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This has a become a signature event for Phase2Careers and has featured some outstanding speakers and this event will be no different. #Phase2CareersEvent #CareerReinvention #ProfessionalGrowthHub #OutstandingSpeakersSeries #NetworkingOpportunities #SkillBuildingSessions #JediMasterClassSpeakers #CareerPathAwakens #EmpireOfOpportunity #NavigatingTheCareerGalaxy

Have you documented your Q1 wins and challenges yet? When was the last time you stopped to give yourself flowers? Did you look at your receipts? Have you documented your work receipts yet? If you haven't, I've got you! Join me for an empowering "Journal with Me" online event, where we'll celebrate our Q1 wins and reflect on valuable lessons learned. As professional Black and Brown women in the workplace, we face unique challenges that sometimes we don't even remember or recall until we write them down. Or until we hear from another woman sharing a similar experience. That's why we need to document everything. To have the necessary proof, plan, perspective, clarity, inspiration, and motivation to keep going. During this inspiring event, we'll: 🎉 Share and celebrate our Q1 accomplishments 💡 Reflect on key insights and growth opportunities 🌏 Connect with a supportive community of like-minded women 🎯 Do some goal-setting for the next quarter and beyond The Climb Career Journal©️ is specifically designed to help you navigate your professional path with confidence and purpose. Its thoughtfully crafted prompts and exercises will guide you in identifying your strengths, overcoming career obstacles, and creating a career roadmap for success. If you didn't know, I created a digital career journal early this year and inside you will find tools for daily, weekly, and monthly journaling to track your progress, a habit tracker to cultivate positive behaviors, and task management tools to keep you focused in life and work. Plus, it has personal growth resources tailored for black women, and like a "Baddies Brag Brag and a 1-on-1 meeting tracker. Even if you don't have the journal yet, you can still join us to learn how to document at work for strategic career growth and happiness! Don't miss this opportunity to invest in yourself and your career. Together, we'll uplift, empower, and inspire each other. Join the "Journal with Me" online meet-and-eat event this Friday and let's make Q2 our best quarter yet! 🗓️ Date: Friday, April 5th 🕰️ Time: 12pm EST 🔗 Register: Link in the comments Can't wait to see you there! Let's climb together. #ClimbCareerJournal #BIPOCWomen #CareerGrowth #careeradvice #blackwomenintech #notion

Oranje is once again in the running for the prestigious Telstra Best of Business Awards in the Accelerating Women category. While all accolades are wonderful, we’re so passionate about the ethos around these Awards and feel they truly connect with our purpose to elevate female creatives. Having said this, the process is a thought-provoking and fulfilling task. You lose perspective after a while - and over the last whirlwind 20+ years, I realised I haven’t had the time to stand back and reflect on where I’ve been, and what I’ve seen. So, this is where my “models of empowerment” stepped in. Lisa, TJ and I met during our earlier modelling careers, over 20 years ago. I modelled while studying, completing three uni degrees at the same time. Lisa and TJ are solid Oranje advocates and much appreciated life coaches. Like many, public speaking is not my idea of a good time. However, Lisa has been my mentor for the last three years, and is soley responsible for helping me to overcome my fear. This is a huge achievement for me. TJ has been by my side, with every step, on the Oranje journey. She’s my best, and harshest, critic. TJ went over my scripts and responses with a red pen, reminding me of all the things I didn’t include! You can lose sight when you’ve been continuously thinking-outside-the-square, that is running a creative agency, which completely absorbs your life! And that’s simply because I love it. For Telstra, between the three of us, we recaptured my career and the journey of my company Oranje. I can safely say these were among the most insightful, fruitful, and emotional days of my career. TJ and Lisa have always had my back. They’ve always encouraged me creatively and supported my philanthropic efforts. But this was something more. Genuine friends and true champions. Win or lose, the Telstra time we spent together - fully focused - is time I will truly never forget. #modelsofempowerment #telstrabestofbusinessawards #awards #modelling #publicspeaking #pr #career #philanthropy #womensupportingwomen #mentorship #creativeindustries #femalecreatives #celebratesuccess #acceleratingwomen

