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Navigating Leadership as the Only Woman of Color in the Room
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In many professional settings, women of color often find themselves as the sole representative of their demographic. This unique position presents distinct challenges. These challenges include feelings of isolation. There is also a need for self-advocacy. Additionally, there is the task of building supportive networks in environments where they are…
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The Price of Always Being the “Go-To” Person: How Women of Color Leaders Can Break Free from Overburdening Expectations
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Leadership is about responsibility, but for many women of color, it often becomes something more. We are not just leaders—we are fixers, problem-solvers, and the people everyone depends on. The weight of our workplaces, families, and communities rests on our shoulders. At first, being the “go-to” person feels like an…
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The Perfectionism Trap: Why Women of Color Leaders Must Embrace Wholeness Over Flawlessness
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Leadership is demanding. But for women of color, the expectations often feel impossible. The pressure to be perfect, to have all the answers, and to navigate every challenge without showing vulnerability is exhausting. We were raised with a strong belief. We must be twice as good to get half as…