Leading While Black in STEM: Bias, Boundaries, and Building Power (with Melanie Myles)

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host ‘Tine is joined by STEM leader Melanie Myles for a conversation that goes beyond the polished titles and into the real-life challenges of leading while Black. Together, they dive deep into the silent expectations, the boundaries that must be drawn, and the invisible labor that too often comes with holding space in leadership. Melanie speaks openly about her experience navigating bias, claiming power, and redefining what strength and success look like in environments that weren’t designed for her. This episode is a space for truth, healing, and honoring the complexity of what it really takes to lead with integrity.Download your FREE STEM Woman's Visibility Booster KitJoin the SiSTEM CircleConnect with Melanie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniemyles/Personal Website: https://melaniemyles.com/Company Website: https://www.arcticbutterflycoaching.com/#MelanieMyles #LeadingWhileBlack #WomenInSTEM #BlackLeadership #STEMCareers #BiasInTech #GettingBlackWomenPaid #GBWPPodcast #BlackExcellence #CareerGrowth #TruthInLeadershipDid you know you can WATCH these episodes on YouTube? Check out the Getting Black Women Paid YouTube channel here.Check out 'Tine's book here: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at WorkConnect with 'Tine at tinezekis.comFollow us on social media:FacebookLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFor more information about the podcast, visit our website: www.GettingBlackWomenPaid.com/podcastWant to be a guest? Apply here!Be sure to follow us wherever you're listening now. And don't forget to share this podcast with the incredible Black women in your life, so we can continue Getting Black Women Paid!