The Network Hour

Our amazing guest speaker Dr. Sandi Webster is a serial entrepreneur, a pastor's wife, CEO, mentor, and an inspirer to women.  Her passion is to help entrepreneurs gain financial freedom by owning businesses.  She is the Chief Learning Officer of her brand, Sandi Webster Coachsulting.

In this episode, I discuss with Dr. Sandi extensively the challenges women face in business. Based on her experience, Dr. Sandi shares the challenges she faced along her career journey and how she overcame them by positioning herself in places to be taught. She shares that at times mentors will seek you out without you even asking. 

Dr. Sandi also talked about selling her 150 employee marketing company and stresses the importance of documenting your processes.  She mentions that business owners should move out of the day-to-day of the business, staff up, your job as a CEO should only be strategic planning - being the conductor.

Dr. Sandi's advice to women business owners and entrepreneurs:

To connect with Dr. Sandi:

www.sandiwebster.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandiwebster/

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In this episode, I sit down with Mr. Norville Barrington, husband, father, business professional, and entrepreneur.  Norville is the Chairman of the Barrington's of Brooklyn LLC with holdings in Bccelerator Inc a company that helps entrepreneurs in the development of a business plan that is essential to starting a business.  He is also the COO of the TekAvenir Group Government Contracting, COO of the Blaque Net App and so much more.  Along his journey, Norville expresses that he did not start out on what some people might consider the right foot.  Amidst setbacks and challenges along the way, he highlights the importance of being focused, accepting failure, seeking out support, and collaborating.

When asked about advice and tips he would give to entrepreneurs, Norville states:

To connect and learn more about Norville and his work:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/norvillebarrington/

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What is Digital Inclusion?  Lately, we have been hearing a lot of buzz around the word inclusion, everyone having the same opportunities, companies, as well as states and government, need to be more inclusive but what exactly is ' Digital Inclusion, and why is it necessary to talk about?  In this episode of 'The Network Hour' podcast, I sat down with Anthony, a friend and colleague, and someone working in the space of digital inclusion to discuss the topic.  We discussed how the pandemic has really pushed the issues we face with digital inclusion to the forefront exposing barriers such as affordability, accessibility, quality technical support, and education.  Anthony highlights that minority areas are affected the most because of these barriers.  He also shared the steps being taken by NYC to combat these issues and create a community where everyone has the opportunity to gain access to the internet.

To hear a lot more please listen to the episode and start the discussion in your own homes, organizations, and among your friends.  Our voices amplified can bring about the changes necessary in this space.

To connect with Anthony:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-sanford-mpa-25588560/

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The amazing Interview and Career Coach Quincy Molope shares her wisdom on the topic, 'Expectation Vs Reality of Corporate for Recent Grads.

In this half of the episode, we share our experiences and talk about things grads can do to get themselves prepared for the job market.  Quincy went into detail about acquiring and applying those soft skills that are necessary to make you successful in any job.  She also shared about not focusing too much on the first job but really applying what you've learned and gained that experience to add to your second job.

Having a plan is important as well and being strategic in the jobs you take and the industry.

To chat and connect with Quincy please follow and message her on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quincy-molope/

Also, check out her HELLO COACH K

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Most of us were taught that if we go to school, study hard and graduate from college that we will get a good job and make a lot of money, unfortunately, it does not always happen that way.  Life is not that black and white.  There are a few steps that have to be taken and things to do to get you on the right path to get there.  Now, we are not negating studying! Gaining knowledge is a very integral part of your journey.  In this episode, I sit down with Quincy Molope, Career and Interview Coach to talk about THE EXPECTATIONS WE HAVE vs THE REALITY OF CORPORATE specifically as it pertains to recent grads.

According to Accenture, 68% of grads feel like they are not fully prepared for the workforce.

As someone who was once a grad myself and can share some experiences, I was very interested in this topic.  In the first half of this episode, Quincy shares some of her experiences and talks about the advice she gave to her clients.  We also address questions such as:

Why grads are unprepared for corporate? Are colleges doing enough to prepare grads? What should grads be doing to prepare themselves? and more.

Quincy goes into great detail in answering these questions and offers tips to graduates on how to be prepared and what to expect.

This was awesome. I hope you gain a lot from listening and stay tuned for PART 2 of this episode.

