Leadership Tea
On Leadership Tea, we talk about what it takes to reach the executive level, and how to thrive when you get there. Powerful leaders share their journeys, insights, and triumphs in conversations with hosts Shelby Smith-Wilson and Belinda Jackson Farrier.
Join us every other Wednesday to be inspired by the unvarnished stories of amazing executives who know what it's like to be "the only" at the table and who have succeeded regardless. They have proven leadership experience in their respective fields, from international affairs to the private sector to academia, and want to help others create their own success stories.
Leadership Tea
Latest Episodes
Don’t Ghost Your Mentor -- and Other Rules for Mentees
We wrap the season by getting specific about what it means to be a good mentee, not just someone who wants access to a mentor. We share the habits that build real trust, the red flags that tell you to move on, and the practical ways to grow a “...
Before You Move Abroad: The Money Mistakes No One Warns You About
You've dreamed about it. Maybe you've even Googled it. But what does moving abroad actually cost — financially, practically, and emotionally?In Part 2 of our series with the State Department Federal Credit Union (SDFCU), Shelby and Belin...
How Great Leaders Raise Money-Smart Kids | Financial Lessons Every Parent Needs
How do you raise children who understand the value of money in a world where almost every payment is digital?In this episode of Leadership Tea, Shelby Smith-Wilson and Belinda Jackson welcome back financial experts Sam Salmon and Josh Ba...
Bonus Episode -- New Studio + A Big Announcement: Cape Town 2027
Surprise! We recorded from a new space this week, Cowo & Crèche here in the DMV, and it feels like the start of a new chapter for Leadership Tea. We're also making an announcement we've been sitting on: Rooted & Rising, our first intern...
Take Back Your Power After a Forced Career Pivot | Cathy Duffy
What happens when the career you've spent decades building suddenly ends?In this special re-release of one of Leadership Tea's most impactful conversations, executive leader Cathy Duffy shares how being unexpectedly pushed into early ret...
Fan Mail
hi! I sent this on the IG page, but not sure if you received it. I listened to every episode and I want to share that you ladies are- AMAZING!!!! So many gems, and practical tips to guide our community. I’ve gotten emotional listening to your wise words and appreciate everything you do. I’d love to hear more on the topic of “fear of failure” or maybe more like “fear of success”. I think it’s so relatable as so many question if they’re good enough, have imposter syndrome, and like you’ve mentioned in a previous episode, have been conditioned to “keep our heads down and be happy to have a job”, even when we know we’re better than other peers. -Deonna Perry deonnasimone@gmail.com
Los Angeles, California
