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BsquaredC Podcast: The Black Woman Corporate Career "Brownprint"

Nancy
Product Management
Microsoft
Hellofresh
Career Growth
Germany
Neurodivergence
Berlin, Germany
Mentorship
Black Girls Tech Summit
Community
Luminous Leaders
Networking
Career Transformation
New Orleans
Product Design
Immigration
Rest and Work-Life Balance
Kenya
Jourdan Clark
UX Design

Welcome to BsquaredC, a podcast amplifying the unique stories of Black women in the corporate world across various industries globally.The odds of thriving in the corporate world are stacked against Black women more than others. Tune into BsquaredC monthly, for authentic stories from our inspiring guests about how they are navigating their careers offering insights, strategies and invaluable caree... more

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Latest Episodes

In this special solo episode of the BsquaredC Podcast, I stepped in front of the mic to share my own career journey.

Originally from Zimbabwe, I have lived in four countries, transitioning from a hardcore science background to a successful corporat... more

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sadé Roachford, a Barbados-born professional who shares her powerful journey of self-discovery, career evolution, and navigating life as a neurodivergent Black woman.

From growing up in a high-stakes, com... more

In this empowering episode, we sit down with Gisela Wedina Maria, whose journey spans from the shores of Angola, through the suburbs of Paris, to the vibrant streets of Lisbon. Gisela shares her deeply personal story of navigating life in a "third cu... more

In this power-packed reflection episode, we are joined by digital product expert, coach, and "game changer" Chiedza Muguti to unpack the most compelling themes from recent conversations on the pod.

Amongst other things, together, we dive deep into ... more

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Recent Guests

Sadé Roachford
Neurodivergent professional in tech, former Klarna employee, later roles in telecom and data protection leadership
Technology / Financial Services
Episode: A Neurodivergent’s Guide to a Thriving Career with Sadé Roachford
Gisela Wedina Maria
Guest sharing her career journey and identity evolution
Uber (Business Coach) and UX/Product Design learner
Episode: Defining Your Path: Identity and Career Pivots with Gisela Wedina Maria
Chiedza Muguti
Digital product development professional specializing in product management; coach and advisor
Independent/Nezura
Episode: Strategies to Own Your Career Growth with Chiedza Muguti
Kimberly Fuqua
Director at Microsoft; founder of Luminous Leaders
Microsoft; Luminous Leaders
Episode: The Career Longevity Blueprint: Kimberly Fuqua on Relationships and Authentic Leadership
Jourdan Clark
Senior associate of talent marketing and employer brand, HelloFresh; early careers and internships
HelloFresh
Episode: Becoming the Blueprint: Jourdan Clark on Vision and Resilience as a First-Gen Black American
Elizabeth (Liz)
Liz, a designer turned product designer and director-in-training, relocated to Germany to work in Europe
Zalando (former) / Cooperative Bank of Kenya (former)
Episode: Kenya to Germany: How Elizabeth Manifested Her Dream Global Tech Career with Family
Yewande Oyebo
Product Manager, Berlin-based professional with a background in computer science, finance, and storytelling
Independent / Berlin-based tech community member
Episode: Design your Life: Yewande Oyebo on Intentional Growth and Self-Worth Beyond Your Career

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Nancy BsquaredC
Co-host and long-time host facilitating conversations with Black women in corporate careers.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • A must have on your podcast library

    Nancy I really love listening to your podcasts. This is truly a great platform to share the voices of black women in corporate and often the younger/mid career voices often overlooked. There are so many nuggets of wisdom and points of reflection you raise in each conversation as well as your follow up analysis. A great approach we should all implement to dig deeper into the topics as we figure out our own paths. Your vulnerability to share your journey through these podcasts with listeners also ... more

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    rujay8
    United States6 years ago
  • Love the storytelling and honesty!

    I love the storytelling and honesty of this podcast! And the host has a beautiful radio voice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #BelieveHer
    United States6 years ago

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Design your Life: Yewande Oyebo on Intentional Growth and Self-Worth Beyond Your Career
Q: What role did mentorship and networks play in your career growth?
Mentors, especially friends and family, helped me assess my strengths, push for opportunities, and provide accountability; networks like Black in Tech Berlin offered visibility and support that accelerated my progress.
Design your Life: Yewande Oyebo on Intentional Growth and Self-Worth Beyond Your Career
Q: What did you do to move from being a beginner to a product manager in Germany?
I did a skill audit, created a personal curriculum to close design and data gaps, quit a job to upskill, built a portfolio, documented my process, and pursued remote roles that eventually led to a German relocation.
Design your Life: Yewande Oyebo on Intentional Growth and Self-Worth Beyond Your Career
Q: How did you get to product management?
A sales role exposed me to customer feedback and market needs; a mentor suggested product management and gave me a task to research PM roles, which sparked a pivot and a dedicated self-education plan.
Defining Your Path: Identity and Career Pivots with Gisela Wedina Maria
Q: What role did community and identity play in your career journey?
Community, especially dance groups in Lisbon, provided joy and identity reinforcement, helping balance the stresses of corporate life while fueling creativity and personal growth.
Defining Your Path: Identity and Career Pivots with Gisela Wedina Maria
Q: How did you progress at Uber and what were the key enablers?
Clear communication with managers and mentorship were pivotal; she leveraged internal opportunities to upskill in UX-related areas and aligned projects to demonstrate value to the company.

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This show centers on Black women navigating corporate careers across tech, design, product, and beyond, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, resilience, and identity. Past conversations frequently explore career pivots, leadership development, sponsorship vs. mentorship, and building authentic networks to unlock opportunities. Guests often share actionable strategies—portfolio building, personal branding, internal referrals, and relationship-building—paired with personal stories of migration, first-generation experiences, and cultural identity shaping professional choices. The format tends to blend candid storytelling with practical guidance, making it valuable for listeners seeking relatable role models, career growth tactics, and a sense... more

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