Corporate IT Girl: Rise, Shine, and Make ‘Em Remember You all Episodes with AI Transcript

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Welcome to The Corporate IT Girl, where we dive into the strategies, skills, and confidence you need to become the woman every corporate team can’t wait to hire, promote, and celebrate. Hosted by Fatima, an ICF-certified coach with over 23 years of corporate experience as a woman of color, this podcast is your go-to guide for owning your worth, setting bold goals, and breaking through the barriers that hold women back. From mastering self-advocacy to building a powerful network, each episode is packed with actionable insights and real stories to help you rise, shine, and make an unforgettable impact in any room you walk into. Ready to turn heads and transform your career? Let’s get started!

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Episode 3: Make Your Impact Known: How to Gather Testimonials and Positive Feedback

Show Notes for Episode 3: Gather Positive Feedback and Testimonials Welcome back to Corporate IT Girl: Rise, Shine, and Make ‘Em Remember You! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked tools for career growth: gathering positive feedback. Join me Fatje, a ICF-certified coach with over 23 years of corporate experience as a woman of color, as we explore how gathering feedback is more than just collecting compliments—it’s about building proof of your impact. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The Power of Feedback: Discover why every thank-you email and compliment isn’t “just nice words”—it’s evidence of your impact and a valuable addition to your professional toolkit. * Building Your Feedback Portfolio: Learn how to create a personalized “Feedback Portfolio” that showcases your strengths, achievements, and the trust you’ve earned from colleagues, clients, and managers. How to Ask for Feedback: Practical tips for seeking feedback naturally and professionally, so you can capture insights that highlight your unique value. * Seeing Patterns and Adding Context: We’ll explore how to find recurring themes in your feedback and connect them to specific impacts you’ve made. Story Segment: A Client’s Success with Her Feedback Portfolio Hear how one of my clients, Nadia, transformed her career by creating her own feedback portfolio. From struggling to articulate her value to confidently presenting her impact in a way that led to a promotion, Nadia’s journey shows the power of gathering and embracing feedback. Key Takeaways: Collect What You Already Have: Start with existing thank-you notes, positive messages, and emails from clients, teammates, and managers. Ask for Feedback Intentionally: Don’t hesitate to reach out for specific insights—most people are happy to share positive feedback when asked. Create Impact Statements: Add context to each piece of feedback by showing the specific impact you made, whether it’s saving time, improving efficiency, or enhancing team morale. Overcoming the Discomfort of Praise. Many of us feel uncomfortable with praise, but learning to accept it with grace is essential. Think of positive feedback as a reflection of your impact, not just a compliment, and use it to build your case for future roles and opportunities. Conclusion: Feedback is more than just feel-good words; it’s a powerful tool that highlights your contributions and helps you grow. Start building your feedback portfolio today and let it tell the story of your impact in a way that’s backed by evidence and celebrated by others. Don’t forget to download my free guide, 10 Steps to Master Your Yearly Review, to take charge in your career and shine in your next review. 

14:3114/11/2024

Episode 2: Reflect on Your Achievements and Track Your Wins

Episode 2: Reflect on Your Achievements and Track Your Wins Show Notes: Welcome back to The Corporate IT Girl! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the power of reflection and the importance of tracking your wins. If you’ve been moving through your career, head down, thinking, “My work will speak for itself,” this episode is for you. Reflecting on and documenting your achievements isn’t just about feeling good—it’s about strategically setting yourself up for success and making sure your contributions are recognized. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why Reflecting on Your Achievements Matters We often get caught up in “doing the work” and forget to take a step back. Discover how regular reflection helps you acknowledge your growth, builds your confidence, and prepares you for future opportunities. How to Start Tracking Your Wins From big wins to small victories, learn the best practices for building a personal “Achievement Tracker” that makes it easy to showcase your impact during reviews, interviews, or any moment where you need to shine. Turning Metrics into a Story It’s not just about listing accomplishments—it’s about framing them in a way that tells a powerful story of your contributions. We’ll discuss how to connect your wins to metrics and tangible outcomes that reflect your value. Overcoming the Habit of Downplaying Success As women, and especially as women of color, we’re often hesitant to celebrate our wins out loud. Discover why acknowledging and tracking your achievements is an essential step to self-advocacy and career growth. A Real-Life Story Listen to how one of our listeners transformed her review process by regularly tracking her wins and framing them strategically to align with her company’s goals. Action Steps for This Episode: Start Your Achievement Tracker: Begin documenting your wins, big and small, to build a powerful narrative for your career. Set a Weekly Reflection Practice: Take a few minutes at the end of each week to review what you’ve accomplished and jot down the highlights. Own Your Impact: Shift your mindset around sharing your wins—from “bragging” to “owning your contributions.” Key Takeaway: Your achievements are worth celebrating, and tracking them isn’t just a “nice-to-have” task—it’s a career-boosting strategy. Reflecting on your wins is how you turn your hard work into a compelling story of impact. Tune in Next Week as we continue building your toolkit for corporate success with Episode 3: Gather Positive Feedback and Testimonials. Let’s keep turning your career dreams into reality!

13:2907/11/2024

Episode 1: Why Self-Advocacy Isn’t Optional—It’s Essential

In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges in the corporate world: self-advocacy. As women—and especially as women of color—many of us have been taught to let our work “speak for itself.” But here’s the truth: if you’re not speaking up for your achievements, you’re leaving your potential on the table. Join me as we dive into why self-advocacy is a game-changer, not just for your career, but for the future of every woman who follows. You’ll walk away with the insights and strategies to confidently share your value and make sure your contributions get the recognition they deserve. Ready to own your impact? Let’s get started!

13:4229/10/2024