Strategy Sessions

Strategy Sessions

By Abigail J. CovingtonSociety & Culture
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Strategy Sessions episodes

  • The Self-Preserving Strategy of Sisterhood

    That title is a tongue twister isn't it?! Join us for our Season Finale! 

    I had the most phenomenal conversation on all things faith, focus, accountability, and goal-setting with my amazing friends and guests Madison, Jayla, and Breana. Listen as we center ourselves on the moment and discuss what it means to not only be a sister but have the camaraderie of sisterhood among us!

    It's been an amazing season and we have a lot to reflect on and be thankful for! Check back with us in the new year to see what we cook up for Season 2!

    Stay in touch with the panelists:

    Madison White: _madisonawhite27

    Jayla Goodloe: @jaylagoodloe @melanin.moi

    Breana Turner: breana_gabrielle @sisterswithambition

    1 hr 34 min
  • Taking the Leap with Katherine Jiang

    In this episode, I sat down with Katherine Jiang, founder of WizForm, a business designed to help entrepreneurs correctly register their business. Katherine shared about her experience being a second-generation entrepreneur, woman in tech, and an Asian American in time of increasing violence against her community. Katherine brought a well-rounded mix of insights regarding how to stay true to herself and keep her eye pn the vision while allowing her curiosity to wander and try new things. Take a listen!

     Keep up with Katherine on Twitter @katherine_jiang and on IG @katherine.jiang. You can also check out her personal website www.katherinejiang.com and the WizForm site here.

    Books Mentioned:

    Persepolis - Marjane Sartrapi

    Originals - Adam Grant

    Atomic Habits - James Clear

    The Unbearable Lightness of Being - Milan Kundera

    Podcast Mentioned:

    Ologies - Alie Ward


    57 min
  • Welcome to Hollywood feat. Ayanna Costley, Sydney Pollock, & Gaelyn Smith

    I have many friends, we all know this by now... but I already knew bringing these particular friends together was going to shake things up. As well-informed, highly opinionated, and critical thinking consumers, this panel was thorough and ready to go as we discussed a range of topics from black folx in power in Hollywood to the retention of diverse talent in the communications industry. Anyone interested in bringing their creative dreams to the mainstream audience, this one's for you!

    Follow the guests on social! 

    @ayannacostley (Ayanna Costley)

    @syd.thekid (Sydney Pollock) and @ptbookcast 

    @gsmittyyyy (Gaelyn Smith) and @chasing_viral

    Podcast mentioned: Black Men Can't Jump in Hollywood

    Shows mentioned: Insecure (HBO), Twenties (BET), Bigger (BET), First Wives Club (BET),  P-Valley (Starz),  All American (CW) and Saturdays (upcoming on Disney Channel).  

    McKinsey & Co Report: Black representation in film and TV: The challenges and impact of increasing diversity (3.11.21)

    1 hr 33 min
  • The Market for Authenticity feat. Kate Bell
    This has been one of my favorite episodes to date... and I know I've said that before but this episode spoke to my soul! I sat down with Kate Bell, who describes herself as an enthusiastic creator, empathetic leader, and a determined visionary. I know Kate to be all of that and more! She's spent the past few years curating a brand that inspires women to "lives their most authentic truth". Kate talked about the pressure of living up to societal expectations on social media, staying true to yourself, and building your confidence. We also played a VERY interesting game of "This or That".
    Follow Kate on Instagram @heykatebell and on Twitter @Give_Em_Bell
    Resources Mentioned :
    Terrible, Thanks for Asking
    Untamed - Glennon Doyle
    Maybe You Should Talk to Someone - Lori Gottlieb
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    1 hr 4 min
  • The Strategy of Wellness feat. Calli Zarpas

    This episode is just what you need as you work your way into your #SelfCareSaturday or #SelfCareSunday! It features an interview with Calli Zarpas, founder of DoWellDepartment, a startup focused on holistic health throughout the entrepreneurial journey. Calli is a fourth-generation entrepreneur who used the beginning of the pandemic as a source for inspiration. Her company is now live and offering trainings and workshops for those who are interested. Self care and access to the market are a huge part of our ability to take care of not only ourselves but our communities! Listen in on what Calli had to say!


    Follow Calli on Instagram @dowelldept or visit her website at www.dowelldept.com!

    44 min
  • The Kids Are Alright: Gen-Z, TikTok, Content Creation & the Future of Digital Media

    This episode is a special one! It's the original draft pilot of this podcast concept. I sat down with my former Syracuse classmate and fellow alum, Rafy Evans, to discuss the state of digital media and content creation. Rafy followed her gut and moved across the country to work directly in her industry with TikTok and YouTube influencers at the start of a global pandemic. Now, she's dropping some of the lessons she's learned based on her observations and experiences, you don't want to miss it!

    Follow Rafy on Instagram @rafyevans!

    56 min

About Strategy Sessions

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Strategy Sessions is an attempt to bring the niche focus and nuance of multicultural communications into the larger context of society through conversation, humor, and personal narrative.