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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

How to Stop Working So Hard and Start Working Smart | Throwback Thursday

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita as 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and M...

Dec 21, 202325 min

Do Your Research When Networking! | S8 E8

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita as they talk about the importance of doing your research before reaching out to people! Do it for the win, people! Whatever that win is for you, do your research! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097...

Dec 14, 202326 min

How Did You Become a Wall Street Journal Bestseller? | S8 E7

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita as they talk about the reactions Mita’s been getting about being a Wall Street Journal Best Seller! The side commentary is not always welcome, toxic positivity is still a thing people! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita...

Dec 07, 202326 min

Help! My Boss is Sabotaging My Career! | S8 E6

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita spill the tea on the difficult realities women of color encounter in their workplaces. This time, we address a sensitive topic - bosses sabotaging their employees' careers. We pull from personal experiences and stories shared by our supportive community, discussing instances of unfulfilled promotion promises, the creation of false narratives, and being blocked from other opportunities. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips o...

Nov 30, 202328 min

How to Respond When They Say: You Speak English So Well | Throwback Thursday

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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mit...

Nov 23, 202324 min

How to Regain Your Confidence After a Layoff | S8 E5

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita unpack the different ways you can regain your confidence after a layoff! Allies, it doesn’t have to be all bad, but you have to pick yourselves back up and get back out there better than you were before! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reima...

Nov 16, 202328 min

How To Spot A Toxic Workplace | S8 E4

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita discuss on identifying and handling toxic workplaces. They’re sharing personal experiences, stories, and strategies that will help you recognize and navigate these challenging environments.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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-...

Nov 09, 202328 min

How to Build Your Personal Brand | S8 E3

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita talk about how you can build your personal brand! Allies listen up, all you need to do is start! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marshall Mita Malli...

Nov 02, 202333 min

Why Do We Make Exceptions For Some People? | S8 E2

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, Dee and Mita discuss navigating the complex dynamics of workplace exceptions for certain individuals. Have you ever made exemptions for anyone at 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mi...

Oct 26, 202330 min

Why Are You Asking For A Raise? | S8 E1

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Step into an open conversation that promises to unveil the unsaid truths about workplace dynamics, particularly for women of color. Today, your hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick, are going to shake things up, challenging the norms of gender, race, and power, and showing you how to navigate the tricky waters of salary negotiations. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! Che...

Oct 19, 202328 min

Stop Asking to Pick Our Brains For Free | S7 E12

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! How often have you been asked to share your knowledge or expertise for free? Today, Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick, have been there and experienced that. Underscoring the recurring theme of 'free is canceled', we dive into vibrant and thought-provoking conversations, digging deep into our personal experiences and encounters with people who have undervalued our knowledge and time by asking for free advice. They delve into the long and often unappreciated journey of ...

Oct 12, 202333 min

Remember that rejection is redirection | Throwback Thursday

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick explain how rejection is actually a redirection! How did this idea help Mita publish her first book? 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mita on Li...

Oct 05, 202334 min

Why Did They Ghost Me? | S7 E11

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! There's a ghost in the room and it's haunting the professional realm. No, we're not talking about the paranormal, but the unsettling act of 'professional ghosting'. 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee ...

Sep 28, 202330 min

How to Spot Love Bombing: When Companies Come on too Strong | S7 E10

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about situations where companies are love bombing potential candidates or existing employees! Sometimes, people will say anything to get what you want, learn how to spot when you’re being buttered up too much for an offer! 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/ C...

Sep 21, 202325 min

Stop "Rage Applying" for Jobs | S7 E9

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about why you should stop "Rage Applying"! If you're finding any job opportunities just to get out of your current situation, you better stop and think it through first! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reim...

Sep 14, 202327 min

Would You Ever Go Back to a Toxic Workplace? | S7 E8

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about whether or not you should return to a toxic workplace! Is there a proper strategy to approach this kind of situation? 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Con...

Sep 07, 202328 minSeason 7Ep. 8

What to Do When You Get Someone Else’s Offer Letter | S7 E7

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about certain instances of getting someone else’s offer letter and the visibility of job offers online! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mi...

Aug 31, 202328 min

Why Are You So Ambitious? | S7 E6

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick explore the concept of ambition and how it is branded and weaponized. They discuss how it can be seen as a positive by some, and yet can be used to other people. 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusi...

