THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK OF SUCCESS
LAWS OF LEADERSHIP FOR BLACK WOMEN
“[The Little Black Book of Success] offers invaluable insight for anyone ready to step up and take the reins.”
-Essence
“The book and exercises will equip you with the tools, insights and inspirations to help you to achieve clarity and the success you deserve."
-Tiffany Dufu
Chief Leadership Officer, Levo
and author of Drop the Ball
“Thanks to Elaine, Marsha, and Rhonda, the conversation about Black women in business is becoming louder and harder to ignore.”
-Phoebe Robinson
New York Times bestselling author
of Please Don’t Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes
Our Books
Rich with wisdom, these practical and resourceful gems focus on the building blocks of true leadership—self-confidence, effective communication, collaboration, and courage needed to guide and transform your career. Some leaders are born, but most leaders are made—and The Little Black Book of Success along with its Workbook companion will show you how to make maximize your potential, one step at a time.
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Who We Are
ELAINE MERYL BROWN
Elaine Meryl Brown is a Daytime Emmy® Award–winning writer, NAACP Image Award nominee, executive producer, and former HBO media executive. She is a multi-hyphenate creative who has won more than 40 entertainment industry awards. During her tenure as Vice President of Special Markets at HBO, she launched digital platforms to create content targeting specific audiences, achieving a Corporate Emmy Award for a global PSA campaign titled AIDS: Get Tested, featuring Queen Latifah and Jamie Foxx. As a writer, her experience includes a wide array of accomplishments, including two novels published by Penguin Random House, Lemon City and Playing by the Rules; writing Happy New Year, America for CBS-TV; and numerous articles for Essence magazine. ... READ MORE...
MARSHA HAYGOOD
Marsha Haygood (1953 – 2026), motivational speaker, talent development expert, empowerment coach, and bestselling author made it her lifelong work to help individuals and organizations achieve meaningful success. An accomplished entrepreneur and co-founder of Black Women of Influence, Marsha lectured nationwide, inspiring audiences to take confident action toward their goals. Her deep expertise as an HR executive and leadership advisor is truly the heart of this publication. We dedicate this launch to her and her enduring legacy. ... READ MORE...
RHONDA JOY McLEAN
Rhonda Joy McLean is president and CEO of RJMLEADS LLC and former deputy general counsel of Time Inc., where she advised major global brands and led a significant portion of the law department for nearly 20 years. A respected public speaker and executive empowerment coach, she guides organizations, senior leaders, and rising professionals across sectors. A graduate of Yale Law School, Ms. McLean has been widely recognized for her leadership, commitment to social justice, and dedication to expanding access to the legal profession. She serves as vice-chair of the Union Theological Seminary Board of Trustees and remains an active community leader through The Links, Incorporated. ... READ MORE...
Video & Podcast Library
In this special episode of The Thought Brothers, we are honored to welcome bestselling authors Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean for an inspiring conversation centered on The Next Little Black Book of Success and the timeless leadership principles that have empowered professionals for more than a decade.
Together, we explore:
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The leadership lessons that never go out of style
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Building successful careers with purpose and integrity
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Mentorship and lifting others as you climb
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The importance of collaboration and authentic leadership
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How Marsha Haygood's legacy continues through the lives she touched and the work she inspired