The 2nd Shift Playbook
The 2nd Shift Playbook: A Guide to Navigating Work, Life, and Everything In Between
In this groundbreaking book, accomplished professionals Dr. Charlene Flash and Allison Jean share intimate stories, hard-earned wisdom, and practical strategies for Black women balancing demanding careers with family life and personal wellbeing. Drawing from their own experiences and those of other successful Black women, they tackle the unique challenges of working the "2nd shift" - managing household responsibilities and family care after long days in professional settings.
Through compelling personal narratives and evidence-based insights, the authors explore topics including:
- Navigating predominantly white workplaces while maintaining authenticity
- Building support systems and setting boundaries
- Raising Black children in a society still grappling with systemic racism
- Creating space for self-care and personal growth
- Supporting Black men while advocating for ourselves
- Managing relationships, health, and wealth-building
More than just a career guide, The 2nd Shift Playbook offers a holistic approach to thriving as a Black woman in America. The authors combine vulnerable storytelling with actionable advice, statistics, and historical context to create a manual for both personal and collective liberation.
Whether you're a seasoned professional, young career woman, or somewhere in between, this book provides the strategies, validation, and sisterly wisdom needed to navigate life's complexities while staying true to yourself. The 2nd Shift Playbook isn't just about surviving - it's about creating a life of purpose, joy, and impact on your own terms.
The 2nd Shift Playbook: A Guide to Navigating Work, Life, and Everything In Between
In this groundbreaking book, accomplished professionals Dr. Charlene Flash and Allison Jean share intimate stories, hard-earned wisdom, and practical strategies for Black women balancing demanding careers with family life and personal wellbeing. Drawing from their own experiences and those of other successful Black women, they tackle the unique challenges of working the "2nd shift" - managing household responsibilities and family care after long days in professional settings.
Through compelling personal narratives and evidence-based insights, the authors explore topics including:
- Navigating predominantly white workplaces while maintaining authenticity
- Building support systems and setting boundaries
- Raising Black children in a society still grappling with systemic racism
- Creating space for self-care and personal growth
- Supporting Black men while advocating for ourselves
- Managing relationships, health, and wealth-building
More than just a career guide, The 2nd Shift Playbook offers a holistic approach to thriving as a Black woman in America. The authors combine vulnerable storytelling with actionable advice, statistics, and historical context to create a manual for both personal and collective liberation.
Whether you're a seasoned professional, young career woman, or somewhere in between, this book provides the strategies, validation, and sisterly wisdom needed to navigate life's complexities while staying true to yourself. The 2nd Shift Playbook isn't just about surviving - it's about creating a life of purpose, joy, and impact on your own terms.
