next level! In this episode, Tareka is sharing 4 (four) strategies you can use to literally create career growth and advancement opportunities for yourself. Are you ready for "operation opportunity"? Tune in today to continue to pursuit of leveling up and advancing in your career. 2022-01-3031 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastBoldly Pursuing All That You Desire in Your Career - Ep. 46In this episode, Tareka invites special guest Celina Caesar (like the salad) - Chavannes (Sh-van) to discuss her professional journey from entrepreneur, to politician, to senior executive! Dedicating her career to equity and advocating for both herself and others, Celina has always in been bold and unapologetically lives on purpose! Listen in as Tareka and Celina discuss how to boldly pursue all that you desire, and Celina shares three strategies that you can start using today! Join this energetic and inspiring conversation on how to be bold, and be sure to listen to the end so you...2022-01-2341 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA Podcast6 Strategies to Become The CEO of Your Career - Ep. #45Being the CEO of your career involves taking control of your professional journey. The secret to professional development and career advancement is taking control of the direction of your career and operating like a CEO. Successful CEOs of Fortune 400 and 500 are both strategic, motivated, and face the future with anticipation. During this episode, Tareka is sharing 6 strategies to help you become the CEO of your career so you can get to the next level and start living the life you desire and deserve. If you are really ready to advance in your career, then you must take ownership and...2022-01-1640 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastLevel Up In Your Career In 2022: The Shifts You Need To Make This Year - Ep. 44One of the issues with career advancement is that we are not strategic about it. Many professionals think that just because you work hard, you will level up in your career. That is not the case, and Tareka is ready to see you make some major shifts in 2022 so you can win, increase your income, and start advancing in your career so you can live the life you desire to live. Tune in to this episode to learn what shifts you need to make to advance in your career in 2022.  KEY POINTS  What do...2022-01-0926 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastQuick and Practical Ways to Close Out The Year Strong - Ep. 43It's the last episode of the year, and it's time to close things out the way you want to start... STRONG! In this episode, Tareka is giving you quick and practical strategies to close out the year the way you want to start the new one. It's not just important to start the way you want to finish. It's also important to end the way you want to start. Not sure where to begin? No worries at all. Tareka is also providing strategies to help you get started and move yourself out of the way so you can kick...2021-12-2028 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Set Boundaries and Avoid Burnout at WorkContrary to what you may think, or have been told, you can kick butt at work and at home without experiencing burnout. The key is setting clear boundaries. In today's episode, Tareka is unpacking how to avoid the negative consequences of burnout, and how to create healthy work boundaries. The days of all nighters and "working to the bone" in your career are long gone! You can work hard and strategically advance in your career without risking your mental or physical health. Tune in to learn seven strategies to help you ditch burnout, and set clear boundaries.  2021-12-1350 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhat Are You Ready For?: In Role Growth OR Promotion - Ep. 41Many times professionals believe they are ready for a promotion, but might actually be ready for progression and growth in their current role. Both present several benefits, but you must know what you are really ready for. In this episode, Tareka will provide insight into both progression and promotion, and provide you with key questions you should ask yourself to assess what you are ready for. Not sure if you are ready for either one, that's ok. In this episode Tareka will help you gain clarity on how to strategically pursue the level of growth that you can be...2021-12-0647 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastPreparing for Your End-of-Year Performance Review - Ep. 40Are you ready for your upcoming end-of-year performance review? Properly preparing for your annual performance review is more important than you may realize. Each year you have an opportunity to review your goals and accomplishments and receive feedback on your past performance and suggestions for improvement. Performance reviews can be used to justify raises or promotions or to request additional responsibility. So why do professionals wait until the last minute to prepare? In this episode, Tareka provides 5 strategies for how to prepare for your upcoming review. No formal annual review process at your company, no worries! Tareka is sharing...2021-11-2957 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastBe The Change You Want to See: Leading Effective Change Management - Ep. 39Managing change means working closely with teams and setting clear goals about how any change will be managed. How many times have you experienced change at work and it felt like a