S6E4: Schools, Authentic Leadership, and Black Women Entrepreneurs with Dr. Shenelle DuBose

Today’s guest offers so much passion, purpose, wisdom, and
humor.  The amazing Dr. Shenelle Dubose shows up
authentically in everything she does, including her honest and
open sharing on this episode. Shenelle isn’t afraid to tell you
what she thinks and to do the hard work required to create real
change.


 


Some favorite quotes: 


“A part of the work is disruption. We’re in a system that wasn’t
built for Black and Brown children.”


“Are you going to keep stepping back in fear? Or are you going to
step forward?”


 


Highlights and key talking points in today’s
conversation:


Her career changes and her search for positive social impact

Changing our mental models

Transforming schools 

What “clear communication” really means if you’re a Black
woman leader

How education and equity are tied together

Black women and entrepreneurship



 


More about Dr. Shenelle DuBose and her work:


 


Dr. DuBose not only offers over 20 years as an experienced
educator, innovator, and leader in the learning community, but
she delivers unmatched passion and energy to turn your goals into
reality. As a teacher, principal, leadership coach, instructional
facilitator, and online instructor, Dr. DuBose has the hands-on,
real-world experience you need… plus the leadership philosophy
and commitment you seek “to make moves that matter” in your
organization. Her own words best sum up her beliefs:


 


“I believe in creating an inclusive and welcome learning
community where every student can experience academic and social
success, where diversity is celebrated, and expertise and
leadership potential are valued and cultivated. I will facilitate
ownership and commitment to a shared vision.” 


 


Shenelle is a systems thinker with exemplary problem-solving and
coaching skills.  She is adept at working with and engaging
diverse groups around common learning. She uses these very same
skills in her own consulting company.  


 


In addition to her professional training and development,
Shenelle also supports other women educators who are ready to
move beyond the classroom to stand in their value and pursue the
new dream in their hearts, without starting from scratch. 


 


Connect with Dr. Shenelle DuBose via:


Website: https://www.agiledesignservices.com/


Facebook and Instagram @educatorsmovingon 






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an honor to have these conversations with you and a special thank
you to Dr. Shenelle Dubose for sharing her expertise and
experience.


 


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