Corporate Swagger®

What does it mean to be palatable? Why do you have to do it? How do you balance code switching and being true to who you are? Is there a cast system in today's workplace? Oh yeah! We're going there. In this episode of The Corporate Swagger® Podcast, we talk to Darryl Blackburn. you'll learn how Corporate Swagger® is used in a traditional corporate environment and as an entrepreneur. Darryl guides us down a path of sensitive topics only to have us arrive at a place of mutual understanding. Spoiler alert: He. Nails. It.

What do you do when you're the only one in the room who looks like you? How do you overcome a speech impediment while maintaining high levels of Corporate Swagger®? Is it possible to deal with the impostor syndrome and still perform at a high level? You'll get the answers to that and more in this episode. We talk to Barrett Blackmon, author of the book, Metastatic America: Discovering America While Discovering Myself, law student, and healthcare executive. You'll also find out the one thing that can't be taught but must be learned- see how I went all Riddler on you.  

In this episode we chat with yet another dynamic professional woman who lives by the Corporate Swagger™ code- authenticity. Shaniqua brought so much heat that we already know we're bringing her back for another session. Hear the advice she was given that helps her win the battle of You vs. You. Learn how to walk the fine line between confidence and humility like a true Humble Narcissist. Most importantly, she shares with us how to excel professionally while still showing up in your full self. I’m telling you right now, when it comes to this professional game, when Shaniqua steps in the room, you don’t want that smoke. Listen and enjoy!

In this episode, we give a tribute to Arsenio Hall and his famous segment, "Things that make you say...hmmmm🤔." If you're not familiar, these are things that make you tilt your head and ask yourself, why is that? You'll hear from someone I call a Corporate Swagger™ "Unicorn" who answers this question. I asked Phil to be on the show becasue he brings a perspective we have yet to have-  that of a white male. You'll see why that's important once you listen. Here, at the intersection of White Privilege Ave. & Every Day I'm Hustlin' Street, you'll learn valuable lessons on making connections not transactions, reading the room, and my favorite, his advice on how to own the stage. Subscribe. Rate. Comment. Enjoy.

In this episode you'll see how Corporate Swagger™ can be used outside of a traditional corporate setting. We talk to an entrepreneur in the medical field who shares his firsthand experience of putting these concepts to work. You'll hear how John came to realize that it takes more than a shiny resume and a string of letters behind your name to be seen as successful. Best of all, Daphne comes with not one, but two jokes in this episode. 

In this episode, Kime (pronounced Kim-mee) Smith let's us in on a little secret of hers. I asked her how she maintains her Corporate Swagger™ when it's time for her to take the stage. Let's just say she kept it PG. You'll have to use your imagination. In addition to that, she proves how an old- school rule still has present day relevance in the workplace. Oh, and Daphne throws major shade my way.

In this episode, Eugene shares with us how to use the art of storytelling to enhance Corporate Swagger™ output. If you aren't using this tool, consider this the Willy Wonka Golden Ticket. 🎶🎵You're welcome [in my Maui voice]. You'll want to make sure to key in on the 5 steps that will help you get your 💰. Listen today, thank us later. 

In this episode Sharese goes "myth buster" on a commonly used phrase and what it really says to decision makers in the workplace. You'll hear candid advice on some of the things you may just need to keep to yourself. It's said that snitches get stiches, but in this case snitches don't get hired. Along with some valuable inside information, she also shares some Corporate Swagger™ landmines to help you navigate the workplace.

In this Episode, Tracee shares with us some of the unspoken rules she's learned while navigating her space in one of the Big Four accounting firms in the United States. Her tips transcend the traditional corporate environment. This episode provides practical tips often overlooked that can be applied to any profession.