The Defining Moments: Lessons in Leading from a Veteran HR Manager

Knowing Your Worth: Rising Through Bias and Reaching Success

In the episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly speaks with Christabel, a forensic accountant whose journey is defined by resilience and purpose.   From discovering forensic accounting as a teenager to pursuing it relentlessly over nine years, she shares the reality of rejection, persistence, and delayed success. Christabel opens up about navigating identity, bias, and lack of representation as a Black woman in the corporate world.   Now in her dream role, she’s passionate about increasing awareness and diversity in the corporate world.  A powerful story of knowing your worth, staying the course, and breaking barriers for those who follow.

Breaking Barriers and Lifting Others: A Story of Power and Purpose

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Avanti Pursell shares her journey from inspired student to resilient professional, navigating identity, bias, and belonging. She opens up about the hidden challenges of adapting her voice, name, and self to succeed.  From motherhood struggles to career pivots, she reveals the raw reality behind professional success. Now a leader, she’s passionate about mentoring others and creating inclusive pathways.  A powerful story of courage, growth, and lifting others as you rise.

Stop Waiting For Permission: How To Take a Calculated Risk on Your Own Career

In this episode of Stories by Career Sistas, Beverly speaks with Dr. Veline L'esperance, a UK Based GP, clinician-scientist, and health economist.   For every woman questioning whether she’s “ready yet,” this conversation is your reminder to take the chance anyway. We talk about owning your value, building meaningful connections, and navigating professional spaces with confidence and purpose.

Crossing Cultures, Creating Success

In this episode of Stories by Career Sisters, Beverly speaks with Heather Krog, a goal attainment coach, educator, and basketball coach with a global career.   Heather shares her journey from New York to Copenhagen, shaped by curiosity, growth, and life across cultures. She reflects on studying abroad as a turning point that transformed her sense of identity, belonging, and freedom.   The conversation explores building a career and businesses abroad, and redefining success through change and experimentation. A powerful discussion on agency, resilience, and using imagination to move from feeling stuck to seeing new possibilities.

Choosing Work with Intention: What are your three I’s?

From her immigrant roots to executive leadership, Abeth reflects on how identity shapes resilience, grit, and a sense of purpose. She introduces her “Three I’s” framework: interest, inspiration, and impact, as a guide to choosing meaningful work, while exploring the vital role of sponsorship, mentorship, and the people who open doors along the way.   In this conversation, we unpack why feedback, failure, and psychological safety are essential to strong leadership, and share practical advice on career growth, self-awareness, and leading with trust in a fast-changing world.