S14E11: PART 1: How to Stand Out in a Job Interview (and Create a Killer Cover Letter and Resume)

Hey lady! What does feminism mean to you? Do you find it to be a framework for empowerment or a dirty word that you try to avoid? Well, this week’s episode is rich with information about why feminism affects us all and how understanding its roots is central to creating a path forward, collectively, to a brighter future, one where Black women can thrive! Dr. Jenn M. Jackson, activist, and author of Black Women Taught Us, joins Dr. Dom and Terri to break feminism down for the audience and offer her unique take on why feminism is necessary for Black women’s survival in an unstable world. Jenn dives into what feminism is, how it’s always been around, and why it is impactful in creating sustainability and liberation for Black women, partnered, single, or otherwise. Lady, it’s clear that we all need each other. Tune into this week’s episode to gain more clarity about the importance of feminism in today’s times.

Quote of the Day: "One of the most important lessons I learned from reading Toni Morrison is that there is no level of bending or acquiescing to whiteness that will ever overcome white supremacy and anti-Blackness. Our performance of "goodness" won't ever earn inclusion or respect."
– Dr. Jenn M. Jackson

Where to find Dr. Jenn M. Jackson:
Website: Dr. Jenn M. Jackson
Facebook: Dr. Jenn M. Jackson
Instagram: @jennmjacksonphd
X: @DrJennMJacksonPhD
TikTok: @jennmjacksonphd
Patreon: Dr. Jenn M. Jackson

Get a 25% discount on The Gohddess Program with the code CULTIVATE at www.gohddess.com.

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Hey lady! Black History Month may be officially over, but we celebrate the richness of our history every day, which is why this week’s episode is extra special. Jayme Lawson and Weruche Opia, stars of the Disney/Hulu series GENIUS: MLK/X, join Terri and Dr. Dom for a beautiful conversation about the wonder and depth of the Black experience. The two powerhouses share their testimonies of endurance and perseverance to position themselves to portray the extraordinary legacies of Dr. Betty X Shabazz and Coretta Scott King on the small screen. Both women are civil rights luminaries in their own right and spouses to civil rights icons Dr. Martin Luther King and Malcolm X. The ladies dive deep into their research and process for fleshing out these roles and bringing fresh light and perspective to the incredible stories of the women. Lady, if you’re looking for inspiration on how to lead a full life of integrity and purpose tune in for this awesome episode!

Quote of the Day:
"Sometimes, I am also identified as a civil rights leader or a human rights activist. I would also like to be thought of as a complex, three-dimensional, flesh-and-blood human being with a rich storehouse of experiences, much like everyone else, yet unique in my own way, much like everyone else.”
– Coretta Scott King

Where to find Weruche Opia:
Instagram: @werucheopia

Where to find Jayme Lawson:
Instagram: @jaymelawson

Get a 25% discount on The Gohddess Program with the code CULTIVATE at www.gohddess.com.

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Lady! If you are ready to make bold, decisive actions towards achieving your wildest dreams then this episode is for you! Guryan Tighe, a fear technician and founder of Fourage, sits with Dr. Dom and Terri and offers a solid game plan on how to let fear activate you into forward movement. Guryan is no stranger to the podcast and this time she’s coming back with the heat.

The ladies dive deep and start asking the questions that help you get to the core root of where any fear you may be facing stems from. Lady, you might want to head to the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop and grab a journal because this conversation is a great starting place for you to endeavor a deeper conversation with yourself. Becoming your most badass self involves a measure of courage that may be greater than you currently have so tap in and gain some tools to help you cultivate the reservoir of strength, bravery, and guts that will help you leap into your next level.

Quote of the Day:
"Fear is telling you where to apply courage."
– Guryan Tighe

Where to find Guryan Tighe:
Website: Fourage LinkedIn:
Guryan Tighe

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Hey lady! Are you ready for a big dose of motivation? This week, Jeff Nelson, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Blavity, joins Dr. Dom and Terri for some real talk about the inspiration and motivation that drives him to pour back into his community by creating avenues for us to see ourselves in spaces we may not always do so. Jeff drops gems on how to navigate the difficult landscape of being a Black entrepreneur while keeping his creative fire stoked. Tune in and find out how this man on the move honors his passions as he continues to make his big dreams happen!

Quote of the Day:
"My mind is an infinite canvas framed by logic and reason. I’m both an ENGINEER who uses technology to make complex things simple and an ARTIST who makes simple things remarkable with nuance and texture."
– Jeff Nelson

Where to find Jeff Nelson:
Website: Jeff Nelson
IG: @thatjeffnelson
LinkedIn: Jeff Nelson
X: @thatjeffnelson

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Hey lady! Are you ready for some motivation for every aspect of your life? If you are, this episode is for you! Felisha Sweat is the founder of Empowered Projects and People, a business operations consulting service, and co-founder of Secure the Bag, a trading company she founded with her husband. She dishes all things boss babe life with Terri and Dr. Dom this week and drops gems as she shares pieces of her journey. Queen Fe keeps it all the way real about how trusting her journey, no matter how many twists and turns happened along the way, led her to big results and a rewarding life. Tap in and get a dose of Fe’s authentic energy and let her story help fuel you as you chase your dreams. Secure the bag with style, sis!

