In this episode of "Black Coffee with a Side of Candor" we tackle the topic of showing up for our "strong friends". What is a "strong friend"? What do they need? Are you a strong friend? We talk about the burdens of being a strong friend, what we think our strong friends need, how we can we show up for them, and how we can allow others to show up for us. This is a good one ya'll. Share this with your strong friends! Grab your coffee (or your glass) and join us! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE AND SHARE! #strongwomen #blackentreprenuer #womenempowerment #womenbusinessowners #entrepreneur #womenissues #podcast #candid #letstalk #tunein #coffee #blackcoffee #blackwomen #follow #subscribe #diversity #careeradvice #betonyourself #workplace #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurlife #advice #ourexperience #strongfriends #showup #letstalkaboutit

In this episode of "Black Coffee with a Side of Candor" we are discussing our use of the word "no" and how we sometime underuse the word "yes".

We so often praise the "Strong Black Woman". She has it all together. She gets it all done and looks flawless doing it. But most times, it’s a facade. We have worn the cape of the Strong Black Woman to the point that we seemingly have adopted the belief that we don't need help. So we instinctively say 'no' to offers of help. But what if we reconsidered what it means for us to say 'yes' to things that actually benefit us?

Let's talk about it!

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In this episode of "Black Coffee with a Side of Candor" we are discussing the challenges, potential and rewards of working in the STEM field.

Dr. Nikki Delk is a tenured Associate Professor in Biological Sciences, an endowed Cecil H. and Ida Green Professor in Systems Biology Science, and the Assistant VP for Research Development in the Office of Research and Innovation at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas). Her research lab studies inflammation-induced cancer progression and treatment resistance. Dr. Delk was named on the 2020 Cell Press list of 1000 Inspiring Black Scientists in America, inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society in 2022, and commissioned as an Air Force Officer. She obtained her doctorate in molecular biology from Rice University in order to pursue her childhood dream to be a cancer biologist in honor of her grandmother who passed from cancer.

In addition to her love for science, Dr. Delk is passionate about mentoring and providing research training opportunities to students. She is equally passionate about the creative and performing arts. In 2021, Dr. Delk merged her passions to create Arts for Science to raise awareness of the Delk Lab cancer research program and to raise support for STEM mentoring and outreach through the arts. We had a great conversation around the diversity gap in STEM fields, the importance of having more diversity in STEM, the exciting opportunities in STEM that are just as valuable as careers in entertainment and sports, as well as how professionals in STEM have a creative streak! 😉

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In this episode of "Black Coffee with a Side of Candor" we are discussing the impact of information overload on entrepreneurs, and offering some tips for when to stop "learning" and start "doing"!

As entrepreneurs, we sometimes get paralyzed by absorbing so much information that we fall into analysis paralysis. We're not moving forward and growing because we are stuck in the stage of information gathering.

Soooo.....

🤔 How do you know that you have "enough" information and now need to take action?

🤔 How do you assess if an "informational" opportunity is worth your time investment?

🤔 What do we entrepreneurs need from those we are networking with?

🤔 What are our 3 tips and strategies for effective networking?

Listen to find out! 😉

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In this episode of "Black Coffee with a Side of Candor" we are discussing "Empowering the Underdog - How to Build a Successful Business or Side Hustle on a Dollar and a Dream" with Special Guest Zane Johnson.

Zane Johnson is the Founder and Managing Attorney of MZA Legal, a Black-owned, virtual law firm empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. Zane helps self-funded entrepreneurs set a solid foundation for the future growth of their business and own their futures.

A decade ago when Zane was in law school, what stood out to him about the legal industry was the lack of professional legal solutions for everyday people. Recognizing this as an opportunity to do good by doing good, Zane has focused his legal practice on empowering everyday people to do extraordinary things.

What else should you know about Zane?

• He's a husband and a father

• He enjoys reading, running, and creating

• He always roots for the underdog

Check Zane out on social media:

• IG: @mza.legal

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mzaneesq/

• Youtube: @mzalegal

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