runaway train. Little to no communication, no consideration for those impacted by the change, no real reason for the change, and the list goes on and one. In this episode, Tareka will equip with with some foundations of change management so you can be the change you want to see. While having a plan, setting goals, and communicating may see common sense, many organizations get it wrong...2021-11-2251 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastLeadership Essentials Part 3: From Strategy to Execution - Ep. 38As a leader or aspiring leader, it’s critical to not only think strategically, but be able to develop and lead the execution of strategy. According to the Harvard Business Review, 90% of businesses fail to reach their strategic goals, which researchers believe is due to a gap between strategy and execution. In this episode, Tareka will take a deep dive into bridging the gap between strategy and execution. She will give you clear steps for how to develop a strategy and successfully lead execution with your team or within your organization. This is a must listen episode for all le...2021-11-1552 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastLeadership Essentials Part I: Shifting From Doer to DelegatorWant to know one of the common mistakes leaders and aspiring leaders make? It is the mistake of not shifting from being a doer to being a delegator. Believe it or not, it is not that simple. Leaders at all levels struggle with letting go and allowing their team to take on tasks and deliverables. Today, we invite you to take a big step and assess if you have really made the shift. In this episode, Tareka is sharing tips and strategies for leaders, and those hoping to lead in the future, on how do to shift from being...2021-11-0144 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastHow to Navigate and Exit a Toxic Work Environment - Ep. 34There is nothing more dangerous and counterproductive to your career advancement than working in a toxic environment. You deserve peace, happiness, and success in your career! Tune in as Tareka shares strategies for how to navigate a toxic work environment and plan your exit strategy. Every situation is different, however nobody deserves to deal with passive aggressive communication, gossip, your ideas always being undermined, or being made to feel as you are never good enough! Your work environment may not be perfect, but it should be perfect for you and where you are in your professional journey. Take a...2021-10-2542 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastTackling Tough Conversations in the Workplace with Confidence - Ep. 33One of the hardest parts of being a professional, especially if you are a leader, is having difficult conversations: firing someone, getting into it with a client or peer, correcting a persistent mistake, or delivering bad news. Most people do their best to avoid conflict. Even when a situation is uncomfortable, it may seem like the path of least resistance is to wait out the discomfort. It's time to change that and tackle tough conversations with confidence in the workplace. During this episode, Tareka will explore how you can prepare for and address tough conversations with confidence, and effectively...2021-10-1851 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastDon't Fear The Bag, Secure It!: Negotiating With Confidence - Ep. 32Why is it so difficult to ask for more? Why is it difficult to negotiate your salary when you know you deserve more? One reason is fear! While it might seem scary to ask for a raise or to negotiate a higher salary when seeking a new job, it's even scarier to work hard, perform well, possess a high level of skills, and not be paid your true value. In this episode, Tareka is sharing 5 strategies to help you negotiate with confidence. When we know better, we have the power to do better and earn more. This episode will...2021-10-1153 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA Podcast5 Strategies For Overcoming Fear Throughout Your Career - Ep. 31What if you weren’t afraid anymore? How would your life change? For many high-achieving professionals fear can get in the way of growth and block opportunities for career advancement. When you can overcome fear in your career, you will position yourself to be happier, more fulfilled and to be frank... make more money! So why is it so difficult to overcome your fears? In this episode, Tareka is sharing 5 strategies for overcoming fear throughout your career, and walking you through how to analyze, call out, and expose your fears so you can F-Face E-Everything A- And R-Rise! Not su...2021-10-0448 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Real Reason You Feel Stuck in Your Career and How to Move Forward - Ep. 30Feeling stuck is not fun at all. Lets be real it really SUCKS! As a high-achieving professional , the goal is always to move forward and upward in your career. When everything comes to a screeching halt, it can be incredibly frustrating, and I know that giving up may cross your mind... But not too fast! Let's get to the real reason why you feel stuck. In this episode, Tareka dives into 4 reasons why you might feel stuck in your career and offers strategies and encouragement for you to move forward. Learn how you can wiggle your way out of...2021-09-2742 minImagine Yourself PodcastImagine Yourself PodcastChange Your Life By Changing The Way You See Yourself (w/Tareka Wheeler of