Tunya Smith on Creating Sustainable Communities Through Diversity and Inclusion

Discover the power of equity and self-care as Tanya Smith from the NCDOT's Office of Civil Rights joins us to weave a narrative that bridges the gap between professional success and personal well-being. In this empowering session, we'll unveil the importance of taking women's health seriously. Together, we traverse the evolving landscape of the workplace, offering actionable strategies for women to advocate for their worth and embrace the flexibility that modern careers demand.

Our conversation with Tanya takes us through the heart of NCDOT's mission to create an inclusive environment where diversity isn't just welcomed, but celebrated. We discuss infrastructure improvements and pioneering efforts in environmental justice that pave the way for family-friendly and sustainable communities.

To top off this session, we open the vault to Tanya's personal financial playbook, revealing the secrets to balancing passion with fiscal responsibility. By investing wisely in education and professional advancement, we underscore the significance of financial independence for young professionals, steering clear of societal pressures to overspend. As we close this chapter, we extend an invitation to our listeners to join the conversation and share their own stories of how they navigate the tightrope of work-life balance with finesse and fortitude.