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July 21, 2025 24 mins

Porschia Parker-Griffin has coached hundreds of executives and professionals to accomplish their goals. She has experience as a director and business consultant in the financial industry, helping companies unlock millions of dollars in potential hidden within their organizations.

Porschia earned her master’s in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Georgia. She served as an Associate Training Coach for the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and is recognized as a Career Expert and Top Voice by LinkedIn. Porschia also hosts the Career 101 Podcast.

In today’s episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn how to respond to volatility, uncertainty, and change in the workplace—and how to turn setbacks into new opportunities.

Porschia and I discuss:

  • How VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) is affecting organizations and individuals [02:17]
  • What professionals and consultants can do to make progress in challenging times [06:25]
  • Where to look for new opportunities in today’s business landscape [08:22]
  • How AI and technology are shaping new career paths [08:45]
  • The essential role of communication and consistency for consultants [15:12]
  • Why planning (not “winging it”) is critical for new entrepreneurs [16:39]
  • How Porschia’s Brave Bird Career Alliance helps professionals succeed [18:20]
  • A success story of transitioning from employment to entrepreneurship [20:24]
  • Tips for diversifying your offerings to meet client needs [22:03]

Learn more about Porschia at:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/64512733

https://www.youtube.com/@flyhighcoaching382

https://www.facebook.com/FlyHighCoaching

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