You did it! You completed the four or more years necessary to earn your college degree of choice. No more all-nighters. No more office hours with nonchalant professors. No more group presentations (thank goodness!). As the pressure valves of college life were slowly released, you probably began to think of your future. Oh, the bright future of money, cars, trips, expensive clothes, a big house and don’t forget the large corner office. You probably already had a start date set for a job before yo...
Jun 14, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 27
“You should wear your hair straight all the time!” “No, but where are you really from?” “Wow, you speak so well” “But you’re not like them though…” Have you heard any of these before? I know I have. They almost sound harmless, but there’s something about their delivery that makes you raise an eyebrow. These are examples of microaggressions. No matter who you are, where you work or what your position, you probably deal with microaggressions on a daily basis. What are Microaggressions Microaggress...
Jun 07, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Full-Time Black Woman believes ALL BLACK LIVES MATTER! Here is the 2nd part of our Black & Bothered series. We had to produce an episode for our listeners who are frustrated, scared, and bothered by the racism we all face in the US. There isn't much to say to describe the feeling of hopelessness and pure anger towards a system that seeks to exclude at all costs including your life. We had the opportunity to discuss the current state of black america with Amber Jenae. Amber Jenae resides in N...
Jun 05, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 25
We had to produce an episode for our listeners who are frustrated, scared, and bothered by the racism we all face in the US. There isn't much to say to describe the feeling of hopelessness and pure anger towards a system that seeks to exclude us at all costs including our lives. Full-Time Black Woman believes ALL BLACK LIVES MATTER! We had the opportunity to speak with a beautiful minded sister, Sheena, a modern-day activist who wanted to share her passionate thoughts with our listeners. Sheena ...
Jun 04, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Hey Sis! By now, you should know that Full-Time Black Woman is a safe space for you to feel heard, supported, and appreciated. That being said, I know you have had your moments with setbacks, slip-ups, and stumbles shaking your confidence. Maybe doubt slipped through your armor and made you question your greatness. We’ve all been there! That being said, we want to share an exercise to boost confidence and recharge positive energy...updating your resume. Essentially, a resume is a list of props. ...
May 31, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Today, we are tackling mental health! Specifically how you can take steps to manage your mental health during unusually stressful times. We are currently in a unique situation where there are a lot of people experiencing isolation, change, uncertainty, worry, and stress. (quarantine, job loss, illness, etc) And although these feelings/emotions are very much front and center during Corona, they can still have an impact outside periods of a pandemic. So we wanted to give you some tips that you cou...
May 24, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 22
When was the last time you attempted to deal with your emotions? We are pros at handling everyday complexities such as stress at work, relationships, daily tasks, and societal pressures. On top of our on-going responsibilities, we spend countless hours per week scrolling through social media feeds, processing aimless memes, videos, and photos, which result in minuscule enrichment. If it’s not a virtual distraction, we’re buying a new bag or taking a trip to a tropical island to snap the Instagra...
May 17, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 21
A Coin-sequence is a consequence which negatively impacts your coins or earning potential. One Coin-sequence many of us struggle with is not asking for a raise. Have you heard something like this before, “ Great job! Wow, you killed that presentation! Your new tools increased productivity by 298%! We are so lucky to have you here with us!” If so, did a promotion or increase in earnings come along with your positive performance review? No! Well, that needs to change now. There is no reason for yo...
May 10, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Since we are Full-Time Black Woman we wanted to hit on some personal issues that may be going on your lives. Have you ever had to deal with being around a family member who has always been a nuisance in your life? However, you may feel obligated to be around said individual to keep the peace within the family at family gatherings. Family gatherings are becoming rare occurrences nowadays as people move away and families grow. You try to be the bigger person to ensure younger generations build bon...
May 03, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 19
We’re back at it with another episode in our Self Care series. Picture it: The year is 2019 BC (before Corona), your evenings and weekends are filled with socializing and attending multiple events at crowded venues. Fast forward to these Corona times, and a lot of these activities are no longer an option. Many of us are quarantined or practicing social distancing and finding we are spending more time alone than ever. For some, this may be a time where you are prone to feelings of loneliness. And...
