Kristi & Tanqueray On the Rocks
Join Kristi Straw and Tanqueray Edwards as they shake up the world of work—one cocktail and candid conversation at a time. On this podcast, we dive into the messy realities of corporate life that nobody talks about over office coffee. From the high stakes of boardroom battles to the day-to-day grind that tests our spirits, we're here to share it all!
Kristi, with her vibrant Unicorn Leader approach, and Tanqueray, the leader in creating value and realizing return on investment who knows her way around AI and value creation, are not your typical corporate fits. Each week, they’ll break down complex issues with simplicity and a splash of humor, ensuring even Grandma can follow along.
Whether you’ve felt like a misfit, been branded too bold, or just need a break from the corporate playbook, pull up a chair and pour yourself a drink. We’re here to toast to the thrills AND spills of being visionary mavens in a world that often prefers we’d just quietly conform.
Grab your cocktail and join us as we get real about work, life, and everything in between.
Kristi & Tanqueray On the Rocks
S2EP1: Discussing Trailblazer Burnout w/ Nakira Carter
In this episode:
Kristi & Tanqueray season two of Kristi and Tanqueray on the Rocks: The Trailblazers Toolkit kicks off with an engaging discussion on "Trailblazer Burnout," featuring guest Nakira Carter, a corporate real estate executive with over 25 years of experience. Nakira shared insights on navigating burnout as a woman of color in corporate America, highlighting the challenges of being a "first, only, and different" in leadership roles, and the emotional and psychological toll of tokenism and isolation.
Key Takeaways:
"When you lead with love, you challenge norms and invite others to rethink their leadership styles." - Nakira Carter
"If people don’t feel psychologically safe, you’re only getting a fraction of their potential." - Tanqueray Edwards
"We shine a light on what others are not, and that discomfort often leads to resistance rather than reflection." - Kristi Straw
Contact your hosts:
Kristi Straw - https://lighthouseleadershipconsultants.com
Tanqueray Edwards - https://www.tredwardsconsultancy.com/contact
Contact today's guest Nakira Carter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nakira-carter-pmp-leed-ap-b2ba381a/