Books 2 Bills Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Have you ever had trouble finding a therapist ... specifically a Black Therapist? If so, Soulace is the App for you! Soulace is a virtual therapy app for Black people, with Black therapists! Check out our latest Networking Spotlight and learn how Allyson Valley, a Black Therapist, is building an app #ForTheCulture
Thinking about starting a business? Or are you an aspiring artist? Either way, you don’t want to miss this! Check out our next Networking Spotlight and learn how Jola Studios came to be. Anjola, Owner & Artist, shares her journey to owning her business and using her art as a means of self care.
Warning: You may become inspired to follow your dreams...
Thinking about starting a business? Or just LOVE cakes and cookies? Either way you don’t want to miss this. Check out our first Networking Spotlight and learn how Creme de la Cookies & Cakes came to be. Karess, Owner & HBIC (head BAKER in charge), shares her secrets on how she’s uses her home bakery to prepare an array of sweets & treats for her customers.
Warning: Episode Recipe may contain the secret ingredient to jumpstart your success.
We tired of sitting at the house! Join Books2Bills Airlines as we go on a series of virtual vacations. Facts, Trivia, Black Excellence, Education, Entertainment, YouNameIt - it's in Oakland!
Tune in as Jasmine reflects on her transition to a new leadership role.
BlackLivesStillMatter #Reflection #womenwhopod #BlackPods #Books2BillsPocast #SelfCare
We tired of sitting at the house! Join Books2Bills Airlines as we go on a series of virtual vacations. Fact, Trivia, Black Excellence, Education, Entertainment, YouNameIt - it's in Memphis!
Tune in as Erika talks about the different ways we can fight the social unrest and oppression of Black People in America!
BlackLivesMatter #TransLivesMatter #BlackPods #Books2BillsPocast #SelfCare
We tired of sitting at the house! Join Books2Bills Airlines as we go on a series of virtual vacations. Fact, Trivia, Black Excellence, Education, Entertainment, YouNameIt - it’s in the Lou!
There is power in small conversations. Listen to Shaq's one on one to see how a conversation with a colleague started his quest for mindfulness.
Are you the prize?
Let's see! Tune in to this week's staff meeting as our staff discusses everything from post-COVID summer plans and hugs to black history and the department of education.
blackpods #B2B #imtheprize #newnormal #book2billspodcast #blackhistory #doe #education
This week’s #WFH location is the kitchen table. Elevate 👀 your mind with the staff as they take a peak into the future. From shopping, eating, to working, #YouNameIt - it’s on the agenda
Tune in this week for a check in with @Lady_E1991 as she shares tips on how to build and maintain relationships with friends and family. During these unprecedented times, it's important that we stay connected, and I hope these tips help to strengthen those connections.
We tired of talking about COVID-19 just like you are. …but we got a few more things to talk about before we switch the subject. Stop by the staff meeting this week to hear how the #B2B staff has adapted to these “unprecedented” and “uncertain” times. Our lives are different. YOUR life is different. It’s a Different World!
Having trouble socially distancing? Step in the office with Shaq as he shares 6 thoughts. Now - it's Shaq, so these 6 points are random AF!
With so much uncertainty in the world, our staff felt it was important to show our commitment to each and everyone of our colleagues. Be safe! Be Careful!
Tune in this week for a quick check in with @Lady_E1991 regarding working from home. She has some good tips to get the colleagues through this time aS the workforce adjusts to COVID-19.
Every now and then reflection is necessary. Step in to the office with Shaq to hear about his recent trip to celebrate his brother's 40th birthday!
Do you subscribe to a set of unwritten rules? Perhaps you agree or disagree with them, but that must be followed? well... #B2B does, and, per usual, they gon let you know about them. Tune in to the staff meeting to catch up and see if you have your own set of unwritten rules. ...and don't worry - there's more: Books, Flirting, Bills, & Netflix - You name it!
Tune in this week with E as shares her recent famly story. There's no more sitting at the kids' table.
Are you or a loved one currently searching for a job? Has the search been producing undesirable results? If so, this Staff meeting is for you. Please check with your doctor before listening as mild side effects include: laughing, singing, and tools for success. Colleagues should listen to this podcast if they would like tips to improve their professional online social presence, ways to avoid getting professionally scammed, or laughs about things that have NOTHING to do with LinkedIn!
What do you do when all the joy is gone? Jasmine shares tips on what to do when work gets boring
New Year, New Season! The staff is back together and well... nothing has changed! After attempting the staff meeting THREE TIMES, there's no telling what's about to ensue! Catch up with the staff members as they discuss Team Culture, Reading, New Books, and DM etiquette.
