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Brown Ambition

Hosted by Mandi Woodruff & Tiffany Aliche

Mandi Woodruff and Tiffany Aliche provide career and financial advice for ambitious women.

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The September Surge Is Here—Don’t Panic Apply [BROWN AMBITION]

September can be a powerful hiring window—but that doesn't mean you should fire off 50 applications and hope something sticks.

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Being Cringe Is Better Than Being Overlooked [BROWN AMBITION]

Self-promotion can feel cringe.

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Fired Columnist Karen Attiah BEATS The Washington Post, Wins Back Her Job [BROWN AMBITION]

In this special Brown Ambition Brown Boost + Brown Break mini ep, Mandi Woodruff-Santos breaks down two stories that deserve more conversation:

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Karen Attiah BEATS The Washington Post + Gary, Indiana’s Blackout Crisis [BROWN AMBITION]

In this special Brown Ambition Brown Boost + Brown Break mini ep, Mandi Woodruff-Santos breaks down two stories that deserve more conversation:

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She Paid Off Nearly $1M in Debt With This Budgeting Strategy [BROWN AMBITION]

Naseema McElroy paid off nearly $1 million in debt by getting extremely intentional about where her paycheck went.

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Your Boss Isn’t the Only Person Who Should Know Your Value [BROWN AMBITION]

If the only people who know how good you are are your coworkers and your boss… we have a problem.

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Want a Raise or Promotion? Start Here. [BROWN AMBITION]

If you're thinking about asking for a raise, going for a promotion, or making your next career move, don't wait until the opportunity appears to start preparing.

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“My Stomach Dropped:” Mom Only Had $36K for Retirement [BROWN AMBITION]

Tamara remembers the moment she found out her mom had only $36,000 in her retirement account—and how her stomach dropped.

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When Traditional Money Advice Doesn't Match Real Life [BROWN AMBITION]

Personal finance advice can sound simple on paper—but real life comes with real expenses, immediate needs, and financial constraints.

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She Has $36,000 for Retirement — How Can We Protect It? [BROWN AMBITION]

What do you do when your mom only has $36,000 saved for retirement—and she's waiting for disability and housing assistance?

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Job Searching for Months? You Might Be Burned Out [BROWN AMBITION]

A long-term job search can take a serious emotional toll.

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When Anxiety Makes You Feel Stuck, Take One Small Step [BROWN AMBITION]

Mandi reflects on RAYE's "Click Clack Symphony" and why the song resonated so deeply with her.

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3 Small Wins That Can Help You Get Out of Burnout [BROWN AMBITION]

When you're burned out, even basic tasks can feel overwhelming.

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Tomi Adeyemi & Amanda Seales: Misogynoir, Hollywood Drama & Speaking Up at Work [BROWN AMBITION]

In this episode of Brown Ambition, Mandi breaks down the drama around Children of Blood and Bone author Tomi Adeyemi and Insecure star Amanda Seales — and wh...

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Tomi Adeyemi & Amanda Seales: Misogynoir, Hollywood Drama & Speaking Up at Work [BROWN AMBITION]

In this episode of Brown Ambition, Mandi breaks down the drama around Children of Blood and Bone author Tomi Adeyemi and Insecure star Amanda Seales — and wh...

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You're Turning Down FREE Money 😳 [BROWN AMBITION]

During the episode, Mandi discovers her sound engineer hasn't enrolled in his 401(k)—which could mean missing out on an employer match.

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You Can't Save Everyone—Especially If You're Drowning [BROWN AMBITION]

Many of us feel responsible for supporting our families—but what happens when helping everyone else leaves you financially vulnerable?

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I Was "That Girl"... Until Life Happened [BROWN AMBITION]

Mandi shares her personal story of going from being debt-free, investing, and buying a home to facing unexpected financial setbacks after life changed.

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How to Invest in Your 30s and 40s When You’re Not Debt-Free Yet [BROWN AMBITION]

You’re in your 30s or 40s, you’ve still got debt, and you keep hearing you “should be investing by now.” So what do you do—pay it off first or start investin...

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The HSA Trick Most People Don't Know About [BROWN AMBITION]

Most people use their HSA to pay medical bills right away—but there's another strategy that could help you build wealth over time.

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The Easiest Retirement Hack [BROWN AMBITION]

One tiny setting could dramatically increase your retirement savings over time.

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Business Owners: Stop Ignoring These Retirement Accounts [BROWN AMBITION]

If you're self-employed, freelancing, or running a small business, your retirement options look different—and they could help you invest much more for the future.