Soft Girl Era

The Invisible Ceiling: Breaking Barriers and Embracing Softness at Work — Inspired by Samirah Garnett

In this episode, we examine the persistent barriers Black women face in the workplace, from the lack of senior sponsorship and enduring wage gaps to the impact of DEI rollbacks. Drawing on powerful research and lived experiences, we discuss why corporate promises often fall short and how true progress requires both systemic change and a cultural shift toward embracing softness and well-being. Discover actionable steps for organizations, allies, and Black women themselves to break the invisible ceiling and create workplaces where equity, empowerment, and authentic support are the norm.

The Beautiful Both/And: Embracing Messy Healing and Wholeness Inspired by Shonda Collins

Healing isn’t a straight line—it’s a layered, messy, and deeply personal journey. In this episode, we explore how embracing both brokenness and beauty can lead to authentic wholeness after trauma. Drawing on the wisdom of breast cancer survivors and the power of community, faith, and self-compassion, we challenge the pressure to “bounce back” and celebrate the courage it takes to honor every part of your healing process. Discover how vulnerability, support, and permission to rest can transform your path to recovery into a story of resilience and transformation.

The Hidden Trauma of Isolation: Rebuilding Connection After COVID Inspired by Jeannine Orange

Explore how the pandemic’s greatest challenge wasn’t just physical health, but the emotional trauma of isolation—especially for Black professionals and entrepreneurs. This episode dives into the overlooked impact of disconnection, highlighting how organizations and communities are fostering healing, resilience, and meaningful reconnection in a post-pandemic world. Discover why true strength lies in vulnerability, and how rebuilding intentional, supportive networks is essential for both personal and collective wellbeing.

Destiny Redefined: Bold Steps and Resilience Inspired by Latonya Owens

In this episode, we dive deep into the power of resilience and faith, inspired by Latonya Owens’ journey of overcoming adversity. Discover how your circumstances don’t have to dictate your future, and how bold choices—even in the face of doubt and setbacks—can transform your destiny. Through real stories of perseverance, we explore the practical steps and mindset shifts needed to keep moving forward, build legacy, and rewrite your narrative, one courageous decision at a time.

When Strength Meets Softness: Transforming Caregiving and Community Inspired by LaToya Bell

In this episode, we explore the transformative power that emerges when professional strength meets personal vulnerability in caregiving. Inspired by LaToya Bell’s journey caring for her mother after a stroke, we discuss how embracing both strength and softness can deepen empathy, foster community, and lead to meaningful change in healthcare and beyond. Discover how faith, support, and honoring your own needs can turn pain into purpose, and why true resilience is found not in isolation, but in connection. If you’re navigating the challenges of caregiving or seeking permission to be both strong and soft, this conversation is for you.

Progress with Asterisks: Navigating Triumph and Barriers Inspired by April Kemp

Explore the complex reality of Black women's progress in business and beyond, where triumph and barriers coexist. This episode delves into the duality of rising entrepreneurship and persistent economic challenges, highlighting the importance of community, advocacy, and structural change. Discover why celebrating resilience is not enough—and how true transformation requires both honoring individual success and dismantling systemic barriers. Join us as we challenge comfortable narratives and reimagine what lasting progress really means in the Soft Girl Era.

The Invisible Ceiling: Bridging the Gap Between Progress and True Equity Inspired by Victoria Owens-Burks

In this episode, we break down the persistent barriers Black women face in American workplaces, even as diversity initiatives and representation appear to increase. Drawing on new research and lived experiences, we examine why Black women remain the most under-supported group, the impact of wage gaps, and the consequences of recent DEI rollbacks. Discover why true equity requires more than visibility and symbolism—it demands intentional sponsorship, pay equity, and meaningful action. Tune in for a powerful call to move beyond performative allyship and learn how real support and advocacy can help bridge the gap between progress and true workplace equity.

Rising from Survival to Power: The Transformative Strength of Resilience Inspired by Leslie Cockrell

In this episode, we explore the transformative journey from survival to empowerment, inspired by the resilience of women who have faced immense adversity. Discover how overcoming trauma, rebuilding after loss, and aligning business with personal values can lead to generational change and community impact. Learn practical steps for healing, growth, and lifting others as you rise—reminding us all that resilience is not just about surviving, but about creating power and purpose from our deepest challenges.