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Resources and Services to Help Black Women to Thrive Personally and Professionally
Workshop Series
Ms. Bonnie Newman Davis and Dr. Linnie S. Carter designed and tailored this workshop series for Black women. The cost of each workshop has been discounted in light of the increasing unemployment and financial challenges among Black women.
The one-hour workshops will be authentic, educational, helpful, honest, interactive, interesting, safe and solution-oriented. To protect your privacy and safe space, the workshops will not be recorded.
Detailed information about the workshops follows:
Topic
Topic Description
Date
Time
Registration and Payment Information
Addressing Bias and Microaggressions Effectively
This session empowers Black women to recognize, respond to and reduce the impact of bias and microaggressions in the workplace. Black women will explore real-world scenarios, learn practical communication strategies and build confidence to respond in the moment or through follow-up actions.
Sept. 27, 2025
10-11 a.m.
How to Develop an Effective Résumé to Secure Your Bag
Your résumé should be more than a list of jobs. It should be a strategic marketing tool that gets you paid! This workshop will show you how to create a polished, powerful résumé that highlights your achievements, aligns with your career goals and grabs the attention of hiring managers. Whether you're changing careers, seeking a promotion or entering the C-suite, learn what it takes to make your résumé stand out in a competitive job market.
Oct. 25, 2025
10-11 a.m.
Advocating For Yourself When DEI Is Under Scrutiny
As DEI initiatives come under increasing scrutiny, self-advocacy becomes more essential. This session helps Black women build the courage and communication skills to champion equity and advocate for their roles, values and contributions - even in hostile environments.
Nov. 15, 2025
10-11 a.m.
How to Develop a Cover Letter to Wow Search Committees
A résumé gets you in the door, but a compelling cover letter seals the deal. In this workshop, you'll learn how to craft cover letters that are engaging, customized and impossible to ignore. Discover how to showcase your personality, align with an organization’s values and demonstrate your unique fit for the role - all while avoiding common pitfalls that cause candidates to get overlooked.
Dec. 13, 2025
10-11 a.m.
Enhancing Your Leadership Skills and Executive Presence
This workshop helps Black women strengthen their executive presence, strategic thinking and leadership voice. Black women will explore what leadership looks like in today’s workplace –
especially through a lens of authenticity and resilience.
Jan. 31, 2026
10-11 a.m.
How to Develop an Online Portfolio that Reflects Your Excellence
Your digital presence is your brand, and it's time to own it. This workshop will guide you in creating a professional online portfolio that reflects your brilliance, tells your leadership story and wows employers, clients and boards. From content selection to design tools, you’ll learn what to include, how to present it and where to showcase your work to maximize your visibility and influence.
Feb. 21, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Identifying Allies and Building Support Networks
This interactive workshop explores how to identify authentic allies, build diverse networks and foster mutually beneficial professional relationships. Black women will leave with strategies to nurture support systems that promote both career and personal growth.
March 28, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Run Me My Money: How to Confidently and Effectively Negotiate Salaries
Stop leaving money on the table. In this bold and empowering workshop, you’ll learn how to advocate for your worth and confidently negotiate salaries, benefits and compensation packages. Whether you're negotiating your first job offer or pushing for an executive raise, we’ll break down proven strategies, power language and mindset shifts that will help you secure the bag - without apology.
April 18, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Managing Workplace Stress and Burnout
This workshop provides tools and techniques to recognize and manage workplace stress and burnout. Black women will explore the unique stressors faced by marginalized professionals and learn how to create sustainable self-care routines that support long-term well-being.
May 16, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Navigating Office Politics and Coming Out On Top
Learn how to navigate the complexities of workplace dynamics, power structures and hidden rules. This workshop teaches Black women how to ethically engage in office politics, advocate for themselves and position themselves for influence and advancement.
July 25, 2026
10-11 a.m.
No refunds will be issued for missed workshops. However, if you experience extenuating circumstances, we will work with you to apply the fee to another workshop.
Coaching Services Offered by Bonnie Newman Davis
Some Black women have expressed a desire for coaching sessions with Ms. Bonnie Newman Davis. The Black women being coached will ask questions, and Ms. Davis will provide guidance and responses. The coaching sessions will not include presentations.
Bonnie Newman Davis’ coaching sessions cover a range of topics, including navigating the social and cultural dynamics of the workplace, seeking advancement and promotions, salary negotiation and more. Additionally, she provides guidance for those pursuing consulting contracts, entrepreneurship, establishing a nonprofit organization or becoming an author. As a serial entrepreneur, author, journalist and founder of a nonprofit, Bonnie Newman Davis is dedicated to empowering Black women to elevate their careers, share their unique stories, and succeed with confidence, free from fear, anxiety, or intimidation. She also provides valuable resources to support their journey.
Wrap-around services for those interested in becoming an author include:
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Editing and Proofreading Services
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Emotional and Psychological Support
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Financial Planning and Grants
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Marketing and Promotion Support
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Mentorship Programs
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Networking Opportunities
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Publishing Guidance
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Writing Workshops and Courses
To schedule and pay for a 60-minute coaching session with Ms. Davis, please contact her at bonnienewmandavis@gmail.com.
Payments of $100 must be made in advance via Paypal, Zelle or CashApp:
Paypal: bonnienewmandavis@gmail.com
Zelle: 804-683-7203
CashApp: $bonnienewmandavis@gmail.com
No refunds will be issued for missed coaching sessions. However, if you experience extenuating circumstances, Ms. Davis will work with you to reschedule the coaching sessions.
Thank you!
Coaching Services Offered by Dr. Linnie S. Carter
Some Black women have expressed a desire for coaching sessions with Dr. Linnie S. Carter. The Black women being coached will ask questions, and Dr. Carter will provide guidance and responses. The coaching sessions will not include presentations.
To schedule and pay for 30-minute coaching sessions with Dr. Carter, please visit:
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https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21292572&appointmentType=79325488
To schedule and pay for 45-minute coaching sessions with Dr. Carter, please visit:
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21292572&appointmentType=79309420
To schedule and pay for 60-minute coaching sessions with Dr. Carter, please visit:
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21292572&appointmentType=79325492
No refunds will be issued for missed coaching sessions. However, if you experience extenuating circumstances, Dr. Carter will work with you to reschedule the coaching sessions.
Thank you!