Do you know any ambitious Black women professionals looking to level up their careers? 🌟 If you have friends, colleagues, or family members who are ambitious Black women professionals striving to advance their careers, achieve their goals, and unlock their full potential, we have something special for them! The Career Elevation Bootcamp: 5 Days to Your Next Big Move is an immersive, virtual, and FREE workshop happening THIS WEEK, from June 10-14, with a bonus session on June 15. This bootcamp is designed to help professionals gain clarity, create actionable roadmaps, enhance their skills, and transform their mindset. In this bootcamp, participants will learn how to: 📈 Gain Strategic Clarity: Define their career vision and align it with SMART goals to pave the way for future success. 🗺️ Create Actionable Roadmaps: Develop a detailed career roadmap with key milestones and tactics to guide their advancement. 💡 Enhance Key Skills: Identify and enhance the skills that will make them more valuable assets in their industry. 🌱 Transform Their Mindset: Overcome barriers and embrace growth to unlock their full potential. 🤝 Join a Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded professionals and gain insights from experienced mentors. If you know someone who could benefit from this transformative experience, please tag them in the comments or share this post with them. Let's help more Black women professionals achieve their career dreams! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gK-caT4g Feel free to repost this on your feed to increase visibility and help spread the word. Together, we can empower more Black women to elevate their careers and reach their highest potential. 🚀 #GettingBlackWomenPaid #CareerElevation #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerAdvancement #WomenInBusiness #BlackWomenInLeadership #SupportAndShare #CareerGoals #CareerDevelopment #EmpowerWomen

Do you know any ambitious Black women professionals looking to level up their careers? 🌟 If you have friends, colleagues, or family members who are ambitious Black women professionals striving to advance their careers, achieve their goals, and unlock their full potential, we have something special for them! The Career Elevation Bootcamp: 5 Days to Your Next Big Move is an immersive, virtual, and FREE workshop happening THIS WEEK, from June 10-14, with a bonus session on June 15. This bootcamp is designed to help professionals gain clarity, create actionable roadmaps, enhance their skills, and transform their mindset. In this bootcamp, participants will learn how to: 📈 Gain Strategic Clarity: Define their career vision and align it with SMART goals to pave the way for future success. 🗺️ Create Actionable Roadmaps: Develop a detailed career roadmap with key milestones and tactics to guide their advancement. 💡 Enhance Key Skills: Identify and enhance the skills that will make them more valuable assets in their industry. 🌱 Transform Their Mindset: Overcome barriers and embrace growth to unlock their full potential. 🤝 Join a Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded professionals and gain insights from experienced mentors. If you know someone who could benefit from this transformative experience, please tag them in the comments or share this post with them. Let's help more Black women professionals achieve their career dreams! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gS-4tB7M Feel free to repost this on your feed to increase visibility and help spread the word. Together, we can empower more Black women to elevate their careers and reach their highest potential. 🚀 #GettingBlackWomenPaid #CareerElevation #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerAdvancement #WomenInBusiness #BlackWomenInLeadership #SupportAndShare #CareerGoals #CareerDevelopment #EmpowerWomen

Join us in celebrating the remarkable Laura Chavez-Wazeerud-Din, a passionate advocate for community empowerment, serving as the President and CEO of the Southwest Detroit Business Association. From her early days in Southwest Detroit, Laura has been a fighter. Born in Mexico and without the comfort of bilingual education, she was thrust into an English-dominated school system, landing initially in special education. But Laura didn't just adapt; she excelled, moving up to advanced classes and stabilizing a tumultuous family life marked by a time in foster care. Her story isn't just about overcoming obstacles; it’s about blasting through them. Carving a Niche in Banking: Laura's professional journey took off in the banking world, where she quickly noticed a glaring gap: there weren't many Latina executives. Determined to change that, she founded the Hispanic Employee Relations Group at Flagstar Bank and became a dynamic force in diversity initiatives at Comerica Bank. Laura wasn't just filling a seat; she was making sure it was at the head of the table. Transformative Leadership: Stepping in as the first Latina President and CEO of the Southwest Detroit Business Association, Laura brought new energy and insights that turned heads. Under her leadership, the association has not only championed minority businesses but also breathed new life into the community with economic initiatives and programs like COMPAS. This program isn’t just about teaching arts; it’s about connecting youth with their Latinx roots and empowering them through education. A Voice for the Community: Laura’s role extends beyond the boardroom. She’s on the ground, rolling up her sleeves with educational workshops, pushing for bilingual programs, and helping minority businesses thrive against odds. Her work has not gone unnoticed; she’s been hailed as a Hispanic Heritage Month Game Changer, among other accolades. It's clear Laura isn’t just participating in the community; she's shaping its future. Inspiring the Next Generation: Laura is laying down tracks for future Latina leaders, ensuring they have the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to succeed. Her journey and the doors she’s opened serve as a beacon to young Latinas, proving that with grit and vision, they too can lead and innovate. Laura’s saga is more than inspiring; it's a blueprint for meaningful change. Through tenacity and leadership, she's not just achieving personal success; she’s elevating her community and paving the way for others to follow. #LatinaTrailblazer #LeadALALATINA #Empowerment #Latinas #LatinaLeaders #Diversity #Inclusivity #DivertisyAndInclusion #DEI #Equity

