The Black Woman in the Corner Office
The Black Woman in the Corner Office
Podcast Description
Dr. Ebony Stone is your host for The Black Woman in the Corner Office podcast. This podcast explores the journeys of black women in the workforce. Whether you are in the corporate world, academic world, non-profit world, entrepreneurial world or any other work space, this podcast is for you. Some episodes will be quick hit advice episodes to help you lean into opportunities in the moment, while others will be in depth interviews with industry professionals providing tactical solutions to obstacles that we face daily. Join the conversation.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast centers on themes such as personal empowerment, resilience, community support, and positivity, with episodes including discussions on the transformative impact of collaboration among Black women and the significance of a positive mindset, exemplified by guest insights from industry leaders like Adrienne Reynolds and Melissa Rivers.
The Black Woman in the Corner Office is more than a podcast — it’s a revolution in real time.
Hosted by leadership strategist Dr. Ebony Stone, this space was created for high-achieving Black women who are tired of surviving the workplace and ready to thrive on their own terms.
Whether you’re burned out from code-switching, exhausted from leading without support, or questioning your next move in corporate America — this is your place to pause, process, and power up.
Each episode delivers raw conversations, career strategy, and soul-level truth from women who’ve climbed the ladder, burned it down, or built their own.
If you’re ready to disrupt the status quo, redefine success, and reclaim your joy at work — pull up a seat. You’re not just welcome here. You belong here.
In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, Dr. Ebony Stone sits down with Olympian, advocate, and entrepreneur Zara Northover to discuss what it really takes to pursue big dreams, stand firm in your purpose, and advocate for yourself—even when the odds feel stacked against you.
From representing Jamaica in the 2008 Beijing Olympics to navigating corporate challenges, Zara shares an unfiltered look at perseverance, faith, identity, and courage.
This conversation explores what it means to believe in your calling, push beyond limitations, and use your voice—even when systems fail.
Whether you are navigating corporate spaces, pursuing a dream, or simply trying to stay encouraged in challenging seasons, this episode will remind you that your journey has purpose.
💡 The Power of Declaring Your Vision – What it means to advocate for yourself—even when others doubt you
🧠 Life After the Olympics – Building a purpose-driven brand: Moving in Faith
⚖️ Navigating Corporate Leadership as a Black Woman – Why self-advocacy is critical in environments that resist change
💬 Key Takeaways from This Episode
- Speak your goals boldly—even before you feel “ready”
- Advocacy is often uncomfortable, but necessary
- Documentation protects your voice
- Community is essential when navigating difficult systems
- Faith and perseverance can carry you through unexpected challenges
- Your journey may be bigger than your original dream
🔗 Connect with Zara Northover
Zara is the Founder & CEO of Moving in Faith, a global empowerment brand focused on encouraging others to move boldly toward purpose. Follow Zara for continued inspiration and updates on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn
Don't forget to like and subscribe so that you can get more content just like this!
Black Girl Vitamins Her Balance Vaginal Probiotic Gummy – Try it today for 20% off your first order using code ”DrEbony”.
Grab your copy of The Power of the Pause today!
Show you are a part of The Corner Office Collective by sporting BWCO apparel, no available.
To learn more about Dr. Ebony Stone, visit www.drebonystone.com
If you enjoyed what you heard, there is much more on my website and you can catch more episodes here and on the Black Woman in the Corner Office YouTube channel.
Wanna rock BWCO mech, find it here – BWCO Merchandise
Looking to read The Power of the Pause, order your copy here – Dr. Ebony Stone – My Book
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.