Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women

Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women—the podcast where we Support, Amplify, Validate, and Elevate Black Women ALWAYS!

Lucky by Design: Engineering Success and Your Corporate Exit Strategy 05/07/2026

Navigating Corporate Systems: How Black Women Can Protect Their Energy and Ambition 05/04/2026

Beyond "Corporate Minimum Wage": How Black Women are Accessing the 1% Wealth Playbook 04/30/2026

63 is the New 30: Former Barbie Creative Lead on Layoffs, Legacy & Ditching the Number 04/27/2026

Layoff to $50K+ Government Contracts: How to Pivot Corporate Skills into Six‑Figure Government Contracts 04/23/2026

How to Build a 6-Figure Investment Portfolio (Even After Getting Laid Off) 04/20/2026

From Google Exec to Franchise Owner: Why Ownership is the Ultimate Security 04/16/2026

I Quit My $300k+ Tech Job to Find Peace: Ending Corporate Burnout 04/13/2026

Mastering Corporate Mindfulness: How to Reset Your Nervous System & Beat Anxiety 04/09/2026

The Corporate Lie: Why Your Job Title is Not Your Identity 04/06/2026

How to Stay Visible and Valuable in Corporate America: Your Homegirl in HR Breaks It Down 04/02/2026

How to Stay Visible and Valuable in Corporate America: Your Homegirl in HR Breaks It Down This episode launches The Corporate Baddie Series, a new conversation focused on helping Black women protect their careers and stay ready inside corporate America. Kamika is joined by Latoya Haynes, an executive coach and Human Resources leader, to break down what it actually takes to remain visible, valuable, and in motion at work. They discuss why staying in one role too long can quietly stall your career, how to keep a “ready plan” active, and why your career strategy should never depend solely on what your employer is doing. Latoya advocates for the PIE model: Performance, Image, and Exposure. She explains why overperforming alone isn’t enough for advancement. Together, they explore how to build exposure authentically, identify strategic advocates, use HR as a resource, and negotiate compensation beyond base salary. Kamika closes the episode with the S.A.V.E. Strategy, focusing on S for Support: redefining what real support looks like at work and why Black women don’t have to navigate corporate spaces alone. La Toya T. Haynes is an executive coach, Human Resources leader, and founder of The Talent Practice, where she helps high‑performing women be seen, valued, and advance their careers. With more than 27 years of corporate experience, she brings a strategic, human‑centered approach to supporting leaders across all levels of the organization. Business: The Talent Practice - LinkedIn: (personal) LinkedIn: (business) Instagram: Threads: X: @LaToyaTHaynes Subscribe to Black Women Will Save Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Interested in sharing your story, email info@blackwomenwillsaveblackwomen You can find Kamika at: Linked In- Instagram- Substack- TikTok- Threads- @kamikatdillard /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40553725

How to Close a Business with Intention- Part 3: How to Let Go of a Business Strategically 03/30/2026

How to Close a Business with Intention- Part 3: How to Let Go of a Business Strategically In Part 3 of this three‑part entrepreneurship series, Kamika and business consulting expert AnGèle Cade talk about how to close a business with intention and let go strategically. They reframe business closure as a leadership decision, not a personal failure and unpack the cost of holding on past a business’s prime, why exit planning should begin early and how founders can transition with clarity instead of urgency. Together, they walk through strategic exit options including acquisition, franchising, succession and intentional sunsetting, along with the protections founders need in place for unexpected transitions. They also discuss how to recognize the value of non‑physical assets like data, brand equity, and intellectual property and how exiting well creates legacy instead of loss. Kamika closes the episode with the S.A.V.E. Strategy, focusing on V for Validate: validating that choosing to end a business chapter is not quitting, failing, or giving up. It’s discernment. It’s leadership. And it’s allowed. Series arc: Part 1 — How to Start a Business the Right Way Part 2 — How to Sustain a Business Without Burning Out Part 3 — How to Close a Business With Intention AnGèle M. Cade is a business consulting expert with over twenty years of experience helping entrepreneurs build strong, compliant business structures. She’s the CEO and Founder of Executive On the Go, and is widely known as the go‑to professional for helping founders protect their assets, plan strategically, and build businesses that last. Business and social media links: Instagram: Website: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40549900

