The Authentic Networker: Building Bridges, Not Barriers with Shanice Mears

“People need to feel empowered in order to propel, especially if they’re young. You need someone that’s going to empower you, show up for you, help you and accept you.” 

In this episode of Everyday Leadership, I am joined by Shanice Mears, a multi-faceted leader and Co-Founder and Head of Talent at leading advertising agency, The ElephantGroup. 

From her relationship with her older siblings, building her confidence as a Dancer and advocating for her community from a very young age to how those early experiences shaped her career in advertising and the leader she is today. 

Tune into this episode, to find out more about: 

✅ Shanice’s drive to always “do more” 

✅ Building a career in marketing through authenticity 

✅ Why she turned down a huge job opportunity that looked perfect to the outside world 

✅ Advice on building authentic connections and networks 

✅ Learning from failures and rejection 

✅ Her definition of leadership

 

Don’t forget to connect: 

Connect with Shanice 
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Connect with Sope
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Everyday Leadership is a podcast that explores the leadership experiences of real people and how they lead from the inside out, not just the outside in. Hosted by Sope Agbelusi, exec coach and Founder of Mindsetshift, the show provides an in-depth look at each guest's personal and professional journeys, exploring their origin story, successes, failures, faith and unique perspectives on leadership. Whether entrepreneurs, parents, CEOs, pastors, investors, business leaders, or everyday individuals, each guest provides an authentic, unrehearsed account of their leadership experiences. Through open and honest conversations, listeners will gain new insights into what leadership truly means and how it can be practically applied to their lives. Join Sope Agbelusi on Everyday Leadership as he goes in deep and keeps it real with today's most inspiring leaders.