clockin' in

It's time to clock in! Kay and Elle are back with another episode. This time to vent a little and share some updates with the community. Clock in and share with your work homies! Kay's Consulting Firm: The Equity Studio, LLC - equity studio.org Follow us on Instagram @clockininpod

The ladies of the clockin' in podcast are back. We took a long hiatus to handle some of our own mental health needs. But it's time to finish out this series. So, tune into today's episode. We'll be wrapping up our series on mental health with some solutions. Also, you're in for a very special treat and message from V. :) No ABE this week.

It's time to clock in with Kay & Elle! This week's episode begins a two-part series on mental health, its intersection with being Black, and its intersection in the workplace. In part 1, we discuss the intersection of mental health and Blackness, as well as common mental health issues in the workplace. To begin, we want to be clear that this discussion is not exhaustive. We understand that we are not mental health professionals, but wanted to touch on a topic that is so important to many Black women's professional well-being. Likewise, we realize there are several implications we carry in our privilege as lighter skinned Black women, and how that plays a role in navigating mental health issues in the workplace. We recognize colorism at play in the workplace and understand our responsibility to recognize our privilege. So, just know that we WILL be discussing this more in part 2 when we talk through solutions. For now, we hope that we can shed light on some issues and take a deeper dive with you in a couple of weeks. Articles Mentioned: National Alliance on Mental Health: Black/African American World Health Organization: Mental Health in the Workplace ABE: Siyah Rose Luxury Candles - https://www.asiyahrose.com

Welcome to a new installment for the clockin' in podcast - Take Yo 15! For these shorter clips, Kay and Elle will tackle topics that deserve attention but may not deserve a full-length episode. To get it off our chest and bridge the gap between longer episodes. Today's episode, "Dress Code" is all about how Black women get the 3rd degree when we dress nice at work. We hope you enjoy! Let us know how you like the new addition!

Happy New Year! Kay & Elle are back with another episode of the clockin' in podcast. This episode breaks down email etiquette and how to best communicate in a professional, virtual setting. As always, we add some anecdotes and humor to get you through the content. P.S.: Kay's three-year old was experiencing some big feelings during the recording of the episode. You can hear her husband in the background trying to help her little work through those big feelings. Please give us grace, as we attempt to navigate this virtual world. :) No ABE this week.

What's up y'all? It's time to clock in with all 3 ladies this week! We know some of you are on holiday vacation, some are still working, and some are doing both (a little workday nap never hurt nobody). We're clockin' in for the final episode of 2021 to shoot the shit. We were really excited, so please excuse the audio quality in some places. We hope you get a few laughs and enjoy. Note: This episode was recorded before the finale of our beloved 'Insecure'. Keep that in mind. :) No ABE

It's time to clock in! Back from a much needed hiatus to take care of family and our professional lives, we're happy to be back talking all things PTO and how to streamline it for your teams. We call it "prepare the others" but you may have learned it as paid time off or personal time off. Either way, clock in with Elle & Kay as we break it down. No ABE

It's time to clock in! This week, Elle and Kay dive into going back to work while attempting to navigate microaggressions and a full blown pandemic. We quickly reprise solutions for microaggressions and couple them with the recommended risk mitigation activities for lowering your risk of catching and/or transmitting COVID-19. Listen and ask questions, if needed. ABE: Curves Website: https://curvesbyseanbrown.com IG: @curvesathome

It's time to clock in! Kay & Elle wrap up the 3rd installment to the Microaggressions series with a handful of solutions you can try to combat microagressions in the workplace. No ABE this week.

We're back! It's time to clock in with Kay and Elle for Microaggressions Part II. We give examples of the different types of microaggressions we've experienced and/or witnessed. ABE: The Black Pack Co https://theblackpack.co Remember, ABEs are not sponsored advertisements. They're simply Black businesses we recommend.

