π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton shares her personal journey of navigating change and the importance of letting go as a leadership skill. She reflects on her experiences as a mother, the challenges of allowing her children to grow and make their own decisions, and how these moments have shaped her understanding of trust and resilience in leadership. TaSheena emphasizes that true leadership involves releasing control and trusting the process, allowing fo...
Jun 18, 2025β’33 minβ’Season 2Ep. 32
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of visibility and relationships for women of color in leadership roles. She emphasizes that hard work alone is not sufficient for career advancement and that building relationship capital through meaningful relationships is crucial. The episode explores the concept of relationship capital, the significance of trust and communication, and introduces the 'relationship triangle' consisting of mentor...
Jun 11, 2025β’31 minβ’Season 2Ep. 32
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges women of color face in the workplace, particularly regarding recognition and communication of their impact. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling as a leadership tool and introduces her Storytelling for Impact Framework, which provides a structured approach to effectively communicate one's contributions and experiences. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to reflect ...
Jun 04, 2025β’39 minβ’Season 2Ep. 31
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton explores the concept of leadership beyond traditional titles and promotions, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes that leadership is not solely about climbing the corporate ladder but can also be expressed through mentorship and influence. TaSheena shares personal experiences and practical strategies for stepping into leadership roles without formal titles, highlighting the importance of visibility, mento...
May 21, 2025β’26 min
π Summary In this episode of Mic Drop, TaSheena Braxton shares powerful leadership lessons aimed at women of color, focusing on how to achieve more without working overtime. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing tasks, effective time management, and the necessity of recovery time to maintain productivity and well-being. TaSheena encourages listeners to set clear boundaries and communicate effectively to avoid burnout and lead authentically. π Gems Do less better; not everything deserve...
May 14, 2025β’8 min
π Summary In this episode of Mic Drops, TaSheena Braxton shares her personal experience with layoffs and offers practical advice on how to navigate the emotional and professional challenges that come with it. She emphasizes the importance of pausing to process feelings, reshaping one's narrative, reconnecting with networks, and creating a structured bounce back plan. The conversation is a powerful reminder that layoffs can serve as pivotal moments for personal growth and new opportunities. π G...
May 14, 2025β’8 min
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses leadership trends that hinder growth and effectiveness. She emphasizes the drawbacks of multitasking, the importance of setting boundaries, the power of authenticity, and the misconception that more certifications equate to greater credibility. TaSheena encourages leaders to embrace their true selves and focus on what truly matters in their leadership journey. π Gems Multitasking leads to burnout, not producti...
May 14, 2025β’9 min
π Summary In this episode of Mic Drop, TaSheena Braxton emphasizes the importance of transparent communication in leadership. She outlines key elements that leaders should consistently share with their teams, including the vision, changes, successes, and their own work. By doing so, leaders can foster trust, engagement, and a sense of connection within their teams. TaSheena advocates for a leadership style that is approachable and relatable, encouraging leaders to model the behavior they wish t...
May 14, 2025β’7 min
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton shares six effective strategies for showcasing your skills at work without coming across as boastful. She emphasizes the importance of tracking and sharing wins, engaging in meetings, leading initiatives, mentoring others, communicating ongoing projects, and making work visible. These strategies aim to help individuals advocate for themselves and enhance their professional visibility, ultimately leading to greater recogn...
May 14, 2025β’10 min
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles, particularly when support from management is lacking. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, creating personal development plans, and utilizing current job roles as opportunities for growth. TaSheena encourages listeners to build their own support networks and take charge of their career paths without waiting for permission from others. οΏ½...
May 07, 2025β’21 minβ’Season 2Ep. 24
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses strategies for starting a new job or role effectively. She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions, building relationships, and establishing boundaries to ensure success and personal growth in the workplace. TaSheena shares her personal experiences as an introvert and offers practical advice for navigating new environments while maintaining authenticity and leadership. π Gems You have full control over...
Apr 30, 2025β’19 minβ’Season 2Ep. 23
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles, particularly during layoffs and job transitions. She shares her personal experiences with layoffs and introduces her new program, Reclaim, designed to support women of color navigating these difficult times. The program focuses on both emotional and practical aspects of job transitions, including financial triage, personal narratives, and networki...
Apr 16, 2025β’26 minβ’Season 2Ep. 22
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton shares her personal journey of navigating job loss and the emotional turmoil that accompanies it. She discusses the lessons learned from her experience, emphasizing the inevitability of change, the importance of self-trust, and the realization that support may come from unexpected places. TaSheena encourages listeners to embrace their purpose and understand that losing a job does not define their worth or skills. The epi...
Apr 03, 2025β’33 minβ’Season 2Ep. 21
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the unique challenges women of color face in managing their time effectively. She introduces her Time Budget Method, which aims to help individuals take control of their schedules and prioritize their commitments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, understanding personal values, and implementing practical strategies to reclaim time and enhance productivity. π Gems Women of color ...
Mar 26, 2025β’33 minβ’Season 2Ep. 20
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena discusses the challenges and emotional impact of layoffs, particularly for women of color. She shares her personal experiences of being laid off twice and offers practical advice on how to navigate the aftermath, including taking time to process emotions, creating a clear action plan, and leveraging support networks. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-empowerment and taking control of one's career path after expe...
Mar 19, 2025β’31 minβ’Season 2Ep. 19
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of feedback for women of color in leadership roles. She emphasizes the need for self-evaluation and introduces the concept of retrospectives as a tool for personal and professional growth. By proactively assessing their performance, listeners can gain valuable insights and advocate for themselves in their careers. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to implement these strate...
