In this episode, host Jacqueline Twillie interviews Erica Franklin, a sales consultant and philanthropist, about her sales career and journey to becoming a global philanthropist. Erica shares her experience of breaking free from the myth of the strong Black woman and embracing a softer life. She also discusses the importance of trust, learning, and storytelling in sales and leadership. Erica offers advice for setting up a successful business, including investing in technology and resources. She emphasizes the value of knowing your worth and shares her journey of taking a sabbatical and transitioning into entrepreneurship. Erica concludes by expressing her gratitude and fulfillment in her current winning season.

Takeaways

• Sales can be a male-dominated industry, but underrepresented leaders must embrace their unique strengths and redefine gender roles in the workplace.
• Breaking free from the myth of the strong Black woman and embracing a softer life is essential for personal and professional growth.
• Trust, learning, and storytelling are fundamental values that enhance sales and leadership effectiveness.
• Investing in technology and resources and taking a strategic approach to business development can set entrepreneurs up for success.
• Knowing your worth and willingness to take risks is crucial for personal and professional growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:36 Theme: Imagine a Gender Equal World

04:11 Busting the Myth of the Strong Black Woman

05:56 Embracing a Soft Life

08:07 Supporting Others to Embrace a Soft Life

08:33 Setting Up for Success in Business

10:04Values that Inspire Daily Leadership

11:47 Journey to be a Global Philanthropist

13:44 Honing Values and Building Confidence

15:59 Recognizing a Winning Season

21:56 Understanding the Value You Bring

23:04 Boosting Confidence and Leadership

24:53 Recognizing a Winning Season

26:19 Connecting with Erica Franklin