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A FARE Update: Q1 2021

S5 Update

In this episode, an update about what’s happening with me, my thoughts on relationship building, and how getting to your next role is probably not going to be because you blindly submitted an application online.

Goodbye 2020: Year In Review with Chris Mann of Podshaper

S4:Finale (Ep 30)

Chris and I decided to come together one last time for 2020 and take a look back at the past 3 years we have been creating this show together.  

How NOT To F*** Up The Interview

S4:Ep 27

In this episode, Felicia shares the frustrating tale of how we f*** up interviews, even when other Black women want to hire us!  

We mess up by not being prepared in a number of ways.  Today we talk through it and explain what the hired candidates do differently to set themselves apart.

My Open Letter To WellsFargo’s CEO

S4:Ep 26

In this episode, Felicia shares her own testimony of when her own job search tactics don’t work, proving that sometimes, you just hit a Black Woman wall.  But that’s okay because it ALWAYS works out!

HOW to Share Your POV

S4:Ep 24

In this episode, Felicia teaches HOW to share your POV at work.  Building off of Tia’s bonus advice about sharing your POV, Felicia breaks down how to prepare to share your POV and how to construct your point of view.  

Black Senior Leader’s Dilemma w/ Tia Cummings

S4:Ep 23

In this episode, Felicia has an insightful and nuggets filled conversation with her bestie, Tia Cummings to talk about how she got to the VP level, what she is learning in her new role, and the dilemma Black senior leaders face in the workplace.

Mid-Year Reviews: COVID Edition

S4:Ep 22

In this episode, we get focused on how to set ourselves up for the rest of the year, despite the Rona.  We breakdown how to ask for critical feedback, why we need to stay focused on our annual objectives/deliverables, and the need to continue building relationships, even in the midst of a global pandemic.

Your Workplace Survival Guide: Ep.4 The Toxic Workplace

S4:Ep 20

In this episode, the last in the Your Workplace Survival Guide series, I break down how to survive a toxic workplace until your exit.  

Your Workplace Survival Guide: Ep.3 The Bad Boss, Part 2

S4:Ep 19

In this episode, I continue to break down how to manage a bad boss using the mistakes I made with one of the worst managers I ever had.  *Bleep* was a passive-aggressive micromanaging sabotaged, the worst type of Karen there is in the workplace.   *TRIGGER WARNING* 

Your Workplace Survival Guide: Ep.3 The Bad Boss, Part 1

S4:Ep 18

In this episode, I break down how to manage a bad boss.  *TRIGGER WARNING*

Your Workplace Survival Guide: Ep.2 The Undermining Co-worker

S4:Ep 17

In this episode, I break down how you manage an undermining co-worker.  
This episode builds on Ep.1 The Tools You Need.

Your Workplace Survival Guide: Ep.1 The Tools You Need

S4:Ep 16

This is the 1st episode of a 5 episode series.

In this episode, I break down the arsenal of tools you need as a foundation for surviving the workplace. 

Microaggressions: You Are Not Crazy!

S4:Ep 14

In this episode, I break down how microaggressions play out for us and how I explained this to my manager, Harriet.

Silence Is Not An Option! #BLM

S4:Ep 13

In this episode, I share with you what I have learned during this time in our history and why you can no longer be Silent and protect everyone else’s fragile feelings.  

Adapting My Work Style During The Rona

S4:Ep 11

In this episode, I talk about what I’m learning about gaining information, consensus building, and creating boundaries while working during COVID-19. 

Tiffany’s Top Business Lessons From The Teddy Riley Debacle

S4:Ep 10

In this episode, my B-School BFF, Tiffany Samuels, joins me once again to discuss her top business learnings from the Teddy Riley vs Baby Face Song Battle Part 1.   So many rich learnings from the fail that was #TeamDoTooMuchRiley.  

Navigating Your Career Amid Coronavirus w/Alexandrea Davis

S4:Ep 8

In this episode, I chat with one of my MBA besties about how we are thinking through our careers during #ThatRona. 

Tired and Strugglin’: A FARE Update

S4 Update

I’m seven episodes into 2020 and I’m struggling.  This isn’t a normal episode.  In this episode, I get honest about what is going on with me and what I’m learning– in my new gig, in producing this podcast, and in life in general.  

Don’t Sleep On Lean In! w/ Raena and Pam from LeanIn.Org

S4:Ep 6

In this episode, I talk with the good folks at LeanIn.Org.  Raena Saddler, VP of People & Managing Director and Pamela Nonga Ngue, Senior Communications Specialist at LeanIn.Org share with me all the resources they have for Corporate Warriors like you!

Are You Prepared For Sponsorship? The Career Big Game!

S4:Ep 5

In this episode, building from last week’s episode, we focus on getting ready for sponsorship.  Before we start targeting potential leaders in the organization, we some work to do on ourselves first.  Once we have prepped, we give ourselves a better chance to ask for sponsorship.  We talk about building your narrative, understanding your organization, and how NOT to ask for sponsorship.

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