Why did you create The Collective Identity Mentoring?

I founded The Collective Identity Mentoring because mentoring was crucial in helping me step toward my full potential. I've been fortunate enough to have had mentors who helped me. From learning about how to dress for the occasion and act confidently to sales tactics and career development, I know that my mentors helped pave my path to success. Through these people, I learned that sometimes it takes a collective effort to help guide a young woman to achieve her full potential.

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And in her spare time…

When Nicole is not working on TCI, you can find Nicole at the beach or exercising. Nicole is currently attending Pepperdine University receiving her M.A. in Psychology and will graduate in Summer of 2023.

Get to know Nicole.

At the age of 18, Nicole Lynn embarked on a journey into adulthood fueled by ambition but faced with uncertainty. Uncertain of how to navigate the complexities of success and burdened by the weight of adult expectations, Nicole grappled with fundamental tasks such as crafting a resume and projecting a professional demeanor.

Fortunately, Nicole's path intersected with mentors who would become her guiding lights on the road to achievement. Among them was Roxanne, a fellow Black woman whose mentorship proved to be transformative. Under Roxanne's guidance, Nicole learned the intricacies of creating a professional resume and discovered the power of mentorship to shape her future.

This pivotal moment propelled Nicole into the professional world, where she secured a position at BMG Music Publishing, marking the beginning of a remarkable career journey. Alongside her professional accomplishments, Nicole achieved a significant milestone as the first member of her family to earn a Bachelor's degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).

Undeterred by challenges, Nicole continued to pursue her passion for education, eventually earning her Master's degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Nicole's educational journey was a testament to her unwavering dedication and determination to succeed.

Throughout her trajectory, Nicole acknowledges the profound impact of her mentors, who provided invaluable guidance on everything from professional attire and self-assurance to sales tactics and career development. Their support served as the foundation for Nicole's path to success.

Today, Nicole Lynn is a beacon of inspiration and empowerment, testament to the transformative power of education and mentorship. Her journey underscores the importance of resilience, perseverance, and the belief in one's ability to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness.

We asked, she answered.

Q&A with Nicole Lynn.

Tell us about a time when you experienced "Imposter Syndrome" and how did you overcome it?

It was my first day attending my first class at NYU. I remember sitting in class and looking around and seeing how these New Yorkers seemed so worldly, and I suddenly felt inadequate and childlike. I suddenly forgot how to take notes and was becoming paralyzed by my own perceived ineptitude. When I realized what I was doing, I immediately changed my internal dialog, gave myself a little pep talk by reminding myself that "I deserve to be here." once I did that, it was smooth sailing.

One question for Michelle Obama?

Do you have any words of wisdom and advice for the next generation of Black women who will experience implicit bias and both micro and macro aggressions.

What are you reading?

What I know for sure by Oprah Winfrey