Time to Stop Romanticizing The Struggling Black Woman (BA QA)

OK BA Fam, in this episode of the BA Q&A Mandi gets personal, opening up about the emotional toll of job uncertainty and how recent executive orders have directly impacted her husband and other family members. She takes us on a deep dive into the realities of over-employment, especially for women of color, and sheds light on why so many Black women are juggling multiple jobs just to stay afloat.

The tea:

• The emotional toll of commuting, job uncertainty, and workplace inflexibility. • The hard truths about over-employment and why Black women are out here doing the most • just to make ends meet. • Salary negotiation tips for all our nonprofit baddies trying to get that bag. • A reminder that you don’t have to carry your struggles alone—community is everything.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:

It’s real, relatable, and packed with practical gems. Whether you’re navigating work-life chaos or just need a reminder to breathe, Mandi’s here to let you know you’re not alone. Plus, we’re flipping the script on the “strong Black woman” trope and reclaiming our joy.

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