All Things Career

We’re about to get all the way real. Host Darius Norwood leads by example in this episode; showing how vulnerability and strength coincide. Explore the intersection of life’s unpredictability and the demands of career. In this ultra-relatable life and career update you’re sure to connect with a sentiment that resonates and relates to your own journey. The conversation in this episode demonstrates:

• How to adjust your career objectives after life shifts your perspective
• When to show yourself some grace after ambiguity leaves you on edge
• A reminder that you can shape career decisions by larger life goals
• How long it could take to find a role that fits after a transition
• How you can help shape what’s up next for All Things Career
• and more!

Adaptability is key, and you can tap into it. With a refreshingly unique point of view, this half of our dynamic co-hosting duo walks you through what it looks like for him to process life changes and career advancements at the same time in hopes that you’ll give yourself room to do the same should you ever need to.

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Connect with Darius on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusnorwood

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Back like we never left! It’s our return episode, the first in over a year. Host Kirsten Norwood is letting you know where she’s been, why, and what you can learn from life experiences of all kinds.

Get real and raw as we dive back in PLUS hear about what this podcast has got planned next.

This episode covers:

- What a good leader should know how to do

- How you can be a better leader and colleague

- Whether you can balance caregiving and career

- What to do when the unexpected happens

- The strength you can find in moments of vulnerability and more!

It’s a bit of a wild ride, but a great lesson for anyone who’s ever had to reclaim their resilience in life and work.

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Connect with Kirsten on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-norwood-2a4ab580

Connect with Darius on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusnorwood

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Amy Oviedo is the founder and CEO of Recruiting Experiences, founded to help companies simplify their hiring processes and train the next generation of recruiting professionals.

Today’s conversation is critical because Amy has over 20 years of Talent Acquisition Training & Development experience. No matter what stage you’re in on your career journey, pay attention because Amy will share:

- What recruiters are looking for in candidates
- How candidates can stand out when applying for jobs
- How to crush interviews

Connect with Amy Oviedo:
Website / URL: https://www.recruitingexperiences.com/
Amy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyoviedo/ 

Connect with Darius Norwood:

Darius’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusnorwood/

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Using your voice to get you where you want to go takes courage and lots of practice. In this episode, Joyel Crawford draws on her two decades of experience in career and leadership development with practical tools and tips that she shares with thousands of clients and audiences across the country. 

In this episode, Joyel and Kirsten discuss the following: 

• The importance of Show Your Ask and how the name came to be 
• Why influence matters in your career 
• And, practical ways you can advocate for yourself in all work settings 

You can connect with Joyel here:
Website: https://crawfordleadership.com/
Instagram: @joyelcrawford

You can purchase Joyel's best-selling book, Show Your Ask, here.

As always, you can connect with Kirsten on LinkedIn by clicking here.

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Kelli Jones is Co-Founder & General Partner for Sixty8 Capital, a seed-stage venture capital fund for Black and Latinx entrepreneurs. Kelli is also the co-founder and co-CEO of Be Nimble, Co, a social enterprise that accelerates diversity and inclusion initiatives in technology.

I’m very excited for today’s conversation because Kelli share's so many gems on:
- Leadership styles
- Mentor and expert network (Personal board of directors)
- How to plan ahead while working in the trenches
- Impostor syndrome
- And so much more

Connect with Kelli Jones:
Website / URL: www.benimbleco.com
Kelli's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellinikole/

Connect with Darius Norwood:

Darius’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusnorwood/

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Murdock is a purpose-driven, action-oriented, servant-leader, and proud product of Indianapolis, IN. He’s an entrepreneur and law student who’s deeply passionate about amplifying, appreciating, and advocating for the power in Black stories. Ultimately, he’s in the business of becoming the greatest “Powerpreneur” Indianapolis has ever seen!

In this episode, we discuss:

• How the term “Powerpreneur” was born 
  • The art of strategically leveraging the power in your story
• How people of color can hold their power
• How Anthony’s setbacks set him up for success
• Who fills Anthony's cup
• Exposing, educating, and equipping professionals in the Side Hustle Economy

Connect with Anthony Murdock II:
Website / URL: Murdockllc.org

Anthony's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonymurdockii

Connect with Darius Norwood:

Darius’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusnorwood/

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In workplaces nationwide, women of color need frank talk and honest advice on how to deal with microaggressions, heal from racialized trauma, and find relief from invisible workplace burdens. Minda Harts, best-selling author and I chat about how to be Right Within in the workplace. 

In this episode, Minda and I discuss the following: 

• Why avoiding racial trauma is more harmful than good
• How to dismantle and stand up to systems that do not serve us and actionable steps we can take
• And the #1 microaggression resource - The Affirmation Pyramid 

You can connect with Minda here:
Website: https://www.mindaharts.com/
Instagram: @mindaharts

Purchase Right Within and Minda's new book You are More Than Enough today!

As always, you can connect with Kirsten on LinkedIn by clicking here.

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Did you know that April is Black Women's History Month? This month we embrace achievements, build understanding and awareness and celebrate the rich history of the past, present, and future generations of Black Women and women who are descendants of Africa. 

In this episode, Tatyerra, the founder of Gratitude for Black Girls, and I discuss: 

• The importance of Black Women's History Month 
• What gratitude for black women means and what good looks like in the workplace 
• And, an amazing event in April - This is For Us 

You can connect with Tatyerra here:
Website: https://www.gratitude4blackgirls.com/
Instagram: @gratitude4blackgirls
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatyerraspurlock/

Purchase tickets for This is For Us here. 

As always, you can connect with Kirsten on LinkedIn by clicking here.

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Kison Patel is the Founder and CEO of DealRoom, a project management solution for complex financial transactions. As a former M&A advisor with over a decade of experience, Kison has seen many challenges presented in mergers and acquisitions.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The struggles of starting a business
• How to navigate change at work
• How curiosity solves bigger problems
• How to feel connected in a virtual world

Connect with Kison Patel:

Website: https://www.mascience.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kisonpatel/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DealRoomInc

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kisonpatel

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kison_patel/

M&A Tactics: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0952CMQ1R/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

Agile M&A: https://www.amazon.com/Agile-Proven-Techniques-Faster-Maximize-ebook-dp-B07YK33ZF5/dp/B07YK33ZF5/ref=mt_kindle?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1570204428

Newsletter: http://mascience.com/newsletter-signup

Connect with Darius Norwood:

Darius’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusnorwood/

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Are you always available at work? Responding to emails within minutes of them being sent, responding to instant messages from teammates and always taking on extra projects at work? If this sounds like you, you may need to set some boundaries at work. 

In this episode we discuss how to set boundaries at work by: 

• Exploring what good looks like when it comes to boundary setting and how to still get promoted
• Setting proper work boundaries
• And, learning how you can juggle setting boundaries with coworkers and still be seen as a team player

You can connect with Kaylyn on Instagram here.

As always, you can connect with Kirsten on LinkedIn by clicking here.

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Episode Quote: "How can I show up as my best self while also honoring myself?"