The most recent blog encouraged people to read the book, I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness, as a way to learn more about the lived experience of the African-American female author, Austin Channing Brown. I stated that our world needs more “radical empathy” as I referenced this quote by Isabel Wilkerson, author of the book Caste: The Origins of our … [Read more...] about Wanted: Allies & Accomplices
Black Lives: Better Understood
Recently I was asked by the Racial Justice ministry at my church to co-facilitate a Book Group. Fortunately for me, I said yes, as it turned out to be a great learning experience. My co-facilitator for the Book Group (Milli) suggested the book, I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness. It is an excellent book and I strongly recommend that you read it. I … [Read more...] about Black Lives: Better Understood
The Key to Great Meetings
We have all been in meetings that are a waste of our time. These tips, from a Harvard Business Review article, can guide you in making any meeting you run or attend more effective: 1. Prepare Your Key Points. Before you get to the meeting – decide what the most important things that you want to say are. Pick your spots and make your points. 2. Provide Purpose. If … [Read more...] about The Key to Great Meetings
Your Toxic Boss
Most people do not wake up everyday intent on doing evil. But the way some bosses act, it makes you think they do! There are many examples of “bad” leadership. But sometimes it gets toxic. Often times this is due to out-of-control egos or other psychological problems. Toxic behaviors can include being super-critical of others, berating staff, poor decision-making, … [Read more...] about Your Toxic Boss
7 Responsibilities for Great Leadership
Thousands of articles and books have been written about Leadership. Here is another with a great list of important leadership responsibilities from a recent issue of Harvard Business Review: 1. Deliver Value. Your main responsibility is to deliver value for your organization, your team, and your customers-stakeholders. 2. Handle Conflict. Don’t procrastinate on … [Read more...] about 7 Responsibilities for Great Leadership