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**Trill MBA Show – The Career Management Podcast for Black Women**

Being You, A Black Woman, is hard…especially in Corporate America. There are too many hurdles thrown at us as we try to climb the ladder of success. From microaggressions against you and your hair to the lack of advocates and sponsors everyone needs. Someone please just tell us what to do to make corporate America work for us! The Trill MBA Show is here to help you fight these battles by giving you the strategies that work, straight…no chaser. With our host, Felicia aka The Trillest MBA you will ever know, the Trill MBA Show curates the real truth to help you survive and thrive in Corporate America.

Latest Episodes:

Build Your Relationship Wall Part 2 Apr 25, 2021

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S5:Ep 12

Build Your Relationship Wall Part 2

In this episode, I follow up on Episode 7 and do the double click on strategically building a relationship wall of advocates. Now that you have your target list, what do you say once you sit down and meet with them? Hint: You need to prepare and be intentional.

Corporate Warrior Spotlight: Erika Alexander, Chief Global Officer, Global Operations, Marriott International

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Sources:

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-build-relationships

How to Win Friends and Influence People

The Silence Is Deafening: Black Lives Don’t Matter Apr 18, 2021

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S5:Ep 11

The Silence Is Deafening: Black Lives Don’t Matter

In this episode, I talk about how to survive showing up at work while dealing with the continuous killing of black people.

To say that the continuous killing of unarmed black and brown people, the mass shootings, and the blatant racism is weighing on us heavy…..that is a gross understatement.

And the silence at work along with the stupid things they say when they do open their mouths…..It’s A LOT!!!

So how do we manage this? I don’t have all the answers but I have some tips and tricks to help you navigate your workplace and maintain some sense of sanity.

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Do Black Lives REALLY Matter?: Lessons From The Coca-Cola Company Restructure Pt 2 Apr 11, 2021

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S5:Ep 10

Do Black Lives REALLY Matter: Lessons From The Coca-Cola Company Restructure Pt 2

In this episode, I take a deeper dive into my workplace experiences after the death of George Floyd and BLM social media posts.

This is my story. The views and opinions I share are my own.

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Sources:

Coke’s arch nemesis’s published social justice plan mentioned in this episode

Coke’s Social Justice Plan

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-being-less-white-shouldnt-concern-when-diversity-goals-enuha/

Emerging Stronger: Lessons From The Coca-Cola Company Restructure Pt 1 Apr 04, 2021

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S5:Ep 9

Emerging Stronger: Lessons From The Coca-Cola Company Restructure Pt 1

In this episode, I share the lessons learned from my experience working at The Coca-Cola Company through a restructuring during a global pandemic and a renewed fight for social justice.

The consultants branded the restructure Emerging Stronger. Demember 15, 2021, I was informed that my position was restructured and March 31, 2021 would be my last day of employment if I did not successfully interview and gain an offer for a new role in the new organization.

This is my story. The views and opinions I share are my own.

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Sources:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-being-less-white-shouldnt-concern-when-diversity-goals-enuha/

Are We Really Self-Aware? Mar 28, 2021

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S5:Ep 8

Are We Really Self-Aware?

In this episode, I do a bit of a deep dive into Self-Awareness as I bring you up to speed on my career journey.

Corporate Warrior Spotlight: Susan Somersille Johnson, CMO, Prudential Financial Inc.

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Sources:

https://hbr.org/2018/01/what-self-awareness-really-is-and-how-to-cultivate-it

Build Your Relationship Wall Part 1 Mar 21, 2021

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S5:Ep 7

Build Your Relationship Wall Part 1

In this episode, I break down how to strategically build a relationship wall of advocates. These relationships will not only advance your career but also help protect you from a horrible boss.

Corporate Warrior Spotlight: Laysha Ward, EVP & Cheif External Engagement Officer, Target Corporation

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How to Win Friends and Influence People

Sis, They Won’t Promote You? LEAVE!!! Mar 14, 2021

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S5:Ep 6

Sis, They Won’t Promote You? LEAVE!!!

In this episode, I discuss the tell-tale signs that it’s time for you to find a new career opportunity. Remember: Change may not feel good, but it’s can be SO GOOD!

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Sources:

https://www.fedex.com/en-us/about/leadership/ramona-hood.html

https://www.forbes.com/sites/dominiquefluker/2020/05/20/ramona-hood/?sh=483abe605087

https://hbr.org/2020/02/dont-quit-your-job-before-asking-yourself-these-questions

https://www.simplilearn.com/9-signs-of-career-stagnation-and-tips-to-overcome-it-article

Season 3: Episode 47

Lessons From Texas Mediocrity Mar 07, 2021

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S5:Ep 5

Lessons From Texas Mediocrity

In this episode, I break down the parallels and takeaways we can learn from the mediocrity that is Texas.
It truly is a case study in the excellence that people of color are forced to be every day.

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Unapologetically Productive with Michael Pittman Feb 28, 2021

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S5:Ep 4

Unapologetically Productive with Michael Pittman

In this episode, I convinced one of my work BFFs, Michael Pittman, to give us all his tips, tricks, and tactics for being highly productive and efficient at work.
Michael shares how he sets boundaries and what he does to manage his workload in fast-paced workplaces.

Corporate Warrior Spotlight: Glynis Bryan, CFO, Insight

Insight Chief Financial Officer Glynis Bryan learned this fiscal stewardship in the transportation industry. Then, in a mid-career move, she mastered the fluid, aggressive decision-making the IT field requires.

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Sources:

https://www.insight.com/en_US/about/management/glynis-bryan.html

https://www.mondofrank.com/pie/

A Love Life IS Good For Your Career! Part 2 Feb 21, 2021

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Winners of the I DECLARE LOVE Tickets: Anitra B., LaTarro T., Lakeisha W.

S5:Ep 3

A Love Life IS Good For Your Career! Part 2

Happy Sunday!

I’m in TEXAS y’all…. Pray for US.

In this episode, I continue my chat with Dating Coach, Matchmaker, and host of the Dating, Relationships, and Love podcast, Tennesha Wood.

Telling WAY TOO MUCH of my business….

We are laughing a lot while Tennesha continues to drop GEMS and we finish discussing the lessons we have learned on our journeys in our work life and love life.

Spoiler Alert: Relationships are GOOD for your CAREER!

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Sources:

Tennesha Wood is a dating coach, matchmaker, and founder of The Broom List; the first and only matchmaking firm dedicated to pairing marriage-minded Black professionals. DRL episode mentioned: S4:E08 Pure Potential

https://www.lifehack.org/articles/work/how-your-relationship -influences-your-career.html

https://source.wustl.edu/2014/09/spouses-personality-influences-career-success-study-finds/

https://www.inc.com/laura-garnett/3-reasons-why-being-in-love-can-benefit-yourcareer.html#:~:text=The%20resounding%20answer%20is%20yes,we%20get%20used%20to%20it.

https://www.bolde.com/5-reasons-put-career-ahead-love-life/