How to Sustain a Business Without Burning Out- Part 2: What Keeps Black Women Founders Stuck 03/26/2026

How to Sustain a Business Without Burning Out- Part 2: What Keeps Black Women Founders Stuck In Part 2 of this three‑part entrepreneurship series, Kamika opens the Fail Forward File with a candid reflection on building a business on vibes instead of systems and what it cost to untangle later. She’s joined by business consulting expert AnGèle Cade to talk about what happens after the launch, when maintenance, delegation and reinvestment become unavoidable. Together, they name the realities Black women founders often carry alone: underestimating ongoing business upkeep, accidentally creating a job instead of a business, trying to grow everything at once and burning out in the process. They explore how to shift from operator to owner, why building in phases matters and how reinvesting in your business protects long‑term sustainability, while also discussing the power of relationships, entering rooms you weren’t invited to, building communal tables for Black women and why authenticity isn’t a liability, it’s the strategy. Kamika closes with the S.A.V.E. Strategy for the week: Equip: choosing systems and support that match your current stage of growth. This episode is for founders who are already in business and want to stay in it, without burning out or shrinking themselves. AnGèle M. Cade is a consulting expert with over twenty years of experience helping entrepreneurs build strong, compliant business structures. She’s the CEO and Founder of Executive On the Go, and is widely known as the go‑to professional for helping founders protect their assets, plan strategically, and build businesses that last. Business and social media links: Instagram: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40549225

How to Start a Business the Right Way- Part 1: What Most Black Women Are Never Told 03/23/2026

Money, Boundaries, and Hard Decisions in Uncertain Times 03/19/2026

Money, Boundaries, and Hard Decisions in Uncertain Times Financial clarity for Black women navigating layoffs and income disruption. In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika opens the Fail Forward File with her own story of bankruptcy. Not as a failure, but as a lesson in waiting too long, carrying shame, and sacrificing health in the name of “doing the right thing.” She sits with financial expert Dr. Lynn Richardson for a grounded conversation about money decisions Black women are forced to make when income becomes uncertain. This episode blends intimate truth with a practical playbook: living “check to Monday” even at a high income, unlearning cultural money habits, setting financial boundaries with family and friends, and reframing tools like bankruptcy as pathways to recovery rather than punishment. Dr. Richardson breaks down why more money doesn’t fix a money problem without education, how wealthy people protect assets early, and why multiple income streams create resilience. Kamika closes with the S.A.V.E. Strategy: S for Support, reminding us that financial freedom is peace, not performance. Dr. Lynn Richardson is a nationally recognized financial expert, author, and media personality with nearly three decades of experience in finance and real estate. Named one of Urban Influence Magazine’s 20 Hottest Influencers in America, she’s known for her sharp wit and practical approach to money education. Dr. Richardson is a recurring financial expert on Good Morning America, Fox Business, The Steve Harvey Show, and BET, and the creator of New W.E.A.L.T.H. University, a platform focused on economic literacy and legacy building for Black communities Business and social media links: New Wealth University (NWU) Instagram: @newwealthuniversity Facebook: Dr. Lynn Richardson Instagram: X: TikTok: Threads: LinkedIn: Facebook: For the audience: Please feel free to text Dr. Lynn at (310) 349-3690 Website: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40390150

The Kamala Effect: A Global Corporate Breakup for Black Women 03/16/2026

Aligned to Ascend: How TikTok Became the Catalyst for Doing the Uncomfortable 03/12/2026

