Say It Skillfully® – OUR VOICES: Elijah Heyward III, COO, International African American Museum - a podcast by Molly Tschang

Say It Skillfully® is a show that helps you to benefit from Molly Tschang’s expert guidance on the best possible ways to speak your mind at work in a positive and productive manner. In Episode 43 the inspiring Elijah Heyward describes his beginnings in Beaufort, SC. He shares his profound connection to his southern roots & Gullah Geechee cultural identity and the affirming experience of attending HBCU Hampton University, which led him to Yale Divinity School & being the 1st African American graduate in the American Studies PhD program at UNC, Chapel Hill. He speaks passionately of his journey; generously of his learnings. “The blessing of life is meeting people who have different experiences than you.” (17:45). Elijah’s is an abundance mindset: “There’s enough success for everyone.” He notes there are so many ways to be American (37:00) & offers perspective on becoming better educated on the human condition (43:30). Tune in for how to be safe, seen & heard, and our true & best selves.

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