Winning Season (A ZeroGap.co Production)

In this episode of Powerbanking the podcast for women who work in male-dominated industry we talk about spotting leadership potential only takes a mirror so when you look in the mirror what behaviors are you exhibiting? We explore the three areas that you should pay close attention to.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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In this episode, we hear from Cheryl Monroe - a community leader and businesswoman. She shares her insights on leadership and Women's History Month. Cheryl emphasizes the importance of consistency in achieving success and highlights the need for gender equality. She also talks about her inspirations, including John Maxwell and Bishop Robert J. Taylor, and their impact on her leadership style. Cheryl shares her experiences with mentorship and the valuable lessons she's learned from influential figures in her life. She stresses the importance of emulating excellence and eliminating excuses in leadership. Cheryl reflects on the significance of Women's History Month and the incredible accomplishments of women throughout history. She also discusses her philanthropic efforts and the establishment of her nonprofit organization, HIP (Healthy Hair Image and Posture). Finally, she shares her personal challenge of listening to an audiobook daily and its positive impact on her personal growth.

Takeaways

• Consistency is the recipe for success in any endeavor.
• Inclusion is essential in creating a gender-equal world.
• Leadership inspiration can come from various sources, including authors like John Maxwell and Bishop Robert J. Taylor.
• Emulating excellence and eliminating excuses are key to achieving success.
• Women's History Month celebrates the accomplishments of women throughout history.
• Philanthropy and supporting others are important aspects of leadership.
• Personal development and time management are crucial for growth and success.
• Influence and relationships play a significant role in effective leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:30 Getting to Know Cheryl Monroe

03:49 Inspire Inclusion in a Gender-Equal World

05:35 Leadership Style and Inspirations

09:20 Mentorship and Leadership Lessons

11:30 Emulating Excellence and Eliminating Excuses

12:48 Women's History Month and Accomplishments

14:09 Boosting Confidence as a Leader

15:14 Realizing a Winning Season

19:17 HIP: Healthy Hair Image and Posture

21:51 Personal Development and Time Management

25:45 The Power of Influence and Relationships

26:15 Closing Remarks

5 Books Women In Leadership Should Read Over The Holidays. #womeninleadership #womenleaders #jvtwillietips

 Here's a quick link to the books 

1. Do the KIND Thing: Think Boundlessly, Work Pu... by Daniel Lubetzky https://amzn.to/2Uu7KvJ 
2. Change Your Words, Change Your Life: Understa... by Joyce Meyer https://amzn.to/2BZskwB 
3. Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck https://amzn.to/2UtDmS9 
4. Players First: Coaching from the Inside Out by John Calipari https://amzn.to/2UtEd5f 
5. The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Capa... https://amzn.to/2BZsunH 
6. Bonus Book: When She Makes More: 10 Rules for Breadwinnin... by Farnoosh Torabi https://amzn.to/2BYFzh2

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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Welcome to the Winning Season Podcast with this week’s featured guest Manessa Lormejuste. Manessa is a cosmetic chemist who graduated from Rutgers University in May 2017 and worked at Loreal USA for three years formulating hair color products.

In this episode, Manessa talks about her blog, her latest reflection on three years at L’oreal, and her advice on furthering your career.

Manessa dedicates her blog “Ness Knows” to sharing resume tips, reviews on skincare, travel tricks, and more essential lifestyle tips. In her latest blog post, she discusses the importunacy of self-advocacy, taking risks, networking across not just up, to thy self be true, and paying it forward. In this week’s episode, Manessa details the importance of each of these attitudes and how it has shaped her and her career.

She also touches on the importance of her mentors, the female empowerment she’s experienced at Loreal, and the tough conversations her close group had when George Floyd was killed in May 2020.

So tune in to this week’s episode of the Winning Season Podcast to hear more details about “Nessa Knows,” Manessa’s journey, and ways to change your perspective.

You can reach Manessa at https://nessknows.com/home or on Instagram at nessa_lo. You can purchase her “Ultimate Travel Packing Guide” at nessknows.com, and for a limited time, you can get yours for only $10.

“I’m low-key a nerd, but I’m like super girly. But I didn’t have anyone that looked like me…So I make a note to share my story, especially with younger students, because I don’t want them to feel like there’s only one option. ”  --Manessa Lormejuste

Top Takeaways:

• Manessa describes herself as a girly nerd and describes her journey from realizing her desire to be a chemist combined with her feminine personality.
• Her hair color experience at Loreal reveals some of the products she’s worked on and how she started as a L’oreal baby.
• She advocated for herself and took a risk to apply for a skincare position through the help of networking.
• Manessa has started valuing self-advocacy in her career and realizing that one conversation to speak up for herself will be difficult but not be the hardest thing.
• Networking is not just about talking to the biggest and best person in the room, but it is about getting to know the people around you that later could help you. You never know where someone will end up and how that relationship could benefit you in the long run.
• If you want to learn or do more, you are in charge of your career and taking the risk to have a new opportunity. If you don’t ask, you are guaranteed not to do what you want.
• You are in the driver’s seat in your career, and advocating yourself is not too bold when you know your worth.
• Paying it forward to younger women to show them more options in life and careers. You never know how it could change someone’s life.
• The women in color think tank at L’oreal are a close-knit group that supports one another, is transparent with one another, and have tough conversations when necessary.
• If she can do it, you can do it.
• When seated at the table, use your voice to speak up for others.

**** This is a rebroadcast episode of the Winning Season Podcast ****

In this episode of the Winning Season Podcast, Karla Pámanes shares her journey to success with host, Jacqueline V. Twillie

About our guest:

Karla is an award-winning designer, branding expert, and mentor. She has designed for brands including BRIT + CO, Discovery, HGTV, Food Network, Facebook, Yale, and more. Her specialty is helping elevate brands through well-crafted design.

When she’s not pushing pixels left and right or on a client call, you can find her making arts and crafts with her son and sharing them on Instagram or catching up on a crime show with her husband.
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Karla loves cats, children’s picture books, word search puzzles, and carbs in all their shapes and forms. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and best friend of 20 years, Angel; her pizza-obsessed son, Lennon; their Maine Coon cat, Rita; and their six-toed cat, Maxwell C. Teodoro.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

* Karla's process for design

* The powerful question she uses before creating 

* How family dynamics influenced her to bet on herself

* And much more!

Resources from this episode:

* Karla's Website https://www.karlapamanes.com

* Karla's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karla.pamanes

* Karla's email address karla@karlapamanes.com

* Creative Market as a resource to find unique typography/fonts

 High Vibrational Beauty: Recipes & Rituals for Radical Self Care by Morisse, Cindy Diprima https://amzn.to/3AqDgz

Heartfelt Thanks To Each Of You! Personal message from Jacqueline V. Twillie in gratitude for the support of the PowerBanking Podcast. 

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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In this episode, host Jacqueline interviews Stacey Guillén Bridges, a dynamic leader and vice president of client relations at Career Management Partners. Stacey shares her personal journey and the impact of her family and cultural background on her leadership style. She discusses her role in contributing to a gender-equal world and the importance of inspiring inclusion. Stacey also provides valuable insights on active listening, embracing different leadership styles, and the transformative power of motherhood. She concludes by sharing her perspective on recognizing a winning season and invites listeners to connect with her.

Episode Takeaways

• Embrace your family and cultural background as it shapes your identity and leadership style.
• Contribute to a gender-equal world by serving and inspiring others.
• Practice active listening to build trust and rapport with others.
• Step out of your comfort zone and be open to different leadership styles.
• Motherhood enhances leadership by teaching patience, embracing imperfections, and undergoing personal growth.

