The First-Gen Lounge

Nothing is comparable to the special kind of pain felt when a close mentor transitions. The pain is often associated with memories or moments that we’ve had with them, but more so the lessons they didn’t have time to teach us. It’s as if our personal journeys have lost direction, and we find ourselves suddenly lost. What we can’t see, in the blurriness of our pain, is that a true mentor never real...

Unfortunately, we live in a society that has stereotypes for everything. From love to lifestyles to career paths, people will always find something wrong with your life’s choices. However, that does not mean that you should bow to societal pressure. You can never be perfect; you can only be you, and it’s time you drop the people constantly on your case about who you should or shouldn’t be. Check o...

Today is a throwback from exactly a year ago that we didn't have a clue of just how much we'd need at this very moment! With all that happened in 2020, the world is increasingly moving towards the digital age where we'll enjoy contactless information transfer. A Lot of things will obviously be affected by this sudden change, including mentor-mentee relationships. Being remote and unable to access...

To some people, it’s a little too early in the year to talk about failure. But, why wait until failure actually happens to start talking about it? Why wouldn’t someone want to be mentally prepared for tragic events that will likely occur in the future? So, a couple of days ago, I stumbled upon an Instagram post that talked about failure. I thought that the message was inspiring and so I posted it...

As we bid goodbye to the year 2020, I know I won't be the first to admit that it's been one crazy ride. The highlight was obviously the pandemic, but events such as the Black Lives Matter Movement united people like we've never seen before. As for me, I had my own ups and downs. I lost my business back in March and tried every strategy possible to recover. However, I won't sit here wallowing in se...

A typical human being dreams an average of about 4 to 6 dreams per night. If you can experience at least four dreams a night, why is it that you're still stuck on that one idea that failed to materialize? How you want your life to look doesn't have to be constant. Things change, and new passions are discovered daily. Don't limit yourself to a certain number of objectives just because that's what s...

Did you know that while Facebook has an average of less than 5% organic reach on all posts, LinkedIn boasts of more than 40%? If you knew about all that, then why aren’t you on LinkedIn? And if you are, why aren’t you taking advantage of the beast that is LinkedIn engagement? LinkedIn has traditionally been viewed as a professional social media platform for capturing our professional network, disp...

The sad reality about today’s society is that people approach everything with a competitive mindset— especially women of color. If someone else is making moves, you’ll automatically find yourself wanting to outdo them. While this approach might have worked during your school days, it’s not applicable in the real world. The way successful people make it to the top is by collaborating with other peo...

We all have our own special way of doing things, but there comes a time when life forces us to start doing things differently. Changing the way we’re used to doing things is like stepping into the twilight, a place where nobody knows what to expect. The problem with this normal way of thinking is that it keeps us safe and that's not always a good thing. Being comforted is fine, feeling comfortable...

Going to college is by no means an easy feat. From the extensive application process to the demanding entrance exams, earning your spot can be tough. Even after going through all that, there’s still the exorbitant fees to worry about. That’s where scholarships come in. With only one in eight students winning a scholarship, having good grades doesn’t cut it anymore. You'll have to prove to the scho...

They said it’s lonely at the top; it’s even lonelier when you are a person of color. Over the past couple of months, a lot of attention has been paid to systemic racism, a timely reminder that people of color are less represented, more so in professional settings. Once people of color start climbing up the ladder, they find themselves on their own most of the time. This is concrete proof that a pe...

For most entrepreneurs, coming up with a business name is a more daunting task than coming up with a great idea. In fact, most entrepreneurs admit that they had to spend hours on end trying to figure out what name to use for their brand. The first thing people notice about your brand is the name. A unique name undoubtedly says a lot about what you can offer and how creative you can get. With a cat...

For a long time, I used to find myself feeling like once I graduated from college, especially in professional settings, people didn’t have my back. I spent a lot of time thinking that something was wrong with me, too. It was this unsettling feeling that because I was “grown” I was supposed to have the answers, but in a number of cases I didn’t find that to be true. It made it hard to reach out, an...