Professional DNA)How cool would it be to meet your future self? For some of us, it sounds like a great idea, but for others, it feels intimidating because it means changing who we are. This week’s episode is going to challenge you to change how you see yourself, and our guest, Tareka Wheeler, Career and Mindset Strategist of Professional DNA shares a technique that will change the game in a simple, honest, and personalized way.If you’re ready to discover the next version of yourself, consider this question:  What have you been telling yourself about yourself? Tarek...2021-09-2639 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional Growth Strategies to Advance Your Career - Ep. 29Change is inevitable but growth is a choice. When you are ready to change the direction of your career, you must also be ready to grow. Looking for growth strategies that you can leverage to improve your skills, take on more responsibility, and advance in your career? Then this episode is for you. Tareka shares five strategies to help you: G- Get to the next level R- Reach your goals O-Overcome challenges and W-Win. As you grow, you will position yourself for advancement. During this episode, Tarek even gives you a special insight into what you must have as...2021-09-2048 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastUsing Storytelling to Expand Your Network - Ep. 28Experts agree that the most connected people are often the most successful. When you invest in your relationships — professional and personal — it can pay you back in dividends throughout your professional journey, and help you advance in your career. The importance of networking cannot be overstated. But how can you improve your networking skills to ensure you're effectively expanding your network? Great question! In this episode, Tareka explores storytelling as a way to expand your network. While you might not always know exactly what to expect from a networking opportunity you participate on, it's important to head into each acti...2021-09-1346 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastDeveloping an Ecosystem of Support with Amelia Roberts- Ep. 27Having support along your professional journey is a major key to strategically advancing in your career. Trying to manage both your personal life and career unsupported and disconnected can be a recipe for being unhappy, burnt out and not having a clear path forward for achieving the success  and fulfillment you desire. All high-achieving professionals need an ecosystem of support. That's why Tareka sat down with Strategic Partnership & Visibility Expert Amelia Roberts. Amelia provide insights an ecosystem of support is, and why it is important to have one. Have a support system, but not sure if it's a ecosystem t...2021-09-0651 minWomen of Color An Intimate ConversationWomen of Color An Intimate ConversationWork Life Harmony with Tareka Wheeler, PMPWe’ve heard of Work Life Balance and recently Work Life Integration. Have you heard of Work Life Harmony? Tareka Wheeler, PMP, CEO, T. Wheeler Strategic Solutions, LLC, Career & Mindset Strategist, shares how like stocks, we are a “diversified investment” and must diversify how we expend our energy. When in mom mode, she’s 100% a mom. When working on a project, she’s all in. Work Life Harmony.  Check out this week’s episode to learn more and about Professional DNA. Meet Tareka Wheeler, PMP I am a Career & Mindset Strategist that teaches high-achieving professionals and small bus...2021-09-011h 03Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Visible Introvert - Ep. 26“People who prefer quieter, more minimally stimulating environments.” That’s how Susan Cain, author of the book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, defines introverts. Introverts are mistakenly seen as people who are shy or do not enjoy social interactions. Instead, introverts are simply people who relax by being by themselves. They also tend to observe before acting. Is it possible for people with introverted personalities to lead? Absolutely! Introverts can make excellent leaders by leveraging the very traits that define them. Tareka sat down with Leadership Coach Terrance Lee, AKA The Introver...2021-08-3042 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA Podcast5 Ways to Invest in Yourself and Advance in Your Career - Ep. 25It’s time to invest, and I’m not talking about in the stock market! It’s time for you to take a big step and do something for you and invest in yourself. On the surface, this sounds simple – but it is actually quite time consuming and requires strategic thought and planning. Making an investment in your career requires you to know what you should invest your time, money and resources in. During this episode, Tareka shares 5 ways you can invest in yourself to advance in your career. Many people don’t have career investment plans because they rely on th...2021-08-231h 05Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Importance of Upskilling to Advance in Your Career - Ep. 24Learn any new skills lately? When it comes to upskilling at work—or in other words, improving or adding additional skills as an employee, it can be a game changer for career advancement. Companies are not just looking for experience and degrees. Many companies are placing a significant focus on critical skills needed as the world continues to rapidly evolve and technology advances. During this episode, Tareka explores upskilling, and