We're back, y'all! It's time to clock in with Elle and Kay. This week we introduce a 3-part series on microaggressions. Part I is all about what they are, levels, and types. As the weeks progress we'll dive even deeper into examples of microaggressions in our working lives and how to deal with them. Let us know in the comments on instagram what microaggressions you've experienced. We'll read them on Part II. American Psychological Association: Unmasking 'racial micro aggressions': https://www.apa.org/monitor/2009/02/microaggression Examples of Racial Microaggressions: https://sph.umn.edu/site/docs/hewg/microaggressions.pdf ABE: Twelve AM Los Angeles: https://twelveam.co Instagram: @twelveam.co

It's time to clock in, y'all! Elle and Kay try tackling practicing patience in the workplace. This one's a doozy to be purposeful about. Wouldn't you agree. Clock in and let us know how you protect your peace by practicing patience. No ABE this week.

It's time to clock in! Kay, V, and Elle talk about the intersection of racism and sexism on the work outcomes for Black women, and what we must do to fight for equity. V has a big announcement to make and we wrap up our thoughts on MAFS season 12 with a short commentary at the end. Check us out! Article Mentioned in Episode: Racism and Sexism Combine to Shortchange Working Black Women ABE: Henry Mask

It's time to clock in! Ever felt consistently devalued and disrespected in your workplace? We have too. This week, we break down a gallup article titled "Black Women in the Workplace" that talks about how Black women feel less valued and/or respected in the workplace than their white and Hispanic male and female counterparts. We talk about where the article got it right, and where it got it wrong. Join us and think about these things in your own professional lives as you listen. ABE: Oat Cinnamon - https://www.oatcinnamon.com ; IG: @oatcinnamon

It's time to clock in! Kay, V, and Elle are here for another shoot the shit episode. We discuss everything from our horrible weeks at our jobs, to being vegan, MAFS, Ready to Love, and more. We hope you enjoy. Please keep in mind that these are all jokes and no harm was intended. No ABE this week.

It's time to clock in! This week, Kay, V, and Elle explore the agitation, frustration, and damnation of working alongside average white men in their fields. And, although this is a well-recognized problem that many Black women face, the ladies have no real solution for our listeners. Except to either play the game, or choose violence (figuratively speaking)! Listen now! ABE: CultureFit Clothing https://www.culturefitclothing.com

It's time to clock in! This week we break down the experiences we've had working with Black managers who take an "I struggled so you have to struggle, as well" approach to their leadership style. To be clear, we understand that this conversation is far more nuanced than we could take it on an hour long podcast. We understand the white supremacist working structures that have formed some of the minds of older Black people in the workforce. What we hope is that our listeners can understand that these are our experiences and that many deal with this in their fields. We hope at least one person can relate. ABE: EventsbyKenna https://eventsbykenna.com ABE: BGM Wine https://www.mcbridesisters.com/Black-Girl-Magic

It's time to clock in! This week, we are highlighting Black women excelling in each of our fields - Education, Public Health/Health Equity, and the Arts/Design. It's important for us to give these brilliant Black women their flowers while we can. Read down below for information and links to sites for Amber Scott, Marcella Nunez-Smith, MD, MHS, and Aurora James. Amber Scott: Founder of LeapYear https://theleapyear.org Marcella Nunez-Smith, MD, MHS: Head of White House Health Equity Task Force Associate Dean for Health Equity Research and Associate Professor of Internal Medicine (General Medicine), of Epidemiology (Chronic Disease) and of Public Health (Social And Behavioral Sciences); Associate Dean, Health Equity Research; Founding Director, Equity Research and Innovation Center (ERIC), Yale School of Medicine; Director, Center for Research Engagement (CRE); Director, Center for Community Engagement and Health Equity; Deputy Director for Health Equity Research and Workforce Development, Yale... https://www.yalemedicine.org/specialists/marcella_nunez-smith Aurora James: Founder of Brother Vellies https://brothervellies.com/pages/about-brother-vellies

