If you were born into poverty, nobody taught you how to rest, receive, or feel safe. You were taught how to survive. And survival isn't the same thing as healing. In this episode, I share four truths every woman who grew up poor needs to hear if she’s ready to stop just getting by and start actually enjoying her life. I’m speaking from lived experience: no running water, homelessness as a child, constant instability, and growing up surrounded by chaos. This work is personal. As a freedom coach, I help women break generational cycles so they can move from survival mode into a life that feels safe, abundant, joyful, and aligned. Some of what I share may challenge you and that’s okay. I invite you to listen, sit with it, take what resonates, and leave the rest. We’re on this journey together and my hope is simple: that you stop surviving and finally begin to thrive. 🔗 If you're ready to take your career to the next level: https://mailchi.mp/2f08b1a33693/tggh. Blessings, Sis!!

There were moments I genuinely felt like the system had already decided I wouldn’t make it. This episode is for anyone trying to finish something while being doubted by the very institution, people, or system they’re inside of... Graduate school, corporate America, ministry spaces, or even family circles. I share the real story of how my graduate program played in my face from September to March. Giiiirl, they were questioning my ability to graduate, creating unnecessary obstacles, and testing my mental, emotional, and spiritual endurance. Also, I share 3 tips that helped me keep accomplish my goal. You can too!! ✨ If you’re ready to accomplish your goals and need support, systems, and accountability, check out my Best Year Ever program: https://mailchi.mp/846ed7b3c73f/the-best-year-ever. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share this with a sister who needs it. I’m rooting for you.

In this episode, I share 3 reasons why I would never work from home full-time and why I believe visibility, relationships, and presence still play a major role in career growth. While remote work offers flexibility, it can also limit access to promotion opportunities, mentorship, and sponsorship, especially for women navigating corporate spaces. I also open up about a personal experience where someone attempted to damage my reputation at work and how the relationships I intentionally built with coworkers helped protect me in that moment. From daily interactions to intentional connection-building, I break down how being seen and known at work directly impacted my opportunities and advancement. This episode is a reminder that career success isn’t just about performance, it’s about who you build trust with along the way. If you want to work with me and get a better paying job, check out THAT G$RL: Gets Hired: https://mailchi.mp/2f08b1a33693/tggh. Do you have my free corporate woman interview guide? If not, grab it here: https://mailchi.mp/41f57997efe3/the-corporate-women-interview-guide.

Are you tired of people trying you at work? Whether it’s microaggressions, unfair criticism, or outright toxic situations, documenting your experiences can be a game-changer. Actually, it’s protection. In this episode, I break down why documenting what happened helps you stay professional, avoid tit-for-tat, and protect yourself when workplace situations get messy. You'll hear personal stories and client experiences that prove documentation helps you maintain your integrity and even win in toxic environments. If you’re ready to level up your career and land a role you actually deserve, check out my program THAT G$RL: Gets Hired, designed to help women go from underemployed to thriving (new role by July? Yes, please. Peeeriod): https://mailchi.mp/2f08b1a33693/tggh. You can also grab my free Corporate Women Interview Guide here: https://mailchi.mp/41f57997efe3/the-corporate-women-interview-guide. Subscribe for more career strategy and life content. Please share any questions or topics you want me to cover next. Blessings, Sis!!!

Ever been tried at work and didn’t know what to say in the moment? In this episode, I share 3 professional phrases you can use when someone disrespects you at work without snapping, escalating the situation, or ending up in HR. This conversation is especially for women, who are often labeled “aggressive” or “confrontational” simply for setting boundaries. You deserve respect, and you don’t have to shrink to get it. If you’ve been navigating uncomfortable workplace conversations, toxic environments, or subtle disrespect, this episode will give you language you can use immediately. 🎯 Listen, take notes, and save this one, you’ll need it. 📌 If you want to know how to work with me, click here: https://linktr.ee/nataliejaninegates.

Manifestation isn’t just about vision boards. It’s about belief, embodiment, and healing your relationship with money. In this video, I share a real, personal story about applying for a money scholarship, confronting my money blocks, and how I’m learning to manifest abundance in a way that feels aligned, grounded, and faith-led. If you’ve ever struggled with: 👀 Manifesting money consistently, 👀Feeling worthy of abundance, 👀Working hard but not seeing financial results, and 👀 Healing money trauma or limiting beliefs. This video is for you. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: 🙏🏿 Why manifestation works best when you believe it’s already yours, 🙏🏿 How mindset and confidence shape your financial reality and🙏🏿 Simple gratitude practices that open the door to more abundance. Leave a 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What resonated with you from this video? 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this with a woman who needs this reminder.

Everyone tells women to work harder if they want to make more money, but that advice is outdated and misleading. Actually, it’s a LIE!!!In this video, I’m breaking down three books every woman needs to read if she wants to earn more, advocate for herself, and grow in her career.These books will change your life.Hard work alone doesn’t get you paid more.You get more money when you can:* Articulate your value and solve the company’s problems * Ask for more and negotiate with confidence* Believe you deserve more (because you cannot out-earn your mindset)If you’re ready to stop working harder and start getting paid smarter, this video is for you.Read these amazing books, Sis.💡 Your next step:👉🏾 Subscribe for more episodes that will help you land better-paying, purpose-filled careers.Schedule a career breakthrough call with me: https://calendly.com/makingmindsetshifts/breakthroughcall📩 Join my email list for weekly career tips: https://mailchi.mp/41f57997efe3/the-c📱 Follow me:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejanine.gatesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliejaninegatesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejaninegatesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-janine-gates-tedx-speaker-a237b976/🎤 Watch my TEDx Talk: How informational interviews can get you hired: https://youtu.be/nmB8eJbR93cStay in touch, Sis!

What does it really mean to be THAT G$RL?It’s not a trend. It’s not confidence for show.It’s you showing up as your most authentic self.No matter who approves.In this video, I’m breaking down what THAT G$RL actually is, why so many women feel stuck in their careers, relationships, and life, and how I had to unlearn people-pleasing, guilt, and fear of disappointing others to finally feel free.Freedom! Peace! Protected! That's what I desire for you.I share the three decisions that changed my life:1. Learning to say no without explanation2. Taking myself on dates and learning who I really am3. Only applying to roles I was genuinely excited aboutThis is about becoming who God calls you to be and who you desire to be.✨ We get one life. We must live it.Your Life, Your Rules!Question for you:What’s one thing you enjoy doing just for yourself? Share your response in the comments. I want to hear from you. If you’re a woman feeling stuck and ready to show up as THAT G$RL in your life and career, you’re in the right place.💛 Like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations about authenticity, faith, career growth, and becoming HER.

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