📜 Summary

In this episode, TaSheena Braxton discusses the significance of strategic leadership, particularly for women of color. She emphasizes that strategic thinking is a critical skill necessary for career advancement and dispels the myth that individuals are not inherently strategic. TaSheena shares her personal journey and outlines a four-step process to help listeners become more strategic leaders, focusing on awareness of opportunities, seeking mentorship, clear communication of goals, and asking for help. The conversation highlights the importance of intentionality in building a career roadmap and the need for representation and support in leadership roles.

💎💎 Gems

• Strategic thinking is a necessary skill for career advancement.
• Everyone has the potential to be strategic leaders.
• Strategy involves planning and directing actions toward goals.
• Women of color face unique challenges in leadership roles.
• Building a roadmap for career advancement is essential.
• Mentorship and networking are crucial for growth.
• Clear communication of goals fosters trust and alignment.
• Being proactive is key to overcoming systemic barriers.
• Strategy is about intentional steps, not just abstract concepts.
• Every move in your career is an opportunity for growth.

📖 Chapters

00:00 Strategic Leadership: The Chessboard of Career Advancement
02:00 The Importance of Strategy in Leadership
07:16 Navigating Systemic Barriers as Women of Color
12:53 Building Your Own Roadmap to Success
22:34 Four Steps to Becoming a Strategic Leader

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