I’m Not Racist…Or Am I? The Answer Might Be Yes.
Ever been told you were racist? I have – or in reality, I was confronted about the racist impact of something I did – which FELT like they called me racist! That was…
Effectively Closing An Emotionally Charged Session
I know you’ve been there. You presented a workshop where participants were actively engaged and sharing – so much so that when it was time to close the session, you sensed an overwhelm…
Workplace Conflict? How to Overcome Challenging Situations
Are you miserable at work? Fed up with workplace conflict that undermines morale and lowers productivity? Frustrated because the same old issues keep pushing your buttons – and you find yourself reacting…
How Dare You Say That! Dealing With Constructive Criticism
Okay. I’ll be the first to admit it: It’s easier for me to give people feedback than to receive it. And you’re responding, “Whew! Now I don’t feel so bad!” But constructive criticism…
Summer Slowdown? Not at Your Organization!
No summer slowdown here! No matter what time of year it is, your organization can take steps to move towards a more equitable workplace, driving change that is both lasting and meaningful. Today,…
I Want to Speak Up at Work…But I Fear Retaliation
How many times I have heard that comment! Lots of Things Can Happen When Inclusion Training Starts I’ve worked for decades as an organizational change consultant, helping organizations to establish socially just…
Bosses and Staff Together At Inclusion Sessions: Yes or No?
For many employees, honest discussion on many topics is inhibited when supervisors and bosses are present. Discussing discrimination and exclusion in the workplace can prove even more challenging when bosses – who have…
When TMI Happens at a Training on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
It happens sometimes. Your organization is committed to inclusion. Training sessions offer participants the opportunity to reflect, discuss and comment on exclusion and discrimination within the organization. And the dialogue is meaningful. Equity…
Feeling Excluded In Your Inclusion Efforts?
“Help! I’m feel like I’m the only one at my organization striving for equity and inclusion. I’m frustrated and drained.” Can you relate to those feelings of weariness? I know you can! I’ve…
You’ve been asked to train on equity & inclusion, but…
So, you’ve been asked to train on equity and inclusion, but there’s one small problem…you’ve never done it before! Eeeek…where do you start? A caller raised this great question during one of my…