Apr 26, 2020•36 min•Ep. 18
What is an atelophobic? Atelophobia is defined as the fear of not doing something right or the fear of not being good enough. In other words, it's a fear of imperfection. Today we are talking to Jordan Middlebrooks, founder of Smart Girl Logic. Jordan started Smart Girl Logic in April 2017. She is a graduate of Clark Atlanta University and a native of Prince George’s County, Maryland. Jordan enjoys engaging in community service and working with the youth. Through Smart Girl Logic, she hopes to c...
Apr 19, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 17
We are excited to share with you a couple of big Full-Time Black Woman announcements!! First, we are having our first LIVE on Instagram! Join us for our "Quarantine Sippin' & Tippin' Virtual Happy Hour" Thursday, April 23rd at 5:30 PM. The theme is Werkin' Dat Work From Home. We will offer tips in between the sips! We will have Q & A, giveaways and gems for you to enjoy. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @fulltimeblackwoman to join the Full-Time Black Woman community in partaking in s...
Apr 16, 2020•6 min
The coronavirus (COVID 19) has shut down normal day to day activities around the world. Most cities have opted to quarantine its residents in order to fight the spread of the virus. This is maybe the first time in most people’s lives something of this magnitude has occurred. We aren’t wired to handle being stuck in one place against our own will. However, we need to do our part in making sure we are safe, those we care about are safe and our neighbors are safe. Today, we are going to give you so...
Apr 13, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 16
What is misogynoir? Misogynoir is a term created by Black feminist, Moya Bailey. It is the hatred, dislike, distrust, and prejudice directed toward black women. We wanted to address what misogynoir is and how it impacts one’s emotional state, career development and ultimately your mental health. Our society believes that our prosperity is a threat to the current structure of order. We are going to complete a series to breakdown Misogynoir in many ways to help you to combat it on a daily basis. J...
Mar 29, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 15
During these Corona times. most people have been given the opportunity to work from home. The work-from-home job force just got a big push from the current global coronavirus pandemic, but even before COVID-19 became a factor, increasing numbers of people have been saying goodbye to their onerous commute to work. It’s no longer necessary to be in an office full-time to be a productive member of the team. In fact, many kinds of work can be done just as effectively, if not more so, from a home off...
Mar 22, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 14
We wanted to recap our first podcasting conference, Podfest 2020 with you all. Aleese and I (Esha) share some of the highlights during our time in Orlando, FL. We were able to meet some amazing fellow podcasters. We can't wait to connect with some of them to create some exciting content for you! Visit our blog at www.fulltimeblackwoman.com. Join the conversation at our Facebook group, Full-Time Black Woman Conversations. Like and follow our page on Facebook, “Full-Time Black Woman” Follow us on ...
Mar 19, 2020•6 min
Time to get a bit #Casperish, I, Aleese Real, had no idea I was an Alternative Black Woman until Esha Belle told me in 2019. For those of you who don’t know what alternative is. Being an Alternative Black person basically means employing or following non-traditional and non-conventional ideas. Honestly, I was still in a bit of denial until I found my community at AfroPunk Brooklyn. I felt a level of comfort and confidence that I never realized I was missing. When I came back to work I recognized...
Mar 15, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 13
What is B**ch, Buy, Bye, Bank? It's a freedom blueprint which is relevant because many people stay at unpleasant jobs and environments because they feel stuck and need the funds to live. As we always say, bills don’t stop just because you don’t like your job. No longer will you have to feel bonded to your current situation in or out of the office like a present-day indentured servant. The B**ch, Buy, Bye, Bank freedom blueprint is designed to provide any woman with the set up for financial self-...
Mar 07, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Bias is inevitable, right? Everyone has a bias about something. It can be seen in many different aspects of our lives like applying for loans, shopping at the grocery store or even while at work. Some of the more obvious incidences are probably examples of explicit bias and prejudice. (Basically overt racism) However, we wanted to address the impact of implicit racial bias on the work environment and share some of our personal experiences with you all to promote discussion. This is a 2-part epis...
Mar 01, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Bias is inevitable, right? Everyone has a bias about something. It can be seen in many different aspects of our lives like applying for loans, shopping at the grocery store or even while at work. Some of the more obvious incidences are probably examples of explicit bias and prejudice. (Basically overt racism) However, we wanted to address the impact of implicit racial bias on the work environment and share some of our personal experiences with you all to promote discussion. This is a 2-part epis...
