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Brown Table Talk

Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallickwww.linkedin.com
Most leadership lessons, advice and coaching flooding the market place are not speaking to Women of Color. Join Dee C. Marshall (CEO of Diverse & Engaged and Wall Street Alumni) and Mita Mallick (LinkedIn Top Voice & DEI Thought Leader) as they break down the challenges women of color face in the workplace. Dee and Mita will share their lessons learned, and provide practical tips on how we as women of color can navigate and win at work. Come join us at the Brown Table
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Episodes

Burnout is REAL | S4 E3

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about Burnout! Don't worry, you're not imagining it! Burnout is REAL! But how do you deal with it? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Timestamps: (3:56) Are burnouts a privilege? (9:40) Hybrid vs Remote vs In Office work setups (12:16) Low-trust environments = Burnouts (17:14) Level setting works (22:54) The breakout bl...

Sep 22, 202229 minSeason 4Ep. 3

What to do When Your Boss Hates You | S4 E2

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about the idea of a boss that hates you. What do you do when you feel targeted in the office? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Timestamps: (2:26) Mita’s previous bosses (5:21) Some people may just not like you (10:05) The hardest part about being a leader (12:33) So, what do you do when your boss hates you? (18:12) Al...

Sep 15, 202231 minSeason 4Ep. 2

Are You Quiet Quitting, or Just Setting Boundaries? | S4 E1

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a trending topic on LinkedIn! What is Quiet Quitting? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Timestamps: (1:07) Are you quiet quitting? (4:26) Are women of color practicing quiet quitting? (7:10) Routines and Boundaries (12:16) Free is canceled! (18:41) Standard operating hours! (20:34) Three Tips! Check Out Our Websi...

Sep 08, 202225 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Back to Full-Time at the Office? No Thanks. | S3 E8

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about the idea of returning to the office and why women of color prefer the work-from-home scenario. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick Check out McBride Sisters Wine Company https://www.mcbr...

Jun 30, 202232 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Let’s Talk about Racial Gaslighting | S3 E7

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about Racial Gaslighting. What do you need to know about it? How do you handle this situation? Remember, allow others to feel what they feel and support them. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Malli...

Jun 23, 202231 minSeason 3Ep. 8

How Women of Color Are Judged on What They Wear | S3 E6

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a common worry that women of color face in the work environment and that is how they are judged for what they wear! Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Jun 16, 202225 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Can You Help Me Put On a Sari? | S3 E5

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about the everyday aggressions that women of color have to deal with and that is when we are faced with questions that are way out of left field. What do we do when we're faced with those situations? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mit...

Jun 09, 202222 minSeason 3Ep. 6

No, I'm Not the Most Junior Person in the Room | S3 E4

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about the biases that are seen in the workplace, don't allow yourself to be the most junior person in the room. Speak up, and lead your team! Are you ready to hear some juicy stories and some life-changing tips? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Check Out Partake Foods https://partakefoods.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Jun 02, 202224 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Dear White Women, Let’s Unpack Jane Campion on the Williams Sisters | S3 E3

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about how we should take note of two key things: impact and intent. Listen up allies, let us open the lanes for better communication in order to raise each other up. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Check Out Partake Foods https://partakefoods.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

May 26, 202226 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Special: Mental Health Issues with Gabrielle Union

A quick warning: This episode contains sensitive topics surrounding violence and sexual assault. Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick interview actress and entrepreneur, Gabrielle Union - a woman who is no stranger to the hard truths that women of color face in the workplace. In this special interview, Gabrielle shares a story about the trauma she faced early in her career, and how this shaped her to be the woman she is today. Check Out Our Website! http...

May 19, 202226 minSeason 3Ep. 3

How to Stop Giving Your Ideas Away for Free | S3 E2

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about an area that is on the table for improvement: conversations regarding compensation. What is the best approach when asking women of color who are leaders in their industry for their consultation time? Tune in for some juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Check Out Black Girl Sun...

