The Weight of Excellence: The Pressure to Be Exceptional for People of Color with Jessica Baker

Everything But the Lesson Plan

In this episode of Everything But The Lesson Plan, we explore the immense pressure people of color face to be exceptional in the workplace. From high expectations to overcoming stereotypes, the journey toward excellence often comes with unique challenges. Join us as we discuss the emotional and psychological toll of navigating these pressures and share strategies for thriving in environments where the bar is set impossibly high. Whether you're experiencing this firsthand or want to understand it better, this episode offers important insights on the reality of striving for success while carrying the weight of representation. Jessica Baker: Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-baker-3130515/ About The Host: Franchesca Thompson Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan", a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere! • Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchesca-thompson95/ • Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ithrive12 • Instagram: ithrive_12 • Website:https://www.facebook.com/ithrive12http://www.thrive12.com/ • Store:https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Thrive-12