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How to Corporate
by How to Corporate LLC
The How to Corporate show, with host Fela Abioye, is dedicated to helping you advance your career. We decode the intricacies of corporate America to help you identify what's holding you back. In each episode we dive into varying real-world topics such as navigating office politics, negotiating your worth, building your brand, creating opportunities, and more. The interview-driven show reveals the truth that people don't usually talk about in the workplace, but need to know to get ahead. Let's build together!
Episodes
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34: Feedback is a Gift
This episode of How to Corporate with host Fela Abioye and guest Dr. Jackie C. Thomas Jr. explores The Power of Feedback and its critical role in career growth. Dr. Thomas, an Executive Coach and seasoned professional in higher education and, shares his journey and insights on navigating feedback...
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33: About How to Corporate
It’s been a while and I missed you! Thank you for continuing to rock with me, but it’s good to be back. We’ve been working on some exciting projects that will be announced soon so remain the lookout through our social media pages. We’re switching it up this time in this episode. My guest, Whitney...
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32: Run a Career Experiment
Have you ever thought of your career as one big science experiment? In this episode, my guest, Carla Fowler, MD, PhD, a former scientist introduces us to the concept of career experimentation through the lens of performance science. Running a “test and reaching new conclusions” allows an...
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31: Career Mobility
If you were offered a new role in another city or your current employer asked you to relocate would you make a move? There is a lot of contemplate. What are all the risks? How would a move benefit my career? What support would I have in a city? How long is the commitment? My guest, Shaun Mayo,...
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30: Working Single Parent
Navigating Corporate America can be quite the challenge for anyone, but this is especially true for parents with young families at home. Our careers can be demanding. And if you add in the unique demands of single parenthood… that’s when things really get interesting. My guest, Crystal Smith, is...
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29: Who are YOU at work?
Bring your “whole self” to work is a well-known phrase and movement in Corporate America which was inspired by a book of the same name written by Mike Robbins. The COVID years propelled this concept when the lines between work & personal were blurred even further. The idea is that being your...
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28: Counter-Offers
The negotiation process between employer and employee can be intimidating for many employees or future employees, especially when making a counteroffer. In this episode, Dr. Rochelle Parks-Yancy, a business professor, career coach, & author, explains how and why you should always counter! Yes…
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27: Visible vs Invisible Work
What is the difference between visible and invisible work? A concept that seems simple to understand, but difficult to manage in our careers. In this episode, my guest Helen Appleby, an executive coach and advocate for women shares her perspective on the subject. We all want credit and…
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26: Stay Ready
Unexpected career changes can be nerve-racking but are inevitable so how you prepare and react will determine your outcome. But how do you deal with an ever-changing work environment and stay ahead? Les Brown says it’s better to be prepared for an opportunity and not have one than to have an...
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25: Finding Your Voice
No one should tell YOUR story better than you do. Why do we keep quiet and let other people control OUR narrative?? When you don’t: -build extending relationships, -find ways to gain supporters, -make your voice be heard… you’re actually limiting your options for the future. You’re also leaving...
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24: Be Intentional
Your behavior & intentionality can manifest OPPORTUNITY. But often we spend time going through the motions of what we "think" we're supposed to do and later ask ourselves why we don't get the results we want?! The decisions you make every day create a snowball effect. This is why being deliberate...
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23: Introvert in a Extrovert World
What characteristics come to mind when you hear the phrase “model employee”? Someone that: · Keeps to themselves? · Observes without speaking? · Works independently? Or are they more likely to: · Be the center of attention? · Think out loud? · Prefer group assignments? While any of these points...
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22: Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome manifests in many ways that we don’t always recognize and can be debilitating to your career. With this in mind, we kick off Season 2 with my guest Qiara Suggs, Senior Vice President, and Chief Human Resources Officer to discuss this important topic so we spend this episode…
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21: The ReCap - Season Finale
Just like that, Season 1 is a wrap! In one year we produced and released 21 episodes so cheers to our 1 year anniversary! Reflection is important at all levels to truly be successful so that’s what the ReCap episode is focused on. There have been an endless amount of learnings this year that...
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20: Energy is Everything
Your career is a MARATHON. Meaning that at times you will pace ahead of the goals you set for yourself, while at other times you may fall behind. When it comes to running YOUR race, it starts with a positive mindset and good energy. That’s what PROPELS you forward, especially during challenging...
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19: Transferable Skills
If I were to ask, what skills do you possess what would you say? You’d likely make reference to the skills you’ve built from your current job title or career. Is that it though? What if you decide to switch careers? How about seeking a promotion? Do you qualify for these opportunities if you…
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18: What is Sponsorship?
A lot of emphases is placed on mentorship throughout our careers, but what about sponsorship? In this episode, my guest, Irlande Audenier, a Vice President in insurance, dissects what sponsorship is, how you can recognize it, and why it's vital to your career growth. Irlande explains how a…
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17: Entrepreneur's Journey
Do you go to work fantasizing over an idea that you wish you could bring to life? Do you have a side business that you wish could be your “main business”? Do you love the idea of working for yourself and creating? What’s stopping you? Who’s stopping you? Are you YOUR biggest obstacle? In episode…
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Welcome BACK!
