I’m so excited to have another Chicago gal in the house today with me, Harper A. Bailey. Harper and I discovered we had SO much in common with our stories, perspectives, etc. that I hope to meet up with her IRL (in real life) sometime soon!
During today’s show, Harper and I talked about:
- What it felt like for her to be the first Black woman to lead a prominent national women’s healthcare nonprofit.
- Her burnout story and the grief of transition between who she was and who she became after the experience.
- The story behind her name Harper A. Bailey and what her real name is and why she decided to use it (grab a tissue).
- Her book, It Was Her: A Memoir.
- The differences between macro and micro grief.
- The moments of grief in corporate that no one talks about. I even share an example I have processed recently.
If you are willing to dig a bit deeper on how grief touches us in unexpected ways and is related to burnout and our healing, listen to today’s conversation.
Here is more about Harper:
Harper A. Bailey is the pen name of Tiosha Bailey, a Chicago native,
public health leader, and powerful storyteller who challenges the status
quo. She was the first Black woman to lead a prominent national
women's healthcare nonprofit, where she prioritized health equity and
amplified the voices of underserved communities.
Her first book, It Was Her: A Memoir—featuring a foreword by renowned
motivational speaker Lisa Nichols—invites readers into a deeply personal
story shaped by loss, resilience, and transformation. Through honest and
compelling storytelling, Harper explores identity, healing, and the
courage it takes to reclaim your narrative.
As a speaker, Harper brings clarity, depth, and humor to conversations
about leadership, purpose, and the lived experiences of Black women.
She connects with audiences through truth-telling and a passion for
creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered.
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I’m so pumped to let you know that the E-Book for Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Authenticity is now available on Amazon!
If you have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project.