provides 5 benefits for high-achieving professionals. By upskilling, you are positioning yourself to not leave opportunities or money on the table. There are opportunities to cease, and money to grab if...2021-08-1653 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastPersonal Branding Strategy: A Roadmap for High-Achieving Professionals - Ep. 23What's your favorite brand and why? Is it the design or the designer? Now think about your personal brand. That's right, we all have a personal brand, and often times we forget that we should position ourselves as the high-end designer that is looking for a buyer that is willing to invest in quality. This episode is all about developing, maintaining, and repairing your personal brand. Tareka sits down with Career Success Coach Stephanie Oribhabor, owner of The Corporate Catch, to talk all things personal brand. As a high-achieving professional, you are the sole designer of your brand, and...2021-08-0938 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastReady, Set, Go!: Strategies to Prep For a Productive Week - Ep. 22How to do get ready for the week ahead? What steps do you take to ensure you are going to have a productive week? Many professionals work week to week without a plan or strategy for success. When you don’t plan your week, you have no hint about what to do, and you will be stumbling your way through to get everything done. Sound familiar? Lets put those weeks behind you and GET READY! GET SET! and GO EXECUTE! Tareka is exploring 5 strategies to help you prepare for a productive week. If you’re serious about your lifestyle, maki...2021-08-0245 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWho Checks You?: The Importance and Power of Accountability - Ep. 21How do you ensure you stay committed to doing the things you said you were going to do? What are you doing to make sure that you are staying the course and completing the tasks and deliverables you are responsible for? In short... " Who Checks You?". Accountability is a team effort. As professionals, we need to have a great sense of personal accountability, and surround ourselves with people that are going to hold us to our commitments and "check us" when we go off course. Tareka is sharing some of the behaviors you need to develop to ensure you...2021-07-2651 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA Check In: Leveraging What You Have to Get What You Want - Ep. 20We are all unique! No two professionals are alike and you have a unique value proposition to share with any company, organization, or customer base you work with. What is it? It's your Professional DNA! You have a defined natural ability to succeed. The question is are you using it to get what you want? In this episode, Tareka is checking in on you to make sure you understand what your Professional DNA is, and how you can leverage it to get what you want in your career. Still not sure if you understand, that is ok because Tareka...2021-07-1945 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastPermission Granted!: Strategies for Giving Yourself Permission to be Great - Ep. 19Do you often times find yourself asking "How come I'm not successful?" or "Why haven't I made it to the next level in my career?" If your answer is yes to either question, then this episode is a must-listen. Join Tareka as she digs into the importance of not waiting for others to give their approval or permission for you to be great. Don't worry if you are unsure about how to reverse this so you can press forward in your pursuit of success in your career, because Tareka will share 3 strategies you can...2021-07-1233 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhat Makes a Good Leader?: Foundations of LeadershipAre you in a position of leadership or striving to be? Do you ever ask yourself if you are doing a good job, or are you effective? If your answer is yes to either question, then this episode is a must-listen.  Leadership is a privilege! A part of being a good leader is understanding that privilege, and working to ensure you are constantly developing and improving the skills it takes to lead effectively.  Join Tareka as she explains what makes a good leader. Sometimes we need to take a step back and reflect on our ex...2021-07-0546 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Power of Learning: Leveraging New Skills and Knowledge to Achieve Success - Ep. 17Should we ever stop learning? The answer is no! This is especially true if you want to keep growing and achieving success along your professional journey. Learning new skills  and acquiring new knowledge is essential to advancing your career. It diversifies your job options and helps you develop new techniques to keep up with the fast-changing world. In this episode, Career & Mindset Strategist Tareka Wheeler, discusses the importance of investing in yourself to obtain new skills and knowledge, and share a framework to help measure and monitor your success and progress towards leveraging your superpower.... LEARNING! Key P...2021-06-2842 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastShow Up & Show Out!: The Importance of Self-Worth in the Workplace - Ep. 16Do you know your value and self-worth? How do you show up at work? Knowing your self-worth can help you succeed in your position and advance in your career. You have to know your value in order to show up and demonstrate it in the workplace. In this episode, Career & Mindset Strategist Tareka Wheeler, discusses self-worth, demonstrating value and provide practical strategies for professionals. Key Points & Strategies It is critical that you have a strong sense of self-worth in the workplace, and you know how to demonstrate and articulate your value. There are...2021-06-2153 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastTime to Go! Strategies For a Successful Career Change - Ep. 15The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. —Steve Jobs Are you thinking about making a career change? You’re not alone. It’s estimated that the average person will change careers between five and seven times over the course of their working life. