In this episode of Black Women Will Save Black Women, Kamika Dillard opens the Fail Forward File by naming an outdated work ethic she built earlier in life that no longer serves her in this season. She reflects on the danger of half‑ass doing life while expecting million‑dollar results and the responsibility that comes with wanting more without honoring the work, rest, and intention required to sustain it. Kamika is joined by Chimere Brown, who shares her experience navigating six layoffs across tech and pharma, including the road trip she took after her most recent one to rest, reflect, and reconnect with herself. Chimere opens up about the emotional toll of repeated disruption, the importance of movement and community, and how this season led her to launch Crossroads + Callings: a podcast rooted in testimony, transition, and reminding people they are not alone on the other side of loss. The episode closes with this week's S.A.V.E. Strategy: Elevate: an invitation to level up how you care for yourself, not through hustle or status, but through intention, nourishment, and choosing yourself first. Chimere Brown, MBA, PMP, is a seasoned leader with over 13 years of experience driving digital transformation, AI integration, and operational excellence across technology and pharmaceuticals. She has led strategic initiatives for companies including Salesforce, CareerBuilder, and Biogen, blending executional rigor with thoughtful leadership. Chimere is also the host of the Crossroads + Callings Podcast, where she explores stories of pivot, purpose, and navigating life's major transitions. Her work is rooted in service, with ongoing volunteer leadership through organizations like Chicago Scholars and Project SYNCERE. Social Media Handles: Instagram: crxrdscallings TikTok: crxrdscallings Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crossroads-callings/id1850980460 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CrxrdsCallings Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/cdkh25hm Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4P5ixczpgpcjZIPDCwu403 Overcast: https://overcast.fm/p5455647-1mqB7P Substack: https://crxrdscallings.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D Subscribe to Black Women Will Save Black Women on YouTube and Instagram. Share this episode with a sister who needs it, and join the movement to amplify our stories. Instagram-@blackwomenwillsave Interested in sharing your story, email info@blackwomenwillsaveblackwomen You can find Kamika at: Linked In- Kamika Dillard | LinkedIn Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kamikatdillard/ Substack- https://substack.com/@kamikadillard TikTok- www.tiktok.com/@missktdillard Threads- @kamikatdillard