Episodes

S9: Ep 21 If you’re winging it with vague goals (or whatever your manager “cascaded” down), you’re driving your career with a blindfold on. Felicia breaks down what objectives really are, why they’re the engine of promotions and pay,

S9: E20 Episode Summary What if sounding “smart” at work isn’t about your IQ, but about learning a language that corporate never taught you? In this episode, Felicia sits down with leadership coach and host of The Art of Speaking Up podcast, Jessica Guzik, to unpack how Black women can show up with presence, clarity, and confidence in corporate spaces without losing authenticity. Jessica and Felicia break down the mindset shifts and tactical phrases that help you stop downplaying your brillian...

Season 9, Episode 19 | Trill MBA Show Host: Felicia Ann Rose Enuha Episode Summary Felicia breaks down the Competing Values Framework (CVF) so you can identify your company’s dominant culture and adjust your strategy to thrive—without compromising your integrity. You’ll learn how internal vs. external focus and stability vs. flexibility create four culture types (Create/Adhocracy, Collaborate/Clan, Control/Hierarchy, Compete/Market), what they sound like day-to-day, and practical ways to show u...

S9:18 In this client chronicles episode, Felicia unpacks a corporate case study that’s all too familiar: a smart, hardworking Black woman lands the job she thought would launch her career — only to discover she’s been strategically sidelined.

S9 Ep 17 Black manager, toxic culture, bogus feedback? In this episode, Felicia breaks down how to survive a hostile manager—especially when they look like you. Learn how to document workplace harassment, use HR policy to your advantage,

S9 Ep 16 In this throwback episode, Felicia shares the true story of Tara — an ambitious Black woman navigating a toxic boss, an insecure manager, and a messy workplace power structure. Through sharp strategy and smart relationship-building,

S9 Ep 15 In this episode, Felicia continues her conversation with author, activist, and Reiki Master Lisa Hurley, diving even deeper into the emotional work of rebuilding your identity after corporate burnout.

S9 Ep 14 This Ain’t It: Reclaiming Identity After Workplace Burnout with Lisa Hurley Pt. 1 Have you ever looked around at your job, your life, and thought, “This ain’t it”? In this deeply personal and energizing conversation, Felicia sits down with author, activist, and Reiki Master Lisa Hurley to talk about her new book, Space to Exhale — a guide to healing from the inside out after the grind of corporate life has worn you down. Lisa shares her own journey of identity loss, job trauma, and sp...

S9 Ep 13 In this episode, Felicia is joined by executive coach and corporate truth-teller Ronnie Dickerson Stewart to explore what happens when you do everything “right” in your career—and still end up feeling stuck, drained, and misaligned.

S9 Ep 12 In this episode, Felicia is joined by Heather Spilsbury, CEO of 50/50 Women on Boards, to break down the real deal behind corporate boards, and how you, yes YOU, can secure your rightful seat at the table.

S9 Ep11 In this episode, Felicia lays out your ultimate cheat code for strategically leveraging your rights under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Short-Term Disability (STD) to confidently take the break you deserve—without putting your job,

S9 Ep 10 In this highly anticipated conclusion to our powerful two-part replay, Raslyn C. Wooten continues her incredible journey of surviving and thriving despite facing repeated workplace sabotage at Target. If you thought Part 1 was intense, buckle up—Raslyn’s story only gets more compelling as she details exactly how she navigated the politics, bias, and systemic gaslighting that tried to derail her career. This episode is essential listening for anyone who’s ever had their excellence ques...

S9 Ep 9 In this powerful replay episode, Felicia brings back one of the most jaw-dropping career survival stories we’ve ever shared. Raslyn C. Wooten takes us through her incredible journey of surviving not one, not two, but three PIPs (Performance Improvement Plans) at Target. Yes, you read that right. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who has ever been gaslit at work, set up to fail, or made to feel “less than” despite their excellence. Raslyn’s story is a masterclass in resilien...

S9 Ep 8 In this episode, Felicia is joined by marketing executive and leadership strategist Breana Jones to break down one of the most misunderstood concepts in the workplace: power. Let’s be honest—corporate America wasn’t designed with Black women i...

S9 Ep7 In this episode, Felicia wraps up the 7 Rules of Power series with Rule #7 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Once You Gain Power, Whatever You Did to Get It Will Be Forgotten, Forgiven, or Both.

In this episode, Felicia breaks down Rule #6 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Use Your Power. Let’s be honest—many of us have been taught that power is dangerous or reserved for “those people at the top.

S9: E5 In this episode of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia breaks down Rule #5 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Network Relentlessly. Let’s keep it real: networking often feels transactional, awkward, or like something “extroverts do.

S9: E4 In this episode of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia dives into Rule #4 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Build a Strong Personal Brand. If you’re working hard but still being overlooked,

S9:E3 In this episode of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia breaks down Rule #3 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Appear Powerful If you’ve ever thought, “I should be judged by my work, not my presence,

S9: E2 In this episode of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia dives into Rule #2 from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Break the Rules (but do it strategically). If you’ve been working twice as hard, following all the rules,

S9 Ep 1 In this powerful kickoff to Season 9 of the Trill MBA Show, Felicia explores the first rule from Dr. Jeffrey Pfeffer’s book Seven Rules of Power: Get Out of Your Own Way.

S8: Ep 16 n this episode, Felicia explores a difficult but vital workplace challenge: defending yourself professionally without appearing defensive. Felicia shares real-life insights on how to defend yourself and handle these situations confidently and...

S8: Ep15 In this episode, Felicia reveals key strategies for mastering impactful communication at work, showing how EQ (emotional intelligence) can elevate your career and help you navigate challenging workplace dynamics.

S8 Ep 14 In this episode, Felicia helps you maximize your career success by sharing strategic advice to align your objectives with company priorities and effectively navigate company culture. Whether you’re seeking a promotion or trying to understand o...