199. Edwige Robinson - Define Success on Your Own Terms

R.O.G. Return on Generosity

“Take micro steps and achieve uncommon success.”

“Build supportive communities and extend grace.”

“Define success on your own terms and embrace uniqueness.”

Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction: Edwige Robinson's Journey
• 02:45 Believe It's Possible: Conquering Mountains and Achieving Uncommon Success
• 05:15 The Power of Micro Steps and Momentum
• 10:03 Building Supportive Communities and Extending Grace
• 16:04 Defining Success on Your Own Terms
• 21:13 Assuming Positive Intent and Choosing Love in the Workplace
• 25:05 Creating Your Own Path and Making a Positive Impact

Episode Summary:

Edwige Robinson, author of 'Believe It's Possible,' shares her insights on achieving success and embracing your uniqueness. She emphasizes the importance of taking micro steps, building supportive communities, and defining success on your own terms. Edwige encourages listeners to extend grace, assume positive intent, and choose love in the workplace. She reminds us that we have the power to create our own path and make a positive impact on others. Her book serves as a guide to help readers conquer their mountains, blaze their trails, and achieve uncommon success.

R.O.G. Takeaway Tips:

• Take micro steps and embrace the momentum of small wins to achieve success.
• Build supportive communities and surround yourself with a personal board of directors.
• Define success on your own terms and embrace what makes you different.
• Extend grace, assume positive intent, and choose love in the workplace.
• You have the power to create your own path and make a positive impact on others.

Guest Bio:

Edwige A. Robinson is a transformative force in the world of technology. Recognized as a subject matter expert, speaker, and visionary, Edwige seamlessly combines her engineering proficiency, technological acumen, and business expertise to bring the future to the present for both her team and customers. One of her superpowers is her ability to take complex ideas and simplify them to enable accelerated business growth.

Her collaborative approach across Fortune 100 enterprises has proven to be a winning strategy for transformation. With over 27 years in telecommunications and technology, she specializes in leading strategic initiatives that drive transformative change within Fortune 100 companies. In her previous role, at industry leaders like T-Mobile, Edwige directed multi-billion-dollar projects in engineering, operations, and risk management, focusing on operational excellence, cost efficiency, and rapid market deployment. Moreover, in telecom giants like CommScope, Verizon Wireless, Nortel, AT&T, and Comcast NBC Universal, Edwige has honed her ability to adapt quickly to market shifts and evolve legacy systems into agile, efficient operations.

Her journey in technology began as a Field Technician, navigating the streets and scaling rooftops in Washington, D.C. It was in these humble beginnings that she realized the impact on customer experience and the power of strategic planning.

Today, acknowledged as the third-ranked leader in Telco and Innovation by Mobile Magazine and a recipient of the 30 Black Stars Pinnacle Award, Edwige’s impact extends globally. She's recognized in Crain's 2023 Chicago Business Notable Women in STEM, a member of Forbes Magazine Technology Council, and listed in Onalytica's Who’s Who in 5G, and March 8's top 100 women in Technology. Edwige is also a member of the Executive Leadership Council, which enables Black executives to positively impact business and their communities.

Beyond her professional achievements, Edwige is a beacon of hope and courage. Recognized by Aleria Tech as one of the “Awesome Black Women Everyone Should Know” and a mentor for the 1 million STEM women, she exemplifies the possibilities that arise with the right mentors, guidance, and courage. She is a sought-after speaker at global tech conferences as well as at AfroTech and Grace Hopper Conferences.

Edwige recently released her book, Believe It’s Possible. A narrative of hope, courage, leadership, and the unwavering belief in the potential within each individual.

Resources:

• Be your own hero - Edwige A Robinson, Sr. Vice President at T-Mobile
• Wednesday Live! with Edwige Robinson
• Edwige A. Robinson, As triple minority leader in Tech - Navigating the Technology Realm
• Edwige Robinson - Global Motivational Speaker
• How to Become a Leader in Technology
• Edwige Robinson's Website
• Edwige Robinson on Twitter/X (@Edwigerobinson)
• Edwige Robinson on Instagram (@edwigerobinson)
• Edwige Robinson on TikTok (@Believeitspossible8)
• Edwige Robinson on Linkedin (in/edwigearobinson)
• Linkedin newsletter for Edwige Robinson

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Credits:

Edwige Robinson, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.

Coming Next: Please join us next week, Episode 200, Host, Shannon Cassidy.