How Does She Do It? | Practical Insight & Honest Perspective on Being Grown

This week’s minisode is about impact that clarity and consistency can have on confidence in who you are, and the growth you are working toward.  Listen, review, and share!  Take The Listener Survey! I want to know more about you and some of the things you are facing in your career growth and personal development so I can create episodes and content on those topics.  Please complete this short survey (it will take less than 5 minutes!) –  http://bit.ly/tiffsouthsurvey.  Thank you in advance! Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]

The last year of my life has been one of the best and hardest in terms of personal growth.  I’ll be 32 in a few days (or have already turned 32 depending on when you listen to this), so I wanted to share a few on reflections on intention, self-love, relationships, and life, and  5 questions we can use to figure out how well opportunities, experiences, and decisions align with our goals, values, and intention for our lives.  Take The Listener Survey! I want to know more about you and some of the things you are facing in your career growth and personal development so I can create episodes and content on those topics.  Please complete this short survey (it will take less than 5 minutes!) –  http://bit.ly/tiffsouthsurvey.  Thank you in advance! Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Mentioned In This Episode * S-Town * Food Heaven Made Easy * My Interview on Paychecks and Balances * Tiffany Dufu’s book, Drop The Ball Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]

Sometimes you have to quiet the noise of social media and the goals other people have for you before you can clearly hear your own.  In this minisode, I share 3 ways to get back to the basics of what you care you care about and are working towards.  Take The Listener Survey! I want to know more about you and some of the things you are facing in your career growth and personal development so I can create episodes and content on those topics.  Please complete this short survey (it will take less than 5 minutes!) –  http://bit.ly/tiffsouthsurvey.  Thank you in advance! Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]

As much as we value mentors for our professional goals, I believe we should seek mentoring and advice for our #relationshipgoals, too.  That’s one of the reasons I wanted to sit down with Shekhinah Bass and Renee Cowan – two women who regularly make amazing moves in their demanding careers, are married, and mothers to 3.5 children between the two of them.  There are so many great gems in this conversation.  Here are a few things we discuss: * Evolving as a woman in different seasons of your life * How your priorities shift when you get married, and again when you add children into the mix * What it means to have it all, even if you can’t have it all at the same time * Being intentional about what matters to you and the relationship you have with your partner Take The Listener Survey! I want to know more about you and some of the things you are facing in your career growth and personal development so I can create episodes and content on those topics.  Please complete this short survey (it will take less than 5 minutes!) –  http://bit.ly/tiffsouthsurvey.  Thank you in advance! Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]

In this minisode, you will learn 3 ways to incorporate accountability into your journey toward achieving your goals in any area of your life. Take The Listener Survey! I want to know more about you and some of the things you are facing in your career growth and personal development so I can create episodes and content on those topics.  Please complete this short survey (it will take less than 5 minutes!) –  http://bit.ly/tiffsouthsurvey.  Thank you in advance! Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]  

In this episode, I share 4 ways you can appreciate your value, and also increase your sense of worth as you try to adult more authentically and fully. Take The Listener Survey! I want to know more about you and some of the things you are facing in your career growth and personal development so I can create episodes and content on those topics.  Please complete this short survey (it will take less than 5 minutes!) –  http://bit.ly/tiffsouthsurvey.  Thank you in advance! Mentioned in this episode: * Michelle Obama is Natural * What It Takes Podcast – their interviews with Maya Angelou and Justice Sonia Sotomayor Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]

In this episode, I have my very first guest on the show.  Kalisa Martin, co-founder of the The Runaway Jamaica and The Runaway Experience (along with Jeff Belizaire) joined me from Cuba (!!) to talk a bit about her journey from Cornell to corporate branding to literally running away to start a unique travel experience.  We learned about how she does it: from prioritizing self-care to owning your transferable skills when you are considering a career move.  Listen and share! Mentioned in this episode: * I Am Not Your Negro * The Runaway Experience – Instagram and Website * Food Heaven Made Easy – Website and Podcast Connect With Me On Social * The Show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/howdoes_shedoit * The Show on Instagram: https://instagram.com/howdoes_shedoit * My Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffsouth * My Instagram: https://instagram.com/tiffsouth Share a Clip Using Clammr! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://www.example.com/your_audio_file.mp3″]