Connect with Stacey on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceyguillen/

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Getting to Know Stacey Bridges

05:04Contributing to a Gender-Equal World

10:16Inspiration and Incorporating Practices

15:43Leadership Style and International Leadership

23:43Impactful Leadership Advice

28:38Motherhood and Leadership

31:12Recognizing a Winning Season

35:37 Connecting with Stacey Bridges

Three traits that we aspire to have as leaders and that we want to see in leaders is 

1. Consistency
2.  Work ethic and 
3. Authenticity. 

In this episode we explore the business of Beyoncé and how she embodies these three leadership traits.

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5 strategies for conflict management at work. In this episode of the podcast we explore five ways to manage conflict at work my favorite is the collaborating strategy.

Emulating Excellence without Excuses

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Standing in Your Success: Winning Season Mini-Episode from Jacqueline Twillie

When you're ready for the next chapter of the winning season, set the intention, then create your leadership career plan. https://bit.ly/time2winquiz

Winning Season starts with embracing success and confidently accepting the value you in while working hard! 

Learn more 

 Jacqueline Twillie’s High-Value Leadership Course:  https://negotiatenow.thinkific.com ZeroGap.Co Website www.zerogap.co  Jacqueline Twillie’s Website www.jacquelinetwillie.com  “Don’t Leave Money On The Table” Best Selling Negotiations Book https://amzn.to/2yxcNou The Negotiation Workbook is on Amazon https://amzn.to/2BPhnQB Connect with Jacqueline #JVTwillieTips #Leadership #Negotiation LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinetwillie  Twitter www.twitter.com/jvtwillie   Jacqueline Twillie is president of ZeroGap, a women’s leadership training and development firm that’s dedicated to closing the gender wage gap, so women can earn more of their true worth. ZeroGap serves its clients worldwide from Dallas Texas, in the U.S.A.

In this episode Powerbanking podcast host Jacqueline starts a new series with an emphasis on actions during a crisis moment and examining if staying goals and values are aligned with the reality of leadership.

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5 key 🔑 takeaways from my leadership trip to Australia 🇦🇺. There are leadership nuggets all around us if we pay attention to them. The original notes with this podcast were lost on an airplane somewhere over the Pacific ocean but I was able to pull on my memory to pull this episode together to share with you some of the main points that I learned on my trip to Australia and leading a session more to come...

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Failure is expected & accepted part of every Leaders journey here’s the strategy to embrace it.

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Jasmine Brand, the founder of Her Texas, has been making strides in empowering women in business and driving economic development. In the conversation, she shares her inspiring journey of launching Her Texas, a platform that connects and supports women entrepreneurs across Texas. Jasmine believes in the power of investing in women-owned businesses and how it can contribute to gender equality and economic empowerment. She stresses the need for more resources and opportunities for women-led businesses to thrive and succeed. During the conversation, Jasmine also highlights the Share the Mic Texas campaign, which aims to amplify the voices of Black women in business and create opportunities for them to connect with other women entrepreneurs. She explains how this campaign has positively impacted economic empowerment and significantly changed the industry. Jasmine shares insights from her book Pretty Girls Have Options and discusses her leadership style and values. She believes in leading by example and empowering others to lead and take charge. Towards the end of the conversation, Jasmine reflects on a moment when she realized she was in a winning season and invites listeners to connect with Her Texas. Her Texas is a community-driven platform that provides support, resources, and opportunities for women entrepreneurs to grow and succeed.

Connect with Jasmin https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminbrand/

Learn more about HerTexas HerTexas.co
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:32 The Birth of Her Texas
05:55 Empowering Women and Driving Economic Development
06:23 The Power of Investing in Women-Owned Businesses
09:56 Imagine a Gender Equal World
10:20 Contributing to Gender Equality on International Women's Day
13:08 Share the Mic Texas and Economic Empowerment
15:21 Building a Hot Brand and Setting Standards
23:34 Inspiration from Family
24:30 Writing the Book 'Pretty Girls Have Options'
31:54 Realizing a Winning Season
35:26 Connecting with Her Texas

In this episode, Jacqueline answers listeners questions related to career moves for women leaders in male-dominated industries. 

Today's guest on the Winning Season Podcast is Jennifer White, MBA. She's the owner of The MJW Group.

MJW Group is best known for Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain Executives. Their methods increase profit by improving efficiencies through automation and expense reduction. We are a Performance Consulting and Leadership Development firm that focuses on reducing costs in your supply chain, improving the efficiencies of your operational processes, and help you lead major change projects in your Organization.

Jennifer White Chief Impact Visionary Officer, CIVO

If your struggle is data and quantification, She's your girl. She's got you covered!

Jennifer serves businesses by teaching them how to achieve more with the people, processes, and tools available to them. The 5 P's are all I know ... Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance.

Analytical rewired. Jennifer began her career as an engineer and combines analytical ingenuity with a talent for leadership. With a decade of professional experience informing her expertise in supply chain strategy and process and systems design, Jennifer is a talented communicator with a passion for motivating clients to transform their assumptions and achieve high performance. She is known for applying her sharp analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.

Jennifer has a degree in industrial engineering from the University of Central Florida and holds an MBA in general management from Troy University Atlanta. Reach out: jennifer@themjwgrp.com

Rochelle Porter has never met a blank surface she didn’t want to draw on.

A lifelong lover of global design traditions, the Atlanta-based artist takes cues from the breezy hues of her Caribbean roots, the stark simplicity of Scandinavian design and the bold geometrics of West African weaves to create vibrant, eye-catching textiles for the home décor and apparel markets. Her travel-inspired patterns feature joyful, unexpected burst of color and classic motifs with a fresh, modern twist.

Upon learning of the unethical and environmentally hazardous labor practices of today’s globalized “fast fashion” industry, Rochelle nearly abandoned her dream of becoming a designer. That is, until she figured out that style could also be sustainable.

Combining her passion for patterns with her commitment to social responsibility, she formed Rochelle Porter Design (RPD), a lifestyle brand specializing in thoughtfully made, eco-friendly home and fashion accessories.

True to its tagline, “Design for abundant living,” the company believes everyone along the value chain should have the chance to live well—from the farmer who picks the pesticide-free organic cotton for its textiles, to the customer who puts them on her sofa.

RPD prioritizes fair pay, environmentally safe manufacturing, and the use of allergy-free organic and recycled materials whenever possible.

Connect with Rochelle 

https://www.instagram.com/roporterdesign/

https://linktr.ee/roporterdesign

Sevilla Washington Dawson is the grandmother of Jacqueline V. Twillie, who is the founder of ZeroGap, the host of the Winning Season Podcast, and a best-selling author. Sevilla has had an inspiring journey, which she shares with us in detail. She talks about her experiences growing up, the choices she made in her career, the dynamics of the workplace, and her advice for young professionals. Sevilla started her career as a secretary and eventually became a manager at a beauty supply store. She encountered numerous challenges throughout her professional journey but overcame them with sheer diligence and self-confidence. Sevilla firmly believes that women should know their worth and not hesitate to negotiate for what they deserve. She emphasizes the importance of a strong work ethic, clarity in instructions, and knowledge in any field. Sevilla underscores the pivotal role of family and community support in molding her career path. Her ultimate aspiration is for a future where women are treated equitably in the workforce.
Takeaways
Community and family support can greatly influence career choices and success.
Hard work, confidence, and knowing your value are key to overcoming challenges in the workplace.
Negotiating for what you deserve is important and should not be feared.
Continuous learning, clear instructions, and a strong work ethic contribute to career growth and success.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:34 Childhood Education
01:20 Schooling Structure
01:32 Experience in School
03:52 Career Choice: Secretary
04:29 First Job Experience
05:03 Diversity in the Workplace
06:16 Role Model for Younger Brothers
06:43 Opportunities for Black Women in the Insurance Field
07:29 Transition to Manager at Beauty Supply
08:05 Career Progression at Sally Beauty Supply
08:54 Traveling for Work
09:31 Challenges Faced in Career
11:17 Accomplishments in Career
12:17 Negotiating for a Raise
13:16 Overcoming Fear in Negotiation
13:58 Advice for Standing Out in Careers
15:11 Importance of Self-Value
16:14 Importance of Knowledge and Skills
18:48 Love for People and Money
19:20 Teaching a Negotiation Class
19:45 No Regrets in Career
20:54 Importance of Family Support
21:06 Hope for Gender Equality in the Workforce
22:25 Equal Opportunities for Women
23:46 Realization of Being in a Winning Season
25:48 Influence on Others
26:16 Advice: Do Not Fear and Seek Knowledge

In the second bonus episode for “Don’t Leave Money on the Table”, Jacqueline shares more detail about what’s in the book that can help you reach your goals. Whether you are a job applicant asking for more pay or a leader getting a new copier for your department, we all use negotiation strategies to get what we need.

