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From Survival to Strategy: How Coaching Helped Shontell Edwards Reclaim Her Voice, Value, and Vision
When Shontell Edwards began coaching with Melanie White of Sisyphus HR, she didn’t come looking for a resume refresh or a job title upgrade.

Melanie White
Aug 123 min read


Behind the Curtain: Performance Reviews, Politics, and How to Survive the Gladiator Arena
For over a decade, I worked in HR inside some of the most complex healthcare organizations. There, “evidence-based” wasn’t a buzzword—it was

Melanie White
Aug 44 min read


From Spotlight to Strategy: How Actor Karen Ceesay Reinvented Her Career with Coaching Support from Melanie White
Karen Ceesay is a name that resonates in households across America. Known for her roles in Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, and Black Lightning, Karen carved out a distinguished career in Atlanta’s entertainment industry.

Melanie White
Jul 304 min read


The Invisible Weight of Performative Presence: Why Return-To-Office Debates Miss the Real Problem
By Melanie White | HR Strategist & Executive Coach Let’s begin with an uncomfortable truth: for many Black professionals, “going to work”...

Melanie White
Jun 306 min read


Beyond Burnout: Practical, Powerful Ways to Reclaim Your Energy and Purpose in a Season of Uncertainty
In a world where pink slips feel more common than pay raises, and “restructuring” is code for more work and fewer teammates, burnout...

Melanie White
Jun 26 min read


Psychological Safety Is Strategic: HR’s Role in Bridging the Gap with Tech Teams
In today’s high-growth, high-pressure business environment, HR leaders can no longer focus solely on compliance and policy. We are now...

Melanie White
Apr 227 min read
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