It's no secret; the best performing organizations are continuously championing wellness and inclusivity. Unfortunately, determining what makes your team diverse isn't as straightforward as it seems. While different ingredients define uniqueness, you, as a leader, have the responsibility to discern what makes your team unique. Establishing a work environment where your team members can feel appreci...

Remember that time when only celebrities and major organizations had personal brands? That time you needed to be a big industry player to attract attention and dominate the social waves? Well, things changed! Anyone willing to invest the time, effort, and correct marketing strategy can build their brand. As an entrepreneur, how you market yourself is only the first step in building your personal b...

Is starting college 7 years after high school the right thing to do? Well, James Stukes sure did, and he's here to show you how best to do so successfully. If you're feeling anxious about starting college in your 20's, the 'what ifs' and feelings of insecurity might give you sleepless nights, but guess what! It's doable, and you're not alone. Head over and check out the full notes: www.evehud...

If there’s one thing that this year has taught us, having financial security is more crucial than ever before to achieve. Luckily, there’s never a better time to start and achieve your financial goals than today! In today’s conversation, we are discussing ways to plan, execute, and reach your financial goals and prepare for your future more effectively. Don't forget to check out the full show note...

Luck, as the Romans defined it, is when preparation meets opportunity. While there is an infinite number of ways to define career success, the way you define success is not the same way I define success; however, the thing that’s constant between us is that we both worked for it; we were not lucky. In this episode, we have with us again Dr. Kamshia Childs, to find out what's she's been up to these...

Today is truly something special--it’s a reunion. I'm so excited to have not one, not two, but THREE past guests (Irnande Altema, Shonice Montgomery, and Janet Reyes) to return to drop some knowledge on us about all things life. Will be talking about what they've been up to as of late, Challenges they faced and overcome, knowing when and how to show up as yourself, and more importantly they d...

Often, we spend so much time trying to be perfect that we don't realize we're stressing ourselves out unnecessarily. Recently, I've experienced some events that have made me go back and rethink what it means to be perfect--it also made me question why I was putting so much emphasis on being perfect. I found myself being reminded that perfect doesn’t exist. So, I want to share with you today a few...

In an already uniquely stressful year, the news of THE Black Panther, T’Challa (Chadhick Boseman) transitioning definitely caught me by surprise. Now, I’m not the type that goes on crying every time a celebrity passes on, but I won’t lie to you, fam... I cried this time. Nonetheless, here’s the point: We don’t have the time to keep on making excuses about not being the people we are supposed to be...

As these times continue to change, more people are finding themselves working harder than they have ever had before to make their dreams into a reality. Despite this, there are various ways to navigate your busy lifestyle and achieve all the goals that you have for yourself. These are the ideas that we will talk about in today’s conversation, along with some advice that will keep you motivated and...

A few months ago, I found myself in a space where I was so overwhelmed and needing to do something different. So, I decided that I would write down everything that I had going on in my life and figure out which of those things I would eliminate. Yet, in doing so, I found myself pondering a question: "How do you know if you're giving up or letting go?" As I have been literally processing this quest...

In a world that is constantly pushing standards of all that you are supposed to be, I think it's important for you to be reminded that life is a blank canvas, and whatever you want for your life you get to create. Don't forget to check out the full session notes: https://www.evehudsonphd.com/126 . Come on over and become a part of The Family: https://www.evehudsonphd.com/family . Track by The Boy:...

I was really feeling that this needed to be said, so I just thought that I’d drop by to remind you that everything is going to work itself out. Don't forget to check out the full session notes: https://www.evehudsonphd.com/125 . Come on over and become a part of The Family: https://www.evehudsonphd.com/family . Track by The Boy: https://theboy.beatstars.com/music/tracks . Hosted on Acast. See acas...