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THE LITTLE BLACK BOOK OF SUCCESS
LAWS OF LEADERSHIP FOR BLACK WOMEN
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Personal Leadership Notebook
A Personal Leadership Notebook (PLN) is a simple tool that can transform your career. It’s your space to reflect, plan, and hold yourself accountable to achieve your goals in 2026. Instead of keeping your goals in your head, write them down! It makes a big difference.

Career Advice No One is Telling You
Some of these might be hot takes, but here’s the real career advice no one else is telling you.

Do You Really Have to "Play the Game"?
Do you really have to play the corporate game in order to succeed? The answer is yes, but it doesn’t have to mean compromising yourself or your values.

Advice for Handling Microaggressions
Advice for handling microaggressions in the corporate world, no matter what stage of your career you’re in.

Dealing With Conflicts at Work
Conflict between bosses, or even between coworkers happens all the time. Here are some tips on how to navigate these situations.

Brown Girl Collective Podcast
Live Well, Sister! with Marcie L. Thomas
A conversation with Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean about THE NEXT LITTLE BLACK BOOK OF SUCCESS.
A conversation with Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean about THE NEXT LITTLE BLACK BOOK OF SUCCESS.

Sistah Girls Book Club
In this episode, Sharee speaks with Elaine Meryl Brown and Rhonda Joy McLean about winning in corporate America as Black women ... your guide to maximizing your leadership and thriving at every level.

Leaders and Learners Podcast
Black women have always led. The question is, who benefits from our leadership?
The authors of The Next Little Black Book of Success break down the new rules of power, strategy, and sustainability in a climate that feels increasingly hostile to progress.
The authors of The Next Little Black Book of Success break down the new rules of power, strategy, and sustainability in a climate that feels increasingly hostile to progress.

The Thought Brothers Podcast
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:
• The leadership lessons that never go out of style
• Building successful careers with purpose and integrity
• Mentorship and lifting others as you climb
• The importance of collaboration and authentic leadership
• How Marsha Haygood's legacy continues through the lives she touched and the work she inspired
Together, we explore:
• The leadership lessons that never go out of style
• Building successful careers with purpose and integrity
• Mentorship and lifting others as you climb
• The importance of collaboration and authentic leadership
• How Marsha Haygood's legacy continues through the lives she touched and the work she inspired

Advice Part 2
What about younger managers? If you’re reporting to one, what can you do? We’ve got some advice. If your leadership journey is being challenged, check this out and let us know what you think.

Reflections Part 2
The Little Black Book of Success is inclusive. It transcends race, gender, culture and nationality.

Resonate Part 2
Moral codes that we grow up with can translate to leadership skills. We call them Mamaisms. Share a Mamaism you grew up with.

Resonate Part 1
With 40 chapters, which ones resonate with you or have you found the most helpful?

Transition Part 1
Personal Action Plan – The Little Black Book of Success Workbook is finally here! For those who want to dig a little deeper, peel back layers to uncover their true leadership potential. Check it out. These exercises will take you to the next level.

Transition Part 2
The first person you lead is yourself, so dream big, and ask for help along the way.

Revolutionary Part 1
What we’ve learned in the past 10 years…
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