I'm BACK!!! Did you miss me?? I know it's been a while. What I thought was a short break turned into a sabbatical! Sometimes we all need to take a hiatus to reflect and reset but I'm happy to report that I'm back in action. Going forward, I'll be releasing episodes on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of...
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16: Rejection - Part of the Game
We don’t always get the opportunity or role we want on the first try so what happens if you don’t get it? Do you stop trying and convince yourself you weren’t a fit? Do you settle back into your existing role? Does anything change? Your career is a long and winding road but far too many times we...
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15: How to Lawyer Up
The road less traveled is not easy. We all want to be successful but ask yourself what challenges are you really willing to go through to get there? My guest, Mia Lorick, is an award-winning attorney but don’t let the accolades fool you! She’s seen her fair share of hardships and setbacks…
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14: How to Corporate Overseas Pt 2
In Part 2, we continue our conversation around the ins and outs of pursuing career growth while working abroad and living in London as an expat. Keeping an open mind and intentionally exploring all the unknowns allowed him to maximize his stint in the UK. Your opportunities are not limited to...
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13: How to Corporate Overseas Pt 1
Why pick between your career vs traveling abroad when you can combine the two? My guest, Brandon Cheatam, recently lived in London for 4 years traveling to 25+ countries. Working in Oil & Gas, Brandon spent much of this day job traveling back and forth between Milan Italy, Shanghai China…
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12: How to Be a Producer
Producing is not limited to sales! Are you expected to produce results at work or in your business? Then yep, you’re a “producer” but in order to maximize your professional goals, we have to be consistent while evolving. In episode 12, Darius Reid, a Senior Director of Sales & Strategy breaks…
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11: How to Invest in Real Estate Pt 2
In Episode 11 we continue our Real Estate conversation with Junious Williams IV, Land Development Manager, Real Estate Investor, & Adjunct Real Estate Professor. We discuss real estate tax advantages, depreciation, investing in bigger project, benefits and downside of investing on your own vs…
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10: How to Invest in Real Estate Pt 1.
In Episode 10 we dive into the world of Real Estate investing and as a career. My guest, Junious Williams IV, has a degree in civil engineering but after graduating he learned quickly that he had a passion for real estate and switched careers. Junious is now a Land Development Manager, Real…
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9: How to Navigate a Banking Career
In Episode 9, Dustin Martin, Senior Portfolio Manager & Vice President, walks us through his successful career in commercial banking. We detangle the “truth” behind many workplace myths such as company loyalty, merit-based promotions, office politics, the power of relationships, and more. Dustin…
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8: How to Maintain Mental Health
In Episode 8, we discuss how mental health awareness has evolved and the impact it has on our careers. Dr Kimberly James, a licensed psychologist, leadership coach, and counselor provides great perspective on the mental health challenges that came about during the pandemic and how we’ve learned…
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7: How to Succeed in Healthcare
There is way more to a healthcare career than just clinical practice. In Episode 7, Dr Kecia Kelly breaks down her 30+ year career in healthcare from her military service to working in pharmaceutical sales to working as a nurse and leader. Her journey to the C-Suite as a Senior VP & Chief Nursing...
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6: How to Build Your Brand Pt. 2
Do you control your brand narrative? We continue our discussion from episode 5 on effective ways to build your brand with Dr Delonia Cooley. Click the link below to Dr Cooley and Dr Yancy’s book on being your best career architect....
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5: How to Build Your Brand Pt 1
In Episode 5, we discuss how managing "your brand" does much more than just build up your reputation. Your brand has the power to speak volumes and fill a room before you enter it. Dr Delonia Cooley, a Marketing Professor and expert in her field, breaks down the power of marketing through her own...
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4: How to Leverage Soft Skills
Episode 4, we discuss how Emotional Intelligence (EQ), Leveraging your Network, Employee Entrepreneur Mindset, Social Interaction, and Fixed vs Growth mindset all play a pivotal role in having a successful career. Lindsay lends not only her experience on the subject but breaks down how soft…
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3: How to Build Relationships
In Episode 3, we discuss how relationships are a key factor to career growth versus hard work alone. Dimitrius King is an Insurance Executive and entrepreneur that breaks down the differences between networking and building connections. He also provides some best practices and real examples of…
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2: How to Negotiate Your Worth
In Episode 2, Dr Rochelle Parks-Yancy says, “You don’t get paid what you deserve. You get paid what you negotiate.” Dr Park Yancy is a seasoned career coach, human resources professor, resume writer, and author. We talk through salary and benefit negotiation tactics, tips, and best practices with...
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1: How to Resign
In Episode 1, we talk about "The Great Resignation" and how working remotely has completely changed Corporate America's traditional work environment. We dive into the intricacies of how to resign from a job as well as what to consider before making the big decision. Click this link to follow us…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The How to Corporate show, with host Fela Abioye, is dedicated to helping you advance your career. We decode the intricacies of corporate America to help you identify what's holding you back. In each episode we dive into varying real-world topics such as navigating office politics, negotiating your worth, building your brand, creating opportunities, and more. The interview-driven show reveals the truth that people don't usually talk about in the workplace, but need to know to get ahead. Let's build together!
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