If you’re looking to sharpen their negotiation skills or improve your conflict resolution skills, “Don’t Leave Money on the Table” is a quick read filled with practical tools designed to help you communicate effectively and powerful.

That book was released 08-22-2019.

Here’s a quick recap of what Jacqueline covered:

• A brief breakdown of the LATTE Method
  
• The unique insights that went into the FAQ’s in “Don’t Leave Money on the Table’
  
• The powerful principle from Sojourner Truth that should drive every negotiation you have
  
• Why every business needs negotiators to reach their goals
  

Got comments about the book, let me know here

Signed copies are still available on Jacqueline’s website.

Today's episode features respected leader in the construction industry. Annette Wynn  

Annette Wynn Director, Cobb County School District (Metro Atlanta) SPLOST Department. With over 30 years of experience in Architecture and Construction Annette Wynn is known as a leader that gets results. People who work with respect for her leadership style and industry expertise.

In this episode, she shares tips with women to help them thrive in a male-dominated field. A few of the highlights are:

Trust yourself and the training you've received to get the job done while leading Be tough but fair You can have "it" all just not at all at once Find a partner who will understand your industry Relationships matter, get involved in a professional association. 

Connect with Annette directly she's open to mentoring and Board of Director opportunities. 

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In this bonus episode of PowerBanking our host, Jacqueline V. Twillie has an extended Q&A career conversation. In it she share advice for women working in male dominated industries. This first aired as a Facebook Live Conversation with the the Beautiful Brown Girl Community. The BBGC community leader is Kimberland Jackson. Find the group by searching Beautiful Brown Girl on Facebook!

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Career goals how to set your goals, work on them and crush them.

It's starts with setting realistic goals that stretch you but, those goals must be yours and not those imposed on you by well meaning loved ones. 

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In this episode, Attorney LaConya Murray shares the secret power of consistency at work. Known as The Small Business Attorney, LaConya Murray is the creator and owner of Off the Mark Ip Solutions, a boutique legal and business consulting firm based in Alabama.  She represents business owners and entrepreneurs throughout the United States in the fields of trademarks, copyrights and business development.  Statistics show 46% of businesses fail as a result of the owner’s incompetence, Off the Mark was created to provide new and struggling business owners the knowledge they need to avoid legal pitfalls and create sustainable scalable businesses.

Atty LaConya Murray works with traditional professionals seeking to expand their brand beyond their industry’s norm to increase their financial value by identifying their non-tangible assets, developing their intellectual property portfolio, and licensing assets, thus adding additional revenue. To learn more about her visit www.offthemarkipsolutions.com

Summary

In this keynote speech, Jacqueline discusses the importance of resilience in leadership, introducing the Latte method as a framework for aligning values and actions. She emphasizes the need for leaders to anticipate challenges, cultivate a growth mindset, and maintain open communication with their teams. The AHA framework is presented as a tool for self-reflection on attitude, habits, and actions. Jacqueline also highlights the significance of evaluating leadership practices through the R4 framework, which focuses on risk assessment, resilience building, celebrating rewards, and resetting strategies. The session concludes with a call to action for leaders to consistently tend to their leadership gardens for sustained growth and success.

Jacqueline Twillie's Keynote Takeaways

• Leadership requires alignment between values and actions.
• The Latte method helps leaders navigate challenges.
• Regular check-ins with teams can identify issues early.
• Anticipation is key to preparing for challenges.
• A growth mindset fosters innovation and resilience.
• Communication builds trust and alignment in teams.
• Celebrating small wins boosts team morale.
• Evaluating leadership practices is essential for growth.
• Resilience is a muscle that needs daily exercise.
• Tending to your leadership garden is an ongoing process.

Chapters

00:00 The Leadership Garden: Aligning Values and Actions

10:12 Anticipating Challenges: Preparing for Leadership Storms

20:02 Cultivating a Growth Mindset: The AHA Framework

30:15 Evaluating Leadership: The R4 Framework for Resilience

And this episode of the Powerbanking podcast Jacqueline takes a deep dive into four ways to overcome the imposter syndrome. Within the fourth step is Jacqueline's favorite tool to overcome this which is to embrace the fear. 

She says, "feeling the fear" and doing it anyway it the way to overcome the imposter syndrome. We would love to hear from you how you tackle imposter syndrome and what things of been a beneficial in your lives to help you overcome this challenge.

.What's the 1st feeling you have when you think of the word negotiation? For most women, it falls into one of these categories:

1. Uncertainty
   
2. Fear
   
3. Confusion
   
4. Stress
   

While these are common emotional responses to the word "negotiation," there are many more, but let's focus on how negotiation can benefit you and how you can benefit from working with a negotiation coach. When you negotiate,

"it's important to remember that it's a conversation, not a battle!"

With this understanding, let's discuss the conditions in which a negotiation coach can support you in confidently expressing what you want.

5 Ways You Can Benefit From Working With A Negotiation Coach

1. Clarity -  If you've ever struggled with setting outcome targets related to what you want or need in negotiation. You'll benefit from getting clarity on what's most important then build on that to establish targets.
   
2. Confidence - The nervous feeling related to "am I asking for too much" is all too common for women when it comes to negotiation. There are ways to quickly overcome doubt and increase confidence to ask for what you want.
   
3. Strategy - What to say and how to say it is a common question that we see in our DMs, and this a benefit to having a plan becomes your foundation in mapping out how you want the conversation to follow.
   
4. Overcoming Challenges - Each negotiation has its own set of challenges, even if you've previously negotiated with a team, person, or company. Using Jacqueline's proven five-part negotiation framework.
   
5. Understanding When to Walk Way - This is one of the areas most women struggle to realize. One of the core tenants to negotiation is understanding some deals take longer than others, and just because one party walks away does not mean the conversation is over forever. The magic lies in knowing at which point you walk away.
   

If you're nodding your head as you read this list and can relate to any or all of the above, you can value in working with Jacqueline, a master negotiator. Her life's work to provide women with tools so that they collectively stop leaving money on the table. She's most known for her ability to provide tools to break down these conversations further to help you reach a win-win in business and salary negotiations.

Gain the Confidence and Clarity You Need for Negotiations https://negotiatenow.thinkific.com/courses/salarynegotiation

If you're in the midst of a "negotiation" and would like to book a session, now text negotiation to 678-774-9494, and one of our coaches will reach out to you.

* Negotiation Strategy Sessions start at $430 for the entire negotiation process*

Comedian Mo’ Nique recently used a unconventional negotiation strategy with the company Netflix by calling for a boycott win they did not agree to pay her the amount that she requested. As a negotiation strategist I share what I feel may have been more effective for her to get the money she requested.

Our goal in this episode is to explore how we can learn from this public negotiation to better prepare for business negotiations. 

In this episode Jacqueline explains how were women that she’s worked with this year have nearly doubled their salaries negotiation.

