Episode•October 5, 2023•22 min

Increase Your Corporate IQ with Tangil Johnson | Ep. 269

Are you looking to increase your corporate IQ? Join Tiffany Grant as she interviews former career coach Tangil Johnson in this inspiring podcast episode! Johnson has helped Grant navigate up the corporate ladder and secure raises and promotions. Learn how to get an edge in the workplace with the "circle of five" concept – connecting with successful people who have knowledge and influence – and the revolutionary "Smitty plan", focusing on self-confidence, goal-setting, research, planning, and action. Get advice from a pro on understanding your passions, defining rewards, and navigating industry paths for career success. Plus, hear more about Tangil’s upcoming podcast, “Your Corporate IQ” – Tune in now! About Our Guest With over 40 years of experience in the corporate world, Tangil Johnson is a rare gift to those wanting to get into corporate, especially people of color. Through her consulting services, she has been empowering individuals to navigate the corporate landscape, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals. As a high-energy global corporate professional, she has achieved remarkable success in change management, sales, recruiting, marketing, facilitating, coaching, and training. Tangil's passion lies in helping others ignite their dreams and reach their full potential. Her expertise and industry experience span across management consulting, IT, engineering, manufacturing, staffing, search, corporate recruiting, and personal growth. Tangil holds a Bachelor of Science Psychology- I/O Psychology degree from Purdue University Global with a number of certifications related to assessments and HR - CEB, DiSC, PXTS, SHRM CP Connect with Tangil Facebook: Your Corporate IQ Instagram: @tangiljohnson Twitter: @tangilsmith Connect with Tiffany Visit our site: https://moneytalkwitht.com Facebook: Money Talk With Tiff Twitter: @moneytalkwitht Instagram: @moneytalkwitht LinkedIn: Tiffany Grant Additional Links & Resources The Career Toolkit with Mark Herschberg I Switch Careers & So Can You! Here's How! (https://moneytalkwitht.com/podcast/switch-careers/) Boost Your Career with Personal Branding: What You Need To Know! How To Make More Money in Your Career - Tried and True Strategies for Success This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

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Key Takeaways

Build a "Circle of Five" to accelerate career growth

You're only as good as the five people closest to you—compare their finances and success to yours

Don't remove existing relationships; expand your circle like branches on a tree to include mentors with desired knowledge and influence

Seek out people who can provide specific expertise (e.g., finance, parenting, career navigation) that your current circle lacks

Follow the "Smitty Plan" for goal achievement

Step 1: Put God first and be positive—start with belief rather than obstacles

Step 2: Define your "what"—give yourself permission to explore even seemingly ludicrous goals

Step 3: Do the research on requirements to achieve your goal

Step 4: Create a written plan with actionable steps and contingency plans for obstacles

Step 5: Just do it—stop procrastinating and execute

Know yourself before making career moves

Understand your passions, intrinsic rewards, and what makes you tick beyond money

Treat yourself as CEO of your own business and do an inventory of who you are

Evaluate the "playing field" you're on—understand how your industry operates before planning next moves

Navigate corporate strategically: up, across, or out

If an organization is flat with no upward mobility, consider lateral moves or exiting entirely

Know your long-term goals (e.g., VP of HR) and don't accept roles that don't align with your trajectory

Stand firm on your aspirations during interviews and negotiations

Intro

Tiffany Grant interviews her longtime career coach Tangil Johnson, who has helped her navigate corporate success including raises and promotions, to share actionable strategies for career advancement.

Tangil Johnson has over 40 years of corporate experience spanning change management, sales, recruiting, marketing, and training. She holds a BS in Psychology-I/O Psychology from Purdue University Global and certifications including SHRM-CP. Her consulting focuses on helping people of color navigate corporate landscapes.

Increase Your Corporate IQ with Tangil Johnson | Ep. 269

Key Takeaways

Intro

– The Circle of Five Concept

– The Smitty Plan Explained

– Starting with Self-Knowledge

– Tangil's New Podcast: Your Corporate IQ

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