Black Office Unlocked

Welcome to the Black Office Unlocked podcast! The ultimate destination for minority federal government employees seeking empowerment, inspiration and professional growth. 

Meet your host, Michael Gibbons, a career strategist, executive leader and consummate mentor. I help men and women of color gain confidence by giving them the keys to unlocking their career potential within the Federal Government landscape. My personal mission is to use my God-given gifts to transform people into a better version of themselves.

If you are looking to advance your career, and strategize how to take necessary steps - you came to the right place. This podcast will help to give you the tools and keys necessary to unlock those doors of opportunity, to take you to the next level. 

In this first episode, Michael will help to set the foundation of what to expect for this podcast. Learn the '3s' Lens which is an acronym that will set framework on how to unlock the doors of opportunity. Michael speaks to the importance of self-awareness, the power of intention and importance of mentorship. Grab a pen and paper, get ready to take down some of the keys, and get ready to unlock your own career potential with Michael! 

MAJOR KEY TAKEWAYS:

3s Framework

1. (S): Self-Awareness. "Knowing thyself is the beginning of all wisdon' - Aristotle.
2. (S): Strategy. Quickest way from point A to B is a straight line.
3. (S): Squad. There is opportunity in community. 

QUOTABLES:

• "Someone once said 'this is chess, not checkers!' Same applies here.
• "Approach your career with strategic intent. Quickest point between A and B is a straight line." 
• "A mentor is key, but a sponsor is special!"

If you'd like to hear more - please subscribe to the Black Office Unlocked weekly newsletter on Michael's LinkedIn page at (1) Michael Gibbons, MBA | LinkedIn. 

Follow Black Office Unlocked on social media:

• LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/michael-landon-gibbons
• IG | @iammichaelgibbons
• TikTok | @blackofficeunlocked
• YouTube | @blackofficeunlocked 

MICHAEL L. GIBBONS — Bio Site 

If you'd like to hear more - please subscribe to the Black Office Unlocked weekly newsletter on Michael's LinkedIn page at (1) Michael Gibbons, MBA | LinkedIn.

Follow Black Office Unlocked on social media:

LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/michael-landon-gibbons

IG | @iammichaelgibbons

TikTok | @blackofficeunlocked

YouTube | @blackofficeunlocked

MICHAEL L. GIBBONS — Bio Site

#stayunlocked