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Amplifying Authentic Leadership: Empowering Black and Brown Moms to Thrive


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What does it truly mean to lead with authenticity—especially as a Black or Brown mom navigating the intersections of career, motherhood, and identity? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Alison Harris Welcher welcomes Dr. Natasha Thurman, a renowned scholar and advocate for diversity, gender equity, and critical leadership development in higher education.

Dr. Thurman shares insights from her groundbreaking research on authentic leadership, challenging traditional leadership narratives and centering the lived experiences of marginalized women in leadership roles. Together, they explore:

What authentic leadership looks like for Black and Brown moms
The impact of code-switching and impression management in the workplace
How societal expectations shape leadership experiences and the strategies to navigate them
Ways to disrupt, leave, or strategically navigate spaces that don’t honor authenticity
How mentorship and community support fuel leadership success

If you’re a Black or Brown mom looking to lead with confidence while staying true to yourself, this episode is for you. Your leadership journey doesn’t have to fit the mold—it's time to embrace the power of leading authentically!

🔗 Listen now and take the next step toward thriving as a leader!

#AuthenticLeadership #BlackWomenLead #WomenWhoThrive #CareerSuccess #LeadershipDevelopment #CodeSwitching #ImpressionManagement #THRIVELifeCoaching

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Live with THRIVEBy Dr. Alison Harris Welcher | Executive Life Coach