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In this episode, we have three powerhouses that will share their gems with us. We have Lauren Feaster, the CEO of Professional Dimensions, James Phelps, the Co-owner of JCP Construction, and Sharain Horn, the Vice President of Well community.
You will gain spot-on insights as they talk about what leadership really is and how to show up as being black and being a leader. Get priceless advice on effectively managing relationships and building a strong network and many more lessons through their experiences and the challenges they faced and overcame as a successful black leader.
You better grab your pen and notepads and get ready for a wisdom-packed episode that will surely encourage and equip you in your leadership journey.
What we talk about:
- Defining leadership
- What it means to be a leader
- Leadership is Influence
- Finding the team’s individual strengths and allowing them to function in it
- Learning to stay the course
- Understanding that leadership is a journey
- “Any position that I want or desire is mine If I want it.”
- Growing within the leadership journey - From managing to leading, being more aware and have a more informed vision, and gaining a broader perspective of the leadership scope
- Great advice on being black and being a leader
- The impact of being black in leadership
- Powerful tips for managing relationships and maintaining a strong network
- Never forgetting where you came from and how far away you have to go
- Leading from every single seat you sit in
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