Ep 45: 3 Ways to Start Work Strong in 2025

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 much more.   Keep the conversation going with us: Connect with Karen Goins on LinkedIn Follow Black Women Talk Work on Instagram Learn more about Black Women Talk Work Tell us resonated with you the most from this week's episode at [email protected]

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 your 2025 reading list.   Keep up with Victoria Christopher Murray: Order Harlem Rhapsody  Learn more about Victoria's work Follow Victoria on social media   Keep the conversation going with us: Follow Black Women Talk Work on Instagram Learn more about Black Women Talk Work Tell us what resonated with you the most from this week's episode at [email protected]

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: Follow Black Women Talk Work on Instagram Learn more about Black Women Talk Work Subscribe to Black Women Talk Work on YouTube Tell us resonated with you the most from this week's episode at [email protected]

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 business, while also offering her take on the power of leveraging community and resources as an entrepreneur, and the invaluable lessons learned from taking the slow and steady path.   To work with and learn more about Deanna Brooks: Follow Deanna Brooks (@deannabthecpa) on Instagram Sign Up for her upcoming free training - Plugging the Profit Leaks: Financial Mastery for Multi-Million Dollar E-Commerce Brands Keep the conversation going with us: Follow us on Instagram Learn more about Black Women Talk Work Tell us resonated with you the most from this week's episode!

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 Dr. Joy and Therapy for Black Girls: Follow Dr. Joy and Therapy for Black Girls on Instagram Listen to the latest episode of the Therapy for Black Girls podcast Read Dr. Joy’s first book, Sisterhood Heals Keep the conversation going with us: Follow us on Instagram Learn more about Black Women Talk Work Tell us resonated with you the most from this week's episode!

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 experience on the journey to justice, and much more.    To learn more about Monique Matthews: Website: moniquenmatthews.me Instagram: @moniquenmatthews Monique's book pick: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston To view Birthing Justice: To schedule a screening of the film Birthing Justice, head over to birthingjustice.com to connect with the team. The film is also available right now on PBS:  https://www.pbs.org/show/birthing-justice/ Keep the conversation going with Black Women Talk Work: Website: blackwomentalkwork.com Instagram: @blackwomentalkwork Facebook: 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 Alice Walker. Ultimately, through WOMEN TALK MONEY, Rebecca is offering women a safe and nonjudgmental calling to embrace their own money story, the good and the bad, and use it to build an abundant and financially strong future.   To learn more about Rebecca Walker: website: rebeccawalker.com Instagram: @iamrebeccawalker  Keep the conversation going with Black Women Talk Work: website: blackwomentalkwork.com Instagram: @blackwomentalkwork Facebook: 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: jayneallen.com Instagram: @jayneallenwrites Jayne’s Book Genius Book Marketing and Publishing Course Jayne's book pick: The Creation Frequency  Keep the conversation going with Black Women Talk Work: website: blackwomentalkwork.com Instagram: @blackwomentalkwork Facebook: 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, Honey Chile, Felicia is committed to producing cultural content centering the full lives of Black women over the age of 40.   Listen as Felicia takes us through her journey from writer to screen writer and filmmaker, including how a seven year hiatus from her craft ultimately led her to embracing the gift, commitment and purpose of being a storyteller.   To learn more about Felicia's work and her production company visit: feliciapride.com and honey-chile.com   Keep up with Black Women Talk Work: Website Instagram Facebook

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, titled The 1619 Project: Born on the Water.    Listen as we discuss Renée’s journey to becoming a writer, including how a school assignment led to her first published novel portraying the experiences of Black youth during Hurricane Katrina, and how her upcoming book, Maya’s Song, was an opportunity to honor one of the biggest influences on her career, Maya Angelou. We also discuss the importance of Black writers staying true to their vision and continuing to tell our stories, even amid legislation and national movements that seek to limit their ability to do so.     To learn more about Renée’s work visit: www.reneewatson.net   Keep up with Black Women Talk Work: Website Instagram Facebook