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On this week's episode of Secure The Seat--I discuss my latest book for Young Adults, called You Are More Than Magic: The Black and Brown Girls' Guide To Finding Your Voice. My brother Mike Harts (www.mikeharts.com) interviewed me about the book. You can purchase here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/670292/you-are-more-than-magic-by-minda-harts/ Or please help us donate 500 books to Black and Brown Girls here: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/youaremorethanmagicdonation link will be live until April 29th to donate. 

Today's guest is  Dr. Tiffany Jana. Dr. Jana is an Author, Founder & CEO of TMI Portfolio. Dr. Jana is an acclaimed international speaker who enjoys helping people see each other more fully and more clearly.   We will discuss why using Inclusive Language is important in the workplace.   Dr. Tiffany Jana (they/them/hers) is the founder and CEO of TMI’s Portfolio companies, now celebrating 19 years championing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI). Dr. Jana spearheaded the TMI Consulting Inc.’s transition into the world’s first Certified Benefit Corporation (B Corp) with a diversity accountability focus. Dr. Jana was awarded the B Corp community’s highest honor, the Tal Haussig Award, for blazing a path towards JEDI values in action. Connect with Dr. Jana, go to https://tmiconsultinginc.com/about/leadership/tiffany-jana/ You can watch the live episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8f9NOY43QI&t=1s And for the book sweepstakes: https://www.sealpress.com/landing-page/right-within-sweepstakes/ Lastly, if you would like to help with 25, 50, or 100 pre-orders email Rightwithin@mindaharts.com 

Today's guest is Adam Smiley Poswolsky. Adam is the author of Friendship in the Age of Loneliness, an International keynote speaker, and a Millennial workplace expert.   We will discuss How To Create Friendship In The Age Of Loneliness Within The Workplace. Connect with Smiley and purchase his new book, go to https://smileyposwolsky.com/ AND you can watch the live episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9047PP_qKc&t=5s

In this week's episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Dr. Erin L. Thomas. Dr. Thomas is the Head of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging & Access at Upwork. We will discuss Creating Boundaries in the Workplace. She brings a distinctive mix of research and practitioner expertise to this role, which includes leading diversity, inclusion, and belonging (DIBs) strategy, implementation, and coaching. Prior to Upwork, Erin was a Managing Director at Paradigm, a diversity and inclusion strategy firm, where she partnered with companies to embed DIBs into their organizations through culture transformation and people development. Prior to Paradigm, Erin held positions at Grant Thornton LLP and Argonne National Laboratory developing D&I strategies, programming, and metrics. Her work has been featured in Fast Company and the New York Times and recognized by Forbes, Human Rights Campaign, the National Association for Female Executives, and Equal Opportunity Magazine. She holds a Ph.D. in social psychology; a Master of Philosophy in social psychology; a Master of Science in social psychology; and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and international studies from Yale University. Connect with Dr. Thomas on Twitter @ErinLThomasPhD and Watch the live episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7jUPMZzAhk The Writing Retreat https://www.eventbrite.com/e/secure-the-seat-writers-retreat-2021-tickets-158318094683 and code STS2021

In this week's episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Denitra Ross. Denitra is a Coach, Speaker, and Master Storyteller. We will discuss how to create the life you want.  Denitra Ross is guided by a heart for helping people to transform their lives, Denitra Ross helps her clients to create a story that empowers them to reach their goals. Whether in her role in IT leadership, her recovery journey, or as a mother to an amazing teenage daughter, she believes one thing is radically clear – the story we tell ourselves about ourselves will ALWAYS show up in our lives. Leveraging the power of storytelling, Denitra developed the “Change Your Story, Change Your Life,” coaching methodology. With it, clients examine their personal stories with compassion, courage, and clarity. Through experience, exercises, and examples, Denitra helps them to write a new story that aligns with their desired life. In addition to working one on one with clients, Denitra also has more than 20 years of experience in service-based roles across many different industries. Currently, she serves as a Senior IT Operations Director for a Fortune 100 company. You can follow and hire Denitra on IG and Facebook @tftbn To watch the live show of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wt01p2Etkfg

