February is Black History Month. A time to learn and celebrate the many contributions of Black Americans. Unfortunately, like the initial commitment to address racism after the events during the summer of 2020, it is all too often that a month passes without creating lasting change. Let’s make this year different. Education must include learning…
The storming of the Capitol revealed harsh realities of inequities and division – clear opposites of equity and unity. If we are going to move toward healing and unity, we must commit to tasks that look at our part on an individual basis. We need to become more aware as we identify problems so that…
This quote from Brené Brown defines leadership, and it sounds like an easy formula for leading people. If that is the case, why is so much talent and potential left untapped? Why do so many people still hold part of themselves back at work? Why are many people overlooked, stereotyped, or categorized? What does this…
The reality is we are in the middle of uncertain, chaotic, and unsettled times. The pandemic, the election, the economy, impact all of us and the world. It can be challenging to stay grounded and focused while in the midst of what we are facing. And there are things we can do to get centered…
There is a strong focus on learning how we can be more inclusive. Hundreds of articles and many challenges for digging in to gain an understanding on how to be more equitable have been published. And yet, there is still a statement I hear: “Tell us what to do.” This is a statement I heard…
The most recent events have shifted the focus. We must leave “business as usual” behind as it relates to changing the status quo in organizations. This must be a turning point in what companies do to create racial justice and truly inclusive environments. It is time for change! All too often, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion…
This is a call to action. The time is now to identify, transform and move from racism to anti-racism. I am grateful to my friend, Lisa Culhane, with whom I was discussing racism while in the midst of drafting this blog. She gave me the image of a ladder. A ladder of levels of racism.…
We hear a lot these days about Imposter Syndrome (IS). Probably many of us, if not most of us, have experienced the feelings that cause anxiety and worry. Imposter Syndrome is defined as “the persistent inability to believe that one’s success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one’s own efforts…
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone impacted by these unprecedented times as we manage with the impact of COVID-19. We will get through this together, and hopefully, we will come out on the other side stronger, wiser, and more aware of and aligned with our individual purposes. While we are isolating and being…
March is designated as Women’s History Month. In honor of this contribution, I wanted to take a moment to look at some challenges that have been perpetuated throughout history. Once you’re done reading this article, you’ll see how you can change the story. Let’s look specifically at: Ongoing biases and procedures that exacerbate the lack…