WOC and Allies: Business and Career Realtalk

Struggling with what to do next in your work and life? Need a podcast with honest realtalk (the good + the bad) so you know you’re not alone? And want strategies to get out of your own way?Your host, Elaine Lou Cartas, a first-generation Filipino immigrant, is an award-winning Business and Executive Career Coach for women of color and allies. Elaine is like you - she’s been fired 3x, quit 2 jobs, changed careers 3x, and been in debt. Elaine’s success story? She’s always done what’s true to herself and wants you to know it’s possible too. She’s a former grassroots organizer, and nonprofit fundraiser.LA Weekly awarded Elaine as the #1 Thought Leader to follow, MSN recognized her as the Best Leadership & Executive Coach, and Apple News featured her as one of the top 5 business coaches to follow. Elaine also has 2 courses with LinkedIn.On the WOC and Allies: Business and Career Realtalk™ Podcast (formerly known as the Color Your Dreams podcast), Elaine reminds you that your definition of happiness in work and life can continuously evolve...

https://elainelou.com/podcast/

Eine durchschnittliche Folge dieses Podcasts dauert 38m. Bisher sind 89 Folge(n) erschienen. Jede Woche gibt es eine neue Folge dieses Podcasts.

Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 2 days 11 hours 9 minutes

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episode 68: 68: How To Rebound From A Tough Year


It's that time of year when everyone shares how great their life is…

  • Their vacations
  • Their increased wealth
  • Their VIP experiences with Beyonce and Taylor Swift, BLAH BLAH BLAH

It can be overwhelming and, let’s be real, annoying. *eye roll*

Because not everyone had a great year, which may include you, many people had a rough 2023.

Here are some actual #facts from this past year:

  1. Dr...


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 December 28, 2023  19m
 
 

episode 67: 67: 6 Ways For Business Survival In 2024 With Tiffany Neuman


Do you have an intuitive feeling and can tell by your bank account that things need to change in your business?

  • You notice that the same content you used to create isn’t resonating with your audience.
  • Everyone is talking about inflation.
  • Seeing other businesses not do well...


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 December 21, 2023  43m
 
 

episode 66: 66. 4 Steps To Reduce Financial Anxiety With Claudia Rucker


Money. How does that word make you feel? 

With inflation and the holiday season, it might bring up some fear and anxiety. Even when we’re in the giving spirit, we all know this is the time when our wallets take the biggest hit. 

But don’t worry! I've got someone here who can show you the way out of this financial frenzy...


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 December 14, 2023  33m
 
 

episode 65: 65: How To Plan For The New Year


Time flies! Is it me, or does 2000 still feel like five years ago!?

I still want to party like it’s 1999, which means listening to NSYNC’s albums all day while thinking of the most clever away messages for AIM.

My AIM screenname was SnowyLolyPops. What was yours lol? IYKYK lmao...


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 December 7, 2023  25m
 
 

episode 64: 64: How We Get Consistent Clients Without Launching with Monica Schrock


It's the holiday season and all the new products and ads are popping up left and right.

You know the ones! They’re designed to make us think we’ll never have this life-changing opportunity again.

And those Playstation and Nintendo “launches” were successful because Mario Kart 64 was EVERYTHING!

And now, small businesses launch using money and time to promote one thing. I used to be a launcher myself, promoting retreats and masterminds six times a year...


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 November 30, 2023  1h5m
 
 

episode 63: 63. How To Change Careers Successfully with Ava


Did you know before I turned 28, I’d been fired three times and quit two jobs? I’ve changed careers a few times, actually! Sometimes by choice and sometimes… not (lol).

Right after college, I worked in campaigns -- working as a grassroots organizer and fundraiser living in 6 different states: California, Iowa, Indiana, Montana, Massachusetts, and New Mexico.

I was on a weekly flight to big cities like DC, NYC, and Chicago...


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 November 16, 2023  36m
 
 

episode 62: 62. Beyond Small Talk: Networking as an Introvert with Monica Schrock


Are you tired of being glued to your phone or computer screen, especially during virtual meetings like Zoom? You're not alone. 

Many people, including companies, are realizing the negative effects of too much screen time. So, what does this mean for us now? There will be more in-person events, conferences, and networking.

Even if you’re ready to meet more people in person for your career or business, this can be a lot for introverts or those who struggle with networking...


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 November 9, 2023  45m
 
 

episode 61: 61. How I Became #1 On Google, and how you can too with Andres Aguero


I’m #1 on Google. Go search for yourself in the search bar with the following keywords:

  • WOC Business Coach
  • Women of Color Business Coach
  • Business Coach for WOC
  • Business Coach for Women of Color

Yep, I’m #1 on Google search after the ads.

I decided to delve into the world of Google SEO because I was burned out from creating content on social media every day. I just wanted to serve...


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 November 2, 2023  30m
 
 

episode 60: 60. Sleigh the Q4 burnout: Avoid the hustle, enjoy the holidays


Is it me? But where did summer go? The 1st month of the 4th quarter is practically done. And I’ve been hearing from all my clients and my own body -- WE ARE TIRED.

I’ll be honest: I am burned out in a good way cause SO MANY opportunities have been coming.

There are so many that it’s been NECESSARY to navigate saying NO and establishing boundaries for self-care (aka taking breaks from humans) lol...


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 October 26, 2023  22m
 
 

episode 59: 59. How To Keep Our Humanity In A World Of AI And Technology With John Gauntt


Is Terminator happening in real life right now? With AI becoming a part of our every day, it seems like it’s a machine vs. human world.

For example, remember the early days of social media? Now, social media is an integral part of life.

And AI is already part of our daily lives as we open up our phone, which uses face ID, or when we write an email or text, and AI suggests phrases or words to use...


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 October 19, 2023  44m