Shelleye | Shelly Archambeau

In the current business landscape, organizations have a unique opportunity to foster women of color leaders through purposeful leadership. While women of color contribute significantly to diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee well-being, their representation in top leadership positions remains limited. This article emphasizes the importance of recognizing the skills needed for leadership and offers ten strategies for employers to empower women of color in their careers. From providing training and development to prioritizing diversity and inclusion, these actions aim to bridge the leadership gap and create more equitable workplaces.

Harvard Business Review | Octavia Goredema

Toxic workplace cultures can leave employees questioning their values and competence, making them consider leaving their jobs. However, deciding when to involve HR in a toxic situation can be a daunting task. This article offers guidance by presenting three essential questions to help employees assess their options and weigh the pros and cons of approaching HR, ensuring they make an informed decision about addressing workplace toxicity.

MIT Sloan Management Review | Donald Sull and Charles Sull

Toxic cultures in the workplace can have serious consequences, leading to stress, anxiety, burnout, and even physical health issues among employees. Research indicates that three key drivers contribute to toxic cultures: toxic leadership, toxic social norms, and poor work design. This article explores these drivers and provides evidence-based interventions for addressing toxic cultures and fostering a healthier workplace environment.

Greater Good Magazine | Patricia Faison Hewlin

This article explores the pressure to conform, the consequences of suppressing authenticity, and the elements that drive conformity. Learn about the traits of authenticity, its relational aspect, personalized journey, and foundation in core values. Gain insights into how to become more authentic by evaluating your core values, defining negotiables and non-negotiables, and finding your threshold of authenticity. Embrace authenticity as a journey that contributes to a more diverse, innovative, and engaged workplace.

Harvard Business Review | Deepa Purushothaman

In this video, Deepa Purushothaman, principal at Deloitte Consulting LLP, discusses the importance of understanding how you're perceived when your expertise is challenged. She provides insights into effectively responding to such challenges and offers valuable advice on navigating professional situations where your knowledge is questioned.