Serve It & Own It: A Leadership Lifestyle podcast

It's time to take strategic action in your career. As a leadership coach, I teach my clients a very straightforward, 3-step process to land a leadership position by confidently conveying their leadership brand. On this episode, I share how my client used my framework to go from working in a role where he was undervalued and sidelined, to a role director position where he sat on the executive team....

This episode is for you if you're overworked and well-liked but getting paid pennies on the dollar! No, not literal pennies. I mean, if you're getting paid $75,000 a year, and the local market says that most people, doing the same level of work, are typically paid $110,000. That's a huge gap! But how do you get in this situation? Blame your employer. They love all of the work we do, the energy we...

Let's talk about habits that limit our growth. Part of being a strong leader is creating habits that will help you perform at an exceptional level. I challenge you to think about what habits you practice in your career and really evaluate if those habits are serving you. I am fortunate that many of my habits help me accelerate career and personal growth.  What kind of habits do you want to leave i...

As a first-generation college grad, masters degree holder and corporate executive, I have to navigated unchartered territory many times. Honestly, it has been scary and challenging. On this episode, I talk about the tough decisions I've had to make to survive on my own, living New York City.  In my 20's, I carried a lot of burdens from my past, growing up in a poor neighborhood, losing my mom at 1...

In the season 2 premiere, I share how I landed a c-suite job! I finally decided to go after a role where I could influence the People strategy at an organization. When I win, we WIN; so I'm spilling the details here. On this episode, we cover what gave me the confidence to pursue this higher level in my career. I also share how I attracted this role and negotiated my desired compensation. If you a...

Title: How to Get the Raise You Deserve I recorded this episode the day the grand jury rendered a verdict in the Breonna Taylor case. While the outcome broke my heart, it also reminded me that we cannot let up. We must create advancement paths for ourselves and support other women trying to overcome glass ceilings and navigate institutional racism. #weallwegot This episode shows you how to approac...

Title: Use these tips to speak up for yourself at work This episode gives you tips on how to advocate for yourself at work. It imperative that women of color do this because we cannot rely on our employers to carve out a career trajectory for us. You have to learn how to leverage your unique experience and expertise. That is how you demonstrate you are capable and ready for more responsibility and...

Title: How to Negotiate a Raise in Corporate In this episode, I share how you successfully negotiate a raise. You must start with actually making the request to the right people. You also need to be knowledgeable about your current compensation package, what your local market pays for the level of work you're doing, and other forms of compensation besides salary. Feel free to ask questions or add...

Title: 3 Myths About Requesting a Salary Increase During Your Review This episode debunks myths about going after a raise during your review. First myth that you need to toss - you must wait until your review to ask for a raise. That is simply not true. I go deeper into why and when you need to start advocating for your raise.  Don't let your review pass without really assessing what's going on in...

Title: 5 Things You Must Do Before Q4 Q4 is right around the corner, and if you're trying to make power moves in your career and income, you need to prepare now. In this episode, I give you some actionable items to complete to ensure that you are positioned to win at the end of the year. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in the comments. We can also chat about the episode on Tw...

Title: My Commitment to WOC in Corporate in this episode, I explain I was fed up with lack of available training around how to advance in corporate. My friends, colleagues and I had faced glass ceilings; and when I broke through the ceiling, I made a commitment to help other women do the same. My signature program is all about teaching women the informal process of advancement, and how to spend yo...

Title: How to Live the Fabulous 6-Figure Corporate LeadHER Lifestyle To level up your career and income in corporate america, YOU must have a plan and YOU must demonstrate that you're ready for the next level. In this episode, I pose some reflection questions that help you identify how to move up in your career. Then, we talk about what people and resources you need in your circle to advance. Feel...

Title: Why You Have to Stop Waiting for Others To Give You a Salary Increase This episode I discuss how you can't rely on your company to tell you how to advance and get paid more. Ultimately, you are in charge of your career path and earning potential, so you have to strategically work towards attaining your desired level and compensation. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in...

Title: Who are your allies with power at work? This breaks down the importance of having influential allies at work. To advance in a corporation, you need to understand formal and informal processes, and having allies with decision-making power is extremely valuable. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in the comments. We can also chat about the episode on Twitter. I'm at @Courtn...

Title: How I went from $55k base salary to $115k On this episode, I share my personal corporate income story. I started out in an entry-level human generalist, and in about 2 years, I was promoted and doubled my corporate salary. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in the comments. We can also chat about the episode on Twitter. I'm at @CourtneyBall_MA Instagram : @Courtney. Ball....

Title: Setting Boundaries at Work On this episode, we discuss how to put boundaries up around your time. It may be hard to speak up, and ask for time to yourself, I challenge you to re-frame how you approach it. You are not asking for personal time, you are proactively managing your time and making sure you prioritize what's important at work and in your life. I strongly believe you need motivatio...

Title: 3 Mistakes Blocking Your Next Salary Increase Talking salary and compensation can be scary, especially if you are unprepared. This episode gives you straightforward advice on how to negotiate a higher salary and earn your next increase. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in the comments. We can also chat about the episode on Twitter. I'm at @CourtneyBall_MA Instagram : @C...

On episode 3, we're breaking down the different pieces of your compensation. It's important to under the many parts of your compensation package so you can ensure you're being paid a salary that matches your impact. Also, this video helps you maximize your benefits and make sure you're receiving all benefits for your personal finance. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in the co...

In episode 2, I challenge you to evaluate how you're spending your time at work. Are you getting busy in the weeds so you don't have to figure out next steps in your career?  I talk about how we spend time on mundane busy work to avoid discomfort and progress. If you have aspirations of moving up in 2020 or in the near-future, you have to start making intentional strides towards your goals now. Fe...

This episode gives you suggestions you can implement immediately to make an impact in your workplace. Yes, you may be one of the few voices speaking up, but it is the right thing to do for humanity and your career. Feel free to ask questions or add your thoughts below in the comments. We can also chat about the episode on Twitter. I'm at @CourtneyBall_MA Instagram : @Courtney. Ball. MA Facebook :...