“It is exhausting being a woman! It is... exhausting to live up to these expectations that's pushed by the media, that's pushed on TV. Women being amazingly badass, but yet they're still perfect at home.” ~ Meera Hardin Meera Hardin provides a candid and insightful exploration of the intricate expectations placed on modern women.  Much like the legendary Super Woman, today's woman is often expected to excel in multiple domains: to be the quintessential mom, a loving partner, and a...

“The five year survival rate for breast cancer is 90 percent if you have early detection.” ~ Meera Hardin In this episode, Meera Hardin stresses the importance of proactive health measures, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness month. She highlights the need for consistent prioritization of well-being and the critical role of advocating for your health, particularly for BIPOC women facing healthcare disparities.  Early detection, through regular self-examinations, can be life-saving,...

“Goals are goals. You don't have to be perfect at them,  but you have to keep striving to have that balance.” ~ Meera Hardin In this insightful episode of Brown Girl Trending, Meera Hardin invites us into her world where she skillfully navigates the complexities of being a busy mom, entrepreneur, and boss lady.   Meera’s wisdom and practical advice will inspire you to take control of your work-life balance, leverage technology to your advantage, and prioritize what truly matters.  Tune...

“Failure and rejection are part of the game.” ~ Meera Hardin “Gratitude is everything. Nothing in life matters if you aren’t grateful for it.” ~ Meera Hardin Creating your dream life is much easier than you think…but your dreams don’t work unless you do! Meera Hardin shares her LUCKY 13 tips to build your dream life and get the dream. Your dreams are not societal or your timeline.  Meera shares her journey of discovering her passion and empowering women in the corporate world. Meera...

“I'm telling you, if you are negative, you can turn it into a positive.” ~ Meera Hardin Meera Hardin dives deep into the world of self-confidence. Have you ever looked at someone and wondered how they exude such unwavering self-assurance?  Little secret – confidence isn't something you're born with; it's something you can nurture and develop over time.  In this episode, Meera will be your guide exploring practical tips, exercises, and affirmations to help you bolster your self-esteem....

“I learned early on, if I adapted and I was flexible, I can thrive.” ~ Meera Hardin Join me, Meera Hardin, as I take you on a remarkable journey from a humble shack in Trinidad to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, New York. My story is one of unwavering resilience and relentless hustle, and I hope it inspires you to overcome any challenge life throws your way. Episode Highlights: 🌟 Follow Meera’s journey from humble, silent survival beginnings in Trinidad to a thriving, outspoken,...

In this empowering episode of our podcast, 'Money Mindset: Scarcity vs. Abundance', we are joined by Leonor Herrera, a Money Mindset Coach who specializes in working with women entrepreneurs. An engineer-turned-business-owner, Leonor successfully built her multi six-figure nanny agency, AP Nannies, from the ground up. Today, she uses her unique blend of practical business acumen and mindset mastery to help women entrepreneurs thrive. Leonor sheds light on the scarcity and abundance mindsets,...

In this episode of Brown Girl Trending, Meera Hardin and guest co-host, Ria Balram, delve into the art of brand building and explore strategies for establishing a powerful presence both in-person and online. Join us as we unlock the secrets to creating an authentic and compelling brand that resonates with your audience and drives your professional success. We share insights on the importance of a strong brand for your business and how it can shape perceptions, open doors to opportunities,...

In this episode, Meera Hardin along with guest host, Ria Balram, Esq. will dive right in to what self-care means, the unique challenges faced by women of color and how these can impact mental and physical health. Join us as we unpack the concept of self-care and discuss practical strategies for prioritizing wellness in a world that often demands so much. Host: @MeeraHardin (FB, IG, TT,...

In today's episode, we delve into the topic of accents in the workplace and how they impact perception. Accents can be a double-edged sword, with potential discrimination and communication barriers on one hand, and positive contributions to diversity and cultural understanding on the other. We explore the complexities of this issue and discuss ways to create a more inclusive environment. Main Points: Accent-based discrimination: People with accents often face unfair discrimination due to...

Join us in this empowering episode of Brown Girl Trending as we delve into the vital link between women's confidence and workplace achievement with Lauren Young Durbin of Tyche Career Coaching. Confidence plays a pivotal role in shaping a woman's professional journey, influencing her success, and propelling her career forward. In this episode, we explore the common limiting beliefs that career women often face, how they relate to confidence, and their impact on overall workplace...

I know what it’s like to do the most and get paid the least. I’ve been there and accepted it...but then I got fed up. I eventually worked up the courage to ask for a raise and expected my hard work would’ve been recognized … after all, everyone knew I did way more than I was supposed to.  It didn't go the way I planned. It took over a year of asking for a raise before I eventually moved on from that job and I didn’t even negotiate the new one! After I learned how much I was taken advantage...

