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Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Unleashing Your Full Potential

If you’ve ever felt like an imposter at work, you’re not alone. A 2019 review of 62 studies on imposter syndrome suggested anywhere from 9 to 82% of people report having thoughts along these lines at some point. Imposter syndrome is a psychological phenomenon that affects many people, regardless of their age, gender, or profession. […]

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Becoming an Ally for LGBTQ+ Individuals in the Workplace

During Pride Month, businesses often take the time to re-examine how they relate to their LGBTQ+ employees and clients, and the results can range from inclusive and helpful to performative. Or overlooked. You and your business have an opportunity to strive to make your relationships with LGBTQ+ clients and employees a comfortable and seamless part […]

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Five Key Skills to Engage Others in Your DEIB Role

As organizations are increasingly recognizing the value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), the demand for DEIB professionals is rapidly growing. DEIB leaders play a critical role in promoting an inclusive culture and driving business success. However, it is not an easy job. To be effective in your role, you need to possess a […]

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Managing Your DEI Role and Career Management

Recently, I served as coach faculty for The Forum for Workplace Inclusion by leading a robust discussion with DEI leaders on items to consider when managing yourself and others in a DEI role. In my own life, I’ve experienced how impactful it can be when we take time to reflect on ways to improve in […]

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Supporting AAPI Talent with Tools and Coaching

AAPI Heritage Month is a Good Time to Think About Leadership Opportunities During May, we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and that’s a great time for companies to take stock of their leadership opportunities for employees who are members of the AAPI community. Managers understand that in a time when we are […]

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Accessibility in the Workplace

Creating Accessible and Inclusive Workplaces As many offices are renovating to adjust their spaces to be more welcoming to all, they have an opportunity to review their spaces with a more inclusive lens to address the question: How accessible are we to everyone? How are our spaces and sites accessible, and what else can we […]

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Unleashing the Magical Momentum of Group Mentoring Circles to Reinvigorate your ERGs

Reinvigorating the Momentum of ERGs Through Mentoring Circles Over the past several years, many organizations have formed or launched Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), business resource groups, or Employee Network Groups as part of their DEI+Belonging (DEIB) strategies. These ERGs are essential to connect employees to others with shared interests and backgrounds and connect them to […]

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Inclusion for Patients and Caregivers

Reimagining Caregiver Support and a Cancer-Free World Being a caregiver can feel like a lonely experience, even though so many people find themselves in that role at some point. Recent data shows 53 million, or nearly one in five, people in the United States provide an adult with health care or functional needs. Making up […]

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Looking Beyond Tokenism

Part 2: Looking Beyond Tokenism  In part one, we talked about how sharing impactful, authentic, and inclusive storytelling about employees can foster inclusion and a sense of belonging. With the positive intent to highlight personal stories to celebrate employees, some firms in their enthusiasm may risk being accused of tokenism.  What is tokenism? According to […]

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The voices of Wei Wei and Lisa!

Reports are that there are over 23 million Asian Americans living in the United States. Other reports are that there are at least 4000 reports of various forms of harassment over the past year, including assaults directed against Asian Americans in the United States. And tragically, during recent shootings in Georgia, eight lives were snuffed […]

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Celebrating our 4th Anniversary!

Thank you for supporting Wishing Out Loud for the past four years.  It’s hard to believe we are celebrating our fourth anniversary on January 8, 2024, and being named to D CEO’s Dallas 500 for the fourth time! Our anchor word of the year is MOMENTUM for “More in ‘24”.  More memorable MOMENTs, more “MOM-ents”, […]

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Lessons in Leadership

I am grateful for the opportunity to speak and attend several valuable leadership development programs the past two months. October 21: The Annual Ascend North Texas Inspiring Across Generations (IAG)Conference I was excited to moderate a CEO Fireside Chat with Sonah Shah, CEO of The Texas Tribune, and Chris Yang, President & CEO of Toyota […]

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Internal Strategies for Cultivating Strong Leaders

Strong and effective leadership is the foundation for the success and longevity of an organization. Not only can great leaders inspire and influence their staff, but they also spark employee engagement and innovation. As leaders evaluate their company’s organizational culture, leadership training is valuable for effectively managing leadership transitions or internal growth. Here are ways […]

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