Mar 12, 2025β’16 minβ’Season 2Ep. 18
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of finding your career niche, especially in the context of navigating layoffs and career transitions. She shares her personal experiences with being laid off and how she prepared for her career shifts. TaSheena emphasizes the universal challenges many face in their careers, such as questioning self-worth and seeking permission, and how identifying a career niche can help individuals stand out and...
Feb 26, 2025β’20 minβ’Season 2Ep. 17
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the concept of leadership capacity, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and expanding one's capacity to lead effectively. She shares personal experiences and practical strategies for avoiding burnout, making strategic decisions, and delegating tasks. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care and setting boundaries to enhance leadership effectiveness, particularly for women of color. ππ G...
Feb 20, 2025β’31 minβ’Season 2Ep. 16
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton emphasizes the importance of storytelling for leaders. She discusses how effective storytelling can build trust, inspire action, and create a shared language among teams. TaSheena outlines three essential types of stories every leader should master: the identity story, the transformation story, and the future story. Each story serves a unique purpose in establishing a leader's brand, showcasing their impact, and painting...
Feb 05, 2025β’31 minβ’Season 2Ep. 15
π Summary In this conversation, TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges introverts face in networking and offers practical steps to grow their professional networks. She emphasizes the importance of reframing networking as community building, setting boundaries, and focusing on quality connections. TaSheena shares her personal experiences and insights, encouraging introverts to embrace their strengths and approach networking authentically. ππ Gems Introversion can be a strength in networkin...
Jan 30, 2025β’24 minβ’Season 2Ep. 14
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of community and networking for women of color in advancing their careers. She shares her personal journey from an entry-level position to a six-figure salary, emphasizing the role of mentors and sponsors. The conversation highlights the unique challenges faced by women of color in corporate environments and offers practical strategies for building authentic relationships that can lead to career ...
Jan 22, 2025β’23 minβ’Season 2Ep. 13
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of decision-making in achieving goals, especially for women of color. She emphasizes the need to set clear goals, write them down, and create systems to ensure accountability and success. The conversation explores the challenges faced at the beginning of the year and offers practical advice on how to maintain momentum and commitment towards personal and professional aspirations. ππ Gems Setting...
Jan 15, 2025β’22 minβ’Season 2Ep. 12
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of creating a leader roadmap for career advancement, particularly for women of color. She introduces the AAA formulaβAnchor, Align, Activateβas a strategic approach to career development. The episode emphasizes the significance of understanding personal goals, aligning skills with opportunities, and building a supportive network, including an executive board. TaSheena also highlights the necessit...
Dec 23, 2024β’21 minβ’Season 1Ep. 11
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of taking intentional action in one's career, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes the need for clarity and specificity in career goals and introduces the concept of leadership pillars, which consist of strengths, passions, tangible skills, experiences, and networking. By identifying these pillars, individuals can create a roadmap for their career, moving from a reactive to a proactive...
Dec 18, 2024β’34 minβ’Season 1Ep. 10
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton discusses the importance of time management, emphasizing that it is more about life management. She shares personal experiences and insights on the challenges of managing time effectively, especially during busy periods like the holidays. The conversation covers the impact of distractions, the myth of multitasking, and the significance of self-discipline. TaSheena provides practical strategies for improving time manageme...
Dec 11, 2024β’26 minβ’Season 1Ep. 9
π Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the significance of strategic leadership, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes that strategic thinking is a critical skill necessary for career advancement and dispels the myth that individuals are not inherently strategic. TaSheena shares her personal journey and outlines a four-step process to help listeners become more strategic leaders, focusing on awareness of opportunities, seeking mentorship, clear communication of goals, a...
Dec 04, 2024β’28 minβ’Season 1Ep. 8
π Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the critical importance of self-care, especially for women of color, who often juggle multiple responsibilities and face societal pressures to perform. She emphasizes the need to prioritize rest and mental well-being, challenges the grind culture that glorifies constant work, and offers practical strategies for incorporating rest into daily life. Through personal anecdotes and insights, TaSheena encourages listeners to recognize their worth ...
Nov 28, 2024β’33 minβ’Season 1Ep. 7
π Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton reflects on the emotional aftermath of the recent U.S. election results, expressing feelings of devastation and the challenge of finding gratitude in difficult times. She discusses the importance of resilience, particularly for women of color, and shares personal anecdotes about navigating rejection in professional spaces. TaSheena emphasizes the power of gratitude as a tool for reframing rejection and offers practical s...
Nov 06, 2024β’54 minβ’Season 1Ep. 6
π Summary In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the concept of imposter syndrome, particularly as it affects women of color. She argues that imposter syndrome is often misdiagnosed and instead reframes it as 'imposter treatment,' which reflects the societal and systemic issues that contribute to feelings of inadequacy. TaSheena emphasizes the importance of recognizing external factors that influence self-perception and encourages listeners to reclaim their worth and identity. Through pers...
Oct 30, 2024β’37 minβ’Season 1Ep. 5
π Summary In this episode of the Leadership Beyond the Title podcast, TaSheena Braxton discusses the pervasive fear of rejection and its impact on personal and professional growth. She emphasizes the importance of overcoming this fear to seize opportunities, build authentic connections, and embrace vulnerability. Through personal anecdotes and client stories, TaSheena illustrates how rejection can serve as a catalyst for growth and learning, encouraging listeners to recognize their unique exper...
Oct 23, 2024β’42 minβ’Season 1Ep. 4
