Juneteenth is more than Black history or American history. It’s a story that is still being written. We can no longer depend on the decency of a silent majority to set the timetable for freedom. Will America wake up and live up to its promise? Continue reading America Awakes: Juneteenth Isn’t Just For Black People
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The Black talent you don’t see is a direct reflection of what you don’t do. The talent pipeline that runs dry leads to a well you never watered. I know, I don’t want to take about this either. Continue reading 10 Reasons You Can’t Find Black Talent…
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You will learn what they really wanted — or rather, what they worshipped — was the idea they could reap all the benefits of your Black brilliance with no consequences for their racist, sexist, prejudiced history and policy. Continue reading How To Become A Token
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A Simple Tool for Comparing Job Options & Offers The only thing worse than turning down a job opportunity you should have accepted is accepting one you should have rejected. Trust me. In the heat of the battle for better … Continue reading The Job Joy Scorecard
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Be a Rockstar and Read These With Your Co-workers I’m a sucker for a great book recommendation but haven’t always been. In my 20s I frequently rolled my eyes at over-zealous book suggestions from underwhelming leaders. To this day, I’m … Continue reading 5 Leadership Books Worth Buying for Your Team or Your Boss
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After publicly speaking, podcasting, writing, discussing and educating about racism, I’ve observed that an individual’s response to these conversations is an indicator of their true values. The 2 dimensions that have an overwhelming impact are Emotional Intelligence and Racial Awareness. Emotional Intelligence … Continue reading The 5 Most Common Responses to Talking About Racism
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It’s time to get unrealistic about confronting racism. Being realistic ain’t working. The realistic leader views racism as a Black issue to manage rather than a White problem to solve. The unrealistic leader knows racism isn’t a season to endure … Continue reading Unrealistic Leadership: 10 Ways to Confront Racism in Your Organization
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The secret is out. Each one of us has an idiot lurking inside just waiting to be unleashed. Even a genius is mediocre at something. The books you read and the people you meet are powerful tools for increasing your … Continue reading 10 Business Books That Made Me Better
Everything and everyone has a purpose, an intended reason for being created. Birds were born to fly. Fish were formed to swim. Social media was made to________. The word you used to fill in that blank reveals all you need … Continue reading 5 Signs Your Brand is Abusing Social Media
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It only took me a few decades but I’ve learned the only way to get somewhere new is to ask for directions. If I’m never the new guy at the office I’ll never be the VP of the division. If I’m … Continue reading Why Fat, Foolish, Nervous People Make Better Leaders
Adrian D. Parker 