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Are traditional definitions of corporate success appropriate for Black women, or do they need to be redefined to reflect diverse experiences? Too often, Black women encounter unique challenges in corporate spaces that limit their growth—ranging from external barriers to internal struggles like impostor syndrome.
In this episode of the Power, Purpose, & Prosperity Podcast, Sabine speaks with Dr. Tana Session to discuss the complex dynamics of power, particularly for black women. Dr. Tana Session is the CEO and founder of Tana M Session.com, a certified woman minority business enterprise with over 30 years of human resources experience. She’s a recognized cultural transformation architect specializing in facilitated experiences and leadership and organizational development.
Listen in to learn the importance of building habits that nurture your well-being and keep you rooted in your true power source. You will also learn how to build authentic confidence and find your voice as a black woman in the workforce.
Key Takeaways
- How to overcome impostor syndrome and embrace self-belief, internal validation, and not compare your journey to others.
- How to own your power by using adversities as the floor for your success and leaning into your privilege.
- The importance of ancestral pride and influence in shaping your identity and confidence as a black woman.
- The importance of daily affirmations and a rhythm to keep you grounded and connected to your source of strength.
- How to build a support system that holds you accountable and reminds you who you are during tough times.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
- [07:09] How she coaches black women to have self-belief and overcome imposter syndrome to navigate unwritten corporate rules.
- [11:27] How she embraced her power through self-forgiveness and learning to move past adversities.
- [13:38] Defining authority as owning who you are as a woman and using your words in a way that makes people listen.
- [14:53] The limitless influence of Black women and the cultural, ancestral power they can tap into.
- [19:31] Dr. Tana’s daily affirmations, routines, and habits that keep her rooted in her true power source.
- [24:45] The power of building a village to hold you accountable and offer support, plus embracing therapy and healthy boundaries.
- [30:14] Working While Black book overview: what it takes for black women to own their power, truth, healing, worth, and destiny.
Connect With Dr. Tana M. Session:
- Website: https://www.tanamsession.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtanamsession
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About Sabine
Sabine Gedeon is a dynamic force in the world of leadership and personal development. As the Founder of Transformed Leadership Institute and CEO of Gedeon Enterprises, Sabine leverages nearly 20 years of experience to guide clients in both startups and Fortune 500 companies. She specializes in supporting leaders during pivotal seasons of transition, helping them embrace a growth mindset, cultivate meaningful connections, and lead purposeful lives.
What sets Sabine apart is her unwavering commitment to growth and transformation, which goes beyond mere words—it's a lived reality. Her approach is rooted in a blend of human-centered principles and tech-enabled solutions, which equipped and empowered leaders at all levels with tailored programs and solutions that address their most pressing leadership and talent development challenges.
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