The mission of Blackness and the Workplace is to empower Black professionals by providing resources, guidance, and support within a safe place to speak truth to power about the uniqueness of our shared experiences and identities.The goal of this podcast is to amplify and support Black voices, Black opinions, and Black support.
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That's a wrap!Jessica discusses her journey to the west coast, personal and professional ambitions, and what's next for Blackness and the Workplace!Support the show
Katrina Strohl is the founder and host of Absolutely Not! In this episode, Katrina speaks on her journey towards creating Absolutely Not! We also talk about boundaries, what are hers, our host, and why Black content creators need to establish boundaries. Our host and founder, Jessica, guest stared on Absolutely Not! and appreciates Katrina coming and doing the same! Support the show
In this episode, we bring back Rakhim Sabree, a former guest from our Rebuilding Black Wall Street series! Rahkim provides an update on his entrepreneurship journey, his successes, and his approach to creating engaging content on social media. Support the show
Over the last few years, LinkedIn has evolved from being just a sterile platform made up of those who are just 'looking to make connections' to becoming an inclusive and dynamic space. This is largely due in part to the work of Black Content Creators who have brought their views, opinions, and life journeys to LinkedIn. Content creating is hard, but being a Black content creator is harder!We speak with Patrice Lindo about her career journey, how and why she started creating content as well as the pros and cons!Support the show
In this episode, we talk with Johnathan Dumas, Leadership Coach, and HR professional as he discusses why emotional intelligence is lacking in HR leadership and why it's needed. If you ever dealt with HR as a Black Professional you understand just how problematic they can be especially with the wrong leadership in charge. Another great episode with a dept of knowledge to come away with. Support the show
We are going back to our HR Behind the Scenes series by taking a deeper dive into what is HR and how HR and DEI can work together to make a more equitable workplace for Black employees. We are speaking with Kristen Bell, a DEI expert who discusses her background and experiences and why DEI should work in collaboration with HR but NOT report to HR. This is a great and informative conversation! Support the show
We are back! Our host and founder, Jessica Pharm gives an update about her life and the status of Blackness and the Workplace. Support the show
Founder and CEO Jessica Pharm gives an update about her personal life and accomplishments including the future of Blackness and the Workplace. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis, founder and CEO of 365 Diversity, LLC is back to speak on a variety of subjects which includes the so-called controversy around Critical Race Theory and why it's overblown. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we speak with Shay Nabors about her journey into real estate investing and how to get into it as well as the benefits. Ms. Nabors also is the founder of REI Platform where she teaches others about the business of real estate investing. You can access more information here https://www.instagram.com/thereiplatform/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk with Leah Goodridge, a tenant's rights activist about the housing crisis (rising rents, landlord abuse, etc) and how she works to support low-income tenants. Such an important topic given the rising housing costs coupled with the stressors placed by COVID. You can learn more about her here: https://www.pli.edu/faculty/Leah-Goodridge-27542Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode we talk with Latrice Huff, a career coach about all things job-related from being Black in the workplace to job-hopping to taking control of your career. Website: https://talentstays.com/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
How does the past inform the future? Especially when it comes to our experiences with money. How can we heal from the trauma? Rahkim Sabree a personal finance influence, author, speaker, and financial coach discusses these issues and how we can recognize and overcome them. Website: https://www.rahkimsabree.com/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Rebuilding Black Wallstreet Part 2 starts this week! In this episode, we talk with Anna Welch, founder of New Journey, LLC about the importance of teaching financial literacy to our children at a young age and how making small steps when it comes to savings can add up.Website: https://www.newjourneyllc.com/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Black Professionals Month is coming! This month-long movement is one you don't want to miss! Jessica speaks with founders Denise Kaiger and Jermone Huntchion about the event and the impact it will have on Black professionals long after October. Website: https://blackprofessionalsmonth.com/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Founder and CEO, Jessica Pharm, shares her personal life journey updates as well as her vision for Season Four and beyond. And she has a message for the racist trolls who want to silence her voice! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Jessica wraps up Season Three of the podcast discussing her big move to Seatle and the future of Blackness and the Workplace. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode with talk with Celeste Cuffie, President, and CEO of Life Empowered Consulting Services about her career journey, development, and evolution into leadership and what that means.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, Vashti M. Boyce, MBA, MA, QMHP-C discusses her work in Portland providing services to a low-income Black community. She also discusses the challenges in finding culturally competent healthcare for a community that is historically been marginalized. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we speak with Maagic Collins, a mental health advocate about the need for Black Men and those in lower socio-ecomonic status to access quality mental healthcare. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Nada Johnson talks about healing from racial trauma and taking back your identity and power. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Dr. Sawyer talks about racial trauma and Black men's mental health. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Monet King talks about her experiences and struggles as she works to grow both her career and business. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode we talk with We Are Meaniguful founder Crystle Johnson about her experiences in the workplace and advocacy for D&I. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk with Keishla Ceaser-Jones about her career journey and experience working in the education field. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode we talk with Dr. Carey Yazeed about her experience working in academia, overcoming harassment, and starting her business. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, Courtney discusses her life and her career journey high's and lows. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In our mini-series, we talk with Black women about their career highs and lows. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In our mini-series, we talk with Black women about their career highs and lows. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Jessica discusses her career and personal journeys and what lies ahead for Season Three! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
The final episode in Season Two. Founder and Host Jessica Pharm talks about her personal and professional journey at the start of 2021 and how she plans on taking Blackness and the Workplace forward. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
The final episode in our HR Behind the Scenes mini-series!Learn how to own and protect your career. Why? Because no one is going to do it for you. Guest host, Brianna Green Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Whether you are looking for a new job, or a promotion, salary negotiation is a skill. Learn how to access your value, create a plan and ask for what you want and get it!Guest host, Elizabeth Gouéti, founder and CEO of We Resolve to Win talks with us on how to leverage your skills and secure the bag! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk about all things recruiting. From what happens when a new position opens up, to the relationship between the recruiter and hiring manager to job seeker advice. We speak with Lydia Williams, a recruiter with over ten years of experience in the field. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk with Clarene Mitchelle the founder and CEO of TCM Communications about how to build a strong Linkedin profile and use it to your advantage! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk with Brandon Mitchell the founder and CEO of BrandResumes on why it's important to build a brand, how to maintain a brand and why you need to protect your brand. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk with Matthew Kirby the founder and CEO of Honest Human Resources, and the host of the YNG BLK HR about how to get into the field of HR. Honest Human Resources: www.honesthumanresources.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
Join us as host Jessica and Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis, founder of 365 Diversity, LLC have an unfiltered conversation about 2020, Trump, white allies, race, Biden, Black LinkedIn, and more. Don't listen if you are easily triggered! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In our final episode in the Black in Tech series, we talk with Dr. Carlotta Berry about her incredible journey, automation, and the benefits of automation on the American workforce. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Leroy Long about his engineering and teaching journey and the knowledge he hopes to impart to his students. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
In this episode, Taye Johnson talks about her experience in the data analytics industry, overcoming challenges related to her gender and age as well as the future of tech. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/blacknessworkplace)
We interview Adonica Randall, the founder and CEO of Abaxent, LLC, a technology solutions company about her journey into the tech space, the future of tech and why more Black professionals should consider a career in tech.
In this episode of our Black in Tech series, we interview Patricia Gatlin about her experience recruiting young professionals into STEM careers.
The first episode in our Black In Tech mini-series where we interview Black professionals from a variety of fields in the STEM/Tech space. In this episode, we talk with Harrison Wheeler, UX designer at Linkedin about his career journey.
In this episode, Jessica recaps 2020 as well as the recent white terrorist attack of the US Capitol on Jan 6, 2021, and the future of Blackness and the Workplace.
In the season finale of Season One, host Jessica talks about the success of Blackness and the Workplace, the election, and its impact.
In this final episode of the Rebuilding Black Wall Street series, we talk with Majorie Rucker about the challenges and opportunities Black-Owned Businesses faced.
In this episode, we discuss Black Wealth. What it is and why it isn't always just about having money in the bank. Martinez White, financial planner and founder of Institution Productions, join us for today's episode.
In this episode of Rebuilding Black Wall Street, we talk about the importance of money, living within a budget, and living under your means. We also discuss how to create a budget and what you need to do to meet your savings goals!
What is credit? Why is credit important? How can good/bad credit impact your future? In this episode of our Rebuilding Black Wall Street series, we talk about credit and why it matters with Kanisha Hines, owner of Credit Fit Restoration.
We continue part 2 on employment rights with Rebecca Lopez an attorney representing employers/business as she talks about right-to-work laws, social media, and what it means for employees.