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics  You don't have to settle for a job or career that does not make you happy, or leaves you feeling unfulfilled. It might be time to go! This we...2021-06-1448 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhat Matters to You?: The Importance of Understanding Your Professional Values - Ep.14As a professional, it is important to understand your professional values. Ask yourself these questions: What really matters to you in your career? What do you value? What are your nonnegotiables? During this episode, Host and Career & Mindset Strategist Tareka Wheeler, talks about how to identify your professional values, and provides strategies you can use to ensure your values, defined natural abilities, and career goals are aligned to set you up for success. KEY POINTS/STRATEGIES Your personal values serve as a foundation for your professional values. Professional values need to align with your career goals. When we can define...2021-06-0748 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Bounce Back: The Importance of Emotional Resilience - Ep. 13How do you handle challenges and adversity when they come up in the workplace, or along your professional journey? Do you crumble and fall apart, or do you learn from it and bounce back? During this episode, Host and Career & Mindset Strategist Tareka Wheeler, sits down with Kim Ades to talk about emotional resilience. Kim is the Founder and President of Frame of Mind Coaching. She has been featured in a variety of online publications including Forbes and Inc., and has spoken for organizations including Microsoft and SHRM.  We will dig into the definition of emotional resilience and how to sh...2021-05-3144 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastDetermination and Persistence: The Keys to Unlocking Success - Ep. 12The pursuit of success must be paired with determination and persistence. Persistence is a fundamental trait to develop in life because it is closely related and important to professional development and improvement. When you experience challenges that yield growth, you can learn from those experiences and move on, having enough persistence or determination to not give up on your goals.  Dr. Kizzy Parks, President of K.Parks Consulting Inc.(KPC), stops by to talk with Host and Career & Mindset Strategist Tareka Wheeler about her experiences as an entrepreneur and business owner, and how determination and persistence have played a r...2021-05-2445 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Importance of Self Advocacy and Positioning Yourself in the Workplace - Ep. 11Self advocacy could be one of the greatest skills you can build to serve as a foundation for positioning yourself to grow and ascend as a professional. As professionals, we not only have to now our worth, but we need to be able to self advocate and position ourselves for success and advancement. In this episode, Tareka shares for key strategies that professionals can leverage to ensure they are effectively advocating for themselves, and discusses four ways professionals can position themselves increased visibility and advancement opportunities. KEY POINTS/STRATEGIES Key strategies for self advocating in...2021-05-171h 03Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastBuilding Self-Discipline So You Can Go After Your Dreams - Ep.9Self-discipline is the ability to control yourself and to make yourself work hard or behave in a particular way without needing anyone else to tell you what to do. Building self-discipline is critical to achieving your goals, and most importantly helping you fulfill your dreams.  This episode we sit down with Bryan Pharr, Host and Creator of Living The Dream Podcast, to talk about the importance of building self-discipline so you can go after your dreams, and why living a fulfilled life is key to achieving success.   RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC ...2021-05-031h 06Professional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastBONUS! Professional Currency $ $Check out this bonus episode on the importance of professional currency. What is professional currency you might ask? It is what you need to get ahead at work and attract sponsors who will speak on your behalf when opportunities within your team or organization are up for discussion. Get your currency straight with this bonus episode. RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC  Tools & Resources: https://bit.ly/2NJZHwb Professional DNA Website:  www.yourpdna.com Follow Us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3utdnf1 Like Us on...2021-05-0109 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastKnow Your Role: 4 Roles a Successful Professional Must Play - Ep.8Throughout your professional journey, you will play many roles. There are 4 roles that every successful professional must play. Knowing your role and how to operate in it is critical. In this episode, you will learn about the following roles: Player Manager Coach Leader What role are you playing right now on your team or within your organization? What parts of your Professional DNA are you using to be successful in each of the roles you play? Grab a notebook and a pen, because it time to explore the 4 roles every successful professional must play. RESOURCES2021-04-2649 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastSpring Cleaning: 5 Things That Might Be Cluttering Your Professional Journey - Ep.7Some times we have to declutter and remove people and things that might be preventing us from moving forward in our professional journey. Listen as we explore 5 things that every professional needs to remove out of their path in order to press forward towards success and leveling up professionally.  RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC  Tools & Resources: https://bit.ly/2NJZHwb Professional DNA Website:  www.yourpdna.com Follow Us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3utdnf1 Like Us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SoXurW ...2021-04-1939 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastThe Beauty of Being Uncomfortable - Ep.6In order to grow as professionals, we have to put ourselves in uncomfortable situations. While it might seem scary or challenging, there is beauty on the other side. Learn how to take on the beast of being uncomfortable so you can grow and get to the next level in your professional journey.  RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC  Tools & Resources: https://bit.ly/2NJZHwb Professional DNA Website:  www.yourpdna.com Follow Us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3utdnf1 Like Us on Facebook: https://bit.ly...2021-04-1239 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastPlan of Attack: Having the Right Resume, Cover Letter and More - Ep.5Having a plan of attack is critical when looking to advance in your career or get a new job. The right resume and cover letter can open doors, and having the wrong one can limit your opportunities to show recruiters and hiring managers what you are really made of. Laurin Battle, Owner of Battle Plan Strategic Consulting LLC, joins us to talk resumes, cover letters and more! RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC  Tools & Resources: https://bit.ly/2NJZHwb Professional DNA Website:  www.yourpdna.com Follow Us...2021-04-0556 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastIt's the Habits for Me!: Developing Good Professional Habits is a Must - Ep.4In order to reach our goals we have to focus on the small details like habits. What good habits do you have, and which ones do you need to get rid of? Listen and learn how to approach building new professional habits to help you reach your goals. RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC  Tools & Resources: https://bit.ly/2NJZHwb Professional DNA Website:  www.yourpdna.com Follow Us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3utdnf1 Like Us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/2SoXurW --- Se...2021-03-2933 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastSet It and Don't Forget It!: Setting Goals and Intentions That Get You to The Next Level - Ep.3Setting goals is critical to your professional success. Often times we forget to also set intentions, and to use our Professional DNA to push us to accomplishing our goals and level up professionally. Learn why it's important to set goals and how setting intentions and tapping into your Professional DNA can help you achieve them in know time! RESOURCES Monthly Newsletter Sign-Up: https://bit.ly/31yr8MC  Tools & Resources: https://bit.ly/2NJZHwb Professional DNA Website:  www.yourpdna.com Follow Us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3utdnf1 Li...2021-03-2232 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastWhat's Your Professional DNA: What Are You Really Made Of? - Ep.2What are you really made of? This is the question we often time never ask ourselves. Knowing who we are and what makes us unique is essential to achieving success. The Professional DNA Podcast is focused on having discussions about discovering your unique Professional DNA (PDNA) and leveling up professionally. You have everything you need inside of you to become your best unique self! Host Tareka Wheeler is committed to helping individuals discover what they need to succeed and grow as a professional. She is a Career & Mindset Strategist that is ready to support professionals and small...2021-03-1528 minProfessional DNA PodcastProfessional DNA PodcastTrailer: Introducing the Professional DNA PodcastComing March 14! Professional DNA is a new podcast that will help you discover what you are really made of, and how to use it to level up professionally. Each week, Tareka Wheeler will help you get ready for the week ahead by having real discussions about the challenges and perceived barriers along the journey of becoming your best and unique self. The Professional DNA podcast is for anyone that feels stuck, or is simply ready to do something different and better to positively enhance their professional life. Tune in! It's time to discover your Professional DNA! --- Send...2021-02-2402 min