Progressing in your career and reaching your career goals always comes with challenges…but they're never challenges you can’t overcome. In this episode of The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast, I welcome Dr. Pat Sanders, a tenured professor and Host of This Prof Life: Women of Color in Higher Education, a podcast that shares the personal stories and experiences of women of color working in the academy. We talk about her journey through academia as a black woman and how owning your unconditional self-worth will help you succeed in your career, even in the most challenging times.IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT…Dr. Sanders’ self-worth journey: Finding her voice, imposter syndrome in the academy, & questioning her abilities and personality.Challenges Dr. Sanders has encountered as a black woman in academia.The power of acknowledging your skills and accomplishments.Why knowing you are more than your role, position, or title is essential.Affirmations and advice for people, especially black women, who are navigating academia or challenging careers.If you’re interested in listening to my guest appearance on This Prof Life Podcast: Women of Color in Higher Education, visit: www.drpatsanders.com/podcast/episode/1a934037/36-she-left-higher-education-to-pursue-her-true-calling Stream & Download The Unconditionally Worthy Podcast NOW for FREE on Apple Podcast, Google, Stitcher, Pandora, and Spotify!To connect further with Dr. Pat Sanders:Visit her website: www.drpatsanders.comFollow her on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drpatsandersFollow her on Twitter: www.twitter.com/DrPatSanders1Connect with her on Facebook: www.facebook.com/drpatsanders1Connect with her on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drpatsandersListen to the This Prof Life Podcast: www.drpatsanders.com/podcast To connect further with me:Visit my website: www.dradiagooden.com Connect with me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/dradiagooden Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dradiagooden Connect with me on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/adia-gooden-4b26751b Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XEKNQvDXtHI