The Black Woman in the Corner Office

The Science of Peace: How Faith, Gratitude, and Psychological Safety Led One Black Woman from Burnout in America to Freedom in Rwanda

Send us a textIn this powerful episode of The Black Woman in the Corner Office, Dr. Ebony Stone sits down with Valencia Dantzler, affectionately known as The Gratitude Grandmaster, to talk about what it really means to choose peace—on your own terms.From losing her mother at a young age to nearly giving up on life altogether, Valencia shares how a single act of gratitude interrupted her pain cycle and reprogrammed her mind for joy. Today, she’s an elite neuro-encoding specialist, international speaker, and the visionary behind Ease Over Exhaustion Academy, where she helps high-achieving women and mission-driven entrepreneurs trade hustle for harmony and freedom for fatigue.But this episode goes deeper than mindset. After the 2024 U.S. presidential election left her questioning her place in America, Valencia made a bold decision: to relocate to Kigali, Rwanda—and find healing, leadership, and safety in a place that celebrates her, not just tolerates her.Together, Ebony and Valencia unpack:How gratitude can literally rewire the brainThe power of interrupting toxic mental patternsWhy inner peace is not a luxury—it’s survivalWhat it takes to walk away from what’s familiar to find what’s freeingHow Rwanda has redefined what “safety” and “leadership” look likeAnd why psychological safety matters as much as physical safety for Black women leadersThis is more than a conversation—it’s a masterclass in self-liberation.🔑 Key TakeawaysYou can rewire your life. Gratitude interrupts pain loops and opens the door to healing.The mind craves familiarity—even when it hurts. True change requires disrupting the pattern.Psychological safety is success. You can’t lead or love from a place of fear.You are not a tree. You can move, pivot, and plant yourself where you’re celebrated.God is not confined by borders. He’s wherever peace is waiting for you.Learn more about Dr. Ebony Stone at https://www.drebonystone.comDr. Stone’s debut memoire – The Power of the Pause - Available at https://www.drebonystone.com/shopBWCO Merchandise - https://bwcomerch.myshopify.com/Learn more about Valencia and get the Ease of Exhaustion Bundle - https://links.valdantzler.com

From Hustle to Rest: Why High-Performing Women Need to Sit Down Somewhere — with Shalece Daniels

Send us a textIn this episode of The Black Woman in the Corner Office, I sit down with the powerhouse herself — Shalece Daniels. As CEO of Live As If, Shalece is redefining productivity through wellness. She co-founded Flow AI, the delegation-streamlining system that saves your time and your sanity. And because rest is a love language too — she also leads couple retreats that help partners reconnect so they can flourish inside and outside the boardroom.Sis is basically teaching us how to succeed without sacrificing our souls.  We first met at 1 Million Cups, where I quickly realized she’s not just talking about rest — she’s mastered the exit strategy from hustle culture.Before she could legally toast with champagne, Shalece was already investing in real estate and stacking assets like generational wealth was due on Friday. But after building her empire… she hit burnout. Hard.So she did the unthinkable in a world that worships exhaustion:✨ She chose REST. ✨🎧 Tune in for a masterclass in success without self-sacrifice — because we are not out here building legacies while our health is paying the price.Press play. Take notes. Then go lay down. We dive deep into:How she scaled out of day-to-day grind modeThe mindset shifts that let her lead from a 30,000-foot viewWhy delegation is not a luxury — it's a leadership necessityAnd how Flow AI is changing the delegation game for entrepreneursAnd listen — when she breaks down how ignoring your needs eventually blows everything up? Yeah… she came for all of us.If you are a woman who has ever felt guilty for resting, this episode is your permission slip.💡 Key TakeawaysWealth loves speed — start building early and oftenHustle without restoration is a shortcut to burnout and bitternessDelegation isn’t a weakness — it’s how you protect your brillianceThe 14-Day Rest Reset is more than self-care — it’s strategyYour leadership thrives when your life is well-managed tooResources:Learn more about Dr. Ebony Stone at https://www.drebonystone.comDr. Stone’s debut memoire – The Power of the Pause - Available at https://www.drebonystone.com/shopBWCO Merchandise - https://bwcomerch.myshopify.com/Learn more about Shalece Daniels - Live As If

