In our debut episode of Season 2 of the Pursuit Playbook, Aprileen welcomes Ezzy Ndujiuba and Tabria Lenard, two trailblazing professionals who have leveraged their MBA education to navigate and excel in fashion and luxury industries. They reflect on their career aspirations, the financial and personal investments required for an MBA, and the pivotal role of networking and personal branding. The discussion touches on multicultural workplace experiences, the impact of significant events in 2020 on their professional lives, and the importance of building supportive networks for Black women in the corporate world. Both guests share valuable insights and advice on making strategic career moves, finding joy in one’s career, and tackling the challenges in the fashion retail industry. 5 Key Lessons from this episode: 1. The Value of Introspection: The MBA journey, even if you don't complete it, offers opportunities for introspection in both career and personal development. 2. The Power of Networking: Broadening your social and professional network can open doors that were previously unimaginable. Diversify your connections beyond your usual circle. 3. Strategic Career Moves: Embrace change and be strategic in your career choices. Reflect and reorient yourself to ensure you are aligned with your goals and values. 4. Personal Branding: Build your personal brand around your unique experiences and perspectives. Utilise this to navigate your career path and stand out in your industry. 5. Support Systems: The significance of having a supportive network cannot be overstated. Intentionally build and rely on a village of companions in your career journey, especially as black women in the corporate world. Get to know our Playmakers:  - Connect with Tabria Lenard:   - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabrialenard/) - Connect with Ezinne "Ezzy" Ndujiuba:   - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ezzyndu/) Click the subscribe button to find us next week, as we delve into the world of influencer talent management with a focus on quality and consistency. Don't miss out on actionable advice and insider perspectives only on the Pursuit Playbook! Join the community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.meetpursuit.com and sign up to our substack at https://pursuitplaybook.substack.com Don’t forget to follow us on IG at @meetpursuit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/meetpursuit/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This is an AiAi Studios Production, recorded by Aprileen Alexander in March 2024. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @aiai.studios // Website: www.aiaistudios.com