Black Women Working

Ok Let's Talk About It! Let's talk about the Queen Bey bringing workplace issues to our musical ears. The BWW Team take a moment to delve into what 'break my soul' really means to us as black women working when so many, sometimes contradictory factors are at play. We explore the reasons why work is breaking our soul and what it means to 'build a new foundation' that brings purpose and peace to our lives whilst working.We have to say it's another great conversation. Get involved, find us on the socials and let us know what you think.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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It’s the last episode of the season! We started the season with a creative and we are ending on the same note! Joined by Funmi Olutoye and in this episode we are discussing Funmi’s journey into journalism, having taken what is considered to be the traditional route into this career. Funmi shares the key features of her journey and what it meant to be supported by friends and family starting out in a career that can take a while to see the financial return.We also discuss with Funmi how to manoeuvre with the gatekeepers of the profession and what some of our earlier themes of sisterhood and sponsorship looks like in the world of journalism. Yet another honest and insightful conversation.We are delighted to share that this episode is sponsored by Head of Zeus Publishing, celebrating the release of 'In Every Mirror She's Black' written by Lola Akinmade Akerstrom. You can purchase your copy from The Black Feminist Bookshop - https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/lola-akinmade-akerstrom and we look forward to sharing our reflections on the book.As always thank you for sharing our space. Remember to like, comment, share, and keep the conversation going via our socials.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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Welcome back to the Black Women Working Podcast and in this episode we are discussing the power of having a sponsor in the workshop. A sponsor being someone who will say your name, advocate for you and speak up for you. For the Black Women Working Team we discuss the importance of having sponsors especially as we progress to more senior positions in the workplace. We challenge how hard work weighs in comparison to workplace relationships.Definitely, another thought-provoking conversation considering how we lean on others to support our journey. We are delighted to share that this episode is sponsored by Head of Zeus Publishing, celebrating the release of 'In Every Mirror She's Black' written by Lola Akinmade Akerstrom. You can purchase your copy from The Black Feminist Bookshop - https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/lola-akinmade-akerstrom and we look forward to sharing our reflections on the book.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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In this episode the BWW Team are joined by a very special guest, mother to Natalie, Mrs Carter shares her experiences of restructuring working in the public sector. Whilst restructuring can be a very emotional and pressured time, we consider some of the silver-linings that are possible when faced with having to re-apply for your job.Thank you for tuning in, like, share or comment your views on the topic using our social mediaConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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Do you expect for friends to 'bring you in' on opportunities that might be for you?Are you the person who is always recommending a friend who's good for the job?Whilst we know and see nepotism in the workplace, as black women working is there an air of caution when 'bringing in' friends or family in at work because any possible backlash and repercussion it can have on others to come?As always, the BWW Podcast Team have a variety of views on the matter, tune in and keep the conversation going via our social media channels.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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In 2022 we cannot believe that this is still a topic but in this episode the Black Women Working Team discuss microaggressions around our names at work. From mispronunciation to full name changes, we share our experiences, including what it means to show up as a black woman with an 'English' name.Though it might seem like 'a minor', our names are on of the first gifts we are given and if we can pronounce Tchaikovski and Siobhan then we can pronounce Tolu!We'd love to hear from you on this topicConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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Let's Talk About It... The Black Women Working Team are celebrating the appointment of Supreme Court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.After a grueling series of what has been referred to as 'race-based questioning' experienced by Supreme Court Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, we discuss the scrutiny that black women face at work and the impact that this has on our willingness and strength to progress in our careers.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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The Black Women Working team are here discussing the facets of job security and insecurity.We explore the difference between how to manage jobs that are temporary or contractual yet feeling secure and comfortable with change.We also delve into some of the objective factors such as our rights in the workplace when we are not employed as a permanent member of the organisation. And of course how Covid-19 has changed what the entire workforce considers as job security.Thank you for tuning in and as always get in touch and keep the conversation going.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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Welcome back to Season 6 of the Black Women Working Podcast.As professionals, we initially choose a career based on success in our earlier years at school and invest time and money in navigating our success. But life is short and life in long and for many of us, there comes a point when we seek 'something else' in tuning into our skills and passions thus considering a career change. In this episode, the team discuss how we manage the various challenges of making a career change, from the emotional to the financial.Thank you for tuning in and remember to keep the conversation going on our social media using our hashtag #BWWPodcastUK.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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We are back! Season 6 in the house!The Black Women Working Team kick off with putting a beat in our step and discuss Black Women in the Music Industry with special guest Estee Blu.As always we invite you to learn about how we as black women navigate our desires in industries that can feel as though they have the odd stacked against us.In our first episode of the season, Estee Blu shares the ins and outs of how to transition from your day job to living your passion, the financial decisions behind the work and of course how to be without burning out. Another insightful episode from an industry that we've not touch on before.ConnectEmail: [email protected] and Instagram: @bwwpodcastuk, #bwwpodcastukWebsite: www.blackwomenworking.comNatalie- @mscarter_13Tols- @tolsabeniChantelle- @mscocolondonRachel- @rachnjk

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