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What makes a good ally and how do we gauge their authenticity? Tune in as the ladies discuss genuine allies versus people who are simply jumping in on the Diversity and Inclusion "flavor of the week". Join in on the conversation and talk to us during What you Think Wednesday #WYTW! Follow us on all social media platforms @theeblckeffct and tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Let us know what an authentic ally looks like to you. Don't forget to let us know how these people have y'all F***ed Up out here! Slide in our DM's or shoot us an email @theeblckeffct@gmail.com

What is a Chief Diversity Officer and What do they even do!? Lots of companies are scrambling to create and fill these roles in an effort to show that they are having the necessary conversations. However, the jury is still out on if this will help eliminate the systemic racism that we all encounter. Tune in as the ladies discuss the impact of these efforts in their workplaces and what the actual benefits of these initiatives will look like

2020 has been a year! Tune in as the ladies catch up and provide their predictions on the 2020 Season Finale!Join in on the conversation! Follow us on all social media platforms @theeblckeffct and Tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Let us know how you think this year will end!

She's Tired, He's Tired, We're ALL Tired! Compassion fatigue is a very real thing and in 2020 we're all dealing with it. Tune in as the ladies discuss how they are coping and protecting their peace. Join in on the conversation and talk to us during What You Think Wednesday #WYTW! Follow us on all social media platforms @theeblckeffct and tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Let us know what has you tired and how you are coping!Don't forget to let us know how these people have y'all F***ed Up out here! Slide in our DM's or shoot us an email @theeblckeffct@gmail.com

How did I get here and who put me in charge!? Does this sound familiar? Tune in as the ladies discuss imposter syndrome and how they cope with it. Listen in as they share their methods for getting comfy in their well deserved seats!Join in on the conversation! Follow us on all social media platorms @theeblckeffct and tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Talk to us about your struggles with imposter syndrome and how you're getting comfortable in your chair!Check out this article: https://www.entrepreneur.com/slideshow/345415

“In America, you gotta work twice as hard [as white folks] to get half as much.” -Black ProverbThis is a burden that we carry with us in all aspects of our lives and the effects can be damaging. Tune in as the ladies discuss how they overcome the fatigue that often accompanies this mentality and what this will mean for our youth.Join in ion the conversation! Follow us on all social media platorms @theeblckeffct and tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Let us know how you overcome this mentality but still deliver high quality results!

What's your love language? Ours is Money! Tune in ladies tackle the topic of generational wealth in our community. Financial literacy goes a long way and circulating the black dollar AND keeping it in our community is going to help build these empires. Check out these articles to learn more:https://www.wgbh.org/program/basic-black/generational-wealth-gap-people-of-colorhttps://medium.com/@mary_agbesanwa/14-lessons-on-building-generational-wealth-for-millennials-585d6360b6bfJoin in on the conversation! Follow us on all social media platforms @theeblckeffct and Tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Let us know how you're going to start creating generational wealth with your tribe!

40 hours a week...That's the normal amount of time that we all spend with our coworkers (if we're lucky). It's almost inevitable that we form interoffice relationships with them over time. The question remains, "How close is to close?" Tune in as the ladies bring in some perspective from special guest, Phil, to discuss the dynamic of having a work husband or wife in the in the office. Follow this week's guest on Instagram @p.a.c.k._life and check out his Apparel Brand @live4areason_clothingJoin in on the conversation! Follow us on all social media platforms @theeblckeffct and Tag #theeblckeffct when discussing the show. Let us know your thoughts on having a Work Boo!

Y'all are getting a double dose of illumination this week! The ladies are shining a light on Twin Poets, Al Mills and Nnamdi Chukwuocha. These brothers are best known for their poetry, community activism, and social work. They use their poetry and spoken word as a means of strengthening and supporting the communities they serve. Their poetry is powerful and you're sure to feel its fervor! Check them out at twinpoets.org or on any of their social media platforms.IG: @twinpoetsTwitter: @twinpoetsYouTube: Twin Poets

This week the ladies are shining a light on Indie bookstore owner Jeannine Cook. Jeannine is the owner of Harrietts Bookshop, which is located in the Fishtown area of Philadelphia. The bookshop highlights women authors, artists, and activists. It also hosts a slew of events such as the Whisky Writers Club (need we say more)! If you're looking for some dope reads in a space that will give you ancestral vibes be sure to check it out! IG: @harrietts_bookshopTwitter: @harriettsbooksLocation: 258 E. Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Did y'all boys not get The Memo!? This week the ladies are Shining a Light on best selling author Minda Harts, the genius behind The Memo. The Memo serves as a career guide to Black Women everywhere and touches on the everyday issues that we face in Corporate America. She addresses challenges that she has personally faced and how that has shaped how she manages her colleagues in this space. Minda continues to be an invaluable resource and breath of fresh air as she provides her "no holds barred" feedback on these situations. Pick up your copy of The Memo and follow her on social media so that you can catch some her light!IG: @mindahartsTwitter: @mindahartsLinkedIn: Minda Harts

There is a fine line between arrogance and cockiness and these ladies are mastering the craft. Tune in as the ladies discuss maintaining their confidence in all facets of their lives!

While men and women of other races often get labeled as 'passionate' and 'authoritative' these same qualities displayed by black women are unjustly identified as 'angry.' Why is it that we are not given the same grace as others? Tune in as the ladies do some self reflection and provide you with a new list of 'A's that are actually acceptable and debunk this stereotype.

There are lots of stereotypes that are put on Black people from individuals outside of our community, and equally as many that we put on each other. While it may be true that many of us enjoy the same "stereotypical" things we can't forget about that nuances that make us all unique. Tune in as the ladies discuss the Shades of Black and how they're breaking the mold!

As a culture, we tend to mind our own affairs and stay out of other people's business if it does not hurt, disrupt, or pertain to us. Maybe it's because we were told over and over again as kids to "stay in a child's place" and that bred early memories of the "mind your business" culture. Tune in as the ladies discuss how they #SitBlackandObserve shenanigans that unfold in both their personal and professional lives

As children we often have lofty dreams for our futures however adult life always has a way of throwing a wrench in our plans. Tune in as the ladies discuss their paths to adulthood and the unconventional ways they've taken to continue their reach for success

What is life right now? This is a question that lots of us are asking ourselves in these unprecedented times. Tune in as the ladies discuss how they are coping and offer insight on the importance of addressing our mental health

Does Size Matter? The answer is always YES! To be exact, we are talking about the size of our checks! Tune in as the ladies discuss the disparaging wage gap that continues to exist in Corporate America

Times have changed and modern women are no longer expected to simply stay at home and take care of the household. Now we are bringing home the bacon and frying it up! Tune in as the ladies discuss whether we can truly be the CEOs of our households and our workplaces.

What happens when you go from being the golden child at work to getting the cold shoulder? Tune in as the ladies discuss how the pedulum can swing when leadership feels threatened by your excellence and tries to dim your shine