2017 is marching on, and so should your pursuit of your vision and goals.  In this episode, I walk through 6 ways to keep your actions aligned with your vision: * V – Value(s) * I – Invest * S – Sacrifice * I – Intention * O – Opportunity * N – Nuture Mentioned in This Episode * Melissa McCarthy’s skit on SNL * Google’s Doodle on black sculptor Edmonia Lewis Let’s Connect! Follow me on Instagram (@tiffsouth), twitter (@tiffsouth), and the show’s page on twitter (@howdoes_shedoit), and instagram (@howdoes_shedoit)and like the Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review!

2017 is off to some kind of start.  Instead of going with “new year, new me,” I wanted to think about the idea of renewing our attitudes, goals, and visions for this year. In this episode, I share a few things to think about as you approach the end of January and find yourself pulling away from your resolutions, or are just looking for some motivation to keep going in times like these when the Obamas leave the White House and chaos moves in. Mentioned in This Episode * Hidden Figures * Gizmodo Article on Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein (literally an astrophysicist) * Vice President Joe Biden’s acceptance speech via NPR * First Lady Michelle Obama on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon Let’s Connect! If you have a question you would like answered on the show, a topic suggestion, or feedback, please send an email to tiffany@howdoesshedoitpodcast.com, or leave a voicemail by clicking that pretty green tab on the right.  You can follow me on Instagram, the show on twitter @howdoes_shedoit, and like the Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review!

Although the holidays and the weeks approaching the new year can bring lots of joy and good times, the season can create some anxiety and debt, too.  Between work, wrapping up (or just starting) gift shopping, and trying to keep track of regular life stuff, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all that needs to get done. In this episode, I share 5 ways to overcome feeling overwhelmed, no matter the cause. Mentioned in This Episode * Video of Dad’s sharing affirmations with their daughters  * Getting Things Done by David Allen * Fervent by Priscilla Shirer Let’s Connect! If you have a question you would like answered on the show, a topic suggestion, or feedback, please send an email to tiffany@howdoesshedoitpodcast.com, or leave a voicemail by clicking that pretty green tab on the right.  You can follow me on Instagram, the show on twitter @howdoes_shedoit, and like the Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review!

There is not much to say, except that Donald Trump was elected as the 45th President of the United States of America. I am confused, but I am trying to find hope here.  Trying.

This episode is Part 1 of a 3-part series on productivity and time management.  This week, I share 5 practical things you can do – starting tomorrow – to start waking up early during the week to do what you want to do for yourself. Adulting is pretty much about managing different priorities, goals, relationships, and responsibilities.  For me, managing all the expectations and goals I’ve set starts with growing my faith and waking up early.  I have read books and articles, and listened to way too many interviews with people I consider successful and high achieving.  Waking up early to do things that matter is a common habit mentioned in the research, and from the personal stories of many successful people, regardless of their field, notoriety, or profession. As we get older, our personal and professional ambitions get more fancy and complex, and intersect in ways we don’t realize – for better or worse.  Since our days are still capped at 24 hours, it is increasingly important to have habits, practices, and systems in place that will support the likelihood of us achieving that goals we have set.  Because time is one of our most valuable and limited resources, I wanted to spend a few episodes on productivity and time management. Mentioned in this episode: * 13TH, the Netflix Documentary directed by Ava DuVernay * Laura Vanderkam’s audio book “What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast“ Let’s Connect! If you have a question you would like answered on the show, a topic suggestion, or feedback, please send an email to tiffany@howdoesshedoitpodcast.com, or leave a voicemail by clicking that pretty green tab on the right.  You can follow the show on twitter @howdoes_shedoit, and like the Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review!

