S1 E1: Working your what’s next while working your what’s now

Show Notes:

In this episode of the Black Corporate Life podcast, host James Frison conducts a candid discussion with Lynne Stokes, founder of Stokes Unlimited. Lynne shares her journey from a technical background, to marketing roles in renowned companies like PepsiCo, and to her current endeavor of assisting mid-life professionals in pursuing their dreams while managing their current careers.

This pursuit is described as ‘working on your what’s next while working on your what’s now.’ Lynne offers advice on balancing professional aspirations with life’s responsibilities, the importance of investing time toward individual interests, and harnessing personal experiences to share one’s unique story. She places particular emphasis on seeking coaching or mentorship when in a period of transition or seeking clarity about one’s personal path.

Timestamp:

00:01 Introduction to the Black Corporate Life Podcast

00:29 Balancing Your Day Job and Pursuing Your Dreams

00:39 Guest Introduction: Lynne Stokes

01:41 Lynne Stokes’ Career Journey

04:04 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

04:19 The Great Resignation and Revelation

07:08 The Importance of Having Other Outlets

07:51 Working Your ‘What’s Next’ While Working Your ‘What’s Now’

09:39 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

11:56 Building Your Personal Brand

18:50 Overcoming the Struggle of Being Stuck

21:41 Contact Information and Final Thoughts

Don’t become so busy with life that you forget to tell your own story

Lynne Stokes

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