• Preparation is the key to negotiating effectively
• Facts over Feelings should be of the utmost importance
• Talking to trusted experts in key in moving the needle on earnings

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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Success is a word that gets thrown around a lot and I truly believe that each person has to create their own definition of success and understand that the journey to achieve is just as important as reaching the destination in this episode we talk about five carbon habits that successful women do you on the weekend.

Emulating Excellence without Excuses. 

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The "Winning Season Podcast" is led by the dynamic Jacqueline V. Twillie, who is joined in this exciting season premiere by the remarkable duo of Arthur Little and Vhutali Nelwamondo. Arthur, a seasoned professional in Global Partnerships at AIME, brings his wealth of experience. At the same time, Vhutali, an expert in Global Child Relations at AIME, provides a unique perspective. Together, they dive into a deep and insightful conversation about the powerful themes of resilience and leadership. Join them as they explore the strategies and stories that inspire success in both personal and professional journeys.

This is a preview of a more extended conversation between the three leaders.

Jim Rohn says, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Who are do you spend your work time with?

A recent post on LinkedIn, showed the power of women and men supporting the advance of women leaders in the workplace. With hundreds of women joining the conversation to express gratitude to those who helped pave the path to career and leadership success. 

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In this episode of the podcast we talk about the power of positive reframing and how you can use five questions to help you gain more clarity to make the best informed decision and how you will frame a scenario.

Emulating Excellence without Excuses. 

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In this episode of the podcast, Jacqueline Twillie, a renowned author, speaker, and career coach, interviews Shannah Compton-Game, a leading money expert, entrepreneur, and founder of the Millennial Money Podcast. During the interview, they delve deeply into various topics related to personal finance, including the emotional aspect of money, the significance of gender equality in the financial world, common money myths, and the Un-F Your Relationship with Money course.Shannah emphasizes the importance of being open and vulnerable about money mistakes and shares her values that drive decision-making, which are grounded in authenticity, transparency, and integrity. She also highlights the significance of having regular money dates, which involve setting aside time to talk openly and honestly about money with your partner or loved one. She provides practical tips for improving financial literacy, such as reading personal finance blogs, books, and podcasts and seeking guidance from financial experts. The episode concludes with Shannah sharing her inspiration from her dog, Winnie, and ways to connect with her online, including her website, social media channels, and podcast. Throughout the interview, Jacqueline and Shannah engage in a lively and informative conversation that will resonate with anyone interested in improving their financial well-being and achieving financial freedom.

Takeaways

• Money decisions are often driven by our emotions rather than just math. 
• Gender equality is crucial in the financial industry. 
• Some common money myths need to be debunked, such as the belief that money is only about math, that achieving goals is solely about saving money, and that being debt-free is always the best option. 
• The course, "Un-F Your Relationship with Money", can help individuals overcome these myths and develop a healthier relationship with money. Being vulnerable and open about money mistakes is important for personal growth and learning. 
• Values such as intentionality and curiosity drive decision-making in the financial realm. 
• Money dates, or intentional meetings to discuss finances, can help individuals take control of their money and make empowered decisions.
• Recommended money moves include understanding one's mindset, improving financial literacy, and setting goals with a spending plan. 
• Successful investing requires patience, loyalty, and forgiveness. 
• Improving financial literacy can be achieved through podcasts, finding a money mentor, and being mindful of what one pays attention to. 
• The course, "Un-F Your Relationship with Money", offers a supportive community and practical tools for personal growth. Get on the waitlist for the course here https://etmpod.link/moneycourse. 
•  Inspiration can come from unexpected sources, such as Shannah's dog, Winnie. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:06 The Importance of the Emotional Side of Money
06:10 Women's History Month and Gender Equality
07:55 Common Money Myths
11:12 Un-F Your Relationship with Money Course
13:21 Being Vulnerable and Open about Money Mistakes
14:40 Values that Drive Decision-Making
16:01 The Importance of Money Dates
23:29 Mindset for Successful Investing
24:19 Tips for Improving Financial Literacy
25:35 Un-F Your Relationship with Money Course Details
27:10 Inspiration from Shana's Dog, Winnie
28:17 How to Connect with Shana Online hello@everyonestalkinmoney.com and https://everyonestalkinmoney.com/
28:59 Closing Remarks

As we wrap up the decade, I've reflected on the two books I've gifted the most within the past ten years. (Outside of my two best-selling books)

These books have been pivotal in my leadership journey - I share why in this episode of the PowerBanking Podcast.

Secrets of Six-Figure Women.

Amazon.com Book Summary:

Quietly and steadily, the number of women making six figures or more is increasing and continues to rise at a rate faster than for men. From entrepreneurs to corporate executives, from white-collar professionals to freelancers and part-timers, women are forging careers with considerable financial success.

In Secrets of Six-Figure Women, Barbara Stanny, journalist, motivational speaker, and financial educator, identifies the seven key strategies of female high-earners: A Profit Motive, Audacity, Resilience, Encouragement, Self-Awareness, Non-attachment, and Financial Know-How.

Based on extensive research and hundreds of interviews, including more than 150 women whose annual earnings range from $100,000 to $7 million, Barbara Stanny turns each of the six-figure traits into a specific strategy for upping earnings. By rigorously fine-tuning them, readers can, step-by-step, climb the income ladder.

The Power of Focus

Book Summary from Amazon.com

More than 600,000 people around the world have been captivated by the simple, practical, and profound strategies contained in the original bestseller, The Power of Focus. Now a decade later, authors Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Les Hewitt have joined forces to create a special 10th Anniversary Edition of this enduring classic. Each of these masters of business and personal development provides a crystal-clear picture of why your ability to focus is even more vital today in determining your future success. Readers will discover:

• The keys to prosperity in a turbulent economy
• A personal look at the last ten years through the experienced eyes of Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, and Les Hewitt: Insights on where to sharpen your focus, capitalizing on the new currency in business, and a Reality Check questionnaire to help you focus and follow-through
• How to dramatically leverage your income using relationships and technology
• Inspiring success stories from readers who have implemented The Power of Focus strategies

What book are books have you gifted most in this decade?

In this episode Jacqueline answers a listener question on how to move forward after bossing up backfires. According to the urban dictionary the definition of bossing up is getting ratchet and letting a person know you don’t take anything. In the workplace this can be detrimental to career progression as it demonstrates a lack of self-control and management of disappointing situations.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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THE PRICE OF PROCRASTINATION This is a very special episode of “The Winning Season” recorded by Jacqueline V. Twillie, host of the #WinningSeason Podcast for the private FB Community.

 In this episode, our host stresses on how expensive the price of procrastination could be, and how, by the learnings from this podcast, one could fruitfully deal with it. 

She tells us there are 3 areas where procrastination can hit on our lives and how they could strongly affect our productivity. The cost of procrastination as mentioned are:

 1. Missed opportunities (10:10)

 2. Finances (08:58)

 3. Health and Personal well-being (13:04) Procrastination keeps you stuck at a place, perhaps by making you feel that even the other people around you aren’t doing anything. It is also important to know how to negotiate for your finances as and when needed. By procrastinating on how the outcome would have been, if you had negotiated, you’re keeping yourself stuck in your thoughts. 

The host describes 3 worthwhile elements that would help you move past procrastination, having garnered sufficient experience helping others who’ve had to deal with the same. 

These are 1. Eliminating excuses (18:15)

 2. Getting yourself a partner /coach (20:45)

 3. Rewarding good behavior (23:45) By being honest to yourself and having a level of self-awareness, you can very efficiently develop the ability to get win-win outcomes.

 Getting a partner can help you stay accountable to yourself, could help pick you up when you laze around. Citing a famous quote by Zig Ziglar, which explains that you’re not always going to be motivated, Jaqueline tells us how a coach could help you stay on track. What distinguishes successful and unsuccessful people is that successful people do the things they need to do even when they do not feel like doing it, while unsuccessful people tend to brood over their lack of motivation. It is also very important to reward yourself for your success. The rewards need not be extravagant or expensive. Do anything which makes you happy! 

