Tag: equity
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Executive Order: Love Your Neighbor
A popular workplace etiquette rule says, “there are two things you should never discuss, politics and religion.” Politics has the potential to get people on the defense or in attack mode. Years ago in my own blunder as a naive new professional, I found this to be true. As some in society seemingly indulge in…
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3 Reasons Why Minority Mentoring Matters
“If I can do it, then so can you!” This is a common phrase I repeat when speaking to youth groups and new professionals. My college experience along my with first positions as a nascent professional were daunting and overwhelming. Not because I lacked capability, but because I didn’t have a mentor. I didn’t have…
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Mastering Cultural Agility: The Power of Coaching for Leaders
One of my longtime coaching clients gave me an interesting nickname. As I have walked her through overcoming the challenges of racial and social division as an organizational leader, she stated that Kathairo, “helped me stay accountable through growth while bringing definition to my goals.” She refers to me as the, “Cultural Sherpa” due to…
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New Orleans Attack: Responding with Empathy and Action
“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” -Coretta Scott King A heartbreaking tragedy took place early on New Year’s Day 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. In what’s being called an act of terrorism, a man rammed his truck through crowds on Bourbon Street, sadly killing 10…
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The Gift of Presence
Merry Christmas! This is the time of year when people are scrambling to find the right gift for their loved ones. Yet, in our fast-paced world, it’s easy to let relationships fall by the wayside. Technology takes the place of the genuine and meaningful connections that are essential for our well-being. In our distracted society,…
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Racism: Spiritual and Systemic
“I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose.” -1 Corinthians 1:10 NLT Racism, a pervasive and destructive force, can be understood as…
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Goodbye to DEI?
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” -Helen Keller News outlets large and small have been reporting recently on an impactful announcement by Walmart. Forbes, CNN, and several other have stated that the behemoth global retailer has announced that it will substantially scale back its diversity equity and inclusion (DEI)…
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3 Ways Diversity Improves Organizational Culture
Maya Angelou once said, “In diversity there is beauty and there is strength.” Ethnic and racial diversity in the workplace is more than just a buzzword; it’s a powerful driver of productivity. Here are three key ways diversity can boost your team’s performance: This Malcolm Forbes quotes sums it up well, “Diversity is the art…
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Connections over Candidates
Today I came across three shocking words on Google. Election Day Anxiety. Sadly this has become an immense concern as many are concerned about anger and fear. Politics doesn’t have to ruin relationships. There is a better way. In today’s increasingly polarized political landscape, maintaining healthy relationships can be challenging. While political discussions can be…
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How to Connect with Someone Across the Divide
Many cultural commentators would say that people are becoming more and more divided. While virtually no one would argue against the fact that we all desire community, people are also quite adept at separating from each other. It seems that our need for community is expressed to fault. We don’t just appreciate our own culture…
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