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What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you really want is a story you’ve been holding onto for far too long? A story that says, “You need to have it all figured out.” “Certainty is safer than possibility.” “You’re not ready.”

This week on The Flourish Careers Podcast, I’m talking with Dominique Luster—archivist, storyteller, and founder of The Luster Company, where she’s devoted to preserving and uplifting Black narratives.

As an archivist, Dominique’s work is all about collecting and preserving stories. In her chapter, “The Lies We Hold,” from Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go, she realized there were also stories she was holding about herself that were quietly keeping her stuck.

Key Takeaways From Today’s Episode

When faced with personal loss and the uncertainty of a changing world, Dominique reached a crossroads. The life she was living no longer fit the person she was becoming. And like any good archivist, she got curious.  

Her inspiration was Charity, her fifth great-grandmother, a woman who, against all odds, built a life, a business, and a lasting legacy.

In this conversation, we explore:

+ The lies we quietly hold about readiness and success—and how to release them
+ The freedom that comes from letting go of the pressure to have it all figured out
+ Why failure isn’t something to avoid, but a vital part of growth
+ How the metaphor of baking—combining simple ingredients to create something entirely new—perfectly mirrors the process of building a life on your own terms

This is a story about legacy. About letting go of certainty. About choosing curiosity over perfection—and trusting that with the right mindset, strategy, and a seed of faith… you can figure it out

Connect with Dominique:
🤝 Dominique on the web: LinkedIn | Instagram | The Luster Company Website

📗 Buy the book! Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go

More to explore:
+ Listen: Letting Go Summer playlist
+ Related Episodes: Special Edition: Brave Women, Bold Stories, A Celebration of Letting Go
+ Behind the Scenes: Meet the courageous women rewriting the rules of success

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Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go

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Want more career wisdom? Check out these podcast episodes/blog posts!

+ Special Edition: Brave Women, Bold Stories, A Celebration of Letting Go
+ No More Hiding Featuring Amy Quesenberry
+ How to Feel More Inspired in Your Career

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