PinnedAudio-Pilot: The Listening Leader and Navigational LeadershipWorkplace “pilots”, aka, Leaders, should do more listening than talking. Sharing similar responsibility with aviation pilots, these Leaders are carefully selected with the responsibility to the “souls”, or employees onboard. When they do communicate, it’s about what they are doing, the current position or direction and a timely and relevant…Leadership2 min readLeadership2 min read
PinnedKeeping Up with the Karens: Fall Racism Fashion ReviewThe latest trend this Fall in fashion is the timeless pattern of diffuse and deflect. It seems the casual wearing of accountability is this season’s latest outerwear. This layered look is perfect for the winds of worry that swirl through the systems of oppression, racism and social injustice. Trotting down…Racism2 min readRacism2 min read
Mar 31, 2022Trauma is no joke! Will Smith & Chris Rock.Sticks and Stones may Break my Bones, but Words will Never Hurt Me. This is not an article about celebrating nor condemning Will Smith or Chris Rock. This is a highlight of truth that applies to us all. Trauma is real and can manifest itself in an audible and physical…Trauma2 min readTrauma2 min read
Published in The Startup·Feb 24, 2022ROI in DEI: The Cost of Employee BelongingShow me your budget and I will show you your morals. The 21st century boardroom has added a seat for a societal consciousness and morale. Employers are confronted with the realities and social conditions that exist beyond their products, packaging and warehouses, and being held accountable to these truths. Productivity…Employee Engagement4 min readEmployee Engagement4 min read
Jun 25, 2021Dear White Business, You Failed Blacks on JuneteenthJuneteenth came on last Saturday and as a Black woman, what I expected to see happened. I saw an abundance of Predominately White Institutions (PWI’s) making public statements and actions of what they consider “celebrations” of the newly established National Holiday. One particular article surrounding a popular build it yourself…Business3 min readBusiness3 min read
Mar 15, 2021Not Another Racist JokeA Rose, a Cactus and a Weed walk into a bar. The bartender asks, “How’s work?”. Rose eagerly responds first., “It is great! Everyone loves me! I fit in among the employees and I am growing very tall. Taller than most of the others. In fact, they barely notice or even mention my thorns! I am so proud to be in such a naturally diverse community…Race4 min readRace4 min read
Jun 25, 2020A Reconciliation of Black LifeI am one of the People of Color that are being crushed and constricted by the hate, bigotry and genocide that illuminates our country today. As I attempt to find the words to explain to my two Black boys and daughter that our race, our culture and identity is on…Black Lives Mater2 min readBlack Lives Mater2 min read
Apr 9, 2020COVID-19 Layoffs:Survivors GuiltIt has been a few weeks since the initial announcement of layoffs at my workplace as a result of the devastating impact of COVID-19. Washington state, where I live and work, is now infamously recognized as “ground zero” for America’s Coronavirus outbreak. Each day, I intently follow the news and…Leadership4 min readLeadership4 min read
Feb 24, 2020Trust Your Inner ChildWhat do you want to be when you grow up? This is what we were constantly asked by teachers, parents and caregivers in our childhood. For many of us, we knew for sure: A doctor, firefighter or teacher. The choices were ever-changing. Whatever the answer, it came with a responsibility…Motivation2 min readMotivation2 min read
Published in The Startup·Feb 19, 2020Outdated and Dysfunctional: Leadership Styles in Today’s Workplace“How would you describe your leadership style?” I was asked this question by a colleague and it cautioned me to think deeply and reflect. As a member of the Millennial cohort, I no longer buy in to the 20th century leadership models of “lead from behind” or “following in another’s…Leadership4 min readLeadership4 min read