Are you buying gifts this holiday season? If so, you don't want to miss this staff meeting. The staff unpacks all the NOT-TO-DOs of gift giving. ...and since it's the last staff meeting of the year, staff members discussed their New Years Un-Resolutions!
Get up a oh dark thirty with Perfect Patty as she discuss methods to combat seasonal mood changes
Step in to the office with Shaq and discuss a few things: Who's right about caring less, giving thanks, and Black Friday.
Do you ever wonder about the weirdest things? Our staff does. Tune in this week as the staff debates some popular and not-so-popular topics. Listen and share your answers, because we need help settling a few things.
Tune in this week with E as she gives you some tips for handling medical bills without clearing your savings account or going to collections!
Out with the Petty, In with the money. With the absence of a petty moment, the Books2Bills staff got together to discuss Salary Negotiations and how they've politely asked their jobs to run them their money.
Tune in with Co-Host Jasmine as she updates you on life and gives you some advice on funds and when to leave your job!
To get you over the hump this week, we have a new staff meeting that requires your attendance! On #JesusPaidItAll we share some helpful info on #studentsloans. Additionally, @AskNurseJay has some books to add to your shelf and @Shaq_Lowe is up to his usual #shenanigans.
B2B #books2bills #podcast #blackpods #StudentLoans #JesusPaidItAll
Do you have a moment? If so, step into Shaq's office and catch up during his 1:1. It's quick, but Botham Jean, Integrity, and Self Care are on the agenda!
Tune in with Co-Host, E, as she give some advice about job searching. This is just the appetizer, so stay tuned for a full staff meeting soon!
It's back to school time, y'all! And the team is back together. Tune in as we take a trip down memory lane and discuss our favorite back-to-school memories. ...and there's a few new updates: graduations, new homes, 5K PRs - you name it. We missed y'all. Hopefully you missed us.
What do you do when you’ve done all you can? Every now and then, you get to the point when you have nothing else to say or do. Tune in as the staff discusses times when they’ve had to say “It’s above me now!” and keep it moving! The summer is in full effect, so you’re in for a nice update. And if you had to guess who’d be unprepared for the staff meeting, who would you say? 👀 You’ll be surprised.
Cute or Naw? That is the question! If you or a loved one has ever benefit socially from their physical appearance, please call 1-800-Books2Bills! Listen to this week's staff meeting as the staff discusses the validity of 'Cute Privilege.' Other topics of discussion: Ayesha Curry, #TravelingNurse, ...and the #BaeSearch may or may not be #BaeWatch.
Where are you making your investments? ...and we’re not talking about money. Tune in as the staff continues with the Inclusive Excellence Professional Development Series. This week’s topic – Investment in Whiteness. Don’t worry; prepare to be entertained as @AskNurseJay “validadates” her recent conference experience, Erika learns the lyrics to “Grateful?” and Shaq brings the Petty question! There may or may not be a guest appearance from a #B2B Faithful Colleague – “East Side Nicky.”
Have you ever taken a moment of reflection and realized how hard you have worked and how much you have accomplished? We did! Tune into this week’s staff meeting as the staff recalls their personal education journeys and share how it got them where they are. Did they lie to get accepted into college? 👀 Did their parents pay for their admission? 👀 Come find out! From the recent #CollegeAdmissionsScandal to the role Race & Power play in Higher Education - You name it, It’s on the agenda!
Every now and then you have to go ‘head, switch the style up (and if they hate then let them hate but watch the money pile up)! So that’s what we did. Tune in to this week’s staff meeting as the staff puts work aside and has an open discussion about the happenings of the world. #AskNurseJay updates on her readings, or lack thereof 👀. Erika joins from New York to update us on #WhatTheHellHappened. And Iyanla (read: Erika & Jasmine) comforts Shaq as he opens up about the #BaeSearch. …and there may or may not be a special treat waiting for somebody!
Good day Colleagues! A new staff meeting is ready for your ears! Tune into this week’s staff meeting for a good discussion on managing new responsibilities at work. Shaq may or may not have a #BAE update for you, but @AskNurseJay will have some good reads ready for your entertainment. As always, let us know what your think about the staff meeting!
