Welcome to Episode 21 of Black Womaning in Corporate America with your host, Nicole S. Palmer, and special guest, Mercedes Swan, the Career Love Coach. This episode dives deep into practical steps and mindset shifts necessary for Black women looking to transition from a 9-to-5 job to full-time entrepreneurship. Nicole and Mercedes share actionable advice, personal anecdotes, and the importance of leveraging practical everyday tools to make this leap. From creating a sustainable business model to financial planning and generating revenue, this episode is packed with invaluable insights to support you on your journey to financial and professional freedom. Don't miss out on Mercedes' for client conversion and the importance of budgeting for the future.

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Welcome to another episode of Black Womaning in Corporate America™ with your host, Nicole S. Palmer. In this episode, I discuss the important distinction between hustle culture and dream building, especially for overachieving Black women. I share my own experiences of balancing a 9-to-5 job while building my dream outside those hours, and why it's crucial to not equate hustle culture with the pursuit of your dreams.

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In this episode of 'Black Woman in Corporate America,' I share some exciting updates about the podcast going international and our new home on Spotify. I also break down the crucial, unspoken rule about the ever-shifting goalposts that Black women face in corporate spaces. Tune in for real-time examples, personal stories, and actionable tips on how to navigate these challenges while maintaining your dignity and career growth. Don't miss it!