Ep. 85-Becoming the Blueprint: Jourdan Clark on Vision and Resilience as a First-Gen Black American
Wed Feb 04 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Jourdan Clark, a first-generation black American whose journey is a masterclass in resilience and vision.
From overcoming post-grad depression and anxiety to embracing her identity as a storyteller and "humble servant," Jourdan offers an empowering look at what it means to lead with faith and resilience. Her story is a testament to the idea that career paths are rarely linear and that finding peace in the "gray areas" is a vital part of professional and personal growth
🌍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How to navigate the "gray areas" of career transitions and overcome the pressure of post-grad depression and anxiety.
The importance of a "Word of the Year" to anchor your personal and professional growth.
How to leverage the discipline and patience learned from personal passions like Southern cooking into leadership and professional excellence.
🔑 3 Key Takeaways:
Don't Let Your Dreams Die in a Box: Take actionable steps to pivot when things don't go as planned; your worth is not defined by a job offer or a linear path.
Great Things Take Time: Embrace the "baking principle" in your career, you cannot rush perfection and must learn to flow with life’s ebbs and flows.
Leading with Peace: Intentionality in your mental space allows you to remain grounded and effective, regardless of external workplace or family pressure
👂 Tune In If You’re…
A first-generation college student or graduate looking for inspiration on how to build your own "blueprint" for success.
A career-driven professional struggling with the weight of expectation and seeking ways to prioritize mental peace and resilience.
An aspiring leader interested in how storytelling and authenticity can shape a powerful employer brand and professional identity.
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To all the black women in the corporate world out there, KEEP MAKING BOLD MOVES AND KEEP TAKING UP SPACE🎙️🎊
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In this episode, we sit down with Jourdan Clark, a first-generation black American whose journey is a masterclass in resilience and vision. From overcoming post-grad depression and anxiety to embracing her identity as a storyteller and "humble servant," Jourdan offers an empowering look at what it means to lead with faith and resilience. Her story is a testament to the idea that career paths are rarely linear and that finding peace in the "gray areas" is a vital part of professional and personal growth 🌍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to navigate the "gray areas" of career transitions and overcome the pressure of post-grad depression and anxiety. The importance of a "Word of the Year" to anchor your personal and professional growth. How to leverage the discipline and patience learned from personal passions like Southern cooking into leadership and professional excellence. 🔑 3 Key Takeaways: Don't Let Your Dreams Die in a Box: Take actionable steps to pivot when things don't go as planned; your worth is not defined by a job offer or a linear path. Great Things Take Time: Embrace the "baking principle" in your career, you cannot rush perfection and must learn to flow with life’s ebbs and flows. Leading with Peace: Intentionality in your mental space allows you to remain grounded and effective, regardless of external workplace or family pressure 👂 Tune In If You’re… A first-generation college student or graduate looking for inspiration on how to build your own "blueprint" for success. A career-driven professional struggling with the weight of expectation and seeking ways to prioritize mental peace and resilience. An aspiring leader interested in how storytelling and authenticity can shape a powerful employer brand and professional identity. 👉 Loved this episode? Share it with a sister-friend, mentor, or mentee. And don’t forget to subscribe to *BsquaredC* on your favourite podcast platform. Leave us a review, every word helps amplify voices like Jourdan If you loved this episode, buy us coffee, wine or water with the link below! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BsquaredC Resources & Links:📌 Follow BsquaredC on Instagram and Linkedin for more inspiring episodes To all the black women in the corporate world out there, KEEP MAKING BOLD MOVES AND KEEP TAKING UP SPACE🎙️🎊