Quote of the Day:
"If you want your partner to make a move on something, position them to feel like they are MISSING AN OPPORTUNITY, NOT taking a RISK…"
– Felisha Sweat

Where to find Felisha Sweat:
Website: Felisha Sweat
IG: @fit4thegoodlife
Threads: @fit4thegoodlife

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Calling all of the book lovers! Lady, we have a hot one for you this week. Avery Cunningham, author of The Mayor of Maxwell Street, stops by Cultivating H.E.R. Space to discuss her debut novel and her process of writing a thrilling story about love, loss, and success. Terri and Dr. Dom sit down with Avery for an insightful conversation about how she crafted an enthralling story set in the 1920s. Avery dives deep into her research for the book and why immersing yourself in the world of your characters and providing context for the beautiful world you’re building for them helps you as an author. She also shares tips on how you can improve your skills as a writer – hint, Avatar: The Last Airbender has some gems for you aspiring wordsmiths – and why a strong support network can take you far in life. So, tap into Avery’s beautiful energy in this episode and find your next weekend read!

Quote of the Day:
"A part of me is still a little girl staring up at her mother’s collection of books, dreaming of the day when my story could sit on that shelf."
– Avery Cunningham

Where to find Avery Cunningham:
Website: Avery Cunningham
Book: The Mayor of Maxwell Street
TikTok: @averywritesbigbooks
IG: @averywritesbigbooks
Facebook: Avery Cunningham
X: @AA_Cunningham
Pinterest: Avery Cunningham

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Lady! Have you found yourself yearning for deeper more intimate relationships in your life? Or, are you in a fulfilling relationship and finding something is missing? Is that something…you? This week Terri and Dr. Dom sit and discuss all the small and subtle ways we can begin to lose ourselves in our relationships, both romantic and platonic, and how you can find your way back to a sustainable relationship with the most important person in your world – you!

Intimate partner relationships and close friendships add necessary dimension to life but sometimes they can turn into less-than-ideal situations due to enmeshment, co-dependency, and loss of identity. The good news is there are ways to find a sense of sovereignty in your togetherness. The dynamic hosts list out ways you can still maintain your independence while growing deeply with the people you care about. Remember lady, 2024 is about reaching new heights so tune in to learn how you can navigate your relationships more skillfully!

Quote of the Day:
“When you get so caught up in someone else that you stop being able to recognize yourself, it’s time to take a step back and reevaluate your priorities.”
– Author Unknown

Head to factormeals.com/herspace50 and use code herspace50 to get 50% off. That’s code herspace50 at factormeals.com/herspace50 to get 50% off!

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Hey lady! If you’ve been tuning in the past couple of weeks you know that Dr. Dom and Terri are gearing up for a stellar 2024 and they hope you join them along the journey. In episode 1 of this season, they had a loving and real conversation about why it’s important to break free of the opinions of other people and offered tips on how to do it with grace. Episode 2 gave you the antidote to all of the people-pleasing ways you’ve accumulated over the years – self-compassion, one of the greatest tools in your arsenal.

Well, lady strap in because this week Jasmine P. Green joins Terri and Dr. Dom to give you the roadmap to the greatest tool to help you unlock your potential and achieve your dreams. Jasmine is a friend of the show and the creator of the Inner Millionaire app, a transformational platform designed to support the bold, ambitious woman who is ready to develop unwavering confidence in themselves. Jasmine offers the audience a grounded perspective on how to develop real, lasting, unshakable confidence. Her point of view comes from taking the lessons she’s experienced and turning them into gems to share with our community. Lady, break free from the shackles of low confidence and get ready to leap into your future with all of the tools you need!

Quote of the Day:
"If you aren’t a full body yes to your expansion, you will remain exactly where you are."
– Jasmine P. Green

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Lady, last week Dr. Dom and Terri set the stage for a powerful, productive, and prosperous 2024. But, they only had one hour and didn’t cover one of the most important keys of how you get there – self-compassion. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom dive deep into the nuances of one of the most impactful tools you can carry in your arsenal. Self-compassion is an opportunity to give yourself grace for the lessons you’ve learned and the wisdom to forgive yourself for doing your best with the information you had at the time. They discuss scenarios that help you identify when you’re being self-compassionate and self-pitying. One helps you move forward to a place of accountability, giving you the power to make informed decisions about the changes you want to make in your life. The other can, if left unchecked, keep you in a loop or leave you stuck. Curl up with your favorite mug of tea (psst! Check the Cultivating H.E.R. Space shop for an amazing latte mug and pillow for lounging), turn us on, and get ready for a heap of soul nourishment as you journey towards healing!

Quote of the Day:
"What we say to ourselves matters and Where focus goes, energy flows."
– Unknown

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com

Lady! Welcome to 2024. This week Terri and Dr. Dom are coming in hot because in 2024 we don’t have time to waste playing small. Has people pleasing plagued you throughout your life? If so, this episode is for you. Dr. Dom and Terri break down all of the ways that breaking away from people pleasing by learning to tune into your true self-perception and self-concept will grant you freedom and allow you to reclaim your power. Don’t feel bad if you’ve found yourself in situations where your need for external validation has left you with cringe-inducing results. We’ve all been there. Fill yourself up with some self-compassion and allow yourself to heal those old wounds so you can welcome the newness awaiting you. You’ve got this!

Quote of the Day:
“Remember no one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt

Register here for the Vibrate Higher Empowerment Workshop!
Wisdom Wednesdays with Terri
Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary

Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC

Where to find us:
Twitter: @HERspacepodcast
Instagram: @herspacepodcast
Facebook: @herspacepodcast
Website: cultivatingherspace.com