The Tezlyn Figaro Podcast
by The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts · 328 episodes
SocietyCultureEducation
The Tezlyn Figaro Podcast with U.S. Air Force veteran, Juris Doctor candidate, small business owner, and educator Tezlyn Figaro, M.Ed., is where preparation meets power. This is not a podcast built on commentary alone—it is a classroom designed to deliver step-by-step solutions. Using her signature framework—Prepare. Position. PUSH (Push Until Something Happens) Tezlyn breaks down real-world strategies for civic engagement, workplace readiness, leadership, and professional growth. Each episode functions as a practical training session, equipping listeners with clear tools, actionable guidance, and implementation strategies that move beyond awareness and into results. This is a space for lear...
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How To Recognize Your Bias
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