"Your personal style is your silent introduction." - Liz Wendler“Show up authentically—bold, bright, beautiful, fabulous—and they’ll judge you anyway. You might as well do you.” - Liz WendlerOn this episode of BLKGirl Ambition, Niya Baxter sits down with style expert Liz Wendler to unpack how fashion can be your fiercest self‑brand and confidence booster—especially for Black women carving out space in corporate and entrepreneurial worlds. We trace Liz’s leap from the 9-to-5 grind to building her own styling empire, and she shares her insider tips for discovering your unapologetic style voice. From boardroom-ready power outfits to the magic of a consistent personal brand, we dig into the real‑world challenges and rewards of dressing with intention. And of course, we celebrate the community that lifts us up—because authenticity isn’t just an aesthetic, it’s a movement. Tune in for your next style glow‑up!Keywords:fashion, personal branding, self-confidence, black women, entrepreneurship, corporate style, wardrobe essentials, community support, styling business, style directionTakeaways:Fashion is a powerful tool for personal branding.Self-confidence can be built through style choices.Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship requires courage.Understanding client needs is crucial for stylists.Avoiding trends helps in defining personal style.Wardrobe essentials create a strong foundation.Regularly refreshing your wardrobe is important.Documenting your closet can prevent overbuying.Community support is vital for black women entrepreneurs.Authenticity in style can be a differentiator in corporate spaces.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Black Girl Ambition01:03 The Journey to Fashion and Self-Expression05:53 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship11:01 Building a Styling Business: The Process13:56 Understanding Client Needs and Style Direction17:59 Navigating Trends and Personal Style22:08 Wardrobe Essentials and Style Foundations26:03 Common Style Traps and How to Avoid Them30:04 The Double-Edged Sword of Style in Corporate America34:01 The Power of Community and Support40:03 Final Thoughts and AmbitionsReach out to Liz Wendler to connect:www.lizwendlerstyling.com@Lizwendlerstyling on Instagram and Liz Wendler and/or Liz Wendler Styling on LinkedInThanks for all the 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 @glamourgirlniya and @Blkgirlambition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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