In this week's episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Rachel J. Robasciotti. Rachel is the Founder and CEO at Adasina Social Capital. We discuss racial justice and our wealth. She graduated from high school at 15 years-old and ultimately attended the University of California, Berkeley where she studied economics. After working at large financial firms learning what they do well and what she wanted to do differently, in 2004 at the age 25, she founded Robasciotti & Philipson – a firm dedicated to transforming wealth into a tool that supports the well-being of people and the planet.  In 2018, Rachel launched the firm’s Social Justice Investing strategy which would become Adasina Social Capital. This strategy has positioned her as a leader in the financial industry for integrating issues of racial, gender, economic, and climate justice into investment portfolios. Connect with Rachel on Twitter @rrobasciotti and www.adasina.com Watch the live episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pl4AYGzypgo&t=194s

In this week's episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Adrienne Lawrence. We discuss sexual harassment in the workplace. Adrienne is an award-winning on-air commentator and diversity, equity, and inclusion advocate, Adrienne does more than just talk. In fact, she does a lot of everything—and she does it well. The former “big law” litigator is passionate about reaching minds and audiences through informative, thought-provoking conversation—particularly on matters impacting women and people of color in their professional lives. Find out more about Adrienne at https://www.adriennejlawrence.com/   And purchase her new book: Staying In The Game here. 

In this week's episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Appreccia D. Faulkner; we discuss what it means to lead globally as a woman of color.  Appreccia is the Founder & CEO of Global Strategists Association. Global Strategists Association is an international nonprofit organization working to increase global engagement among the African Diaspora. Connect with Appreccia at https://www.gsachicago.org/ and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/AdFaulkner1 Catch the live version of this episode on YouTube.

In this week's episode of Secure The Seat, I have my brother from another mother, Stephen A. Hart; discussing how to build your brand inside of the workplace. Stephen is a proud husband of 12 years to Kristin and strives to be the #bestdadever to their two crumb snatchers (his words). Stephen is a marketer, podcaster, and brand strategist. Connect with Stephen at https://stephenahart.com/ and sign up for his upcoming Branding Bootcamp at https://stephenahart.com/bootcamp/ coupon code sts200 Catch the live version of this episode on YouTube. 

This week I chat with Shannon Cohen. We discuss how to build your own table. You can also watch the live episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwJANovlZls&t=3s Shannon is an author, podcaster, and owner of an inspirational product line called Tough Skin, Soft Heart. Her Tough Skin, Soft Heart products are available at retailers across the country. Her podcast reaches subscribers nationally and globally with weekly grab-and-go encouragement for difference makers. Her 2nd book, “It’s Normal to Shake as You Soar” was released in October 2020. In February 2021, Shannon’s signature brand of greeting cards will debut at Target stores nationwide via a partnership with American Greetings. Shannon Cohen is the founder and CEO of Shannon Cohen, Inc. -- a boutique firm with a mighty imprint and reputation for excellence. Shannon specializes in developing customized emotional intelligence, equity, and wellness colloquia for organizations across diverse sectors and industries. Support Shannon today: https://www.shannoncohen.com/

Happy New Year and welcome to Secure The Seat. This week I chat with a friend of the podcast, Kanika Tolver. We discuss how to shift your mindset and vote for a better life. You can also watch the live episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnJZVCjhV5U&t=3s Kanika is no ordinary “social-preneur”.  She is a highly decorated information technology Federal Government professional, rebel entrepreneur, and Certified Professional Coach. Not to mention, the CEO and Founder of Career Rehab, LLC in Washington, DC. Career Rehab focuses on assisting career transformations for students, professionals and retirees. Her company provides career coaching programs, events, webinars, and digital resources to help people reach their career goals. Kanika is the author of the acclaimed title, Career Rehab: Rebuild Your Personal Brand and Rethink the Way You Work.  Make sure to buy her book and follow her on social media: https://twitter.com/KanikaTolver

Minda serves us this week with a hart to hart--She is standing in solidarity during the election results. Go to mindaharts.com for more.