Giving homework toward the close of the session, our host asks you to jot down the list of excuses you’ve been telling yourself all this time. Self-awareness could help you get out of it. “Level up! Do something to invest in yourself today!”

 Highlights

: 1. (05:05) ** - What to do when stuck and stressed 

2. (07:20) ** - The cost of procrastination

 3. (18:15) ** - Elements to move past procrastination

 4. (16:55) ** - An inspiring story 

5. (21:49) ** - Zig Ziglar’s famous quote 

6. (23:05) ** - Difference between successful and unsuccessful people

 7. (27:08) ** - Homework for today 

8. (29:00) ** - Invest in yourself Let's talk if you need help going from stuck and stressed to #winningseasonhttps://letsmeet.io/zerogap/winningseasonrlppodcast

Summary

In this episode of the Winning Season podcast, Jacqueline Twillie discusses the concept of imposter syndrome, particularly how it affects underrepresented leaders in male-dominated industries. She emphasizes the importance of transforming feelings of doubt into impactful leadership and provides practical strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome. The episode introduces the AHA method (Attitude, Habits, Actions) as a framework for building confidence and resilience. Jacqueline also shares personal anecdotes and encourages listeners to celebrate their achievements and own their contributions in the workplace.

Takeaways

• Imposter syndrome is a common experience for high achievers.
• Doubt can be a stepping stone to growth.
• If you're in the room, you belong.
• Visibility in leadership is about showing up, not showing off.
• Build your own validation system to combat biases.
• The AHA method helps in reframing negative thoughts.
• Celebrate your wins to build confidence.
• Own your story and highlight your impact.
• Recognizing your achievements is crucial for personal growth.
• Leadership is about progress, not perfection.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Imposter Syndrome

06:05 The AHA Method for Leadership

12:02 Owning Your Achievements

Sound Bites

"Your impact is your power."

"Celebrate those wins regularly."

"Own the value that you bring."

Are you feeling the pressure of this current environment as a manager? This historic moment is a big bump in our lives. This is not an easy moment but as leaders, you can fight through this crisis with your core values as your “support power” to get through this moment. Here’s the blueprint that you can customize to lead with confidence & clarity. 

1. Communicate your vision for moving through this time with simplicity. People want to hear a clear message on the path forward. Your company will appreciate knowing you have a plan. 

2. Don’t ignore that people are dealing with multiple personal impacts as a result of this crisis, this is not business as usual so adjust KPIs so that you can support your employees. 

3. Allow team members who want more responsibility to step into expanded roles, they’ll learn and grow.  By making these adjustments it will give others flexibility during this time to adjust the way they work during this time. 

If these tips resonate with you share them with other women in leadership. 

JVT 

Additional resources:  Jacqueline Twillie’s High-Value Leadership Course:  https://negotiatenow.thinkific.com ZeroGap.Co Website www.zerogap.co  Jacqueline Twillie’s Website www.jacquelinetwillie.com  “Don’t Leave Money On The Table” Best Selling Negotiations Book https://amzn.to/2yxcNou  Connect with Jacqueline  LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinetwillie  Twitter www.twitter.com/jvtwillie   Jacqueline Twillie is president of ZeroGap, a women’s leadership training and development firm that’s dedicated to closing the gender wage gap, so women can earn more of their true worth. ZeroGap serves its clients worldwide from Dallas Texas, in the U.S.A.  #leadership #jvtwillietips #leadership

In this episode of PowerBanking our host Jacqueline Twillie, shares how she negotiated a first class flight upgrade after two flights have been canceled.

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In this episode of the podcast Jacqueline answers listeners questions about when it’s time to let it in for you go that you really like but they’re just not performing.

Dealing with underperforming employees who are unfocused and disengaged is one of the greatest challenges that women in business face. Employees who are struggling to keep up can sap up life out of any business if not managed well and on time and can pull a startup under as well. On the other hand, when managed correctly, employees can become a business greatest asset.

How do you cope with underperforming employees as a leader? You don’t have to let underperformance problems escalate to a point where you’re forced to fire an employee. One of the highly valuable skills that you should develop as a leader in your organization is being able to transform your underperforming employees into outstanding performers.

In today’s episode of PowerBanking, I will tackle the leadership challenge topic, specifically on how to on what do when you really like an employee as a person, but in terms of them getting their work done, they're not cutting it. You can see the signs that it's time to let them go, but you have invested in them as a leader, you understand their personal circumstances, you understand they have a lot going on and you are worried about the financial impact that letting them go is going to have.  I’ll share some tips on a couple of things to consider as you're going through this phase. 

PowerBanking is The Podcasts for women leaders who work in male dominated industries. Hosted by Founder of ZeroGap.co & best-selling author, Jacqueline V. Twillie. The focus of this podcast is on tools and strategies that help women enhance their leadership blueprint and embrace her power to effective in work and life.

Best Quotes

”Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”- Theodore Roosevelt

Episode Highlights

[2:40] Firstly, have a conversation with that employee about their performance by setting up an appropriate plan and timeline

[3:50] Regularly check in and don’t expect the person to change overnight. 

[4:30] Set achievable milestones for that person without micromanaging

[05:25] Use your discretion to make adjustments to the plan you created if it’s working on one area and not the other.

[05:45] What to do when there’s little or no improvement.

[06:18] Be very clear and continuously communicate. No one should be alarmed or surprised when they get fired.

[06:50] How to let an employee go

[07:10] Find an alternative position for an underperforming employee where they’re best suited.

[07:30] Identify people on your team who can get things done really well

[08:00] Episode summary

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Connect With Jacqueline V. Twillie

Website: www.jacquelinetwillie.com

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What does it mean to support women at work? Alexa Crisa, LeanIn Atlanta Chapter Leader gives us a glimpse into her life as an advocate for women in addition to her day job a digital marketing professional. 

Alexa is a trailblazer who's LinkedIn profile describes her as  Content Strategy | UX | Social Media | Network Leader of Lean In Atlanta ! She is a positive catalyst in the women's movement. 

Connect with Alexa on LinkedIn  and on IG 

Ahyiana Angel is traditionally published author and host of the Switch, Pivot or Quit podcast, who is affectionately known as the Chief Encourager. She is a seasoned executor who eventually blocked out the world’s ideas of success, quit her highly coveted position at the NBA, moved to London and traveled the world for a stint, then followed her passion in writing to find her purpose in encouragement. Mastering the art of note-worthy ideation, Ahyiana taps into her more than 12 years of professional business marketing experience to lend her thoughts on professional development, digital marketing, contemporary brand styling and more. However, Ahyiana enters her zone of genius when speaking to audiences about her 4 Ps: publicity, publishing, personal development and podcasting.

In this short episode of the podcast I give you some quick action items on how to recover and bounce back from a public failure at work. Remember, the only failure is when you don’t learn from your mistake so take the time to reflect upon what you could do differently.

•  Be honest with yourself did you make the best decision with the information that you had at that time? 
• Hold your head high and walk into work the next day knowing that you are a leader and that you can learn from every situation.

In this episode, Jacqueline Twillie reflects on the remarkable career of Shirley Chisholm, who was the first black woman to be elected to the US Congress and also the first black woman to run for the Democratic nomination for president. Chisholm played a significant role in breaking down barriers and advocating for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of marginalized communities. She encouraged others to bring their own chair to the table and be a voice for the voiceless. Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception. Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.

