"No one celebrates high performers. They just expect it. That’s why you have to celebrate yourself—loudly and often." — Queirra Fenderson"Burnout starts the minute you negotiate away your boundaries. It’s a power leak—and the water rises fast." — Queirra Fenderson"Ambition doesn’t have to mean burnout. When you shift from external validation to inner alignment, you unlock a new level of power." — Queirra FendersonSummary:In this episode of BLKGirl Ambition, I’m joined by Queirra Fenderson, CEO of The Ambition Studio, for a conversation that flips the hustle narrative on its head. We dig into what it means to pursue Balanced Ambition—a framework Queirra developed after her own experience with burnout nearly took her out. Together, we explore how Black women can reimagine success in a way that honors our wholeness, not just our output. From setting boundaries without guilt to leaning into joy, rest, and feminine energy as leadership strategies—we’re giving you permission to lead without sacrificing impact. This episode is a love letter to the woman who’s ambitious and tired—and is finally ready to do things differently.Keywords:Black women, ambition, burnout, leadership, coaching, empowerment, wellness, motherhood, feminine energy, personal growthTakeaways:Women leaders face significant burnout costs to companies.Celebrating wins is crucial for high achievers.Ambition often stems from personal need and experience.The Balanced Ambition Framework prioritizes wellness.Recognizing early signs of burnout is essential.Mindset shifts can unlock transformation for women.Letting go of external validation is key to success.Investing in women leaders yields significant ROI for companies.Navigating motherhood requires acceptance of different life seasons.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Black Girl Ambition01:47 Meet Queirra Fenderson: CEO of Ambition Studio03:11 The Journey to Founding Ambition Studio05:52 Celebrating Wins: A Key to Success06:55 The Balanced Ambition Framework10:13 Morning Rituals and Integration11:16 Recognizing Early Signs of Burnout12:37 Mindset Shifts for Transformation13:30 The Refresh Framework: Stop Caring What Others Think15:36 Surrounding Yourself with the Right People16:35 The Importance of a Supportive Circle16:52 Organizational Impact of Coaching19:43 Navigating Motherhood and Ambition23:10 Awakening Feminine Energy in Ambition25:16 Transforming Self-Relationship for Success28:12 Setting Boundaries for WellnessGet in touch with Queirra Fenderson!website: www.theambitionstudio.comLinkedIn: Queirra Fenderson and The Ambition StudioIG: @the.ambition.studio and @ambitiously_queirraThanks for all your love and support. Tag me while listening @blkgirlambition & as always love to hear your thoughts :)Join the BLKGirl Ambition community on IG and LinkedIn: @blkgirlambitionStay in touch with me at @blkgirlambition and @glamourgirlniya Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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