It's time to clock in! This week, Kay & Elle break down sponsorship and mentorship in the workplace, as well as the differences and similarities between the two. Black women often have neither and are left out of leadership conversations because of it. This must end. Join us this week. Let us know what you think! ABE 1: Predominantly Black - IG: @predominantlyblack ABE 2: LELIA+MAE Jewelry - IG: @leliaxmaejewelry

It's time to clock in with us! This week, V couldn't be with us, so we decided to do a bit of random shooting the shit. Talking about whatever comes to mind. We hope you enjoy our off the cuff banter! ABE: The Plant Project IG: @theplantproject_ Website: www.theimanproject.com/plantproject

It's time to clock in! This week, Kay, V, and Elle talk all things Black History Month pandering in the corporate world. The ladies take a deep dive into what we'll see from organizations this Black History Month, the promises they'll make, and why we don't want to hear these promises without action. Happy Black History Month, y'all! As a reminder, the All Black Everything (ABE) segments are not sponsored. These are simply Black businesses that the ladies enjoy engaging with and/or patronizing. Clockin' in listeners are encouraged to do the same. ABE #1: Boss Women Media: https://bosswomen.org | IG: @bosswomenmedia ABE #2: Black Women's Health Imperative: https://bwhi.org | IG: @blkwomenshealth

It's time to clock in! On this episode, Kay, V, and Elle dig in the crates for an older recording to discuss all things related to negotiating on the job. Whether you are just getting a new job and needing to negotiate salary, PTO, insurance, etc., OR you're being promoted and need to negotiate additional benefits and perks, we cover it all. Even the pitfalls that Black women often fall into when trying to negotiate well. There's some experienced advice in there too. Listen now!

Welcome back, y'all! It's time to clock in! This week, all three ladies welcome our listeners to a new podcast season by discussing our career goals for 2021! We also highlighted some excellent Black businesses in the 'All Black Everything' segments. Listen in and tell us what you think on our Instagram @clockininpod.

It's time to clock in! We're joined by V for the final episode of 2020. We wrap up the BS, the triumphs, and what we're taking into 2021 with us. Be safe and enjoy your holidays, y'all!

It's time to clock in with us! This week, we talk all things resumes, from good ones to those worthy of file #13. We also touch on ways Black women have been discriminated against when applying to jobs because of elements on our resumes.

It's time to clock in with Kay, Elle, and V! This week Kay & Elle had to stop and take a beat to talk about the election results and the new MVP: Madam Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. They had a little fun breaking down what it means for them personally and for Black women in the workplace. Now that the election is over, it's time to flip the senate! Donate to both Georgia Democrats at the links below to help their campaigns flip the senate. To Donate to Reverend Raphael Warnock's campaign, click the link here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/warnock-for-georgia_web?refcode=website&amount=25. To Donate to Jon Osoff's campaign, click the link here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_hp_ossoff?refcode=ms_hp_fr_2019.09.10_x_homepage_x__x__x. Remember, both candidates have to win to flip the senate blue! If you're a Georgia voter, here are some key dates for you to pay attention to: Nov. 18: Absentee ballots begin going out Dec. 7: Deadline to register Dec. 14: Early In-Person voting begins Jan. 5: Election Runoff Georgia law says if you will be 18 years old by Election Day, you will be able to register now and vote on Jan. 5.

It's time! Let's clock in. On this week's episode, the ladies discuss navigating politics in the workplace. Navigating literal politics and theoretical politics as a Black woman can be difficult and aggy as hell! Not to mention having to do these things where we clock in. V drops some gems, while Elle and Kay break it down. We hope y'all enjoy!

It's time! Clock in with us. On this week's episode, Kay and Elle give you a deeper dive into their professional expertise. Whether you're a designer, educator, or public health professional, we all gotta clock in!

Welcome to the Clockin' In podcast! In this episode, Elle & Kay introduce you to our podcast and give you a sneak peek at what we'll discuss every other week.