Ep 27: A Conversation On Public Speaking, Presence and People Skills - How Public Speaking Coach Sherhara Downing is Making Human Interaction Effortless for Working Women
Release Date: 02/17/2021
Ep 47: A Conversation On Designing The Career And Life That You Want With Karen Goins, Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant
Black Women Talk Work
Myriha is joined in conversation by executive coach and leadership consultant, Karen Goins. After 20+ years in corporate, Karen made the decision to launch her own executive coaching and leadership consulting firm. From C-suite leaders, small business owners, and individuals simply looking to navigate the next phase of their career, Karen inspires and coaches current and future leaders on how to excel during today's rapidly changing world. Listen as we discuss what makes a good leader, the value that a good coach can bring to your life and career, her advice for finding your purpose, and...
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Ep 46: A Conversation On Telling The Stories Of Black Women Who Made History With New York Times Bestselling Author, Victoria Christopher Murray
Black Women Talk Work
Myriha is joined in conversation by NYT bestselling and NAACP award-winning author, Victoria Christopher Murray. Victoria's latest novel, Harlem Rhapsody, details the story of Jessie Redmon Fauset, the hidden figure in Harlem who ignited the Harlem Renaissance — discovering renaissance writers like Langston Hughes, Nella Larson and Zora Neale Hurston. Listen as they discuss Victoria’s journey to becoming a writer, the importance and power of representation in literature, writing as a tool for liberation during the Harlem Renaissance, and why her new book, Harlem Rhapsody is a must have for...
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Ep 45: 3 Ways to Start Work Strong in 2025
Black Women Talk Work
Kicking off the new year with a solo episode, Myriha offers three ways to think about work this week and in the year ahead to start off strong and get the most out of your career in 2025. Keep the conversation going with us: Black Women Talk Work on Instagram more about Black Women Talk Work to Black Women Talk Work on YouTube Tell us resonated with you the most from this week's episode at [email protected]
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Ep 44: A Conversation On Building The Financial Foundation For Entrepreneurial Success With Deanna Brooks, CPA, Business Coach And Growth Strategist
Black Women Talk Work
This week we’re welcoming licensed certified public accountant (CPA), business coach and growth strategist, Deanna Brooks. Deanna gives us a glimpse into her own career journey from Big 4 accountant to business coach, now using her skillset to support small businesses in establishing a strong financial foundation to become scalable and profitable. We discuss what to look for in a business coach, what to avoid, and at what point in your entrepreneurial journey should you be working with a business coach. Deanna also debunks some of the biggest social media myths about growing and scaling a...
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Ep 43: A Conversation On The Practices, The People, And The Many Paths To Maintaining Mental Health And Wellbeing At Work With Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, Host Of The Award-Winning Podcast, Therapy For Black Girls
Black Women Talk Work
This week, we’re welcoming Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, Licensed Psychologist and Host of the award-winning mental health podcast, Therapy for Black Girls. We’re discussing workplace trauma, self-care, and what these can look like for Black women in today’s work environment, as well as who you need in your personal tribe when trying to stay mentally healthy while navigating your career. As she reflects on a decade of Therapy for Black Girls, Dr. Joy also shares what she hopes Black women and girls will continue to takeaway from the platform over the next decade. To learn more about...
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Ep 42: A Conversation On Birthing Justice for Black Women with Monique Matthews, Award-Winning Filmmaker and Writer
Black Women Talk Work
Myriha is joined in conversation by Monique Matthews, co-writer and director of the feature length documentary, "Birthing Justice." This film explores the role of racism and inequities within our healthcare system that endanger Black women during this particularly critical moment in our lives. The film also tells the stories and highlights the voices of the people and the organizations that are fighting for systemic change to ensure the best birthing practices for all women at hospitals across the country. Listen as they discuss the power of celebrating the joy in the Black birthing...
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Ep 41: A Conversation On Embracing Our Money Stories With Rebecca Walker, Feminist and Author Of WOMEN TALK MONEY: Breaking the Taboo
Black Women Talk Work
Myriha is joined in conversation by writer, activist, feminist and author, Rebecca Walker. Listen as they discuss Rebecca’s latest book, WOMEN TALK MONEY: Breaking the Taboo, a beautiful and incredibly insightful collection of 29 essays by women writers, activists and more, each offering a very transparent look into their personal relationship with money, and its inevitable impact on other aspects of their lives and identity as a woman. Rebecca also dives into her own belief systems around money and how they evolved over the years growing up as the daughter of novelist, poet and activist...
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Ep 40: A Conversation On Writing In The Key Of Black With Jayne Allen, Author Of The Black Girls Must Die Exhausted Trilogy
Black Women Talk Work
Myriha is joined in conversation by Jayne Allen, Harvard-trained attorney and engineer, and author of the Black Girls Must Die Exhausted novel trilogy. Listen as they discuss Jayne’s journey to published author, the makings of her novel protagonist Tabitha Walker, and what she hopes Black women will take away from this trilogy that has been embraced by women all over the world. To learn more about Jayne Allen: website: Instagram: Jayne’s Book Genius Jayne's book pick: Keep the conversation going with Black Women Talk Work: website: Instagram: Facebook:
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Ep 39: A Conversation On Film, Love and Finding Your Way Back To Your Craft - Felicia Pride, TV Writer, Producer And Award-Winning Filmmaker, Talks Storytelling And Her Journey To Hollywood
Black Women Talk Work
Today’s episode features T.V. writer, producer and award-winning filmmaker, Felicia Pride. Felicia has written on Ava DuVernay’s “Queen Sugar,” and is currently a producer on “Grey’s Anatomy” in addition to developing shows with FX and Netflix. In 2020, Felicia’s film Really Love, for which she is the writer and executive producer, debuted on Netflix, becoming a Top Ten Movie on the platform and quickly cementing its place among the classics, depicting the expansiveness of Black love through romance, friendship, art and much more. Through her production company,...
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Ep 38: A Conversation On Black Writers, Black Resistance, And Telling The Stories Of Our Youth - Renée Watson, Co-Author Of The 1619 Project: Born On The Water, Talks Her Journey To Becoming A Writer
Black Women Talk Work
This week’s episode features Renée Watson, #1 New York Times Bestselling author, educator, and community activist. With a focus on Black youth and particularly Black girls, Renée’s poetry and fiction explores themes of home, identity, and the intersections of race, class, and gender. Her children’s books and novels for teens have received international recognition and awards, including the Coretta Scott King Award and the Newbery Honor. Renée most recently co-authored the children’s adaptation of Nikole Hannah-Jones’ Pulitzer Prize-winning 1619 Project,...
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