Doin' it Without A Plan

Season 2 of What We Doin' kicks off with a question that's been bothering me for years: why do some people get grace at work and others get managed out? I've seen leaders with multiple HR complaints get executive coaches while employees dealing with crappy life events get countdown clocks to termination. Same company, different standards. In this episode, I break down the math organizations are doing behind closed doors, share real stories from my HR work, and explain why this double standard is costing companies more than they realize. It's time we talk about who really gets to be human at work.

Starting a new role? The pressure to prove yourself can be loud, but moving too fast often backfires. In this episode of What We Doin’?, I break down how to pace your impact in those critical first 60, 90, and 180 days on the job. We’ll talk about why companies resist quick change (even when it’s needed), how to avoid being labeled the “know it all,” and three moves you can make in every role to build trust, credibility, and lasting influence.

From sitting on the sidelines to finally getting in the game, Season 1 of What We Doin’? has been a journey of starting, stumbling, and still showing up. In this finale, I reflect on the lessons I’ve learned along the way: creating even when no one’s watching, finding joy in the process, and learning that progress doesn’t mean perfect. It means consistent, honest growth. I’m also giving you a glimpse of what’s next in Season 2, where the conversations begin to shift more toward the work I live every day. Leadership, culture, HR, authenticity, and the courage to keep building when the overnight fix doesn’t come. Season 1 is officially done. Season 2 is already rolling. Let’s keep growing, together.

When I first used Canva, it saved me. Then I heard someone I admired tear it apart, and I started to doubt myself. The same thing happens with AI today. In this episode of What We Doin’?, I share why it’s time to silence what “they said” and how to embrace new tools with clarity and courage.✨Follow and message letting me know what's some of your go to's or favorite new finds/tools you're using! @whatwedoinayeshia on IG. As always, if you like it, if it helps, did it resonate? Share with your friends and fam!

You don’t need a reason to laugh till you snort. Or to wear something ridiculous to the grocery store. This episode is your cozy permission slip to stop performing and start playing. No hustle. No pressure. Just joy, on purpose. ✨Follow and message, I want to know what fun you’re getting into - @whatwedoinayeshia on IG. As always, if you like it, if it helps, did it resonate? Share with your friends and fam!

You ever feel like you’re showing up, getting things done, hitting the deadlines...but inside? You’re dust. Dry. Done. This episode is for the folks who are doin’ it burnt out, barely holding it together but still somehow pushing forward. I’m sharing what burnout actually feels like, how it sneaks into our lives, and how to keep going without destroying yourself in the process. It’s not a TED Talk. It’s not a checklist. It’s real, raw, and the reminder you didn’t know you needed. Because tired isn’t weak. It’s human. ✨ Follow @whatwedoinayeshia on IG 🕊️ Message me what you thought of this episode at [email protected] 🌱 Share with a friend or two, let’s grow together!

This episode is all about navigating life when you're juggling it all as a parent, leader, business owner, and creative with little help. I’m sharing what led to my break from the podcast and a recent conversation that shifted how I see partnership and support. If you’ve ever felt like you're carrying it all alone, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about giving ourselves grace, choosing our priorities, and honoring our own path. Journaling Prompt: What am I glamorizing in someone else’s journey that I can begin to honor or embrace in my own? Follow, share, and connect with me on IG @whatwedoinayeshia

Creating without applause, clarity, or a guarantee What if the most important part of your journey happens when no one’s watching? In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to keep showing up when the lights are off, the audience is silent, and the outcome is unclear. This one’s for the folks building in silence, doubting their own consistency, and wondering if it’s all worth it. (Spoiler: It is.) People are exhausted by hustle culture but still want to make progress. This episode reminds them that growth in the shadows is still growth. Journaling Prompt: What am I creating or nurturing right now that no one sees? What keeps me going? Follow, share, and connect with me on IG @whatwedoinayeshia

Feel stuck waiting for the “perfect” plan? In this episode, we talk about taking action before you have it all figured out. Real stories, real encouragement, and practical tips to help you start where you are, with what you’ve got. Follow, share, and connect with me on IG @whatwedoinayeshia.

In a world where content creation feels like a circus act, are we sacrificing our authenticity for likes, follows, and viral moments? In this episode, I get real about the pressure to perform, my own struggle with starting this podcast, and the advice from The Hood Healer that changed everything. Plus, let’s talk about collective burnout… because honestly, we’re all a little over it. Tune in for a conversation on finding balance, staying true, and creating from a place of alignment. 👉🏾 Follow, share, and connect with me on IG @whatwedoinayeshia or email me at [email protected]