S1 E1: An Intro. to Working While Black w. Dana Dixon and Dr. Don Trahan

11/22/19 • 60 min

Conference Room C: Where the culture meets.

What does it mean to work while Black? In this episode, Dr. Amina and special guests Dana Dixon, LCSW and Dr. Don Trahan connect the abstract to real life by discussing several concepts related to working while Black, such as bias and microaggression, how these concepts manifest in the workspace, and the affect they can have on our professional and mental well-being. The episode ends with a heart wrenching Dear Dr. A segment that addresses biases young Black professionals may encounter as they seek employment.

Dana Dixon, LCSW is a clinician and owner of Enamour Mental Health and Wellness, LLC.

Don Trahan, PhD, LPC, NCC is a licensed counselor and global diversity, equity, & inclusion consultant.

Dana Dixon, LCSW is a clinician and owner of Enamour Mental Health and Wellness, LLC.

Don Trahan, PhD, LPC, NCC is a licensed counselor and global diversity, equity, & inclusion consultant.

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S1 E0: Meet Dr. A: Creator, Host, & Storyteller

Enter the world of creator, host, & storyteller Dr. Amina Gilyard James as she dives into the story behind Conference Room C: Where the culture meets., gives the rundown of what to expect from the first season, and responds to the first in a series of real stories from the culture in "Dear Dr. A".

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S1 E2: Leading While Black w. Chris, Alethia, & Alex

The success or failure of any organization rests in the hands of its leaders. Now, imagine such immense responsibility while navigating the regular twists and turns of the leadership journey AND being affected by systemic discrimination, racism, and feeling like you're under a microscope. Sounds like a lot, right? Being a leader can be extremely rewarding however organizations should not ignore the unique challenges associated with leading while Black. To discuss these challenges and what organizations can do to mitigate them, host Dr. A is joined in Conference Room C by founder of CPT Consulting and serial entrepreneur Christopher Talley, finance professional and experienced leader Alethia O’Hara-Stephenson, and certified career coach and best-selling author Alex D. Tremble Jr.

The episode ends with practical advice that will set any early to mid-career young Black professional up for success!