Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Katrice Miller.

A nationally recognized labor relations expert and career coach. The conversation explores her journey from federal government service to corporate leadership, her insights on labor law, personal branding, and how individuals can navigate layoffs, negotiate salaries, and build resilient careers.

👩🏾‍💼 About Katrice Miller
Labor Relations Counsel at Starbucks
Former Director of HR Compliance at Microsoft
Over 25 years of experience in labor relations across government and corporate sectors
Founder of CorporateWinners.com, a career and business coaching platform
Former federal employee with the U.S. Department of Labor

💡 Key Themes & Takeaways⚖️ Labor Relations vs. Human Resources
Labor relations focuses on compliance with labor laws and maintaining fair employer-employee relationships
HR is broader, covering benefits, PTO, and general employee support
Emphasizes proactive compliance and consistency in workplace practices

📉 Layoffs & Downsizing
Advocates for transparency and consistency during layoffs
Encourages employers to treat employees with dignity and follow both legal and internal policies
Advises employees to separate their identity from their job and focus on personal brand resilience

💼 Personal Branding & LinkedIn
Personal brand should reflect your value, not just your job title
LinkedIn is a powerful tool for visibility, networking, and showcasing skills
Encourages employees to build their brand even if their current job doesn’t align with their long-term goals

💰 Salary Negotiation & Career Growth
Keep a running file of accomplishments to support salary discussions
Always counteroffer with research-based reasoning
Negotiation is a conversation, not a confrontation

🎯 Coaching & Empowerment
Offers affordable coaching programs launching July 1 via CorporateWinners.com
Focuses on helping clients build sustainable careers, not just find jobs
Provides templates, interview prep, and 24/7 support for job seekers

🧠 Mindset & Motivation
Encourages clarity, confidence, courage, and calm during career transitions
Advises against panic-driven job applications
Promotes self-assessment and strategic pivots for those unhappy in their current roles

🌐 Vision for the Future
Aims to scale her coaching impact through online programs
Seeks to empower more professionals, especially those affected by layoffs, with tools for career resilience

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Katrice Miller.
A nationally recognized labor relations expert and career coach. The conversation explores her journey from federal government service to corporate leadership, her insights on labor law, personal branding, and how individuals can navigate layoffs, negotiate salaries, and build resilient careers.
👩🏾&zwj;💼 About Katrice Miller
<ul>
<li>Labor Relations Counsel at Starbucks</li>
<li>Former Director of HR Compliance at Microsoft</li>
<li>Over 25 years of experience in labor relations across government and corporate sectors</li>
<li>Founder of CorporateWinners.com, a career and business coaching platform</li>
<li>Former federal employee with the U.S. Department of Labor</li>
</ul>
💡 Key Themes &amp; Takeaways⚖️ Labor Relations vs. Human Resources
<ul>
<li>Labor relations focuses on compliance with labor laws and maintaining fair employer-employee relationships</li>
<li>HR is broader, covering benefits, PTO, and general employee support</li>
<li>Emphasizes proactive compliance and consistency in workplace practices</li>
</ul>
📉 Layoffs &amp; Downsizing
<ul>
<li>Advocates for transparency and consistency during layoffs</li>
<li>Encourages employers to treat employees with dignity and follow both legal and internal policies</li>
<li>Advises employees to separate their identity from their job and focus on personal brand resilience</li>
</ul>
💼 Personal Branding &amp; LinkedIn
<ul>
<li>Personal brand should reflect your value, not just your job title</li>
<li>LinkedIn is a powerful tool for visibility, networking, and showcasing skills</li>
<li>Encourages employees to build their brand even if their current job doesn&rsquo;t align with their long-term goals</li>
</ul>
💰 Salary Negotiation &amp; Career Growth
<ul>
<li>Keep a running file of accomplishments to support salary discussions</li>
<li>Always counteroffer with research-based reasoning</li>
<li>Negotiation is a conversation, not a confrontation</li>
</ul>
🎯 Coaching &amp; Empowerment
<ul>
<li>Offers affordable coaching programs launching July 1 via CorporateWinners.com</li>
<li>Focuses on helping clients build sustainable careers, not just find jobs</li>
<li>Provides templates, interview prep, and 24/7 support for job seekers</li>
</ul>
🧠 Mindset &amp; Motivation
<ul>
<li>Encourages clarity, confidence, courage, and calm during career transitions</li>
<li>Advises against panic-driven job applications</li>
<li>Promotes self-assessment and strategic pivots for those unhappy in their current roles</li>
</ul>
🌐 Vision for the Future
<ul>
<li>Aims to scale her coaching impact through online programs</li>
<li>Seeks to empower more professionals, especially those affected by layoffs, with tools for career resilience</li>
</ul>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/

Money Making Conversations Master Class

Brand Building: Seeks to empower more professionals, especially those affected by layoffs, with tools for career resilience.

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