How to Corporate

This episode of How to Corporate with host Fela Abioye and guest Dr. Jackie C. Thomas Jr. explores The Power of Feedback and its critical role in career growth. Dr. Thomas, an Executive Coach and seasoned professional in higher education and, shares his journey and insights on navigating feedback effectively to achieve success. The discussion begins with an overview of career paths in higher education, followed by personal anecdotes about receiving and responding to challenging feedback. Dr. Thomas highlights the importance of self-awareness in the feedback loop and elaborates on the distinction between reacting vs. responding when processing feedback. Key topics include strategies for mastering the feedback cycle, tips for interpreting and acting on feedback, and reflections on why people often resist constructive criticism. The episode concludes with actionable advice for listeners looking to leverage feedback to propel their careers forward and practical tips for maintaining an open mindset toward growth. Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of how to embrace feedback as a tool for professional development and success. You can email Dr Thomas at [email protected]  or visit his website at https://competitiveedvantage.com/ Visit How to Corporate’s website at howtocorporate.net/ to purchase our book, How to Corporate: Proven Lesson for Winning at Work

It’s been a while and I missed you! Thank you for continuing to rock with me, but it’s good to be back. We’ve been working on some exciting projects that will be announced soon so remain the lookout through our social media pages. We’re switching it up this time in this episode. My guest, Whitney White, a Senior Culture & DEI Consultant interviews me as I share the what, how, and why I started How to Corporate. We also discuss the challenges of podcasting, the financial gain, and what’s coming soon. I started this show to empower you the working professional so you can advance your career through other people’s experiences. If you’re a new or existing listener, check out the prior episodes filled with gems to help you along your career. Click this link to subscribe for additional content and follow our social media pages: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/howtocorporate⁠

Have you ever thought of your career as one big science experiment? In this episode, my guest, Carla Fowler, MD, PhD, a former scientist introduces us to the concept of career experimentation through the lens of performance science. Running a “test and reaching new conclusions” allows an opportunity to make mistakes, learn, and grow. As an Executive Coach to leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives, Carla has a wealth of knowledge that she gladly shares with us.   Check out the entire episode to learn more. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your career to the next level. Carla has provided a free download just for How to Corporate listeners on how to look for and choose a coach plus how to avoid common mistakes. https://www.thaxa.com/p/how-to-corporate - 8 Biggest mistakes people make when choosing a coach (and how to avoid them) You can connect with Carla at her website, via LinkedIn, or X - previously known as Twitter Click this link to subscribe for additional content and follow our social media pages: https://linktr.ee/howtocorporate

If you were offered a new role in another city or your current employer asked you to relocate would you make a move? There is a lot of contemplate. What are all the risks? How would a move benefit my career? What support would I have in a city? How long is the commitment? My guest, Shaun Mayo, Chief People Officer for the Arizona Cardinals, faced this challenge head-on relocating a number of times in his career. In this episode, he shares what it’s like to move away and what he faced in pursuit of accelerated career growth. Together we discuss his professional wins, personal setbacks, and evolved life perspectives that can come along with leaving “home” and leaving your comfort zone… Sometimes if you want to GROW, you have to GO. Check out this episode to learn more. It could be life-changing! You can connect with Shaun on Linkedin here or via email at [email protected]. Click this link to follow us and subscribe for additional content: https://linktr.ee/howtocorporate

Navigating Corporate America can be quite the challenge for anyone, but this is especially true for parents with young families at home. Our careers can be demanding. And if you add in the unique demands of single parenthood… that’s when things really get interesting. My guest, Crystal Smith, is Financial Literacy and Career Coach that focuses on single parents. She herself is a single parent and understands all too well the hardships that come with balancing a household, a business, and a thriving career. In this episode, Crystal shares her unique perspectives on the following areas: - Her definition of Organized Chaos and how to work through it - Importance of Communication along with Examples - Analyzing what you can or can’t sacrifice - Remaining flexible - Anticipating the outcome and pre-planning - Creating Efficiencies Together we discuss real-world common obstacles that single parents face when looking to get ahead at work, and provide strategies that can help make their professional goals more attainable. For more info, you can check out Crystal’s podcast here; So you’re a Single Parent Know What – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-youre-a-single-parent-now-what-podcast/id1626857490 Or visit her website at Six Figure Single Mom https://sixfiguresinglemom.com/ Challenges are meant to be defeated… so check out this episode for the advice you need to WIN!! Click this link to follow us and subscribe for additional content: https://linktr.ee/howtocorporate