Do you know your workplace rights? Are you confident in standing up for yourself professionally? In today’s world, where workplace dynamics can be tricky (and let’s be honest, sometimes just plain toxic), knowing how to speak up for yourself is crucial. In this episode of Black by Nature, Philly by Choice, I sat down with HR expert Evelyn Reed (aka @HRJawn), and let me tell…
Meet Anthony Lee, a Philly native whose entrepreneurial grind started with selling CDs and mowing lawns and evolved into building a real estate empire. From humble beginnings to becoming a respected realtor, investor, mentor, and community leader, Anthony’s story is the blueprint for resilience, vision, and purpose. In this edition of Black by Nature, Philly by Choice, we’re spotlighting the journey…
Have you ever felt like stepping out of your comfort zone could open up a whole new world of experiences? For Shannon Quick, the Managing Member of The Cosmopolitan Group, that idea became the heartbeat of her business. Based in Philadelphia, Shannon is on a mission to help people break free from the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Her story…
Whew. Where do I even begin? Before I submitted my application for the inaugural Movement for Black Lives Creator Academy, I almost talked myself out of it. I sat with doubt, wrestled with imposter syndrome, and wondered if my voice — my journey — would be enough. But deep down, I knew this opportunity had my name on it. So,…
What does it really take to bet on yourself and step into your purpose? In this episode of “Black by Nature, Philly by Choice,” I had the privilege of sitting down with Lula Abera—an organizational development consultant and executive coach who transformed uncertainty into confidence. From navigating self-doubt to creating spaces for Black women to thrive, Lula’s journey is one of resilience, purpose, and…
