Black Woman Leading

This podcast amplifies the needs and experiences of Black women leaders in the workplace with a holistic focus on three core areas — leadership development, mental wellness, and relationship management. Our ultimate aim is to help Black women learn, heal, and grow in their leadership capacity. The podcast is an extension of the BLACK WOMAN LEADING® program. 

Recent Episodes

S6E12: Navigating Life Changes with Kumari Williams

In this episode, Laura discusses navigating life changes with Kumari Williams.  Kumari shares her journey as an executive leader, and how she has navigated both personal and professional challenges and changes throughout her career.  She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, resilience, and the need for support systems while navigating life transitions.  Kumari reflects on her experiences in leadership, the

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S6E11: Rising Above Injustice in the Workplace with Leah Davis

In this conversation, Laura discusses rising above injustice in the workplace with Leah Davis, Founder of Leah Davis Coaching.   Leah shares her personal experience of workplace injustice, the impact of imposter syndrome, and the healing journey that led her to reclaim her voice and lean deeper into her community. She also shares insights on maintaining peace, power, and presence while

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S6E10: Building Trust on the Team

In this solo episode, Laura shares the importance of trust as a foundational component of a high performing team.  Research indicates that teams with higher levels of trust have better collaboration, increased productivity, higher levels of morale and employee engagement, yield better results, and have stronger employee retention.  Laura provides an overview of key terms related to building trust on

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S6E9: Giving as a Way of Life with Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew

In this conversation, Laura discusses the concept of giving as a way of life with Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew, a network weaver and philanthropy expert. They explore the importance of strategic giving and recognizing the value that Black women bring to philanthropy. Dr. Froswa’ discusses the concept of giving circles and the importance of relationships and social capital in community building.

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S6E8: Defining Your Leader Story with Taiia Smart Young

In this episode, Laura chats with Taiia Smart Young, Book Coach, Writing Consultant & Story Strategist, to discuss the importance of defining your leader story to support your personal brand and professional growth.  They emphasize the power of storytelling and emotional resonance in building connections and influencing others. They also highlight the value of integrating all of your experiences, including

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S6E7: Strengthening Mindful Self-Talk

In this solo episode, Laura shares the power of mindful self-talk and how it can transform your leadership journey. Our internal dialogue plays a pivotal role in shaping not just how we see ourselves but how we show up in the world—and especially in the workplace. Laura explores how positive self-talk can help rewire limiting beliefs and reduce stress, while

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