One transformative skill to stand out in job market & beyond 🌞🦋👇🏾 As a hiring manager + former jobseeker the skill I consistently see leaves a lasting impression: excellent storytelling. The benefits of storytelling are too many to name SOS 😂 in one LinkedIn post but...here's my top 2 "results" I love that directly come from learning how to articulate your story: ✅Career transitions Worried about transitioning from one industry to another? Good storytellers can show how career shifts & diverse (squiggly 🌀) are NOT a red flag 🚩 but in fact an asset to any team. ✅Attract authentic opportunities Good storytelling means you will be able to attract opportunities more authentic to you. When we take ownership over our narratives we're less prone to storytelling in service of what others "want to hear", and tune into what feels authentic to our values. That's why I'm SO excited about an online event coming up this week in our global social impact careers platform at The Bloom: 📆 March 15, 13:00 BRT / 17:00 CET / 21:30 IST 💜 Storytelling circle to practice your pitch 🪄Facilitated by 2 diverse social impact leaders 🦋Leonora is a Black woman from Brazil with +10 years of experience working in higher education and the social impact sector, holding a PhD Comparative Literature. She is one of the leaders of the Kilomba Collective of Black Brazilian Women in the US and serves as the Program Director at the Beatriz Nascimento Foundation. Additionally, she is the co-director of the Young Women Transnational Feminism Mentoring Program. 🦋Aurélie is a South American professional passionate about inclusive international cooperation, holding a Master's degree from SciencesPo Paris. As the former coordinator of the Scale-up accelerator at the Paris Peace Forum, she dedicates her free time to advocating for climate justice and fighting against extreme poverty and preventable diseases as a Youth Ambassador for the ONE campaign. 💥Details on the event, how to join our careers platform, and apply for fully sponsored membership are in the comment section. ♻���Comment with one moment/experience in your career story you want to CELEBRATE – leverage my post as a meaningful networking opportunity for you; over 50,000 people read my posts on LinkedIn 🥰 Cheers to less scrolling, more blooming 🌱 #jobseekers #socialimpact

Black History Month is fast approaching. It’s the month when companies have more incentive (and more budget) to book Black talent. Don’t let this opportunity to get hired as a speaker for speeches and panels go by. To get the most out of Black History Month as a speaker, whether you’re an entrepreneur or a career professional. 1️⃣ Know your worth. Your lived experience and what you have to share is invaluable. Your speaking expertise is worth money. Don’t leave any on the table. 2️⃣ NO FREE TALKS! Unless you have real reasons like wanting to support your favourite charity. Exposure is not a good enough reason. 3️⃣ Start contacting organisations today. Give them and yourself enough time to get booked up for the month. Want the exact blueprint for attracting high-paying speaking gigs while giving you a life-long mastery of communication for your business and life?   Join us at the next Self Made Speaking Academy in November. Visit https://lnkd.in/er2UgU3z for tickets. #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth #SelfMade #RichForever 

HYFIN's latest blog post delves into the groundbreaking Coqual 2023 Black Equity Index (BEI) report. This comprehensive analysis reveals critical insights into racial equity in the corporate world and provides actionable steps for real change. 🚀 As we navigate the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in the workplace, understanding this report's key findings and strategies is more crucial than ever. From fostering a culture of sponsorship to leveraging technology for equitable recruitment, the BEI offers a roadmap for companies committed to making a difference. 💡 Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, or passionate about corporate diversity, this post is a must-read.

Do you know any ambitious Black women professionals looking to level up their careers? 🌟 If you have friends, colleagues, or family members who are ambitious Black women professionals striving to advance their careers, achieve their goals, and unlock their full potential, we have something special for them! The Career Elevation Bootcamp: 5 Days to Your Next Big Move is an immersive, virtual, and free workshop happening from June 10-14, with a bonus session on June 15. This bootcamp is designed to help professionals gain clarity, create actionable roadmaps, enhance their skills, and transform their mindset. In this bootcamp, participants will learn how to: 📈 Gain Strategic Clarity: Define their career vision and align it with SMART goals to pave the way for future success. 🗺️ Create Actionable Roadmaps: Develop a detailed career roadmap with key milestones and tactics to guide their advancement. 💡 Enhance Key Skills: Identify and enhance the skills that will make them more valuable assets in their industry. 🌱 Transform Their Mindset: Overcome barriers and embrace growth to unlock their full potential. 🤝 Join a Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded professionals and gain insights from experienced mentors. If you know someone who could benefit from this transformative experience, please tag them in the comments or share this post with them. Let's help more Black women professionals achieve their career dreams! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gS-4tB7M Feel free to repost this on your feed to increase visibility and help spread the word. Together, we can empower more Black women to elevate their careers and reach their highest potential. 🚀 #GettingBlackWomenPaid #CareerElevation #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerAdvancement #WomenInBusiness #BlackWomenInLeadership #SupportAndShare #CareerGoals #CareerDevelopment #EmpowerWomen