Unlocking and Empowering Women of Color With Cynthia Pong
In this episode of Unlocked, Cynthia Pong discusses her journey from being a public defender to becoming a career coach focused on empowering women of color. She shares insights on the challenges of introversion in leadership, the importance of asking the right questions, and her mission to help women of color gain the respect and opportunities they deserve in the workplace. The discussion also touches on the concept of 'Don't Stay in Your Lane' and the need for leaders to support and amplify the voices of marginalized individuals. In this conversation, Cynthia Pong discusses the challenges faced by women of color in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of support, self-compassion, and strategic career planning. She introduces the C.A.R.E. framework, which includes compassion, curiosity, action-oriented approaches, and real-time experimentation as essential tools for personal and professional growth. The discussion also touches on the concept of the glass cliff, where women and people of color are often placed in precarious leadership positions, and the need for community support and career insurance to navigate workplace injustices. Website: www.embracechange.nyc