Tag: ethnicity
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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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Do You Have a Deep Inner Life?
Dynamic Leadership Series Part 1 The story of Joseph, the son of Jacob from Genesis, is a powerful example of dynamic and transformative leadership from the inside out. This is a fascinating story of resilience, forgiveness, and faith. Joseph was his father’s favorite, which invited his brothers’ disdain. This set off a chain of events…
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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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Defying the Trend: Costco Commits to DEI
Recently Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, decided to significantly scale back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Sadly, many corporations have followed suit. In a refreshing move, Costco recently faced criticism for its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, yet the company remains committed to these efforts. This decision highlights the true value of…
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Unity and Power: The Significance of Kwanzaa
Do you know what Kwanzaa is all about? It is not an alternative to Christmas or other religious celebrations? Maulana Karenga, who created Kwanzaa in 1966, said that “Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, but a cultural one with an inherent spiritual quality.” Celebrated from December 26th to January 1st, Kwanzaa is a vibrant African…
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Smash the Spite Wall
In the 1930’s Morgan State University experienced an upswing in its enrollment. Derision grew quickly against the expansion of the historically Black college, as this yielded an upswing of African Americans in the area. The response of the white residents? A structure was built that came to be known as the “spite wall” or a…
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Beyond Borders: Our Shared Humanity
Immigrants and refugees are often seen as less than human, but they deserve the same respect and dignity as anyone else. They are often fleeing violence, poverty, and persecution in search of a better life. Before that, they are human beings, inherently worthy of dignity. By welcoming them with open arms, we can create a…
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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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Gratitude: 3 Ways Thankfulness Improves Relationships
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.” -Psalm 136:1 Gratitude, the simple act of acknowledging and appreciating the positive aspects of our lives, can have a profound impact on our relationships. When we cultivate a sense of gratitude, we open ourselves up to deeper connections, stronger bonds, and more…
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