In this episode, host James Frison interviews Michelle Coley, a DEI strategist and executive coach, about her career journey and navigating the corporate world as a black professional. Michelle shares her experiences working in various industries and the importance of aligning your career with your values and personal satisfaction. She emphasizes the need to understand yourself, seek mentorship and sponsorship, and be open to unconventional paths. Michelle also discusses the power of travel in shaping perspectives and encourages listeners to be courageous in pursuing their goals.

Takeaways

• Align your career with your values and personal satisfaction.
• Understand yourself and be open to unconventional paths.
• Seek mentorship and sponsorship to navigate your career.
• Travel can broaden perspectives and provide valuable experiences.
• Be courageous in pursuing your goals and don't compare yourself to others.

00:00 Welcome to the Black Corporate Life Podcast
00:38 Introducing Michelle Coley: DEI Strategist and Executive Coach
02:08 Michelle's Career Journey: From Banking to Marketing
13:45 Navigating Corporate America: Lessons and Reflections
28:32 The Importance of Mentors and Sponsors
31:03 Michelle's Passion for Travel
36:10 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

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