Takeaways

• Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to the US Congress and the first black woman to run for the Democratic presidential nomination.
• Chisholm advocated for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of the marginalized.
• She encouraged others to bring their chair to the table microphone and be a voice for the voiceless.
• Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception.
• Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Inspiration

01:26 Shirley Chisholm's Monumental Career

03:19 Trailblazing Presidential Run

04:48 Recognition and Legacy

05:42 Call to Action and Conclusion

In this episode Jacqueline shares her personal productivity hacks that helps her to run a business and to stay well-balanced.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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Why do women leave companies in male-dominated industries? It is a million-dollar question. The reason why it's a million-dollar question is that the cost of turnover, the cost of losing talent, losing that knowledge that you've invested in, you've hired this great person and that goes out the door and you don't know why that is a massive drain on the bottom line. According to Catalyst Report released in 2017, only 6.6% of women work-full time in male-dominated occupations in the United States. In 2019, these decade long issues are still very pervasive and persistent. Women working in male-dominated cultures have found exciting reasons to be engaged in these industries. They want to work, but they're often forced to quit and leave their jobs through unspoken cultural norms. In this episode, we’ll go through the common obstacles that women face in male-dominated industries that many see as outdated, but they're still relevant as well as talk about the solutions to these obstacles. About the PowerBanking Podcast PowerBanking is The Podcasts for women leaders who work in male-dominated industries. Hosted by Founder of ZeroGap.co & best-selling author, Jacqueline V. Twillie. The focus of this podcast is on tools and strategies that help women enhance their leadership blueprint and embrace her power to effective in work and life. Episode Spotlights [04:00] Most leaders are not aware of all of the issues that women face because women are afraid to talk about it. Challenges Women in Male-Dominated Industries Face [05:50] Pervasive stereotypes: women are weaker, they're not as knowledgeable compared to their male counterparts in the company who are perceived as being stronger, or they're smarter. [06:05] The perception that women are outsiders and they threaten the "way things have been." [06:20] The industry and cultural behaviors have to be more refresh to be inclusive. [06:30] Work-life demands to impact the hours that women are willing to work as they advance in their careers, and grow their families. Women are caring for both children and elderly members in the family, impacts the hours that they are can work. [07:50] Fewer mentoring opportunities which women reported as being important to their success. [08:40] Sexual harassment: it has a new level of awareness such as the #METOO and TIMESUP era. Best Practices For Engaging and Retaining Women Leaders In Companies Within Traditionally Male-Dominated Industries [09:10] Have effective training and development programs and strategies that align business goals with an inclusive business model. [10:10] Solutions for pervasive stereotypes that say women are weak men are strong, and that women are not knowledgeable and men are smarter. [11:07] Have team meetings or company-wide recognition meetings that bring to the forefront examples of women who are performing well in the industry. [11:50] Solution for the view that women are outsiders and they threaten the "way things have been." [12:08] Men should clean up their language they’re talking to women by using colorful language. [12:23] If your company culture is counter to using colorful language, then it's not women who are outsiders who threaten the way things have been, it is that the values haven't been communicated in a way that trickles down into the organization. [12:50] When it comes to “the way things have been,” if a wants to remain innovative, competitive, and in business, they have to adapt with the times and update and have inclusive work environments. [13:35] Solution for the work-life balance impact hours.

In this episode Jacqueline shares four areas to find support when you don’t have those people around you that will encourage you and push you to your next level.

 “You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, ‘I lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.” – Eleanor Roosevelt 

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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Special Episode with Dr. Perkins-Waters  on the PowerBanking Podcast

Upon completion of her PhD, Martinique Perkins Waters spent three years in a primary research position in the School of Public Health.  As a faculty member in the Department of Health Behavior, She studied the health outcomes of family caregivers.  During that time, Dr. Perkins Waters worked collaboratively with her peers to publish seven manuscripts and worked on several non-profit, private, and federal grants.  Additionally, She made 15 presentations on her research and spent a year training in Health Disparities Research program.  She used the knowledge she gained as a RCMAR Health Disparities scholar in both her research and as the course master for a graduate level African American Health Issues course.  Since 2013, Dr. Perkins Waters has been in a part-time faculty position at UAB and Jefferson-State Community College.  She educates students on both the basis of psychological principles and introduce them to the advanced skills required to complete a research project.

Dr. Perkins-Waters is now Assistant Professor of Psychology at The University of West Alabama. 

ESSENCE Now guest Jacqueline Twillie, discuss the debate around equal pay and how it affects Black women. Popular magazine, Essence host a live web-based T.V. for women. In this episode they tackled the topic of women's equal pay and how it affect black women. Jacqueline joined as one of this guest for this special segment. 

In this episode, Dr. Erin Wheeler discusses her journey as a leadership coach and the importance of authenticity and inclusion in male-dominated industries. She emphasizes the need for individuals to operate to their strengths and set boundaries to avoid burnout. Dr. Wheeler also shares her inspirations for her leadership style and the significance of Women's History Month in recognizing the accomplishments of women. She highlights the power of pausing and reflecting and the transformative impact of Gallup's Strengths Finder Assessment. The episode concludes with information on how to connect with Dr. Wheeler.

Takeaways

• Operate in your strengths and be authentic in male-dominated industries.
• Set boundaries to avoid burnout and preserve yourself.
• Recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women during Women's History Month.
• Take time to pause and reflect on your goals and values.

Dr. Wheeler on LinkedIn

Gracefully Productive Website https://gracefullyproductive.com/

Chapters

00:00Introduction

02:05 Who is Dr. Erin Wheeler

03:10 Women's History Month and Leadership

04:31 Authenticity and Inclusion

07:58 Switching Gears and Operating in Strengths

10:01 Inspirations for Leadership Style

12:22 Setting Boundaries and Preserving Yourself

13:21 Core Values for Decision Making

16:32 The Annual Retreat and Intentionality

22:05 The Power of Pausing and Reflecting

23:25 Gallup's Strengths Finder Assessment

26:07 Recognizing a Winning Season

29:33 Connecting with Dr. Erin Wheeler

31:05 Conclusion

Jodi-Ann Burey is a speaker, writer, and equity advocate. Her work is grounded in centering the experiences of historically underrepresented communities and the systematic intersectional approaches needed to address inequities. She is currently working on her first book and podcast called Black Cancer, which explores the stories about women of color and healthcare. 

“No More Secret Allies” Piece on LinkedIn - No More Secret Allies is a powerful piece Jodi Ann wrote on her LinkedIn Profile. She used this platform to express the accurate reflection of what she was feeling about people who are “secret allies” of the Racism Culture black folks have long endured. People who she calls “secret allies” are those who want to be allies with her but aren’t really part of the system. They are those people who are not willing to risk professional careers, losing relationships to fight for what they say they value. - She doesn’t need anger. She needs action. No More Secret Allies. Racism is a public health issue - Research studies show that the medical community think and feel that black people don’t feel pain or have high level of tolerance. Recalling Jodi Ann’s cancer journey, it took 3 years for her to get diagnosed, going in and out of doctors’ offices and convincing them that the pain that she was feeling was real. It was only after 3 years that she was told that she has a tumor in the spinal cord and that she needs surgery to be taken it out. - People create environments that make black people sick. Not because genetically black people are sick, they put factories to pollute the air in black and brown communities. There's a system that creates sickness in black people, not just environmentally, but also even in our offices. - Chronic racial stress that damages you physiologically that impacts what is actually physically happening in your body. Eradicating the Racism Issue - A whole system that needs to shift. We need to have a racial equity lens on all the decisions that we make that impact people of color. - The biggest work is for leaders and decision-makers who decide things around where businesses go, different policies around the environment should look at things through a racial equity lens. - Advocate for yourself and look for people who will advocate for you. Do research because that’s how you are going to advance as an individual in this system. Upcoming Book: Black Cancer - The book, Black Cancer talks about her journey of depression from heartbreak and how her cancer diagnosis saved her from that because it gave her something to fight for to want to live. - The book also talks about what it means to seek help. When you are a black woman, society and even you perceive yourself as strong. So how do strong people ask for help? How do strong people get help? Do you know how to help strong people? The book, Black Cancer will disrupt this idea of strong as something that protects you. Being strong is something that can also put you at risk because maybe you're not aware of when you need help. Podcast: Black Cancer - Guests invited are cancer survivors, people who are currently going through treatment, caregivers of family members who had their cancer journey, and those who lost loved ones due to cancer. 