May 12, 202227 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Dear Allies, Let’s Discuss Judge Jackson’s Confirmation Hearing | S3 E1

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about the honorable Judge Jackson’s hearing and what we can learn from that nationally televised event. How does this relate to interviews that some women of color experience? Tune in for some juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Check Out Blossom Box Jewelry https://blossomboxjewelr...

May 05, 202229 minSeason 3Ep. 1

What to do When You Are Called The Diversity Hire | S2 E10

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a triggering term for employees... "Diversity Hire". What do you do when you are labeled like this? Allies, listen up! Help your women of color friends have a safer environment in the office space! Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and...

Apr 28, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 10

How to Stop Working So Hard and Start Working Smart | S2 E9

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about why and how you should stop working so hard and instead, start to work smart. Working smart doesn't mean you're doing fewer work people! Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Apr 21, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 9

How to Respond When They Say: You Speak English So Well | S2 E8

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a surprisingly common comment people receive: You Speak English So Well. What do you do when someone says this to you? How do you respond to it? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Apr 14, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 8

How to Stop Being Indispensable | S2 E7

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about different ways you are making yourself indispensable and how to stop it. Listen up allies, help your women of color friends fight this issue. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick Check out Brown Table Talk Season 2, Episode 5: (link to season 2 Ep 5: how to say no to the fake promotion)...

Apr 07, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 7

What to do when you are mistaken for another brown woman | S2 E6

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a painful truth that happens in work environments, which is when you are mistaken for another brown woman. What do you do? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Mar 31, 202223 minSeason 2Ep. 6

How to Say No to the Fake Promotion | S2 E5

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about what fake promotions are and how to spot and say no to them! Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Mar 24, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 5

What to do When You Are the Target of Gaslighting? | S2 E4

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about scenarios and situations wherein you find yourself being a victim of gaslighting. What do you do? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Mar 17, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 4

How to Say No to Office Work | S2 E3

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a common problem in the office space, especially for those who are new in the work field, and that is how to say no to office work? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Mar 10, 202224 minSeason 2Ep. 3

What to do When Your Name is Mispronounced | S2 E2

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about the value of your name inside and outside of the workspace and how you should handle when your name is mispronounced. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Mar 03, 202225 minSeason 2Ep. 2

What to do When Someone Touches Your Hair | S2 E1

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about a surprisingly common issue inside and outside of the workspace: how do you react and what do you do when someone touches your hair? Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Mallick...

Feb 24, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 1

How to Find Career Sponsors | S1 E8

On this episode of Brown Table Talk, hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick discuss how to find a career sponsor.

Nov 22, 202125 minEp. 8

How to Be Visible at Work | S1 E5

On this episode of Brown Table Talk, hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick discuss how to be visible at work and find your voice, and give their top 5 tips on how to do so. https://www.charterworks.com/woman-of-color-workplace-culture/ (A Woman of Color Cannot Save Your Workplace by S. Mitra Kalita)

Nov 01, 202118 minEp. 5

How to Get Credit & Recognition for Our Work | S1 E2

On the premiere episode of Brown Table talk, hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick discuss a problem that is all too common in the workplace: the stealing of other people’s work and ideas. Dee and Mita also give their top 5 tips on how to avoid getting your ideas stolen, and what to do if it happens to you.

Oct 20, 202117 minEp. 1

How to Negotiate the Best Offer for Ourselves | S1 E3

On this episode of Brown Table Talk, hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about how to negotiate job offers to ensure that you are being valued for the talent and wealth of knowledge that you can bring to an organization. They also give their top 5 tips on how to negotiate.

Oct 20, 202124 minEp. 2

How to Stop Being Treated Like a Token | S1 E1

On this episode of Brown Table Talk, hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick discuss tokenism in the workplace, and give their top 5 tips on how to avoid it.

Oct 20, 202124 minEp. 3
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