February 2020 – Shamis2020.com

Natoshia’s Journey Towards Mental Wellbeing & Connecting with Grace

February 24, 2020 by Shamis in Campaign

I interviewed my friend Natoshia. She talks about her challenge with mental wellbeing – how she wants to “show up” each day – and how her commitment to herself impacts how she models leadership for students. Natoshia works at an institution of higher education in leadership development.

Overcoming the “Angry Black Woman” Trope

February 18, 2020 by Shamis in Campaign

While in corporate America, I spent more time than I can count thinking about how I can authentically express myself and be heard without coming across as “too angry”. What is the “right” amount of passion and commitment I can convey when I am advocating for myself and others while remaining likable? How do I come across as powerful and intelligent without being labeled as intimidating? Bottom line: exhausting.

Clay’s Journey Towards Physical & Emotional Wellbeing

February 6, 2020 by Shamis in Campaign

Clay talks about his challenge with physical wellbeing and how his commitment to his health impacts him as a leader. He works at a Silicon Valley-based Fortune 500 software company.

Testimonials

It was therapeutic. It felt nice to have an honest discussion in the company of other black women.

Finance Professional

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The message was inspiring, and the techniques Shamis provided were simple to implement, yet powerful.

Project Manager

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It was great to…really think about what I want to be doing in this moment and…articulate that.

Month: February 2020

Natoshia’s Journey Towards Mental Wellbeing & Connecting with Grace

Overcoming the “Angry Black Woman” Trope

Clay’s Journey Towards Physical & Emotional Wellbeing