Tweet using the hashtag #HowDoesSheDoIt as you listen to show! If you have insight you want to share or want me to share on the show, please send an email to tiffany@howdoesshedoitpodcast.com, or leave a voice message by clicking that pretty green tab on the right on the website.  You can follow me on Twitter or Instagram @tiffsouth) or the show account on Twitter @howdoes_shedoit, and like the How Does She Do It Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review! [audio-clammr mp3=”http://media.blubrry.com/howdoesshedoitpodcast/content.blubrry.com/howdoesshedoitpodcast/30_030__Waiting_For_The_Right_Time_Other_Adulting_Lessons.mp3″] In This Episode… #HowDoesSheDoesIt turned 1 and we made it episode 30!  Thank you for being part of the ride thus far.  I hope you’ll keep listening (and sharing…and leaving reviews). There are life lessons in everything. As I thought about the last year and where the show started to where it is now, I wanted to share 4 lessons on adulting I learned on my way to the 30th episode.  Listen to hear me share my thoughts on each one. * Getting ready is the enemy of progress. * Proper preparation is key. * Learn to adapt and keep it moving. * Remember why you started.

Tweet using the hashtag #HowDoesShedoIt as you listen to show! If you have insight you want to share or want me to share on the show, please send an email to tiffany@howdoesshedoitpodcast.com, or leave a voice message by clicking that pretty green tab on the right on the website.  You can follow me on Twitter or Instagram (@tiffsouth) or the show account on Twitter @howdoes_shedoit, and like the How Does She Do It Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review! In This Episode… Nate Parker is an actor and filmmaker who was accused and acquitted of rape charges in 1999.  The allegations resurfaced in August, months before Parker’s film, The Birth of a Nation, is set to hit theaters.  Parker’s initial interviews with Variety and Deadline sparked many conversations, to say the least. As a survivor, black woman, social worker, and attorney, this story brings up the complexity and intersectionality of our stories and experiences, and how those experiences impact the way we see the world.  Check out this episode, and the following links: * Nate Parker’s Initial Interviews with Variety and Deadline * Ebony Magazine’s Interview with Nate Parker * Roxane Gay’s New York Times Op Ed * Gabrielle Union’s LA Times Op Ed * Goldie Taylor’s Daily Beast Article Join the Email List! Click here to join the email list and get exclusive content and show announcements!

Back in October of 2015, I had the honor of delivering a TEDx talk at TEDxVillanovaU.  I talked about the experience a bit in Episode 2 before I gave my talk, but I wanted to give more information on how I was invited and selected to be a TEDx speaker, how I prepared for my talk, and how you might be able to participate in a TEDx event – as a speaker or as a guest. Here are three keys to preparing and giving a TEDx talk: * Believe you have an idea worth spreading. * Seek the opportunity, or at least be ready for it when it comes. * Prepare like nobody’s business.   Just My Thoughts The Olympics dominated the news for the month of August.  Ryan Lochte lied about being robbed and tried to be slick by flying back the states and dying his hair.  The USA brought home 121 medals, but women, and black women particularly, showed out! Women like Simone Biles, Michelle Carter, Simone Manuel, Dalilah Muhammed, Gabby Douglas, Allison Felix, Ibtijah Muhammed, and many olders made true history in Brazil. #Blackgirlmagic is real. Mentioned In This Episode * Look for TEDx events near you * General information about applying and organizing a TEDX event * The 10 most popular TEDx (two of my favorites are on the list) * Frank Ocean dropped an album. Two, actually. After 4 years. * And so did Maxwell!  How I missed this last month is beyond me. * Join the Email List! Click here to join the email list and get exclusive content and show announcements! Let’s Connect! If you have a question you would like answered on the show, a topic suggestion, or feedback, please send an email to tiffany@howdoesshedoitpodcast.com, or leave a voicemail by clicking that pretty green tab on the right.  You can follow me and the show on twitter, and like the How Does She Do It? Facebook page. If you are enjoying the show so far, don’t forget to leave a rating and write a review!