Definition of Success in Life with Simone E. Morris

An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color

In this 2020 Re-Release episode, CEO & Founder Simone E. Morris, initially believed that excelling at her job would lead to rewards and promotions, but she later realized that networking and building relationships were crucial factors in advancing her career and highlights the distinction between having a mentor and having a sponsor. While a mentor helps with skill development, a sponsor is someone who advocates for you and champions your career behind closed doors. She emphasizes the need for both a mentor and a sponsor to succeed in your career.

This episode covers:

[00:03:15] Women of color leveraging opportunities.

[00:10:34] Your voice matters.

[00:21:09] Give yourself grace.

[00:15:38] Legacy and future generations.

Read the full blog post: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/

Do you want more out of life? Are you ready to live boldly in pursuit of your dreams?

Today’s episode sponsor is Deneen L. Garrett LLC. Deneen, Founder & CEO, is a Passionate, Innovative, Executioner (P.I.E.) who elevates the voices of women of color and empowers them to Live a Dream Lifestyle™ through podcasting, speaking and coaching.

Deneen is a Women’s Motivational Speaker, the Creator & Host of the Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation (formerly An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color) Podcast, which she launched in 2020 and a Dream Lifestyle Coach.

Deneen specializes in helping women of color who want more out of life live boldly to create a dream life.

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Listen to these episodes next:

• Holding Space - https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/holding-space-1/
• Empowering Leaders: Women of Color as Chaos Coordinators - https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/empowering-leaders-chaos-coordinators/
• [The Importance of Self-Love in Achieving Your Dreams] - https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/self-love-achieving-dreams/

Resources Mentioned

• The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table
• Toastmasters

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