Turning Setbacks Into Purpose
Every once in a while, you get to share your story in a way that reminds you why you started. I’m deeply honored to have been featured in Nashville Voyager Magazine — a publication that celebrates local entrepreneurs, creators, and change-makers who are building something meaningful from the heart. In this interview, I talk about how my journey through corporate America — and two major layoffs — ultimately led me to found Tate of Mind Consulting, a business dedicated to helping people unlock their potential and take control of their careers.
The Heart Behind Tate of Mind
What started as a small side hustle turned into a purpose-filled business that merges my passion for career empowerment, diversity and inclusion, and human-centered growth.
At Tate of Mind, we help clients:
- Build powerful, keyword-optimized resumes that pass the AI test
- Craft LinkedIn profiles that get noticed by recruiters
- Create confident, actionable job search strategies
- Navigate layoffs, promotions, and salary negotiations
- Overcome bias and advocate for themselves in spaces that weren’t built for them
My mission has always been to make the career journey less confusing and more empowering — especially for women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ professionals who are too often left behind by traditional hiring systems.
Lessons in Resilience and Reinvention
In the feature, I shared one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned: your mindset is your greatest asset. Whether you’re launching a business or re-entering the job market, resilience, clarity, and a strong community make all the difference. I also spoke about the importance of defining your niche and building a pipeline — lessons that apply not only to entrepreneurs, but to anyone navigating their career growth.
“Trying to appeal to everyone almost always sets you up for struggle.”
Kimberly Stephan-Tate
Focusing your energy on the right people and opportunities allows you to grow faster
and with more purpose.
Why This Work Matters
The reality is that wage gaps and systemic inequities still persist. For example:
- Women still earn about $0.83 for every dollar men make (PayScale, 2025).
- Black women earn roughly 67.7 cents, and Latinas around 51 cents to the dollar compared to white men (NYS DOL, National Partnership).
That’s why I’m committed to helping people not just find jobs — but build careers that reflect their worth.
Read the Full Feature
I’d love for you to check out the full interview with Nashville Voyager Magazine, where
I share more about my journey, what inspires me, and how Tate of Mind Consulting
continues to evolve.
