Ep #24: How to Build your Skills and Capabilities (when your boss isn't helping you)

📜 Summary In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, host TaSheena Braxton discusses the challenges faced by women of color in leadership roles, particularly when support from management is lacking. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, creating personal development plans, and utilizing current job roles as opportunities for growth. TaSheena encourages listeners to build their own support networks and take charge of their career paths without waiting for permission from others.   💎 Gems Women of color often face barriers in leadership roles. Self-advocacy is crucial for career growth. Waiting for management support is not a strategy. Creating a personal development plan is essential. Current jobs can serve as platforms for skill development. Building a supportive network is vital for success. Surround yourself with empowering individuals. You have the power to shape your career path. Invest in yourself, even if your job doesn't.    📖 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leadership Beyond the Title 00:59 Overcoming Barriers to Leadership Growth 04:48 Creating Your Own Development Plan 11:59 Using Your Current Job as a Leadership Lab 18:02 Building Your Support Network 19:29 Conclusion and Call to Action   Where to Find TaSheena Sign up for "A Seat At The Table," my Weekly Newsletter that empowers Women Of Color to build their own seats at the table. Join my Bookclub, "Take The Lead," where we center the voices of people of color and explore leadership through their lens.  Learn more about working with me by setting up a sales call here.  LinkedIn | Instagram | Website