The Black Conference Call

Welcome to The Black Conference Call Podcast Are you a hardworking black woman who's tired of being mistreated in the workplace? From being underpaid and dealing with bad managers to annoying co-workers and workplace romances gone wrong, we'll be discussing it all and helping you through the trauma.

Join us as we speak with special guest, Iris, a Marketing & PR Manager who's also sat on hiring committees, as she discuss her challenges with pay negotiation while being a black female. Suggested Career Resources: Book/Newsletter- Ramit Sethi's newsletter and book "I Will Teach You to Be Rich" Blog- Penelope Trunk (career blog) Podcast- Paycheck and Balances Podcast Company Reviews & Salary Negotiation- Glassdoor Networking- LinkedIn

Thank you for dialing into the Black Conference Call. Today, we are going to discuss manifesting the career you want. Items discussed today: 16personalities

Thank you for dialing into The Black Conference Call Podcast Today, we will be speaking with Special Guest, Star. Star, is a recruiter with over 10 years of experience. She will share some tips when it comes to navigating into your new career, along with some of her hardships of Recruiting While Black. Resources From Star: 1. Black Career Women’s Network: https://bcwnetwork.com/ 2.Diversity Jobs: https://www.diversityjobs.com/

A mentor is someone who’s more knowledgeable and more experienced in a certain field or area of life than you; and they train or advise someone using their knowledge that they’ve obtained in that field. And that relationship between you and that person would be called a mentorship. A mentor can have expertise in marriage, in a particular business field, a company, your health, and even spirituality. They’ve been there, done that, and their purpose is to guide you in a onward and upward path where you make less mistakes than they did and they can provide you the tools that they’ve obtain to reach their success. They cheer you on, teach you, guide you, offer advice, they provide you with their resources, to teach you how to work smarter and not harder, and can even give access to their network, and most importantly THEY KEEP IT ALL THE WAY REAL WITH YOU, if they don’t keep it real with you, then they’re not a mentor. WHY: They've already achieved the success They keep it real They have an established network Different perspectives The most successful people have them How: Search for similarities Know what you want Self-reflect Already be active

On this episode of The Black Conference Call, join me as I interview special guest Tracie. Tracie is a Registered Nurse of 7 years who recently started as a Nurse Case Manager at the Center for Black Women's Wellness. Tracie will open up with us about her eye-opening experience she had as a travel nurse and will go into why it's so important that black women need doctors who look like them. Center For Black Women's Wellness Resources (Atlanta, GA):  Atlanta Healthy Start Program Fatherhood Program Program for those who are pregnant or wanting to start/expand their family. Wellness Program for prevention care Enterprise Development Program for those looking to become self-employed or start a micro business. **Visit the website or reach out to Tracie's work email tcooley@cbww.org for more information** **The center is closed due to Covid-19 but a lot of resources can still be accessed virtually. Instagram | WEBSITE

Join me as I speak with you on why you should start saying yes more and why saying no to certain things are hindering you from advancing. The Black Conference Call Podcast now has a playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4T4MwuUKwVKI2CspgRgTty   Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

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Join me as I read our first letter from a listener. Why doesn't her co worker like her? Is she wrong for how she's acting?  Check out the Black Conference Call Podcast HERE Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

Join me as I share my personal story about how I struggled with being a neurodivergent black woman in corporate. Until I was diagnosed with ADHD and learned how to navigate my complex brain, I struggled. Hopefully my story and advice can help you or someone you know.  Connect with me: The Black Conference Call Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/    

Have you ever felt violated at work? In this week’s episode of The Black Conference Call, we discussed a real-life listener’s story about her male coworker stealing her breast milk from the break room refrigerator. Listen now to find out what she decides to do and how you can protect yourself from similar situations. Connect with me: The Black Conference Call Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/    

Is your 9 to 5 getting in the way of you running your side business? Don't have enough time to make a successful side business? Worried about missing out on family time? I've got you covered! Join me on episode 11 of The Black Conference Call, as I discuss how to prioritize running a side business while working a 9-5 and still take care of your family.  Connect with me: The Black Conference Call Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

It can be really hard seeing someone you have feelings for in a professional setting when it's off-limits. It's normal to be afraid to take that leap of faith in a relationship and risk losing it all. Join me on episode # 12 as we read a letter from a listener who has fallen for her manager. I also share a couple of my risky workplace moves and an office romance fail. Connect with me: The Black Conference Call Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tired of struggling with your finances? It's time to get out of your own way and start taking control! Learning how to say no, learn basic budgeting skills, and the value of delayed gratification are key to achieving financial success.  Connect with me: The Black Conference Call Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

How To Balance Financial Goals And Family Life? Are you having trouble finding balance between family and achieving financial success? This listener needs help deciding. Should she work from home or be a Stay-At-Home Mom? Connect with me: The Black Conference Call Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at theblackccp@gmail.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Sometimes is can be hard to stay positive and be kind to yourself when you're going through tough times. Having good friends to remind you when you're slipping is a MUST, along with healthy coping. Tune into Episode 15 of The Black Conference Call Podcast to see how I managed to overcome a previous breakup and how I am currently managing as life has been throwing ya girl some curve balls lately. Join the Tribe by sugning up at The Black Conference Call Join me on Instagram Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at april@theblackconferencecall.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

Remember to TAKE A BREAK sometimes. It's okay and your mind and body will thank you for it! I'll be back next week! Join the Tribe by sugning up at The Black Conference Call Join me on Instagram Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at april@theblackconferencecall.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Not making enough money at your 9-5 but you like it and don't want to leave?  Inflation has caused the cost of living to go up so I am I'm discussing 7 ways to increase your income without becoming an entrepreneur or changing jobs.  Join my Black Conference Call VIP list to get exclusive content: CLICK HERE Join me on Instagram Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at april@theblackconferencecall.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Have you ever felt as if there was more to life than what you're experiencing? Join The Black Conference Call on Episode 18 where April Nicole discusses how she's living life on her own terms and how you can too.  Join my Black Conference Call VIP list to get exclusive content: CLICK HERE Join me on Instagram Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at april@theblackconferencecall.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Growing up with un-diagnosed ADHD and not knowing it caused me some childhood trauma. Join me as I take you on a timeline of my ADHD journey.  Join the Tribe by signing up at The Black Conference Call Join me on Instagram Cake Maternity Bras (Use Promo Code thebbcp at checkout for 15% off your purchase) Do you have a story you would like to share and I read it for our listeners? Email me at april@theblackconferencecall.com Music By: Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3420-basic-implosion License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/