Diversity Training

Leadership

4 DEI Lessons from the Paris Olympics That Can Help Entrepreneurs Succeed

The 2024 Olympics showcased numerous instances of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Here are some DEI takeaways that entrepreneurs can implement in their businesses today.

Diversity

4 Ways Internalized Oppression is Holding You Back from Success — And Ways to Overcome It

For entrepreneurs of color, the pursuit of success can often feel like an uphill battle. While fellow entrepreneurs are doing well, scaling their businesses, building their teams, and getting national recognition, we might compare our business and professional trajectory to theirs and wonder why the same success hasn't happened to us.

Diversity

I'm Disabled — And Here Are 3 Meaningful Ways Your Company Can Foster a More Inclusive Workplace

I've lived with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and I've seen firsthand what true inclusion can do for an organization.

Diversity

Why Companies Grappling With 'Diversity Fatigue' Need to Change Their Approach to Juneteenth

There's an unfortunate trend sweeping the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) space these days: fatigue. DEI fatigue is the feeling of exhaustion, frustration and skepticism around working toward a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization. Champions of DEI like thought leaders, consultants, diversity officers, and others are committed, but there are a substantial number of companies that are fatigued and questioning their commitment.

Diversity

Why DEI Still Matters for Small Businesses and Startups

DEI shouldn't be just a buzzword.

Branding

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

Along with enjoying its highest ever viewership ratings, the NFL has evolved into a pioneering force for social change and corporate impact.

Leadership

DEI Initiatives Are Dissolving — Here's How Managers Can Step Up and Reverse This Unsettling Trend

A recent disturbing trend has emerged that threatens our collective progress: the dissolution of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Leadership

How to Lead a Multigenerational Workforce to Success

Companies that explore age differences through a positive lens can fuel creativity, effective knowledge transfer and revenue, while nurturing happier and more fulfilled teams.

Growing a Business

Are Your Christian Holidays Excluding Your Staff? DEI Expert Reveals How We Can Equitably Handle Time Off For The Company.

Before you hit "deny" on that PTO request, make sure you aren't saying no to someone's religious holiday needs. There are three religious and cultural holidays in December that may have slipped your mind.

Growing a Business

Does Mandatory Diversity Training Work? A DEI Expert Reveals The Pros and Cons.

DEI expert Nika White reveals the pros and cons of mandatory DEI training in the workplace.

Leadership

It's Not Enough to Simply Acknowledge Indigenous People's Day. Here Are 4 Ways Employers Can Take Action, Help and Support Native Americans.

On Indigenous Peoples' Day, commit to ending performative allyship and invest your time or money to take action to support Indigenous Peoples.

Thought Leaders

How Women Can Beat the Odds in the Tech Industry

The tech industry continues to suffer from a significant gender gap, with women holding less than a third of relevant positions, and the rise of AI and automation further marginalizing them.

Thought Leaders

3 Keys to Success for Black Women Entrepreneurs

Even in the face of adversity, a resilient spirit, clear vision and unwavering commitment can make all the difference in achieving success and positively impacting the world.

Diversity

Know a DEI Skeptic? Use These 3 Strategies to Engage Them

Not everyone is on board with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. For those that are hoping it will fade away, it is time to engage them proactively before they disrupt the culture.

Marketing

Where Anheuser-Busch Went Wrong and How We Can Do Better

Failed campaigns do more harm than good — not just for the company but also for the causes and people they only feign to support.