Woosah

No, it's not just you, and you're not tripping! Let's be honest; the majority of the corporations we're working for weren't founded with us in mind. It is no secret how stressful, challenging, and difficult working in corporate America can be, especially for women of color. But guess what, Sis? You made it, and most of us had to fight really hard to get here. We've worked long hours, continued our education, moved across the country, and made countless sacrifices. Now, wouldn't it be nice to feel respected, valued, and equally compensated? Wouldn't it be nice to create more significant contributions toward our careers while navigating the corporate beatdown more effectively? Look no further; help is in your hand. But, first, let's take a deep breath and woosah. Woosah: A Survival Guide for Women of Color Working in Corporate is guaranteed to help you better navigate the workplace while keeping your confidence, cool, and peace of mind. Packed with down-to-earth commentary, unfiltered and relatable stories, exercises, and practical tools in it, Rahkal addresses essential topics such as discrimination, wage gaps, biases, toxic environments, self-worth, boundary setting, and community building. This humorous and energetic guide is for the woman who's ready to thrive. Rahkal C. D. Shelton is a dynamic speaker, certified professional life coach, author, and a self-proclaimed "Inspo Enthusiast" with a heart to empower and encourage millennial and Gen-Z women to dream bigger and rewrite their stories. Her uncanny ability to connect and support others is the foundation of her mission: serving, inspiring, and helping individuals confidently identify, own, and live out their God-given purpose. Rahkal is the author of Woosah: A Survival Guide for Women of Color Working In Corporate, Dreams Bigger Than Texas: A Story of Faith, Purpose, Perseverance, and Growth Into Womanhood, and Blackbird: The Story of a SistaMom. She has a Bachelor's degree in Radio, Television, and Film from Texas Southern University and a Master's degree in Media Communications and Training from Governors State University. With over a dozen years of corporate experience, Rahkal has worked for major companies, including CNN, Warner Media, iHeartMedia, and Fox Chicago News. Her expertise has been highlighted in Forbes, HuffPost, WGN, and Radio One. She and her husband, Dr. Joe L. Roberson, Jr., currently live in Atlanta, Georgia.