The power of reading the room and trusting your instincts

Black Corporate Life

In this episode, Tina Taylor, former Chief Quality and Chief Information Officer for GE Lighting, shares her career journey and the lessons she learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of reading the room, understanding your why, and trusting your instincts. Tina also discusses the challenges and pressures faced by black professionals in corporate America and the need for self-care and balance. She shares her current work as a general partner for Unum Capital Investments and her involvement in not-for-profit organizations focused on financial inclusion for minority small businesses. Overall, Tina's story highlights the importance of authenticity, resilience, and driving impact.
Takeaways
Read the room, pay attention to body language, and use it to your advantage.
Understand your why and who you are doing your work for.
Trust your instincts and listen to your gut.
Black professionals face unique challenges and pressures in corporate America.
Self-care and balance are essential for success and well-being.
Drive impact and create opportunities for financial inclusion for minority small businesses.
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Capitole

1. Introduction and Overview (00:00:00)

2. Lessons from Early Teaching Experience (00:06:03)

3. Challenges and Pressures Faced by Black Professionals in the Workplace (00:13:12)

4. The Transformative Power of Africa (00:35:30)

5. Key Takeaways and Conclusion (00:41:41)