Marked to Magnify: Owning Your Truth, Purpose, and Power

Send us a textIn this week's episode, we meet Dr. Marcea - a physician turned transformational coach, author, and speaker. Dr. Marcea Whitaker is an award-winning international keynote speaker, physician, master destiny life coach, author, and radio personality. As CEO of In Full Bloom Health and Life Coaching, she empowers professional women to break free from their personal prisons and achieve their destinies.  She is the founder of Girl Boss Life Academy and Life Coaching for Business Builders, two transformational platforms that equip female entrepreneurs to harness the power of their story, redefine their mindset, build authentic platforms, and chart a clear path to life & business success.This is a no holds barred episode.  In this powerful conversation, Dr. Marcea Whitaker shares her journey from being born with a facial birthmark, through leaving a painful marriage to a narcissistic partner, to arriving at a pivotal question in her 50s: “Who Are You?” She opens up about how that question shifted everything, and how she came to believe in her infinite capacity — once actions, choices, and alignment followed. Though she is herself a life coach, she also speaks candidly about hiring a coach to guide her through transitions and self-discovery. Toward the end, she offers insight into her current mission, coaching programs, speaking work, and her vision for the years ahead.What You’ll Learn:How early life experiences and physical difference (her birthmark) shaped Marcea’s identity and sense of self.The emotional and spiritual process of leaving a narcissistic marriage.What it means to truly ask “Who am I?” — and let someone hear you for the first time.How to move from surviving to thriving by aligning actions with purpose.Why even coaches need coaches — the power of external support in transformation.Resources:Dr. Stone’s debut memoire – The Power of the Pause - Available at https://www.drebonystone.com/shop Learn more about Dr. Ebony Stone at https://www.drebonystone.comBWCO Merchandise - https://bwcomerch.myshopify.com/Learn more about Dr. Marcea Whittaker - https://drmarcea.com

From the Bedside to the Boardroom: Dr. Nutrena Tate on Nursing, Leadership & Legacy

Send us a textYou are in for a treat. In this episode of The Black Woman in the Corner Office, I’m chopping it up with the powerhouse herself — Dr. Nutrena Tate. This woman’s résumé? Longer than CVS receipts. She’s a nurse practitioner, professor, researcher, leader, and entrepreneur — and yes, she does it all with style.We go way beyond “nursing at the bedside” and dive into what it really looks like to build a career, a business, and a legacy while keeping your sanity intact. From being the majority kid in Detroit to facing racism head-on at the University of Michigan, Dr. Tate didn’t just bounce back — she bounced forward.We talk:Building your personal board of directors (because you need more than just hype-women, you need wise-women).Why self-confidence is cute, but asking for help is essential.How to care for your soul, not just your title.What it looks like to stop standing in your own way.And yes, that unforgettable bra-off moment every woman knows. 🙌🏾This episode is about resilience, soul care, and the audacity to say: I’m gonna make space for me and leave the door wide open for the women coming behind me.So grab your coffee, your tea, or your glass of wine (no judgment here), and let’s talk about leveling up, leaning into legacy, and laughing at life along the way.🔗 ResourcesEbony Stone Enterprises – Dr. Stones consulting business for leadership, speaking, and The Power of the Pause.Brand Nu Enterprises– Dr. Tate’s consulting business for leadership, speaking, and shaking tables.

Faith + Finances = Favor | Lisa Stringer Bailey on Building Wealth That Lasts

Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this episode of The Black Woman in the Corner Office, I sit down with Lisa Stringer Bailey, a woman who has lived both sides of the financial coin. From the military to the conference room to entrepreneurship, Lisa gets real about the turning points that shifted her from simply working in finance to walking in her purpose as a financial educator and advocate.We talk about what it looks like when you know the rules of money—but you’re not living them. Lisa shares her personal wake-up call, how she turned pain into purpose, and why she believes financial literacy is more than numbers—it’s legacy, discipline, and favor.This conversation will push you to face your finances, rethink your money habits, and start conversations at your own kitchen table about generational wealth.Key Takeaways:💡 Financial education isn’t optional—it’s empowerment, especially for underserved communities.🛠️ Personal pain, like losing a loved one without insurance, can be not only emotionally devastating, but financially devastating.🎯 Lisa’s “FOCUS Framework” (Face, Organize, Communicate, Understand, Succeed) offers a roadmap for managing money.🙌 Faith + Finances = Favor. Bringing spirituality into money management changes the game.🗣️ It’s time to normalize money conversations with our families and build legacies that last.Resources :📲Connect with Dr. Ebony on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/drebonystone) 📲Connect with Lisa on Facebook at Lisa Stringer Bailey and Triple M Money Management Matters🌐 Visit Dr. Ebony's website: www.drebonystone.com  🌐 Visit Lisa's website: www.favorinyourfinances.com 📚Explore Ebony's book: The Power of the Pause 📚Explore Lisa's books: Finding Favor With Your Finances, The Money Planner, The Favor Factor🎧 Tap play and be inspired to bring discipline, faith, and focus into your money journey.