We’ve been told to work twice as hard.

To stay ready so we don’t have to get ready.

To smile while navigating microaggressions, unclear expectations, and resistance from systems we didn’t design.

B...

Let’s talk about the phrase that turns heads, curls eyebrows, and occasionally elicits an eye-roll: “trauma-informed.”

Why are we still talking about trauma in the workplace? Isn’t that a job for the...

Let’s talk about job descriptions — not the kind we dust off and post to Indeed every few years, but the kind that actually shape culture, clarify expectations, and drive performance.

Too many of us ...

“Show me the money” is more than a pop culture catchphrase—it’s a rallying cry for anyone who’s ever been underpaid, overlooked, or undervalued. During our recent Essence of Ujima leadership session o...

Leadership is more than holding a title—it’s about making the right decisions in the moments that matter most. Yet, for Black women navigating corporate spaces, entrepreneurship, and community leaders...

Lately, I’ve been talking with frustrated leaders. The frustration? Their teams aren’t living up to the ethos of the organization—the culture, values, and work ethic they’ve worked so hard to establis...

There were moments in my career when I felt like I was doing everything right—working twice as hard, proving my worth, staying late, saying “yes” to every opportunity. And yet, I still found myself st...

The Cost of Silence: Why Black Women Can’t Afford to Ignore Microaggressions in the Workplace

“I didn’t want to seem like the ‘angry Black woman.’”

“I told myself it wasn’t a big deal.”

“I felt lik...

It’s not just about what you know—it’s about who you know and who knows you. This concept of social capital—the relationships and networks that provide access to opportunities—is one of the most power...

Did you know that for every 100 men promoted to manager, only 58 Black women are given the same opportunity? This disparity creates a “broken rung” on the career ladder, making it even harder for Blac...