In this episode, we learn the 4 ways to approach balancing the aspects of professionalism that may not align with your background. One book to check out is The Souls of Black Folks by W.E.B. DuBois.

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There are certain activities you should be doing right now, every month, and every year to drive towards success. Book recommendation: The Memo by Minda Harts; Dig Your Well Before You’re Thirsty by Harvey Mackey. Learn more about the National Black MBA Association – Kentucky Chapter at KYBlackMBA.org.

The Memo: https://smile.amazon.com/Memo-Women-Color-Secure-Table/dp/154167541X/ref=sxts_sxwds-bia-wc-nc-drs1_0?crid=3GRM8UBO0XJV1&cv_ct_cx=the+memo&dchild=1&keywords=the+memo&pd_rd_i=154167541X&pd_rd_r=89ef2779-265b-4957-9901-5e0309f2bfdf&pd_rd_w=9eGGI&pd_rd_wg=1i3xB&pf_rd_p=a64002b9-9c26-4361-b8a1-b0f5a4835670&pf_rd_r=1NWN4SXCCEGJ2Z4NHVS2&psc=1&qid=1610289810&sprefix=the+memo%2Caps%2C177&sr=1-1-38d0a374-3318-4625-ad92-b6761a63ecf6

Dig Your Well Before You're Thirsty: https://smile.amazon.com/Your-Well-Before-Youre-Thirsty/dp/0385485468/ref=sr_1_3?crid=6LYT6R2MKWTF&dchild=1&keywords=dig+your+well+before+your+thirsty&qid=1610289846&s=books&sprefix=dig+well+before+%2Cstripbooks%2C189&sr=1-3

In addition to working hard, you need to be your own spokesperson, set yourself up for success, and have social intelligence. Book recommendation: Never Eat Alone by Keith Farrazzi. Learn more about the National Black MBA Association – Kentucky Chapter at KYBlackMBA.org.

https://smile.amazon.com/Never-Eat-Alone-Expanded-Updated-ebook/dp/B00H6JBFOS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SE4EOLFZKL8K&dchild=1&keywords=never+eat+alone&qid=1610289668&sprefix=never+eat%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-1

Short, medium, and long term goals. SMART goals.

Book recommendation: The 7 Habit of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.

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Introduction:
Lead from the Black is presented to all black professionals by the National Black MBA Association - Kentucky Chapter. The organization's mission is to lead in the creation of educational, wealth building, and growth opportunities for Black professionals throughout their careers. We created this podcast because there is no secret to success when you learn from those with experience. Each episode will be short and sweet and packed with power and purpose for the busy Black professional.