Burnout, Being Fired and Betting on Yourself 03/09/2026

Do It Scared: How to Start Imperfectly and Grow 03/05/2026

Laid Off and Unbothered 03/02/2026

Laid Off and Unbothered In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika Dillard opens the Fail Forward File with a reflection on control and what happens when you try to manage outcomes, timing, and other people’s opinions, and why peace only comes from focusing on what’s actually yours to hold. She’s joined by Brittany Dandy, Senior Integrated Producer and founder of Ode to Us Wellness, for a grounded conversation about navigating layoffs, negotiating severance, and protecting your self‑worth during career transitions. Together, they unpack what preparation really looks like: from financial readiness and multiple income streams to motherhood planning and building stability without panic. Kamika closes the episode with the S.A.V.E. Strategy, flipping the S from Support to Simplify. When life feels overwhelming, the work is to simplify your focus, energy, and expectations—asking Is this mine to control? Brittany Dandy is a Senior Integrated Producer and founder of Ode to Us Wellness, a femtech company focused on improving the perinatal experience for Black women and women of color. Her work sits at the intersection of storytelling, wellness, and culture while using media and design to reimagine care, visibility, and support. Instagram handle: @odetouswellness @brittanycdandy Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: https://blackwomenwillsaveblackwomen.... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackwomensaveblackwomen/ Interested in sharing your story, email us at info@blackwomenwillsaveblackwomen.com You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamikadillard/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamikatdillard/ Substack: https://substack.com/@kamikadillard TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@missktdillard... Threads: https://www.threads.com/@kamikatdillard /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40274330

The Forced Pause: When Your Body Makes You Slow Down 02/26/2026

The Forced Pause: When Your Body Makes You Slow Down In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika opens this week’s Fail Forward File with a reflection on impatience, burnout, and what happens when Black women push past their limits instead of listening to their bodies. Kamika is joined in the sanctuary by Tanisha ‘Coach T’ Stewart, who shares how a near‑death experience during COVID reshaped her relationship with health, faith, and purpose. This ultimately lead to her to exit from corporate life into fitness and community‑centered wellness. Together, they explore what our bodies are trying to tell us, why health is often the first thing sacrificed during career transitions, and how to prioritize yourself with intention instead of pressure. The conversation also makes space for perimenopause and menopause, simple wellness habits that actually stick, and treating your body like your most valuable asset and not an afterthought. The episode closes with this week’s S.A.V.E. Strategy: Elevate—a reminder that choosing your health, honoring your limits, and slowing down is not falling behind. It’s leadership. Tanisha “Coach T” Stewart is the owner of Kid Fit LLC, Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist, NASM Personal Trainer, and the creator of Pray. Shed. Win! Coach T is passionate about helping women over 40 transform their bodies and lives while also teaching nearly 650 kids as a PE Specialist. She’s been a featured presenter at state conferences, nominated multiple times for Teacher of the Year, and brings unmatched energy to every stage she steps on. Connect with Coach T: FB: Instagram: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40160910

Name the Fear: When the Paycheck and Title Are Gone 02/23/2026

From Federal Job to Financial Freedom 02/19/2026

From Federal Job to Financial Freedom What happens when your federal job disappears and you have to rebuild your finances from scratch? In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika explores boundaries, burnout, and the real path from a federal career to financial freedom with Jodi‑Kaye Wade. She opens the Fail Forward File with a reflection on what it costs when you ignore your own limits and why boundaries only work when you enforce them. Together, Kamika and Jodi- Kayre unpack what it looks like to rebuild after job loss, navigate pregnancy and postpartum recovery, and create financial stability on new terms by covering multiple income streams, credit repair, and pursuing homeownership with clarity instead of fear.The episode closes with the S.A.V.E. Strategy, centering the V on Vitality: a reminder that rest, energy protection, and holistic well‑being are not rewards, but requirements. Jodi-Kaye Wade is a financial coach, mortgage loan officer, and Founder & CEO of Reliance Financial Solutions, where she helps clients repair credit, become mortgage-ready, and build generational wealth with intention—especially those who’ve been told “no” before. A licensed Mortgage Loan Officer serving DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Florida, she specializes in guiding first-time homebuyers, investors, and busy professionals through the loan process with clarity and strategy. With over a decade of experience leading global economic development initiatives across Africa, Jodi-Kaye brings a justice-centered, practical approach to money, homeownership, and financial power. Social Media: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Websites: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/40161010

