Discover the secrets to making an impact with featured guest Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe, a distinguished leader whose life work embodies the essence of transformative leadership and community engagement. As an interdisciplinary scholar and a beacon of change, Dr. Briscoe shares her invaluable insights on fostering a leadership mindset, balancing professional and personal life, and the power of understanding one's innate strengths. Join Host Natalie Benamou as she explores the layers of leadership through the lens of education, mentorship, and the relentless pursuit of empowerment for women and young girls with Dr. Briscoe.3 Leadership TakeawaysThe Leadership Mindset: Dr. Briscoe emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and recognizing one's value proposition. Empowering Young Women: Through her work with the Legacy Foundation for Girls, Dr. Briscoe is pioneering a movement that begins with young girls in fifth grade. The Role of Community and Mentorship in Leadership: This network is crucial for navigating challenges, seizing opportunities, and achieving success in leadership roles across various sectors.4 C-suite Insights1. Leaders surround themselves with other leaders: A common thread among the success stories of C-suite leaders was the presence of a diverse network of mentors, sponsors, and peers. Dr. Briscoe underscored the importance of having people from different backgrounds and with different expertise to provide support, advice, and opportunities for growth and advancement.2. Understand and leverage your personal strengths: C-suite leaders, through their journey, learn to identify, embrace, and leverage their innate talents and strengths, which played a pivotal role in navigating their paths to leadership positions.3. Discover how to balance work-life priorities: An interesting aspect discussed was the personal sacrifices and decisions regarding family life that many women in C-suite positions had to make. Dr. Briscoe highlighted the need for early and thoughtful planning around family life, including considering options like egg freezing for those who may want to delay starting a family due to career commitments.4. Mental Health and Well-being: Surprisingly, despite the high-stress levels associated with their roles, very few C-suite leaders were reported to seek therapy or professional mental health support. This finding led Dr. Briscoe to stress the importance of mental well-being and the need for a shift in perception about seeking help for mental health issues, especially within the African American community.Quotes from Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe1. "We are born with innate talents, abilities, and strengths. If we live our lives to really develop those rather than focusing on the things we can't do and our weaknesses, then we live a more fulfilled life."About Dr. Ronicka Harrison-Briscoe is a dynamic leader and interdisciplinary scholar, revered for her unwavering commitment to education and community transformation. With a career that spans nearly two decades, Dr. Briscoe's tireless dedication, expertise, and genuine passion have earned her a well-deserved reputation as a change-maker. Beyond her remarkable career in education, Dr. Briscoe is equally passionate about community transformation. Her commitment to change is exemplified through her extensive involvement in non-profit board service. Resources:Website URL: https://drronickabriscoe.com/Facebook - Ronicka Harrison Briscoe IG - @winningontheroadX - @winningondaroadLinkedInThis podcast is sponsored by HerCsuite® Private Company Hubs. Dr. Briscoe is a member of Your Whole Self, a private network hub inside HerCsuite® Membership platform and app.  Schedule a call and learn more.HerCsuite®HerCsuite® on LinkedInNatalie Benamou on LinkedIn