To follow Jodi Ann Burey’s work & advocacies, visit her website and socials for updates:

http://jodiannburey.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jaburey

Instagram: jodiannburey

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In this episode we answer unless your question on how to address politics in the office as a leader with all of your team members are constantly talking about political topics.

With so many leaders becoming more vocal about politics how do you decide what to chime in on and how?

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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Self-efficacy is an individual's belief in their innate ability to achieve goals. Albert Bandura defines it as a personal judgement of "how well one can execute courses of action required to deal with prospective situations". #womensleadership #jvtwillietips #leadershipdevelopement

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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Get noticed, get promoted in the workplace. In this episode we discuss a few strategies to help you raise your visibility in the workplace and get that promotion!

It's not about keeping your head down with hopes that someone will recognize your hard work and give you a promotion or raise. You've got to make your aspirations know as you emulate excellence and eliminate excuses. Your leadership profile is based on the results you produce. If you're downplaying what you do you're missing an opportunity to be recognized for the value that you add. 

In this episode, we are joined by Jessica Heer and Latosha Bruff from Dallas Regional Chamber. Jessica Heer is the Senior Vice President, Regional Marketing and Talent attraction. She leads the Dallas Regional Chamber’s regional marketing initiative to attract businesses and talent to the Dallas region. Latosha Bruff is the Senior Vice President of Community Engagement. The two talk about the Dallas Regional Chamber Women’s Business Conference held on March 8, 2022.

 They share some insights on how they came to work at Dallas Regional Chambers, The theme for this year’s DRC women’s business conference, Shesurgence. In this episode, you’ll hear about the speakers, and the flavor they will bring to the event. The speakers include Diana Trujillo, Mission Lead Mars 2020 Perseverance, and Jess Huang, Partner, Bay Area McKinsey. 

Tune in to learn more about this and more exciting topics! 

Episode highlights

[02:52] The Dallas Regional Chambers Women’s Business Conference

[03:12] How Jessica and Latosha came to work at Dallas Regional Chamber 

[09:28] The theme for this year’s women business conference, She Surgence

[11:35] The great recession that hit women hard in the past two years 

[11:58] The speakers and the flavor they will bring to the event 

[16:32] Where the conference will be held

[20:48] Women looking to scale their small businesses to medium or large businesses 

[23:29] The promo code for the event is "Winning"

[24:55] The rapid questions 

Notable quotes 

“This is the time for the woman.” 

“Women shift economic power because we don’t just get money and keep it to ourselves but go out to the community and spread it.” 

Resources Links

 DRC Women’s Business Conference drcevents.org\wbc use code "Winning" for a discount on up to two tickets

https://www.dallaschamber.org/events/womens-business-conference/

This episode was sponsored by the Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce. 

About the Sponsor of this episode: Women’s Business Conference is consistently one of the most dynamic, engaging, and exciting events in the Dallas Region. Tuesday, March 8, 2022, conference marks the 24th year, bringing together regional executives and young professionals who will convene for a day of celebration, encouragement, and critical thinking with influential speakers and leaders. The 2022 program falls on International Women’s Day with a focus on the resurgence, reinvention, and resiliency of women.

The DRC is excited for keynote sessions featuring: Jess Huang, a driving force behind McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace, who will highlight the data-driven insight on women’s progress in Corporate America and how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll; and Diana Trujillo who will share her story of exploration and ascent from Colombia to Mission Lead on the Mars Perseverance.

The program will also include:

• Presentation of the YPL ATHENA® award to Alexis A. Clark at Hilti and ATHENA® Award to Alfreda Norman at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.
• An exciting marketplace with local founders, presented by Frost. We’ll feature a community of Dallas Region creators and entrepreneurs. Each diverse organization highlights a unique mission or product. Enjoy exploring their wares, be inspired by their mission, and support their work.
  
  

Today's episode will help you break your fears and step into your power! Our guest, Lucy Dazilma is a creative writer and of Founder: @worththebloom + @morethanmyuterus

Lucy loves inspiring women to live authentic lives through written, transparent truths. Lucy believes that deep down, we have an idea of who we are at our core. I believe that our truth(s), no matter how raw, should be explored, expressed, and shared. She incorporates a visual aspect to her writing because that’s how Lucy sees beauty.

Connect with Lucy  📧 lucydazilma@gmail.com www.lucydazilma.com

Grab Lucy's Book Seasons on Amazon https://amzn.to/3iEC81h

 Surthrival Mode (Sur-thrive-al) is the latest book https://amzn.to/2IwsvTR from award-winning celebrity life coach, speaker and best selling author of Pervis Principles Volumes 1& 2  and co-author of Single Man, Married Man, Pervis Taylor, III. The book is best described as a how-to-guide for men to navigate through their emotions and trauma using the 4 A’s of Surthrival Mode (Acknowledgement, Acceptance, Articulation and Alchemy). The book aims to bridge the gap in men between just surviving and getting by in life to ultimately thriving within their emotions, mental health and relationships with others and themselves. With suicide rates and mental health issues rising rapidly with men, Surthrival Mode aims to be an effective tool to be used in the healing of men. The book is  steeped in power, intimacy and vulnerability. By depicting his own personal narrative of abuse, depression and low self-esteem, Pervis illustrates an easy to follow guide for how he used the 4A’s of Surthrival Mode to transmute his life story.  Readers will be left with actionable steps and tools to apply as they embark on their journey to Surthrive. 

Beyond Black Squares and Hashtags is a special 4-part podcast Series featuring conversations to help organizations move forward in the movement of racial equality in the workplace.

Let ZeroGap.co help you with your leadership development in a virtual environment www.zerogap.co

In this captivating episode, Gigi McDowell, the founder of Fetefully, takes us on a journey through her life and experiences of running a virtual wedding planning platform. Gigi's passion for weddings started at a young age, and she founded her first company when she was just 13 years old. She shares the challenges female founders face regarding fundraising and inspiring inclusion in the workplace. Gigi believes that sharing stories and being transparent as a leader is paramount. She also elaborates on how Fetefully uses technology to create accessible and stress-free wedding planning experiences. Her leadership values of passion, transparency, and love are truly inspiring. Gigi recommends the book 'Chop Wood, Carry Water,' highlighting the importance of maintaining discipline in a winning season. Overall, this episode is an excellent source of inspiration for all the aspiring entrepreneurs.

Takeaways

• Passion and curiosity can lead to a successful career in any industry.
• Supportive parents and mentors are crucial in nurturing and encouraging young talent.
• Gender equality in fundraising is essential for creating a more inclusive entrepreneurial landscape.
• Sharing stories and being transparent can inspire and empower others.
• Technology can be leveraged to make traditionally expensive and inaccessible services more affordable and accessible.
• Leadership values like passion, transparency, and love can drive decision-making and create a positive work environment.
• Fetefully offers a virtual wedding planning platform that connects couples with professional wedding planners and provides a stress-free planning experience.
• Fetefully is accessible and can be used for various life events, including birthdays, anniversaries, and date nights.
• Success is a result of preparation, opportunity, and maintaining discipline.
• Connect with Gigi and Fetfully on LinkedIn and through the Fetfully website.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:59 Passion for Weddings and Early Career

05:58 Supportive Parent and Starting a Business

09:08 Gender Equality in Fundraising

11:04 Inspiring Inclusion and Sharing Stories

13:02 Inspiration and Leadership Values

14:59 Fetefully: A Virtual Wedding Planning Platform

22:56 Best Advice and Planning Her Own Wedding

27:06 Gifting Fetefully and Other Life Events

29:01 Realizing a Winning Season

31:59 Connecting with Gigi and Fetfully https://www.fetefully.com/

This is a special episode of the Winning Season Podcast with guest co-host, Cheryl T. Monroe and host Jacqueline Twillie. This mother-daughter duo celebrates women's history month by discussing Madame C.J. Walker.

