In this episode, host Shelbi Jones virtually sits down with Deb Renteria, a marketing professional at HBO, to unpack the issue of Toxic Productivity and its disproportionate impact on women of color in the workplace. Deb shares her experiences navigating corporate spaces and how toxic work culture often manifests, especially for marginalized communities.

Together, they discuss practical strategies for setting better boundaries and how leaders can cultivate healthier, more sustainable work environments for their teams.

Deb is a proud first-generation Mexican-American, originally from Long Beach, CA. She is a co-founder of La Nueva Link, a community for LatinX creatives and media professionals. She currently works on HBO’s Multicultural Marketing team, focusing on creating engaging experiences for diverse audiences and amplifying top-priority programming.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Toxic productivity: How hustle culture negatively affects women of color in the workplace.
• Setting boundaries: Practical advice on prioritizing well-being while excelling at work.
• Leadership impact: How workplace leadership can set the tone for team culture and well-being.
• Creating inclusive environments: The role of diversity and inclusion in combating toxic productivity.

This episode is an essential conversation for women of color in corporate settings and anyone interested in creating healthier, more supportive work environments.

✨ Connect with Deb and La Nueva Link:

• Follow Deb Renteria on Instagram: @thatdarndeb
• Follow La Nueva Link on Instagram: @lanuevalink

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