To chat and connect with Quincy please follow and message her on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quincy-molope/

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In this episode of The Network Hour Podcast, my special guest Delilah Campos talks about her passion for writing and how it really helped her to get through the pandemic.  She also talks about sharing her writing with the world, helping others to get through a tough time.  Delilah Campos is a writer based in Brooklyn, NY. Growing up a Latinx, first-generation American in a multi-cultural/ multi-religious home established the foundation for her love of storytelling and all things spiritual.  

Delilah also shared the importance of being your authentic self and not being afraid to let the world see who you are.  It is in your vulnerability that healing occurs, and she hopes that her story will help others to be comfortable with who they are.  

Delilah's poems and writings are inspirational, empowering, and uplifting, I urge you to visit her blog at ThankfulCreator.com

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Like all the powerful women that came before her Queenie Donaldson has secured her seat at the table and is making room for other women to take their seats at the table.

In this episode, I talk to Queenie about her career and her experience as a black woman in the entertainment industry.   She highlights the challenges she faced, including not feeling like she measured up in the room. We discussed the importance of mentorship and having those people in your network that will encourage, empower, uplift, and champion your name when in the room and when you're not in the room.  Queenie also shares valuable tips on how to navigate your career in the entertainment industry. 

Queenie is the Founder and CEO of Queens Entertainment Group Inc, launched in 2004 and based in Los Angeles.  She has been a talented producer of many networks such as BET, TV One, VH1, Showtime, WETV, A&E, and more.

Queenie is using her knowledge, expertise, and platform to create a seat at the table for others with the launching of her very own entertainment empowerment series in spring of 2022, called "A Seat At The Table".  Look out for her in a city near you.  And for further information visit www.officialasatt.com

Our special speaker Adriana Crawford is a life strategist, image consultant, and career coach with a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion.  In this episode of The Network Hour, I talk to Adriana about the topic of Career Pivots.  We discussed her career trajectory and she shared how she pivoted, the challenges she faced, and the opportunities that came her way that resulted in her success today.  We also discussed at length the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion and her passion for that role. Acknowledging the pandemic, how it changed our lives, and a shift that is occurring in the professional space throughout the United States and the world when it comes to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Adriana also shared tips on how to take advantage of opportunities and pivot in your careers.  She shared about her company The Elan Principle and her passion for helping and supporting black women.

Key Takeaways from this episode:

1. Information is your friend

2. Do your research, make connections, check your biases, join employee resource groups

3. To do a Career Pivot or Chanel a Career Path: ACT - 

A- Address self-limiting beliefs and barriers you may have

C- Cultivate relationships

T- Think strategy

To Connect with Adriana:

Email:  [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adri7/

Website: www.theelanprinciple.com

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In this episode, my guest Veralyn Gabriel of Veralyn's Careers Consulting and I discuss the challenges faced by African American and Caribbean women when navigating their careers.  We explore the reasons why these challenges occur and the difference and similarities between the two.

Veralyn talks about her experiences as an African American and Caribbean woman and her challenges with code-switching. We also discussed women not recognizing and realizing their worth and having trouble articulating it when necessary.  Veralyn also highlighted that salary negotiation is one of the most challenging skills for African American and Caribbean women coupled with asking for help.  We also discussed how to properly highlight transferrable skills on a resume, the importance of cover letters, thank you letters, and more.

To work and connect with Veralyn:

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.vcareerconsulting.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/VCareerConsulting

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/veralyngabriel/

IG: @veralyn_g

Twitter: @GabrielVeralyn

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According to the website vtaide.com a LEADER by its meaning is one who goes first and leads by example so that others are motivated to follow him. This is a basic requirement. To be a leader, a person must have a deep-rooted commitment to the goal that he will strive to achieve even if nobody follows him!

In this episode of guest speaker, Tynesha Frazier talks about who is a leader, the importance of leadership, and why it is important to take it seriously if you are called to be a leader.  Tynesha also shares her story and her leadership experiences and encourages us to lead or get out the way and make room for someone else who has the desire to lead.  We also discussed that a leader should have a clearly defined vision, follow-through, be creative, have fresh ideas, be able to problem-solve, educate, appreciate, celebrate team successes, and delegate. Don't be a selfish leader!

To engage with Tynesha see below:

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tynesha-n-frazier

https://tynesha-n-frazier.webs.com/

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