In this episode of the winning season podcast Robert H. Johnson Jr, shares tactical steps and a corporate roadmap to move beyond Black Squares and Hashtags.

• Jacqueline and Robert discuss his early career and the impact of Black Mentors
• How downsizing within an organization is a reset for individuals
• 3 Keys to Overcoming Adversity:  Strategy, Resilience, and Conscious Moments 
• The law of reciprocity in your career  
• Philosophy of the Pride Point

Robert also breaks down the People, Process, and Performance Strategy. 

We later talk about the myth of working 10X harder for black professionals. 

For corporate leaders some of the most important takeaways in this episode may be found in the questions Robert presents to move beyond the social media statements towards the support of Black Lives. 

The questions he presents are: 

• What do you want your companies legacy to be?
• What do you want your leadership legacy to be?
• How do I, as a leader want people to feel?
• How do I want them to know they are empowered?

Once those questions are addressed Robert's playbook strategy is then to:

• Have an honest dialogue about the state of the world
• In the honest dialogue setting the ground rules that this space is not a feeling first dialogue

Join the next episode of the Winning Season Podcast for part two of this conversation. 

Connect with Robert and RHJ Consulting online at https://www.rhjconsultinggroup.com/

Robert’s LinkedIn Profile

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Twitter

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In this episode of Winning Season, we tackle the tough topic of burnout and its impact on leaders at every level. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin, this episode is for you. We’ll dive into actionable strategies to help you reset, recharge, and realign your focus, so you can get back to leading with renewed energy and clarity.

We’ll explore the importance of taking meaningful breaks, reevaluating your priorities, and the art of saying no to prevent overcommitment. Plus, we’ll discuss the power of leaning on your support system and the value of celebrating small wins to keep your motivation high. Whether you’re deep in burnout or just feeling a bit off your game, this episode is packed with insights to help you turn burnout into a breakthrough.

Tune in to Winning Season for Leadership Development Week and discover how to make your comeback stronger than ever.

In this episode, fashion artist and designer Vanne McMillan shares her journey as a mother and an artist. She talks about her vision for a world where gender equality is a top priority and highlights the significance of supporting and empowering women, particularly women of color, in industries that are typically male-dominated.

Vanne also discusses her creative process in elevating Black Girl Magic and the essence of Black women's strength and beauty. She emphasizes the value of self-care and finding peace in challenging times.

The episode concludes with a celebration of friendship and personal growth.

Takeaways

• Support and empower women, especially women of color, in male-dominated industries.
• Celebrate and elevate Black Girl Magic, emphasizing the strength and beauty of Black women.
• Practice self-care and find peace in challenging times.
• Value and nurture friendships that inspire and support personal growth.

Connect with Vanne https://www.vannemcmillan.com & on Instagram

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:53 Envisioning a Gender Equal World

05:55 Inspiration from Strong Women

09:01 Values and Self-Care

12:04 Elevating Black Girl Magic

14:59 Essence of Black Girl Magic

21:05 Creating a Gender Equal Industry

24:00 Finding Peace and Happiness

26:56 Celebrating Friendship and Growth

In this episode Jacqueline explores four steps of letting go in order to move to the next level in your professional life. It can be challenging for anyone to give up the comfort zone of knowing you can succeed and going to in area where there is risk of failure.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

Join the PowerBanking FB group it's where we continue this podcast conversation. PowerBanking is the podcast for women leaders working in male-dominated industries. 

In this episode Jacqueline breaks down a very popular negotiation that is in the news and how to move past the impasse.

 Impasse - defined  im·passe/ˈimˌpas,imˈpas/noun

1. a situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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When it comes to doing your best and giving your all each day no one can walk around with the meter to determine your productivity level at 40% 80% or 90% likewise no can measure the excuses you give, it’s ultimately only you - the individual who can determine and evaluate if you’re really giving your all towards the things that you should be doing to achieve your goals in life.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

Join the PowerBanking FB group it's where we continue this podcast conversation. PowerBanking is the podcast for women leaders working in male-dominated industries. 

In this episode of Powerbanking, Jacqueline shares the top 10 mistakes she’s made as a negotiator.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

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#BlackWomensEqualPay Each year, Equal Pay Day for All is held in April, but when we look at the wage gap for women of color, the gap is far greater. When compared to all men, women earn $.80 (cents) on the $1. When compared to White, non-Hispanic men, Black/African American women earn only $.63 (cents) on the $1. This means the typical Black woman must work until August 2018 to be paid what the typical White man was paid at the end of December 2017. This year’s Black Women’s Equal Pay Day is being observed on Tuesday, August 7. In this one-hour webinar, we will discuss Equal Pay Myths vs. Facts Strategies Black Women Can Use To Be Effective While Negotiating For More - Initial Job Offer - Promotions / Raises - Highly Visible Assignments - Change in Work Duties - Exit Packages and more!

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

Join the PowerBanking FB group it's where we continue this podcast conversation. PowerBanking is the podcast for women leaders working in male-dominated industries. 

This episode of the Winning Season podcast with Jacqueline Twillie features Julie Kratz is a TEDx speaker, inclusive leadership trainer, executive coach, author, and founder of Next Pivot Point.

Julie develops inclusive workplace cultures through allyship across gender, race, and all dimensions of diversity.

Get her book, Lead Like an Ally: A Journey Through Corporate America with Proven Strategies to Facilitate Inclusion https://amzn.to/3h9L9zZ

Check out Julie's Website https://nextpivotpoint.com/

Connect with her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliekratz/

On this episode Jacqueline is talking about What times of questions to ask in negotiations.

Key Points:

[00:02: 09] - 5 part framework - L.A.T.T.E. framework

- (L) - Look

- (A) - Anticipate

- (T) - Think

- (T) - Talk

- (E) - Evaluate

[00:03:02] - When is it helpful to ask questions during a negotiation?

- To seek to gain information 

- To check for understanding

- To gain participation in the conversation

- To get the conversation back on track

- To reduce tension

[00:10:55] - What are the types of questions to ask

- Open ended questions (broader answer, more expansive question)

- Closed ended questions (restrictive, can introduce bias) 

Quotes from the Episode: “Negotiations is a conversation, not a battle.” [00:02:01]

“Information is power, the more you know the better informed decisions you can make.” [00:03:12] “You want to avoid as much bias as possible because sometimes bias is formed off of assumptions.” [00:11:21]  “Set the framework to understand what type of information will help you make a good decision.” [00:12:54] Links: Jacquline Twillie - https://www.jacquelinetwillie.com/

Don’t Leave Money on the Table - https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Leave-Money-Table-MaleDominated/dp/1089197926/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0? _encoding=UTF8&qid=1570843565&sr=1-1

Social Media:  Jacqueline Twillie - https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinetwillie/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinetwillie/

https://www.facebook.com/Jvtwillie/

In today’s episode our host, Jacqueline shares her experience with LinkedIn and calling out inappropriate behavior. LinkedIn is not a dating platform and should not be used as such.

"Emulate Excellence without Excuses."  ~ Jacqueline V. Twillie, Founder and President of ZeroGap.co

Join the PowerBanking FB group it's where we continue this podcast conversation. PowerBanking is the podcast for women leaders working in male-dominated industries.