Happy New Year, Colleagues!! It is so nice to be back in the swing of things and kicking off #SEASON2 of #B2B #podcast. On today’s meeting, we had to do the obligatory 😂 #2018 reflections. However, AskNurseJay is kicking off a #52WeekBookChallenge in the #NewYear that she wants y’all to join. #DieHardFan, Erika, raves about the upcoming #MillenniumTour and the Staff Favorite gives us the scoop on his #BaeSearch goals.
Good day Colleagues! #B2B has another staff meeting for the team. Tune in this week as @shaq_lowe poses some #QTNA, @erika checks in on #selfcare, and @AskNurseJay fills us in on her school journey.
Do you wake up every morning in agony because you have to go to the office? Do you sit in the parking lot for 20 mins before entering your dreadful workplace? #Books2Bills is back with a discussion on #burnout. How to deal with it, prevent it, and grow from it! #AskNurseJay turns the page on another good read and Erika leads a discussion on the conviction of #Cosby.
Are you a slacker, control freak, or something in between? Tune in this week as we share our TOP TEN TIPS for working on a team! Note...these are only suggestions - don't be mad if it doesn't work for you. #AskNurseJay is reading something new, and Shaq updates us on the #newjob and encourages everyone to #FinesseNotOppress. Between the Teamwork Tips and general shenanigans, you are sure to find something to take away. ...Stay tuned until the very end, because there is a surprise you don’t want to miss!
Do you feel like the office token? Does race place a key factor in your day-to-day work? We hope not... Tune in this week as the staff discusses the ever-so-popular topic of RACE IN THE WORK PLACE. There is no shortage of entertainment, as the team takes a trip down memory lane and provides a modern-day definition of a "scrub."
It’s never a right time to say goodbye! 😭 ...well two weeks is usually good enough when you need to notify your boss. Tune in this week as #Books2Bills discusses how to #LevelUp in your career. As usual, #AskNurseJay has some fresh new reads and Erika wants to know what #JusticeInAmerica really looks like.
Sure, you're a hard worker ...but do you play hard? or harder? - that's the question! Join the staff meeting to see how the team mixes work and pleasure while at conferences.
Have y'all missed us? We're backkkkk, but we put the books aside for this meeting. It's summer break, so tune in as we discuss scenes that we've seen on TV...and PLEASE listen until the end to catch #PerfectPatty in complete shambles. Staff Meeting was sponsored by @WilliamsHeadWear!
We know it happens, but are you guilty? Tune in as we discuss the ever-so-popular process of #CodeSwitching! That's not all though: #AskNurseJay gets us up-to-date on how to enroll and utilize health insurance, Shaq kicks off the summer with some refreshing beverages for us to try with his #DaiquiriOfTheDay, and Erika tells us #WhatInTheHellHappened with Beyonce and her #BillionaireBoo.
Are you ready for the summer? The #B2B staff is. Join us as we discuss #SummerGoals and #SummerNOs! Shaq updates us on his intensifying #BaeSearch, #AskNurseJay takes us to the kitchen with dieting advice, and Erika introduces us to her new segment: "What in the Hell Happened!"
Tune in this week as the Staff Members pick up where they left off from the last staff meeting. Things got a little twisted as Nurse Jay got substituted for Perfect Patty, Erika actually [started to] read a book & Shaq substituted the #BaeSearch for event planning. Somehow, "Books" were still a topic of discussion!
From College Degrees, to Kanye West & Bill Cosby, you name it - we covered it! This week's staff meeting is jam-packed and will have you on your toes. ...the only thing missing is Shaq's #BaeSearch, but the rest of the staff is holding him down 👀. Tune in for Part 1 of our 2 part series on "The Books!"
It's been a while since the last staff meeting. Tune in to hear about about travel etiquette, learn about "come-through" protocol, and get the latests #AskNurseJay advice!
This week's staff meeting was broadcasted live on Facebook and Instagram. Listen as we dive into some our budgeting and money-saving tips and interact with our listeners.
...We apologize in advance if the audio is a bit shaky!
A lot happened at this week's staff meeting; however "shaming" was not one of them. Tune in to hear what a typical work day consists of and find out how the staff stays motivated at work!
Do you struggle with calling in sick or taking time off from work? Shaq, Jasmine, and Erika share their experiences with taking time away from the office.
Tune in this week as we go deeper into #BlackPanther, check Shawn for yet another petty infraction, and learn of some new books we should check out.
Young professionals Jasmine, Erika, & Shaq invite you along their journeys through adulthood. Listen & laugh as they share stories, impart wisdom, and make jokes in the bi-weekly "staff meeting!"
This week's topic: Nosey Coworkers & Blocking Behavior