Aug 24, 202326 min

Are You Loyal or Lazy? | S7 E5

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick spill the tea on whether staying with the same company for years is a sign of loyalty or laziness. 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 Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mita on Linke...

Aug 17, 202328 min

What Does “Front Office Appearance” Even Mean? | S7 E4

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick unpack the ambiguous and often harmful term 'front office appearance', dissecting its implications for women of color in professional environments. The conversation takes a critical look at how coded language creates divisions, fostering in-groups and out-groups based on vague standards of executive presence and gravitas. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situ...

Aug 10, 202324 min

When Your Colleagues Try to Assign You Work | S7 E3

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick tackle a sensitive yet common workplace situation: receiving work from peers who aren't your boss. 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mita on Link...

Aug 03, 202325 minSeason 7Ep. 3

Do We Need Friends at Work? | S7 E2

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick share their unfiltered insights and experiences, revealing the truth about the unique challenges faced by women and, in particular, women of color. We shed light on why forming close connections isn't always feasible for many women of color! The discourse does not end there—expect to be enlightened on the topic of managing workplace friendships and why it's essential to leave the job but keep the friends. Tune in for ...

Jul 27, 202328 minSeason 7Ep. 2

When They Don’t Respect Your Vacation Time! | S7 E1

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about feeling burnout in the workplace, and vacation time that seems like a far-off dream! On the Brown Table Talk, Dee and Mita have an honest conversation about the challenges faced by women of color in the workplace, centering around vacation time. From personal experiences of denied vacation requests to discussions on unlimited paid time off, this episode examines how vacation time affects the dynamics in the...

Jul 20, 202329 minSeason 7Ep. 1

How to Get the Feedback You Deserve | Throwback Thursday

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about how to get the feedback that you deserve. Don’t settle for “You’re killing it!”, ask the right questions and seek for that feedback! Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation. Are you ready? Buckle up! SEASON 7 DROPS ON JULY 20, 2023! STAY TUNED ALLIES! Check Out Our Website! https://www.browntabletalkpodcast.com/ Check out Mita’s new book! https:...

Jul 13, 202319 min

How to React When They Say You Are Not Ready for the Next Level | Throwback Thursday

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talks about when someone tells you that you're not ready for the next level, it can feel like a gut punch, especially for us women of color. They discuss how to navigate these challenges and turn them into stepping stones, not stumbling blocks. They also take a moment to appreciate the historical significance of Vice President Kamala Harris's win and what it means for Black and South Asian women. But we don't shy away...

Jul 06, 202321 min

How to Be Visible at Work | Throwback Thursday

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick unravel the complex tapestry of challenges faced by women of color in the workplace. That's the reality for many women of color - navigating a minefield of biases and stereotypes while trying to prove our worth and find our voice. They share personal tales from their lives as a black woman and a South Asian woman, and arming you with strategies to reframe your personal brand, enhance visibility, and celebrate your cul...

Jun 29, 202318 min

How to Stop Being Treated like a Token | Throwback Thursday

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick discuss tokenism in the workplace and give their top 5 tips on how to avoid 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/1394177097 Connect With Dee and Mita on LinkedIn! Dee C. Marsha...

Jun 22, 202325 min

Are You Rusting Out at Work? | S6 E14

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about why you’re rusting out at work! We've all experienced the dreaded workplace burnout, but have you ever heard of 'rusting out'? Join us as we explore this often overlooked issue This powerful episode is packed with valuable insights and advice on how to navigate that tricky terrain without burning bridges. Tune in for juicy stories, insights, and of course some tips on how to defuse and handle the situation....

Jun 15, 202324 minSeason 6Ep. 14

Stop Telling Us Not to Burn Bridges | S6 E13

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about why people should stop telling us not to burn bridges! Tired of being silenced and held back in your professional life? This powerful episode is packed with valuable insights and advice on how to navigate that tricky terrain without burning bridges. 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:/...

Jun 08, 202332 minSeason 6Ep. 13

Why Are We Falling off the Glass Cliff? | S6 E12

Welcome to Brown Table Talk! Today, our hosts Dee C. Marshall and Mita Mallick talk about what you should do when you are positioned on the glass cliff! Allies listen up, you need to know how this can affect your careers! 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/ Check out Mita’s new book! https://www.amazon.com/Reimagine-Inclusion-Mita-Mallick/dp/...

Jun 01, 202332 minSeason 6Ep. 12
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