In this week’s episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Chief Impact Office at The Luminary in NYC, and Adjunct Professor at NYU Wagner Surabhi Lal. We discuss how empathy and community building are essential for the future of work.  Surabhi works with organizations and uses empathy, strategy, and transparency to create cultures where individuals and teams thrive. Learn more about Surabhi's work at https://www.surabhilal.com/ and https://www.luminary-nyc.com/ Also, join The Memo Book Tour starting on 9/15 (virtual)  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-memo-virtual-experience-tickets-117587502385

Minda serves us this week with a hart to hart and reflects on how all is not lost during the quarantine. Go to mindaharts.com for more.

In this week’s episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Harvard Business School Professor and Author, Laura Huang. We discuss how to use your competitive advantage in the workplace. Laura's research has been featured in the Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, and Nature, and she was named one of the 40 Best Business School Professors Under the Age of 40 by Poets & Quants. She has a new book called Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage. You can buy the book here: https://laurahuang.net/ . Connect with Laura at https://laurahuang.net/ and on Twitter

In this week’s episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Kelly Charles-Collins. We discuss the importance of bystander intervention and how everyone can play a role in and outside of the workplace.   Kelly Charles-Collins is an employment law attorney, award-winning TEDx speaker, and the CEO of HR Legally Speaking, LLC, a professional speaking, training, coaching, and consulting firm. An Unconscious Bias, Bystander Intervention, and Workplace Investigations expert, Kelly empowers smart organizations and leaders to stay on the right side of the next #hashtag movement. Kelly is the founder of Ladies Who Leverage, a global community for high-achieving women. She is also the author of ACE Your Workplace Investigations: A Step-by-Step Guide for Avoiding Friction, Covering Your Assets, and Earning Employee Trust. Learn more at www.KellyCharlesCollins.com Connect with Kelly on Twitter https://twitter.com/hrlawattorney

In this week’s episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Cecilia Muñoz the author of the new book More Than Ready. We discuss how women of color are more than ready to lead.   Cecilia Muñoz served for eight years on President Obama’s senior staff, first as director of intergovernmental affairs and then as director of the Domestic Policy Council. She has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, PBS NewsHour, Dateline, the O’Reilly Factor, CNN’s Situation Room, and NPR. She lives in Washington, DC.  Please connect with Cecilia at https://ceciliamunoz.com/ and on Twitter https://twitter.com/cecmunoz And don't forget to purchase her new book More Than Ready. 

In this week’s episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Deborah Owens, America's Wealth Coach. We discuss how to build your wealth as a woman of color. Deborah Owens is America's Wealth Coach™ and is on a mission to help women overcome their fear of investing through coaching, accountability, and support. She is the founder of WealthyU: A Financial Wellness company that has a proven track record of helping thousands of women transform from cautious savers into confident investors. After spending two decades in the investment industry Deborah has authored three critically acclaimed books; A Purse of Your Own: An Easy Guide to Financial Security, published by Simon and Schuster, Nickel, and Dime Your Way to Wealth and Confident Investing. Deborah created WealthyU to give women access to the information that could only be obtained through private wealth managers. She is a 20-year financial services industry veteran and former vice president with Fidelity Investments. Ms. Owens founded WealthyU to create customized training and coaching for companies and individuals. She holds a Masters of Business Administration from the Loyola University of Maryland. Connect with Deborah at https://deborahowens.com/ and on Twitter https://twitter.com/deborahowens

This week on Secure The Seat, Minda has a Hart to Hart about what it means to be a real friend--how does friendship show up in the workplace? And join the virtual book club at www.mindaharts.com

In this week’s episode of Secure The Seat, I interview Latesha Byrd. We discuss the importance of keeping your Resume up-to-date and ways to enhance it during COVID 19.  Latesha Byrd’s work is centered at the intersection of self-discovery, career empowerment, and life visioning. She is the founder of Byrd Career Consulting, a 100% women employed consulting agency based in Charlotte, NC, which has provided career development coaching and resources to 900+ professionals in over 30 industries within the US and internationally. Her clients have increased their salaries combined over $3 million, landing jobs at top companies such as LinkedIn, Google, Amazon, KPMG, E&Y, Salesforce, Department of Homeland Security and more. Latesha is also an Adjunct Faculty at the North Carolina A&T State University, and a Certified Life and Career Coach. If she’s not coaching or speaking, she’s recording her weekly career advice podcast with Living Corporate, The Link Up With Latesha. Website: https://www.lateshabyrd.com/