Feb 23, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Bringing life into this world is a natural part of our existence. However, being a black, pregnant professional adds more stress to our already stressful lives. This topic hits close to home for Full-Time Black Woman, and we wanted to address it because we’re here for you before, during and after 9-5. While in the workplace we handle gender and racial stresses on a daily basis, but as a black, pregnant and professional woman you have to level up in a way that our white counterparts do not. Today...
Feb 15, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Today we are going to discuss another transparent topic here for the FTBW, anxiety at the workplace. For those unfamiliar with anxiety, it is a mental health disorder characterized by intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities. Some of the symptoms include fast heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating and feeling tired. You may have heard someone call it “the nerves.” Anxiety usually occurs in stressful situations such as the wor...
Feb 09, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 8
No matter how many degrees we may have or how many successes we’ve obtained in our personal and professional lives, a lot of us have struggled with personal finance. We are earning more, yet still living paycheck to paycheck. One would think having a higher paycheck would help us live more comfortable lives. However, sometimes we tend to lack basic money management skills. Living below your means is an essential skill to obtaining financial freedom. It’s a safe haven in case ish happens. And tru...
Feb 01, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Do you know someone who is always broke? You know those people who never seem to have any funds when you’re trying to plan an outing or a trip. You don’t know anyone like that? Well then it must be you! You’re the broke person your friends thought of when I posed the question. Don't worry...there is no shame in being broke. We’ve all been the broke friend at least once. Look at it this way; it is just a starting point for change. But it is a desperate need for us, black women to make a change to...
Jan 25, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Work is a place that is susceptible to immature individuals impacting the social environment. We’ve all had experiences with those who make the regular 8 hours seem like 20. Their annoying, childish behavior and exaggerated reactions bring negativity to the department. It’s inevitable for us to come across these type of people because they exist everywhere. That being said, it's important to know how to handle immature behavior so it doesn't affect your career development or emotional state. Lis...
Jan 18, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5
It’s that time of year (Flu Season)! The office becomes a germ infested incubator of doom. We’re just trying to get through and get by without getting got. If you haven’t noticed, you probably have some professional hackers coughing up lungs and sniffling on a daily basis. We are not trying to be about that life. Health is important. Considering Sick Leave and Paid Time Off are precious, limited resources, we want to give you a few tips on how to avoid getting sick while in the office and proper...
Jan 11, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Self Care is a popular topic these days. It’s something we often put on the back burner of our lives. It's really easy to forget that you have to refill and recharge yourself before you can give your energy to others. One of the biggest energy vampires in life can be your job. So we’re here to talk about how to make the office a calm, safe space for your sanity. Visit our website www.fulltimeblackwoman.com. Join the conversation at our Facebook group, Full-Time Black Woman Conversations. Follow ...
Jan 04, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Let us introduce you to our completely made up word, coin-sequence. Coin-sequences are the consequences of being loyal to a company which negatively impact your coins or earning potential. This is the first episode of a series where we discuss how our behaviors and decisions influence our income. We both have had experiences where we decided to stop being loyal and seek new opportunities. We’re hoping that by sharing our knowledge and experiences we can inspire you to take that leap into somethi...
Dec 28, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
We’re talking about our experiences with aunties in the workplace where the relationship quickly turned sour. For example, these toxic aunties may be off putting, not welcoming and attempt to establish themselves as “Queen Bee” of the department. Full-Time Black Woman has decided to tackle this issue since it is rampant at the job, but not often discussed since it doesn’t impact anyone else but us. Listen to find out how to handle Toxic Aunties in the Workplace. Visit our website www.fulltimebla...
Dec 22, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Join Aleese Real and Esha Belle as they create a safe space for professional black women and entrepreneurs. Learn more about them at their website www.fulltimeblackwoman.com. Join the discussion in the Facebook group Full-Time Black Woman Conversations. Check them out on Facebook and Instagram @fulltimeblackwoman and on Twitter @FTBlackWoman. Subscribe Now!
Dec 18, 2019•1 min
