The Network Hour

In the episode I highlight why saying and learning to say NO can offer you growth in your business and professional career. Takeaways: 1. Why boundaries are essential to sustainable growth 2. The 4 types of boundaries every professional needs: TERV - Time, Energy, Relationship and Value 3. How to say NO without burning bridges: Framework: Compliment, Decline, Redirect 4. Why NO is one of the most...

In this episode I explore, "The Art of Giving Feedback" and why it is important to know what feedback is. Areas covered: 1. What feedback really is 2. The Art of Giving Feedback 3. How to Receive Feedback like a PRO 4. Feedback vs Commentary 5. When Criticism pretends to be Feedback 6. Personal Stories 7. Closing Challenge If this episode helped you, share it with a friend, a colleague,...

In this episode, we’re diving into the power of a well-crafted elevator pitch with career coach, resume writer, and job search strategist Jasmine-Briggs Rogers. Whether you're networking, interviewing, or pitching yourself for new opportunities, how you introduce yourself can make all the difference. Jasmine shares expert insights on crafting a pitch that is clear, compelling, and designed to...

Welcome to today's episode discussing the topic of First Impression with my special guest Claudia Martell. Today we address a crucial topic that can sometimes be overlooked, however whether your in business, walking to a meeting, attending a networking event or connective virtually the way you present yourself can set the tone for success or hold you back. We hope you enjoy the podcast. Please...

We had a great time on Saturday, October 12th at LIU Brooklyn, networking and talking about the Topic: "A Seat at the Table". This was the beginning of our Standing In the Gap, fire side chat series and it was transformational. We gained so many insights and was empowered to take up our seat at the table, pull up a chair or even build your own table. Some of the key takeaways: 1. You do not have t...

In this episode we talk about how we are living in a society where everything seems to be microwaved or expected to be. Engaging in professional networking with the intention to get results fast can be counterproductive and can lead to disappointment. Here is why you should avoid using a microwave approach to networking: 1. Relationships takes time and are more valuable when you take time to get t...

In today's episode we discuss some stories written by Reddit users asking for career advice. I found the story about the exit interview particularly interesting because it was relatable and something that I know a lot of people have experienced or are experiencing currently. Navigating a toxic work environment can be difficult. It's important to know when to leave and how to leave. I hope...

Why is developing a Career Plan important? Well A career plan list your short term and long term goals and the steps you take to achieve those goals. A career plan can help to give you clarity, uniformity and organization in planning your goals and developing strategies to meet them. In this episode I share 8 effective steps to take when developing your career plan. 1. Identify Your Career Options...

Todays episode is based on a LinkedIn News article talking about career breaks. Reshma Saujani, the founder and CEO of Moms First spoke about how to navigate and talk about their career break. See link to the article: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7168991768435183616/?commentUrn=urn%3Ali%3Acomment%3A(ugcPost%3A7168991571017711617%2C7168999518267514881)&dashCommentUrn=urn...

In this episode we outline the meaning of value and worth and how sometimes they are used together and also at times used to mean the same thing. We also, discuss how both words have two different meanings, however knowing one helps you to know the other. What do you think about both words? How do you use them in your everyday talk? Let's discuss Please download and share this episode and have...

Are Genzers speaking up more and elevating their voice in the workplace more than Millenials? It seems as though Genz mantra is we are not working for free and our work-life-balance is important. What can Millenials learn from Genz and what can Genz learn from Millenials? We discuss a few in this episode. Please share, download this episode and subscribe to the podcast to hear more discussions lik...

AI is here and it's here to stay. Employers are now using AI with platforms such as Sparkhire and Hirevue to sift through applicants for the jobs they are offering. Is this a good thing? Like I said in this episode I think it's one more thing that job seekers have to be prepared to overcome in their process. According to Voomer (source) questions are pre-recorded and you are allowed a cert...

In today's episode we explore the pressing topics that are in the headlines from a professional perspective and in true Network Hour fashion. We break down: 1. Hunter Biden and Congress 2. Trump Rhetoric 3. Johnathan Majors and Coretta comment 4. Taraji P Henson and Value/Worth 5. Harvard President resigns - Claudine Gay We hope you enjoy the episode. Share and Subscribe.

Looking back at 2023 and really understanding the challenges and learning from the mistakes. Looking forward into 2024 and setting some new goals and adopting a new attitude and mindset to foster growth.

Welcome to episode 1 of our new series workplace interactions. In this letter we react to a problem the writer is having with her co-worker.

We spend most of our time working in the office and often times we have interactions with our co-workers or bosses. In this trailer I read a small snippet of a letter sent to me about a woman having problems with her co-worker. Stay tuned for the episode where we dive deeper into this letter.

We hear the phrase work life balance all the time and share the sentiment that it is important but how many of us actually incorporate it into our daily lives. A couple of weeks ago I got a rude awakening of how I was neglecting myself and not paying attention to the life balance in the phrase work life balance. Weeks of being sick and me still thinking about work brought me to the realization tha...

Are you self-sabotaging consciously or unconsciously? In this episode, I talk about self-sabotage and how easy we can fall into that behavior of self-sabotaging. Often times it is something that has become a part of who we are and how we show up. We also self-sabotage out of FEAR; and so it affects our personal and professional success as well as our mental health. Stop Self-Sabotaging: 1. Learn h...

Networking is about building and maintaining valuable relationships. A relationship entails of two people or multiple people. There must also be value to the relationship. Each person must work on the relationship and build, support and encourage each other to grow. Networking is not selfish and your network is not a mechanism for you to just feed from. Engage in giving vs asking all the time. In...

We all know that it takes 10 seconds or even less for someone to form an impression of us. Now, I recognize that might not be who we are, we might just be going through something at the time, however it is important to be mindful that sometimes that first impression can completely turn someone away from you. A negative first impression can cost you a job, a business opportunity, a networking conne...

Are you a leader? Can everyone be a leader? I personally believe that everyone is not called to be a leader because leadership is very hard and can be a burden. Without the ability to understand, overcome and step-up, a lot of people do not have the capacity to be leaders. Leadership can be emotionally draining and stressful. Sometimes doing meaningful work does not allow you to be happy all the t...

One of the #1 reasons for being stuck and remaining stuck is FEAR. Fear of the unknown Fear of change Fear of what people might say Fear of starting over Fear of being rejected When you look at all that fear, on top of fear, on top of fear it adds up to being in a permanently stuck state. You are in the sunken place of stuck and you're gonna need a swift kick in the butt and some great people...

In this episode Lauren share her experience and expertise on how to find and elevate your career confidence. She shares workable tips on how to build your confidence and even give some advice on how to navigate personal and professional. Lauren is a Career Change Coach who helps women who are unfulfilled in their current career positions to discover their next career path and define success on the...

In this episode of The Network Hour, I sat down with Mss Francois of The Mss Francois Show to talk about the topic: 'The Strong Black Woman In Relationships'. Listen to us talk about our experiences, issues in society and how to move forward being the best person you can be. Who is Mss Francois and how to get in contact with her: Mss Francois is a creator, host, author and entertainers She...

We spend 4 years in a pandemic that made us stressed, work a lot and for some of us eat a lot. Because of the panic and the restrictions of going out side a lot of our fitness routines went by the way side. In this episode, I speak with Danielle CEO and Founder of Fit N Play Mama about fitness and nutrition. She shares some great tips on how to start the fitness process and maintain healthy eating...