129: You’re Underpaid And Loyal. Here’s How to Fix One Without Sacrificing the Other
We break down the loyalty tax, the hidden pay penalty that can hit Black professional women who stay loyal to a company while the market
We break down the loyalty tax, the hidden pay penalty that can hit Black professional women who stay loyal to a company while the market
This episode breaks down why introverted Black women are uniquely positioned for executive leadership and how to build executive presence without code-switching, over-performing, or burning yourself out.
You’ve been told to smile more, be warmer, and make people comfortable — but that’s not executive presence. That’s performance. In this episode, Dr. Nicole
In this conversation, Dr. Nicole discusses the concept of executive presence, particularly focusing on how it affects Black introverted women in the workplace. She highlights
In this episode, we dig into how systems rename trauma as “executive presence” or “communication style,” for Black introverted women and this confusion is costly.
“Executive presence” is the most overused—and undefined—feedback Black women leaders receive. In this episode, I break down why executive presence advice is failing Black women,
The spark you rode into January has faded, the days feel heavier, and even simple tasks take more effort than they should. You’re not broken—you’re
If you’ve ever felt like the last to know, outside the circle, or fluent in the words but not the meaning of workplace jargon, this
In this conversation, Dr. Nicole emphasizes the importance of embracing one’s unique leadership style, whether you are an introvert or dealing with social anxiety. She
The calendar is packed, the inbox is loud, and the economy won’t stop buzzing in the background—so how do you lead well without losing yourself?