Welcome to Unlikely Leadership with Audrey and today we are going to be talking to Tonita Webb. She was named the CEO of Verity Credit Union in early 2021, the first woman and the first Black American to be named CEO in the organization’s history. She continues to move Verity forward in socially responsible banking to create vibrant communities. Tonita brings a strong vision for harnessing financial tools, data, and technology, with a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion, to enhance the lives of underserved members of the community. We are so excited for you to hear this conversation with Tonita Webb. Please stay tuned after the guest discussion for skill highlights.

Today I want to talk to you about 5 key techniques that will help you to finally let go of things that no longer serve you. As black women, we face a lot of disappointment. And we are constantly attacked, vilified, and sexualized. If you are feeling weighed down by something, disappointment, resentment, or missed opportunity, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to unlikely leadership. This is Audrey and today's topic is micro-aggression and micro-expression. Everyone can agree that micro-aggressions are debilitating. Therefore, it would be safe to assert that in a positive context the exact opposite would apply. Small doses of positive input must have a highly rewarding outcome over time. For example, shifting your focus towards micro-goals, and micro accomplishments, and doling out micro-acknowledgments. How awesome! If you are overworked, fatigued, and extremely goal-driven, this episode is for you. Please stay tuned after the guest discussion for skill highlights.

Today I want to talk to you about three critical skills that will help you to work through the pain and avoid escapism. When the pain becomes too much to bear, we tend to run away from it. I have, and in some way, we all have. But in the end, we still wind up having to deal with ourselves. If you struggle with the pain of self-doubt or find yourself constantly dealing with chronic escapism, this episode is for you. It is finally ok for you to stop building cranes in the sky. Let’s talk about it.

Welcome to unlikely leadership with Audrey and today we are going to be talking to Michael Bungay Stanier. He is the author of six books which between them have sold more than a million copies. He’s best known for The Coaching Habit, the best-selling coaching book of the century and already recognized as a classic. His new book, How to Begin, helps people be more ambitious for themselves and for the world. Michael was a Rhodes Scholar and plays the ukulele badly. He’s Australian and lives in Toronto, Canada. Learn more at www.MBS.works. Please stay tuned after the guest discussion for skill highlights.

In today’s episode Kelley Bonner and I discuss the trauma associated with surviving self-betrayal. Kelley Bonner is currently the Director of Workplace Violence Prevention and Response for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). She is a licensed clinical social worker, a violence preventionist, and a workplace culture strategist with over 15 years of experience. Whether working in the prison system, with veterans, or in a scientific agency, Kelley has dedicated herself to championing inclusion and equity and amplifying the voices of the marginalized. She is also the host of a podcast produced by Amplify Voices, called Black Girl Burn Out. Join the conversation

Today we are going to talk about self-kindness. I want to focus on self-kindness because I think it's the one thing that we as black women just don't get enough of. This episode is for you if you are constantly forcing yourself to do things. Self-kindness is about expressing understanding and patience to ourselves, even when we make mistakes. When was the last time that you treated yourself with warmth and kindness? Let’s talk about it.

Welcome to unlikely leadership with Audrey and today we are going to be talking to Lauren Humphrey. She is the co-founder and CEO of The Mintable, which gives people managers the learning, community, and tools to succeed (so everyone else can too). Prior to starting the company, she was on the executive team at Brightwheel (6x valuation) and commercialized the health insurance business at Gusto (>$10M ARR / 0-to-100 FTE in 3 years). She's served as the President of The Seneca, Inc, and studied Organizational Psychology at Harvard. Please stay tuned after the guest discussion for skill highlights.

In today's episode we will explore the fact that despite your past, you can still achieve a successful future. Our guest, Destini Davis, share's how she transformed her parenting problems into successful possibilities. Destini is a positive discipline coach for parents and social media influencer. She makes relatable content to help her community find more intention and peace in their parenting journey. She doesn’t shy away from the hard topics like trauma and mom guilt. Instead, she sheds light on the messiness of parenting and reminds parents of their personal power regardless of their circumstances. Her methods are rooted in connection, collaboration, and respect. She takes a comprehensive approach to parenting and recognizes there is no right or wrong way to parent. She believes that answers lie within the hearts or minds of the parent and child. Solutions can be found only when we are completely present and committed to showing up for our families. We are dedicated to exposing our listeners to what success looks like in unorthodox ways. Please listen with an open heart.

Today I want to talk to you about 5 tips that will help you to finally put an end to self-judgment. It's something that I have struggled with all my life. If you have a pattern of setting extremely high standards for yourself, you know what I mean. I often tell people that I'm a perfectionist in recovery. I am by far my harshest critic. I have spent many years trying to figure out how to stop setting unrealistic expectations and undervaluing myself. If any of this sounds familiar, this episode is for you. Let's talk about it.