What happens when we lose control of our own stories? 👀

Black history is being erased, rewritten, and watered down. If we don’t act now… future generations may never know the truth. But storytelling has always been a form of resistance. Black storytellers have preserved our culture against all odds, from oral traditions to podcasts like Black Is America.

In this conversation, I’m joined by award-winning podcast producer Dominic Lawson to talk about:

🔥 The role of Black storytellers in preserving our history

🔥 How Black stories are erased

🔥 Why storytelling is more than entertainment it’s survival

🔥 How we can protect Black culture before it’s too late

This is a live episode of The Working While Black Show, your go to resource for Career Growth and Entrepreneurship. Produced by Boss Locks Media, a storytelling media company helping brands spark conversations and capture attention.

I spoke with the Emmy-Award winning host, Vanessa Tyler, to learn more about a new show she's hosting on the Black Information Network called Black Land. You can learn more about the podcast and listen to it here: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-black-land-podcast-146890324/

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Imagine never having uncertainty about your career again! That’s the mission of The Working While Black Show, to curate a collection of stories and insight from leaders who have gone from surviving to thriving in the workplace.

As I continue my reactivation campaign for Boss Locks and prep for the launch of The Working While Black Show, I decided to invite Chris Ward Jr, back to the studio to help me tell the story of what I've been up to behind the scenes.

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We're exploring Mateo Askaripour's novel "Black Buck"! a captivating story that brings readers into the world of a Black 'twenty-something' who went from taking orders at Starbucks to being a global leader in sales. But this is more than just a sales book review. It's a story of love, loss, triumph, betrayal, and Working While Black.

Our guest, Nya Peoples joins us for this review of Askaripour's novel and her own sales experience and how this book transformed her view of sales from grimy to grand. This episode speaks to overcoming toxic work environments and finding your true potential.

If you're an avid reader or want to support a non-profit dedicated to literary advocacy and empowerment, text "donate" to our official SMS chat for instructions on supporting AAMBC Inc, which I am now a board member of.

Plus, learn about our sponsors, MagicMind, the energy shot that keeps us sharp and focused - they're sponsoring today's episode, and we're thrilled about it! www.magicmind.com/boss

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CHAPTERS:

(04:02) - First Sales Experience Insights

(13:06) - Community in Sales Workplaces

(18:18) - Discussing Magic Mind Product

(21:04) - The Founding 50

(24:10) - Nya Analyzes 'Black Buck' Novel

(29:53) - Life-Changing Sales Moments

(31:48) - Tactics for Overcoming Sales Objections

(33:45) - The Emotional Side of Sales

(36:59) - Embracing Rejection in Sales

(39:01) - Addressing Spoilers in 'Black Buck'

(41:33) - Exploring Nepotism in Sales Careers

(43:54) - Balancing Responsibility and Accountability

(49:05) - Origin of 'Buck's' Name in 'Black Buck'

(53:24) - Career Growth Cheat Codes Discussion

(55:24) - Networking with Guest Nya

Do local elections even matter?

I'm sharing the story of how Black citizens in Ohio helped to turn Ohio into a Pro Cannabis & Pro Abortion State.

With me is longtime content creator and behind-the-scenes podcast producer, CL Palmer. He helps me understand a little more about why local elections matter, how cop city almost made it on the ballot and his journey from podcast producer to a political commentator. Follow CL aka Ceezy PodGang on Instagram.

If you want to try Magic Mind, visit magicmind.com/boss or use code BOSS20 at check out.

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What is freedom, How do we celebrate it, and Who Owns Juneteenth?

In 2021, President Joe Biden signed a bill passed by Congress to set aside Juneteenth as a federal holiday. While the Black community has celebrated this day for decades, America is being introduced to this holiday for the first time and its getting mixed reactions.

Some ignore it, some don't quite understand it, and others want to own a piece of it. In today's episode, Chris Ward Jr joins the show to share how we can leverage content and storytelling to ensure that Juneteenth continues to be owned by the Black community.

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What does it take to change the world? To convince someone that their actions are racist, or to have an impact on society when you're just one person?

In this episode, I’m joined by Skorpyen November, a member of the Working While Black community.

As we talk about the moment we decided to use our voice to do something after George Floyd was murdered. Originally recorded on Fanbase.

Show Notes: www.bosslocksmedia.com/podcast-feed/change-the-world-skorpyen-november

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What does it mean to fall off and why do we rush to ridicule someone for not performing the way we expect them to?

In this episode, I'm joined by "Handsome Guy named Will" as we explore new growth and react to a message from Dave Anderson about DMX passing. Originally recorded on Fanbase

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