Do you understand that one way privilege of any ilk presents itself is when someone automatically takes control and puts themself in charge of you and everyone in the space? Because women of color, especially Black women, are not centered in business or in the workplace, sometimes we acquiesce to others who take this stance automatically. Remember the woman in Jason’s Deli who charged me up about my…
My brothers… Please be careful. You sound like the All Lives Matter crew when you question why Black Women require advocacy. You too can be an ally if you open your minds, and it would mean a lot. It’s amazing how many Black men get a little frazzled when they learn that I’m an advocate for women and women of color. They start asking questions like: “what about…
Let’s talk about the relationship between White women and Black women in the workplace for a moment. It’s time. Let’s keep it 💯. I had the privilege of going live on The Back Pack Show LIVE with Chris Brogan and Kerry Gorgone talking about my new book No Thanks: 7 Ways to Say I’ll Just Include Myself. I broke news there about the remix of #NoThanks that is upcoming. It’s…
As I work in my private coaching practice, which blends leadership development and strategic communications, I find it interesting to hear how so many professionals are being required to have dozens of “camera-on” conversations and appearances every day. It isn’t without its awkwardness either—the work-from-home environment has collided simultaneously with online school at home for many of us, and, well, camera-on isn’t always possible. Imagine giving a keynote…
WHAT A DAY FOR WOMEN AND WOMEN OF COLOR!!! Yesterday, I joined millions of women who donned their pearls and “chucks” to watch the Inauguration. This was indeed a monumental moment. For the next four years, corporate environments will have a glimpse at what women of color can be—-rockstar leaders at the highest levels. We shouldn’t wait for them to realize it. Sis, we have to make the…
You can’t swing a hashtag without hitting a social media post or leadership article about resilience, especially through this crisis. It is no secret that this is one of the qualities that sets great leaders apart from the rest. I call it my ability to bend, not break. But did you ever consider that you may be relying on false resilience? This week’s NSC Coaching Cohort group session pondered…
I have much to be grateful for despite the traumatic nature of 2020. In addition to securing my coaching certification in Feb and in July, my credential from the International Coaching Federation, there was the launch of NSC eLearning. But to give you a glimpse, here is NSC 2020 by the numbers, with much of it happening in the heart of the pandemic. (This is why I practice…
I’m really enjoying this journey as an author. No Thanks has been a joy to share with the world. It has really allowed me to stretch my gifts and walk boldly in my purpose. As I reflect back on that time in grad school when I made the list of items I wanted to accomplish but couldn’t at the time, I’m thrilled to be walking each and every…
It’s Virtual. It’s Monthly. It’s all about your next. If you are looking for a way to take your leadership vision to an actionable plan, I have something for you. NSC eLearning is now offering monthly membership subscriptions that will provide just that, and for a limited time, sign up for the premium subscription and you will get the #NoThanks Journal for FREE. You will receive: One digital…
It’s a very popular trend–vision boarding. Maybe this year, the party may not be the same. In fact, it may be virtual. It’s a great practice, and for many, it’s a great time to reconnect with sisterfriends and some men who want to manifest greater, move forward, find their next. I’m all for it. It is a great way to set aside space for the real thinking we…