If I haven’t said it recently, I’m going to say it now… DEI work is hard. It’s tough on the mind, body, and spirit. It is inherently infused with emotions – from the fervent passion that drives advocates to the raw pain of those marginalized and discriminated against. Acknowledging and dissecting these emotions is the…
For the past three years, I’ve worked with leaders to help them understand the psychological safety of their organizations. Through that work, I realized that I had the unique opportunity to not just talk about psychological safety but to coach leaders on how emotional intelligence is the key to creating those more inclusive and psychologically…
In today’s rapidly changing and diverse workplaces, fostering an environment that centers on inclusion is more important than ever. When employees feel connected, they are happier, more productive, and contribute to a positive and innovative work culture. According to a recent Qualtrics study, 78% of people who feel connected to their organization rate their well-being…
One of the key gaps in managing inclusion efforts is the need to give people a compelling reason to change. People often only change when the pain of staying where they are becomes more painful than the pain of change. This is a common phenomenon in change management, yet DEI initiatives are often managed separately…
Over the last year or two, I’ve intentionally shifted how I work with clients. You rarely hear me talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Instead, I have focused my efforts on empowering leaders to create inclusive workplaces. Research shows that employees from different backgrounds bring unique perspectives, which, when harnessed effectively, can lead to increased…
Anyone who has worked with me knows I live by the mantra, “Let’s stir it up a bit.” That’s my way of pushing against the status quo and challenging systems, policies, and authorities on how we operate. That’s what this week’s episode is all about. Good trouble means pushing boundaries. It means standing up for…
Leadership has been an integral part of my learning journey throughout my life. From leading church youth groups as a teen to serving as the leadership development chair for my sorority, I never shy away from opportunities to lead and develop the skills of others. Even now, as I work with leaders and executives through The…
Community cultural wealth assets. In this week’s podcast, Dr. Hayley Haywood discusses the concept of community cultural wealth. Community cultural wealth is a call to action to complicate and expand how we think about capital in our society. It challenges us to value and celebrate the various gifts and attributes that communities of color can…
Grow professionally through mentorship. Mentorship is an invaluable tool for professional growth and can be crucial to advancing in any career. Mentorship can take many forms. From peer-to-peer relationships to more formalized arrangements with a mentor, mentorship can provide an invaluable source of guidance, support, and advice. Sandra Hunter, the founder of Wild Women Leaders…
It’s deja-vu all over again… It has been a few weeks since I wrote a blog post and I thought this was the perfect topic to explain why. I’m tired, and my self-care has been slacking. The last few weeks have been a bit more challenging than most as I’ve been juggling more of the…