In this episode with  @meerahardin  & guest Susana Alba, conversation centers around Leadership and the 4 different personality types that should be identified for managers to be successful.  We also talk about the salary discrepancy that face the BIPOC community and address some of the main points of why it's harder for a woman of color to ask for a raise. We also address the lack of support from women who are already seated at the table and the lack of paying it forward as a...

Having a baby shouldn't mean life or death but that's what women of color are faced with. Our guest talks about the fear that comes along with being pregnant due to the staggering statistics of survival during the birthing process in the U.S. Layo George is founder of Wolomi, a pregnancy app that serves as a companion specifically designed to provide support and guidance for women of color throughout their journey before and after having a baby. Watch or listen to this informative episode as...

Brown Girl trending talks to The Curve Experience about race and body image in relation to cultural events and workplace dynamics.  This episode explores the systemic issues that create an unequal playing field for people of color in terms of self-esteem, representation, and acceptance. We will discuss societal pressures that manifest online, from Instagram filters to racial microaggressions. Join us as we unpack this important topic and empower individuals to reclaim their narrative! Women...

Boss Babes of South Africa - online platform, motivational quotes for women, skill sharing We can always find excuses for why things aren’t ‘going the way they’re supposed to do We have to take action and chase our dreams and make it happen - its’ all on you Women are hard on themselves because they’re chasing their idea of perfection Women should support each other instead of tearing each other down Women are conditioned that there can only be one woman leader or one on top Idea...

In today's society, women are paid less than men for doing a lot more than their job description. They're also expected to do more work at home, and are considered "aggressive" if they ask for a better work life balance. This video explores why women deserve to be paid more and have a better work life balance.   Women work hard and expect people to notice and remember it when it comes time for compensation Women tend to have more responsibilities without extra compensation Women tend to...

Perfect Mom Perfect Wife Perfect Friend Perfect Career Leader Perfect Business Owner Perfect Side-Hustle Societal pressure to be perfect with all the things we do is overwhelming! Women tend to put the pressure on themselves. Do men feel this way? How can we be all the things and not perfect?

Meet Danita Becker - a product leader who is passionate about using technology to solve real problems for real people. With a background in web development and 18 years of experience in the creation and management of digital solutions, Danita has developed and launched digital products in environments ranging from small businesses to non-profits to venture backed tech startups. Born and raised in Syracuse, NY, Danita now lives in the Caribbean island of Barbados where she is working with a...

Meet Shanae Brown - Career Success Coach and the Founder of No Cream in this Coffee. Her passion is to uplift the Black community and she is doing this by changing the narrative and re-imagining the experiences for people of color. Shanae is a first-generation corporate professional in her family and has worked in the HR sector in various industries including music, technology and finance and noticed the glaring similarities of barriers and challenges that Black women face in the workplace....

Success requires persistence, consistency, and hope despite obstacles associated with being from an immigrant family. Today's guest, Nel Peralta side hustles as a Business Mindset Coach, Graduate Student in Philosophy, and is a 3X Cancer Survivor. As the only child of immigrants from Oaxaca, Mexico, he’s been driven to succeed and prove that his parents sacrifice has been worth it.   Tenacity, consistency and hope despite obstacles keeps first generation and immigrants going forward ...

Best Tips for Starting a New Job If you’re new to the workforce or starting a new job, this is the episode for you. It’s important to start off on the right foot and as a person of color, you’re already walking in with stereotypes placed on you and there’s nothing you can do to change that. I’ll go into my best tips and give examples so that you can put your best foot forward. First 3 months of the job are important to prove yourself Research the company before your first day on a deeper...

My guest today is David K. who has over 12 years of media sales experience and has worked at large fortune 500 companies as well as small, family owned companies. Today he has found his place somewhere in the middle but along the way he’s learned that salary expectation based on a the size and reputation of the company does not always match up to what you think it should be. We’ll go into how he dealt with a low salary and has moved on. Salary Gap still exists and we’ve accepted it You...

What does it mean to be a Brown Boss? Growing up in an immigrant family, Ria Balram of Balram Law Group talks about the main reason she started her business and her catalyst for change. In this episode, Meera and Ria dives right into the “immigrant mentality” and the varying measures of success. Listen in as they discuss things like: Catalyst for change Other people advancing but you…Why not me? Does environment matter? Immigrant mentality vs other American families Conversation...

Who is the host and why should I listen to her? Meera Hardin's bio, purpose and goal as host of Brown Girl Trending.