The Feedback You Owe Yourself 02/16/2026

The Climb Is Bigger Than the Job: Accountability, Survival, and Starting Again 02/12/2026

The Climb Is Bigger Than the Job: Accountability, Survival, and Starting Again In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika opens the Fail Forward File with an analogous reflection on Mount Everest and the truth that reaching the summit means knowing when to slow down, ask for help, or take a different route. She’s joined in the sanctuary by Pamela Nanton, a fashion industry veteran and 20‑year breast cancer survivor, who shares how she made peace with taking a few steps down in title and level to secure her next opportunity while still honoring her long‑term vision and pursuing her entrepreneurial work. Pamela talks candidly about layoffs, relocation, and choosing sustainability over ego in a cutthroat industry. The episode closes with this week’s S.A.V.E. Strategy flips the A to Accountability: a reminder that accountability is the rope that keeps us connected on the climb, especially when the path forward requires humility, honesty, and trust. Pamela Nanton is a fashion industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience, first inspired by her mother’s love of sewing while growing up in Dallas, Texas. A 20‑year breast cancer survivor, Pamela carries a perspective shaped by resilience and a simple truth she lives by: don’t sweat the small stuff. Her journey has taken her across the country, through seasons of healing, creativity, and partnership. She and her husband have been married for 12 years and have shared both life and work along the way. Socials/ Business Handles: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/39998330

Six Layoffs Later… 02/09/2026

Six Layoffs Later… In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika Dillard opens the Fail Forward File by naming an outdated work ethic she built earlier in life that no longer serves her in this season. She reflects on the danger of half‑ass doing life while expecting million‑dollar results and the responsibility that comes with wanting more without honoring the work, rest, and intention required to sustain it. Kamika is joined by Chimere Brown, who shares her experience navigating six layoffs across tech and pharma, including the road trip she took after her most recent one to rest, reflect, and reconnect with herself. Chimere opens up about the emotional toll of repeated disruption, the importance of movement and community, and how this season led her to launch Crossroads + Callings: a podcast rooted in testimony, transition, and reminding people they are not alone on the other side of loss. The episode closes with this week’s S.A.V.E. Strategy: Elevate: an invitation to level up how you care for yourself, not through hustle or status, but through intention, nourishment, and choosing yourself first. Chimere Brown, MBA, PMP, is a seasoned leader with over 13 years of experience driving digital transformation, AI integration, and operational excellence across technology and pharmaceuticals. She has led strategic initiatives for companies including Salesforce, CareerBuilder, and Biogen, blending executional rigor with thoughtful leadership. Chimere is also the host of the Crossroads + Callings Podcast, where she explores stories of pivot, purpose, and navigating life’s major transitions. Her work is rooted in service, with ongoing volunteer leadership through organizations like Chicago Scholars and Project SYNCERE. Social Media Handles: Instagram: TikTok: Apple: Youtube: Pocket Casts: Spotify: Overcast: Substack: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/39998200

Productivity, Pressure, and the Power of Play: Escaping Corporate Burnout 02/05/2026

Pregnancy, a Pink Slip, and a Pivot 02/02/2026

Pregnancy, a Pink Slip, and a Pivot In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika opens the Fail Forward File by introducing the E.V.O.L.V.E. framework: a reminder that resetting doesn’t work if you don’t address the reason a reset feels necessary. She challenges the urge to start over without reflection and invites listeners to choose evolution instead. Kamika is joined in the sanctuary by Alexis Watts, founder and CEO of A Watts Collective, who shares her journey through a high‑risk pregnancy, a NICU stay, and the emotional fallout of being let go from corporate America. Alexis reflects on grief, misplaced loyalty, and the moment she realized corporate is not family, before stepping into the pivot that led her to entrepreneurship. She walks us through stopping the job search, accepting support, working for free to build systems, and leaning on years of networking to launch her agency with zero funding and a newborn—showing how consistency, kindness, and vision can turn disruption into direction. The episode closes with this week’s S.A.V.E. Strategy: Support & Amplify—a reminder to support yourself by telling your story and letting your evolution be seen. Alexis Watts is the Founder & CEO of A.Watts Collective, a Colorado-based marketing and PR agency known for its boots-on-the-ground approach and powerhouse brand strategy. After returning from maternity leave following a high-risk pregnancy, Alexis was unexpectedly let go — a moment that changed everything. Instead of breaking her, it became the catalyst for her greatest transformation. Within months, she launched A.Watts Collective with zero funding and a newborn at home. Today, her agency has grown into a fast-scaling firm serving franchises, hospitality brands, business districts, and attractions across the region. Known by many as the “Kris Jenner of Marketing,” Alexis is celebrated for her ability to elevate businesses and create opportunity wherever she goes. Connect with Alexis: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/39965145

