Living Corporate

Zach sits down with Rah Thomas, a managing director in Accenture's Infrastructure Operations practice with over 15 years of experience. They discuss his role with the company and what it looks like to create access for other black and brown folks that are coming behind him. Rah also shares a few points of advice for today’s young leaders. Connect with Rah on LinkedIn and Twitter! Search open posit...

On the second installment of The Link Up with Latesha, our incredible host Latesha Byrd, founder of Byrd Career Consulting, talks about the importance of having a career readiness toolkit. She also lists the five things she considers a must when building your own. If you stay ready, you don't have to get ready! Find out more about Latesha on the BCC website or connect with her through her socials!...

Ade and Zach remember and honor the life and work of Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Toni Morrison, who passed away on August 5th, 2019, at the age of 88. Immerse yourself in her bibliography on Amazon.

Zach sits down with Michelle Gadsden-Williams, the managing director and North American inclusion & diversity lead at Accenture, to discuss her role at work and why inclusion is placed first in her job title. They also talk about her book, Climb, and how she sees organizations shifting in the next decade to be more inclusive to trans people. Read Michelle's full bio on AIT, and check out her book...

On the very first episode of The Link Up with Latesha, our incredible host Latesha Byrd, founder of Byrd Career Consulting, lets us know that selfies are not headshots, and she graciously shares a few tips that help take a great one.  Find out more about Latesha on the BCC website or connect with her through her socials! LinkedIn, IG, Twitter, FB Check out Latesha's YouTube channel! BCC's socials:...

On the twenty-sixth entry of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield of Layfield Resume Consulting talks about the measures he takes to address workplace conflict. Conflicts with coworkers are inevitable, always uncomfortable, and typically left unresolved, so be sure to utilize the three-step approach he shares!  Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter!

Zach sits down with Nigel Stephens, the director of government relations for Accenture Federal Services, to discuss the mixing of politics and work. Nigel breaks down the real definitions of economics and politics and details his role as the primary liaison with members of Congress and policy makers for AFS. Connect with SCORE on the following platforms: LinkedIn, Twitter, IG, Facebook, YouTube, P...

Zach welcomes career designer, speaker, career coach and business coach Latesha Byrd of Byrd Career Consulting to the podcast, and they announce a new weekly show called The Link Up with Latesha! She'll be sharing real deal advice on how to level up professionally in your career every Saturday, so don't forget to check back on the weekend! Find out more about Latesha on the BCC website or connect...

On the twenty-fifth installment of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield suggests keeping an underutilized gem - a career journal. It can be an effective tool if you struggle to update your resume/LinkedIn profile or feel like you have nothing to write when you have to do your self-assessment for your performance reviews. Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter!

Zach sits down with Nap Bar founder Khaliah Guillory to discuss the concept of being well-rested at work. They also talk about the genesis of the Nap Bar and the workforce of the future. Additionally, Khaliah shares a few interesting statistics relating to the topic. Check out the Nap Bar! Connect with them on their socials here: LinkedIn, Twitter, IG, Facebook Connect with Khaliah on a variety of...

On the twenty-fourth entry of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield (@LayfieldResume) talks about networking in a place where the importance of networking is often underestimated. He also shares a few upsides to networking throughout your company. Career success sits at the intersection of personal and organizational goals, so take the time to cultivate relationships throughout your o...

Zach sits down with Guide co-founder Mike Yates to discuss the future of learning. Mike shares what he thinks are the top three things that are changing within the world of learning. He also lists a few ways he thinks organizations will need to adjust for future workforces. Connect with Guide! We've got their website and socials: Twitter, IG, Facebook

On the twenty-third installment of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield (@LayfieldResume) talks about the difference between being perceived as a doer versus as an achiever at work. He also shares a few tips on how to stand out as the latter rather than the former. Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter!

Zach sits down with Precious Williams of Perfect Pitches by Precious to talk about how to pitch for yourself effectively. They break down the basics of a pitch and discuss what most people get wrong when pitching for themselves. Connect with Precious on LinkedIn or Twitter, and check out her website below! https://perfectpitchesbyprecious.com/

On the twenty-second entry of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield (@LayfieldResume) talks about meetings and how you can turn some of those unnecessary ones into emails. Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter! https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristanlayfield/ https://www.instagram.com/layfieldresume/ https://www.facebook.com/LayfieldResume/ https://twitter.com/layfieldresu...

Zach sits down with Joe Price, the co-founder and general manager of Grown Up Sports, to talk about GUS Leagues, and Joe shares a few physical wellness tips for professionals, particularly people of color. Check out GUS Leagues! Read the articles mentioned on the show: Why Your Chair Might Be Killing You Office Exercise: Add More Activity to Your Workday The Future of Wellness at Work The Future o...

On the twenty-first installment of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield (@LayfieldResume) shares the method he and his employees use to make review time a breeze. Remember, your annual review is the time for you to be your own best advocate! Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter! https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristanlayfield/ https://www.instagram.com/layfieldresume/ ht...

Ade and Zach reply to more listener letters! Remember, if you have a question you'd like for us to answer and read on the show, feel free to email us at livingcorporatepodcast@gmail.com! You can also DM us on all platforms - they're open! Check them out: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram Connect with us! http://bit.ly/livingcorporate

On the twentieth entry of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield discusses something he thinks we've all been guilty of at one point - resume spamming. He shares a couple steps to help increase your chances of having your resume seen. Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter! https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristanlayfield/ https://www.instagram.com/layfieldresume/ https://www...

In this special episode, educator, mentor, and business leader Elizabeth “Liz” Sweigart interviews Brendon to explore the intersect of sexual orientation, gender and race. They also discuss the difference between the feeling of fitting in and the feeling of belonging and so much more. Connect with Liz on Twitter, IG, and LinkedIn! https://twitter.com/amotherofajob?lang=en https://www.instagram.com...

On the nineteenth installment of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield (@LayfieldResume) shares a few good questions to ask and others to avoid when the floor is yours. Remember, impressions are everything throughout the hiring process, and your interview is your first impression. The questions you ask can either help solidify you as a top pick or hurt your chances of getting a call b...

Zach sits down with Side Hustle Pro's Nicaila Matthews Okome to talk about all things hustle. She shares her career journey, promotes SHP's Podcast Moguls program, and breaks down the genesis of her Color Noir app. She also illustrates what it looks like to really build authentic relationships in today's space. Check out Side Hustle Pro! http://bit.ly/2Zl5c4r Find out more about SHP's Podcast Mogu...

Ade hosts another special episode, this time centered around pride and the origins of Pride Month! She also talks about the infamous Stonewall riots and the series of events they kicked off that have brought us to this point in time. Find out more about Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marsha_P._Johnson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylvia_Rivera Connect with us!...

On the eighteenth entry of Tristan's Tips, our special guest Tristan Layfield (@LayfieldResume) dives into a goal setting method that will help you achieve your goals through actionable steps called "Boulder, Rock, Sand." Connect with Tristan on LinkedIn, IG, FB, and Twitter! https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristanlayfield/ https://www.instagram.com/layfieldresume/ https://twitter.com/layfieldresume h...

Zach sits down with the host of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia Ann Rose Enuha, in this special crossover centered around respectability politics. They discuss the importance of encouraging folks to embrace their full selves, noting that only in being your most authentic self can you really be your best at work. Check out the Trill MBA Show! Part 2 is on Apple! https://trillmba.com/episodes/ https://p...