Grieving at Work and the Pressure to Be Okay: Faith, Loss, and Life in Tech

This Wasn’t in the Plan (But It Might Be Purpose)

Welcome to Episode 0 of The Esther Speaks™Podcast — the soft launch. This episode wasn’t in the plan. But neither was grief, burnout, or rebuilding in silence. The Esther Speaks™ Podcast is hosted by a Black British Nigerian Business Analyst and voiceover artist sharing real-life experiences from the world of tech, career pivots, personal growth, and faith. In this unscripted intro, discover the story behind the podcast- and why now is the time to speak. Whether you’re navigating life in tech, an aspiring Business Analyst, or juggling loss while showing up to work -this one’s for you. We’re talking real-life grief, corporate exhaustion, voiceover dreams, and why showing up when no one’s watching is the hardest flex of all. Expect insight, honesty, and gist — no fluff, no fancy filters. Keywords: business analyst, black women in tech, grief and career, burnout, digital transformation, voiceover artist, self-growth, career advice for women, tech podcast, real talk, navigating adulthood For more tools, insights, and stories: visit estherspeaksofficial.com [https://estherspeaksofficial.com/] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Grieving at Work and the Pressure to Be Okay: Faith, Loss, and Life in Tech

Ever shown up to work while grieving someone you love- Quietly holding it together in meetings, still answering emails, still showing up? This episode of The Esther Speaks™ Podcast is a soft but steady reflection on what it means to survive grief in high-performance spaces. Especially in tech. Especially as a Black woman. Especially when silence is expected, but your soul is screaming. Titled “Grieving at Work and the Pressure to Be Okay: Faith, Loss, and Life in Tech,” this honest conversation explores the emotional and spiritual weight of showing up in professional settings while holding personal pain. Whether you’re in a STEM career, pivoting professionally, or carrying faith through loss, this episode reminds you that grief is not unprofessional… And your stillness is not failure. Expect gripping honesty, scripture-led comfort, and permission to exhale. This is a space for women in STEM, Christian career builders, Black girls in tech, and anyone learning how to breathe through success, grief, and God’s grace, all at once. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

What Does a Business Analyst Really Do? | Career Change Into Tech

Welcome to The Esther Speaks™ Podcast, the career podcast that says what you’re thinking but didn’t know you could say out loud. In this first episode, we get into what a Business Analyst actually does. Not the job spec version. The real version. The one nobody explains when you’re trying to change careers or make sense of your place in tech. If you’ve been searching for a Women in STEM podcast that speaks from experience, or a Black Women in Tech podcast that blends faith and facts, this is it. Whether you’re grieving, growing or just tired of pretending to have it all together, this episode offers clarity without the clichés. From breaking into tech to managing imposter syndrome, from switching careers to building confidence behind the scenes, this is the episode you didn’t know you needed. It’s career advice, but make it human. Think testimony meets tech. For those pivoting, praying and plotting their next move, welcome! This episode is packed with clarity for anyone confused by job titles, curious about the Business Analyst role, or ready to pivot into something new. It’s more than a Women in STEM podcast- it’s real talk for people who want to grow through what they go through. What you’ll hear: • A clear breakdown of the Business Analyst role • How to break into tech without losing your identity • Encouragement for those grieving while working • Why soft skills matter more than you think • Inspiration for faith-led professionals and career changers If you’ve been thinking about a tech career or side hustling your way into a better future, this is your starting point. Mentioned in this episode: Want to build your BA toolkit? Here are the exact books and tools that have helped me to level up over the years. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09CYX92NB/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_QT1AW662K28GEHSPVMNV?linkCode=ml1&tag=estherspeaksw-21 JBL wireless headphones https://amzn.to/454p4hp Bose wireless headphones https://amzn.to/456cHkU Guide to Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (Babok Guide) https://amzn.to/4j0BOcm Business Analysis textbook https://amzn.to/3GPrzdv Business Analysis For Dummies amzn.to Affiliate Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, purchases made through them support the podcast at no extra cost to you. Follow www.estherspeaksofficial.com for honest conversations about purpose, personal growth and everything that happens in between. Whether you’re here for career gems, faith reflections or that voiceover side hustle you keep putting off, you’re right on time. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.