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Creating Women of Color Leaders Through Purposeful Leadership
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.
20% of White Employees Have Sponsors. Only 5% of Black Employees Do.
Harvard Business Review | Sylvia Ann Hewlett and Kennedy Ihezie
Executive sponsorship plays a pivotal role in advancing Black talent within organizations, yet only a small fraction of up-and-coming Black employees manage to secure sponsorship. This article underscores the challenges Black managers face in accessing sponsorship from senior colleagues, highlighting the need for urgent and well-funded interventions to facilitate access to advocacy for Black executives and managers. Sponsorship is a transformative relationship that accelerates career growth for both protégés and sponsors.
To Establish Executive Presence, Women Leaders Need To Stop Playing Nice
Forbes | Devika Das
Learn how to escape the "niceness trap" in leadership and boost your executive presence. Discover five actionable strategies to redefine your leadership style, set boundaries, and cultivate self-awareness for a stronger presence in the workplace. Say goodbye to underperformance and hello to a more impactful leadership journey.