Be the Standard: Building Influence That Speaks

Success isn’t just about titles, degrees, or promotions, it’s about the impact you leave on people long after you leave the room. This episode on Blaze Her Trail, Dr. Mia sits down with educator, leader, and change-maker Jessica Forbes Brown for a powerful conversation about influence, leadership, purpose, and what it really takes to build a career that speaks for itself.From helping families overcome poverty to mentoring youth and transforming educational spaces, Jessica opens up about pressure, purpose, sacrifice, and how women can lead without losing themselves in the process. This episode is honest, motivating, and filled with the kind of real talk every professional woman needs right now.