In this current touch-and-go environment, both economically and socially, what should leaders consider now? I speak to inclusive leadership & psychological safety expert Sacha Thompson, the founder of The Equity Equation and faculty member of SOAR Women’s Leadership Academy about it. Join us Thursday March 16, streaming everywhere podcasts play, and live at noon across all of my social platforms. And don’t forget to subscribe to the…
Today’s show begins with a special message from me from the #NABJNAHJ22 Convention as I prepare for my booksigning this afternoon at Caesar’s Palace. Then we dive deep on a topic that seems to have some people in their feelings. That topic is the browning of America. Let’s face it, some people just despise the thought that our country is changing, but the numbers don’t lie, so what…
When Kim Nelson-Ingram graduated from Florida A&M University, she wanted to be in TV, but little did she know that her first job search would land her in some incredible roles in the world of radio, making history too, and eventually as a children’s book author with a vision for more. Her message is simple, and she’s lived by it: You can BEE anything. It’s a mantra that…
Get your head right 🙎🏽♀️ We’ve been through a lot 🤦🏽♀️ When is the last time you saw a therapist? If you haven’t seen one since the pandemic, gentle nudge. All this week my social campaigns have been discussing languishing, the blahs, brain fog and I’ve provided some guidance on what you can do; however, there is nothing better than sitting with a licensed therapist to…
Shhh… hear that? It’s the sound of progress. When Abby West (she/her) worked for the likes of People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly and Essence, you couldn’t have told her that one day she would be leading the charge for digital audio content for creators of color at one of the most cutting-edge content and tech companies on the planet. In fact, like most of us, back then, she…
You may have noticed that The Culture Soup Podcast® has been on break since around Thanksgiving. We’re not streaming, but we are planning a big return, Thursday, Jan 13, 2022 with some of the most exciting guests, my friends who are killing it at the intersection of tech, business and culture. The holidays are a great time to catch up, and you have nearly three years of…
It’s been a while, but the show will stream LIVE this afternoon, and I would love for you to join me! Let’s talk about what it takes to set a goal and then systematically smash it. Bring your leadership dreams and aspirations with you and let’s hack them. I’ll speak on the topic, have a series of journal prompts, and take your Q&A Live on this special broadcast…
Does your workplace culture smell? It just might, and it didn’t just happen. There’s been a lot of conversation about why people are quitting their jobs. In fact, you know that I choose to refer to it as The Great Opt Out because what The Great Resignation ignores is the insight that people have more options than ever, thanks to the democratization of the Internet. I took…
How did #TikTok shift culture during the pandemic? I spoke to one of my dear friends and former colleagues from AT&T about how the platform caused him to see things differently. Gen Z led the way, and many of us followed. You’ll meet global culture expert and DE&I advocate Mohammed Farshori. If you want to meet a rockstar leader, he definitely fits the bill. Leading global CSR efforts…
Episode 157 of The Culture Soup Podcast® is extra special for a few reasons. While the show’s tag is “with L. Michelle Smith & Friends,” it is rare that you meet those friends of mine who I’ve known for a couple of decades or more. Leslie Short is one of those people, and throughout the show, I shout out someone who has meant the world to me. It…