Use Your Voice: Why Black Women Must Keep Pivoting 01/29/2026

Use Your Voice: Why Black Women Must Keep Pivoting In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika opens the Fail Forward File by naming the power of using your voice especially in seasons of uncertainty, layoffs, and forced pivots. She reflects on why silence costs Black women more than speaking up and how telling the truth becomes a strategy for survival. She’s joined by Nikki Free, journalist, cultural commentator, and creator of 92 Seconds of News with Nikki Free. Nikki shares the story behind the viral 92% image, her journey through multiple career pivots, and why Black women must keep reimagining work beyond corporate America. Together, they unpack layoffs, capitalism, confidence, and the importance of building income streams that honor your expertise and your life. The episode closes with this week’s S.A.V.E. Strategy: Elevate: a call to elevate your voice, your value, and your vision as you move forward with intention. Nikki Free is a cultural force blending bold fashion, unapologetic truth‑telling, and sharp political commentary. With over 30 years in journalism and communications, she’s the creator of 92 Seconds of News with Nikki Free and the viral 92% image that captured Black women’s collective exhaustion and clarity after the 2024 election. Through her platforms and her 200K‑strong Freehive community, Nikki centers Black women over 40—championing confidence, cultural critique, and the freedom to live fully, loudly, and unapologetically. Connect with Nikki Free: Instagram: YouTube: TikTok: Facebook: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/39923730

Everything Happens for a Reason 01/26/2026

Everything Happens for a Reason In this episode of Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women, Kamika opens the Fail Forward File by unpacking ghosting as a professional habit—and why choosing silence over conversation can be a missed opportunity for growth. She reflects on accountability, respect for time, and what it really means to fail forward. She’s joined in the sanctuary by Lynese Rawlins, a longtime HR professional who shares how a layoff led her into a season of rest, spiritual grounding, and entrepreneurship. Lenise walks us through launching Roots to Press, her New Jersey‑based cold‑pressed juice and sea moss brand, building community through intention, and navigating both financial preparation and uncertainty. The episode closes with this week’s S.A.V.E. Strategy: Elevate—a reminder that rejection doesn’t define you. It refines you. Every no is a stepping stone to what’s next. Lynese Rawlins, a seasoned HR professional with over 9 years of experience in people strategy, leadership development, and building high-performing, heart centered cultures. After nearly a decade helping teams and executives thrive, Lynese took a leap of faith turning her passion for wellness into her purpose. She is now the founder and CEO of Roots to Press, a New Jersey based cold-pressed juice/sea moss and wellness brand inspiring others to live healthier, more intentional lives one bottle at a time. Lynese is a proud dog mom, avid fitness queen and entrepreneur, who’s learning to balance business ownership, family, and self-care, all while staying deeply grounded in her faith and community. Her journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and rooted purpose & proof that it’s never too late to pivot, pour into yourself, and press forward. LinkedIn: Business Page: Personal Page: Subscribe to Black Women S.A.V.E. Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Visit our website: Instagram: Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: Interested in sharing your story, email us at You can find Kamika at: LinkedIn: Instagram: Substack: TikTok: Threads: /episode/index/show/7a2e7021-20cc-4adf-867e-e7edff2ba6a6/id/39770420

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