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“Being a Black man in America means being my brother's keeper while keeping a distance from my brother because I don't trust him further than I can see him. It's believing the cops don't care about you. It's learning how not to doubt yourself because when you're born everyone else already does.” — Poet Prentice Powell, written following the fatal police shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, in 2014 During this episode we will discuss the historic experience of Black Men in America, and how harmful stereotypes impact Black mens ability to show vulnerability in the workplace.  History of Black Male Persona The Impact of those Stereotypes on Black Men in Leadership Roles The need for black men tenderness in order to thrive instead of survive  As a Black Men tools to navigate these stereotypes in Corporate America About our guest: Aaron Johnson is a facilitator, public speaker, and touch activist who practices closeness as a way to break down barriers between people. As co-founder of both Holistic Resistance and Grief to Action, Aaron takes the time to hold the stories of black people around homophobia, transphobia, internalized racism, and those that are Chronically UnderTouched. Aaron has created the Chronically UnderTouched Project, the basic strategies to bring a black body from being Chronically UnderTouched to a state of touch balance as part of the lifelong journey of interrupting oppressive systems that make touch balance a radical action.  Websites: Cutproject.org and Unrestedlabor.com Email: unrestedlabor@gmail.com Instagram: @holistic_resistance @cut.project Tik Tok: @cut.project

In this episode of "The Road to the Top: A Black Woman's Rise to CRO", we sit down with Joy Altimare, a seasoned marketing and communications professional who has achieved the highly coveted position of Chief Revenue Officer at EHE Health, one of Fortune Magazine's Ranked Best Workplaces of 2022. Joy Altimare shares her journey and how she leveraged her transferable skills progress her career. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of sponsorship and how it played a critical role in her career development. Throughout the episode we highlight the real challenges we face as a Black professionals in the corporate world and how she overcame them. Joy Altimare provides valuable insights and tips for those looking to advance their careers towards a C-suite position. She talks about the importance of networking, building relationships, and taking calculated risks in order to progress. So, join us as we sit down with Joy Altimare and hear her inspiring story of how she rose through the ranks to become a CRO at one of the best workplaces in the country. Check out Joy's podcast What The Health?! with Joy Altimare that explores the frustrations women deal with in healthcare—and what can be done to make real change. It's the only podcast that brings leaders from diverse fields to dive into the full scope of these issues, including topics like the Pink Tax, consumer health, and women in the workplace. Catch new episodes on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! https://ehe.health/for-employers/resources/podcasts/what-the-health/ https://www.instagram.com/joyaltimare/ https://www.facebook.com/joyaltimare/ https://www.tiktok.com/@joyaltimare

Alton Byrd is the Senior Vice President BSC Global, Long Island Nets. As an executive at one of the highest profile sports franchises, Alton Byrd speaks to us about navigating professional spaces as a Black male, and an executive. Alton attributes his experiences traveling the world as pivotal to his success. We discuss an important topic on how to integrate yourself into a culture without sacrificing yourself and without “getting in, where you fit in.” We also discuss: What it feels like being the only one as an executive Why trust is important as you progress in your career How to go about telling your truth #ExecutivePath #CareerGrowth #Career #Progression #BlackProfessional

Negotiating while Black is exhausting and feels like an everyday burden that comes with a lot of bias as white professionals in general are seen and received differently when negotiating than black professionals. However negotiating is key to not only career success but life. During this episode we discuss how to shift your mindset on negotiations, and how to anchor conversations to enable the outcome you want. We have a conversation with Tre Tennyson, Former TA at Harvard Business School for #Negotiations on a useful framework to help you lean into Negotiating for what you deserve. Guest Bio: Tre Tennyson was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, where he graduated from Hermitage High School. Afterwards, he attended the University of Virginia for his undergraduate degree, double majoring in English and religious studies and from there joined Teach For America as a 5th grade teacher in Atlanta, Georgia. After leaving Atlanta, he lived and worked in Shenzhen, China, as a school director and corporate executive for a Richmond-based company of American schools, Rainbow Station China (now LeafSpring Schools). Tre then went on to attend Harvard University, where he received his Masters in Education Policy and Management. He was also was an instructor for two classes at Harvard--one class being the Negotiation Workshop taught alongside professors from Harvard Law School, and the other class being a class on group dynamics, power, and identity. Most recently, he completed his Masters in Business Administration at the University of Virginia's Darden Graduate School of Business. He currently works as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company in Washington, D.C. Helpful Articles: Negotiating as a Woman of Color Bargaining while Black: The role of race in salary negotiations Opinion: 'Negotiating Blackness' an exhausting mental burden that every Black person carries 8 Salary Negotiation Tactics for Black Women

This week we are throwing it back to our first episode of the season (Release date: November 3, 2021) Who returns to the office matters as it may impact how teams are formed and tasks are delegated. Proximity bias is the concept that physical distance may impact who/how we evaluate performance and opportunity. As black professionals have demonstrated a resistance to go back to the office the question remains ... will this create further segregation in terms of how teams and opportunities are distributed? This Episode will explore: Why most Black office workers are dreading the return What is proximity bias How to be intentional and engaging even if you are not working from the office Our amazing guests are Olivia Hewitt and DeAndrea Staes both are consultant and working in change management, Diversity and Inclusion and hybrid strategy. They provide their own personal beliefs, and where they believe Black professionals should be mindful when opt in into a hybrid or all virtual model Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on LinkedIn: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality. A recent study showed that two thirds (68%) reported experiencing racial #bias at work. This figure rose to 84% of Black women in senior management positions, half (50%) of the Black women surveyed who are in senior management positions have resigned due to racially related unfair or uncivil treatment. While 38% do not believe they earn the same as their non-Black female colleagues performing the same job. In this conversation we discuss the true challenges for Black Professional Women who are mid-managers thriving to thrive in corporate America. This round table discussion will focus on: The unique challenges of being black and a women manager in corporate America? Stories of #BreakingTheBias in the workplace How to hold others accountable to seen and support Black Women at Work Our Guests: Kirstyn Nimmo is an award-winning social impact strategist, speaker and facilitator. She has over a decade of experience partnering with global corporations and nonprofits to build equity-driving campaigns and programs. Kirstyn is founder of GOOD WORX, a social innovation consultancy, that equips companies and communities to generate equity, act with accountability, and shift culture toward equality. Her work has been recognized by the Obama White House, Shorty Social Good Awards and the Anthem Social Impact Awards. Engagement Channels: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kirstyn-nimmo/ good worx site: www.good-worx.co/ good worx IG: www.instagram.com/goodworxco/ Markesa Phelps is an Executive Recruiter, Career Coach, and Diversity Strategist within the Tech industry. She has over 8+ years of hiring talent across Leadership, Industry, and University career levels. Her passion is focused on building inclusive teams within corporate companies to ensure underrepresented minorities have equal access to career opportunities. Engagement Channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markesaphelps/ Career Coaching Service Page: https://www.linkedin.com/services/page/b1403131009b7b4a31/ #InternationalWomensDay #BlackProfessionals #Equity #Womenintheworkplace #blackwomenincorporateamerica #blackwomenincorporate

It's Black History Month and in honor of this year's theme we will be exploring how Black professionals can prioritize health and wellness at work with our special guest Dr. Cree Scott. Dr. Scott is the Founder/CEO of Serenity Psychological Health & Well-being and is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience. She also has a background in consulting, coaching, team building and clinical services. Dr. Scott specializes in working with organizations to design well-being strategies, programs, and curriculum to create a psychologically safe and healthy place to work. As a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consultant, she incorporates culturally relevant perspectives and solutions to help leaders and organizations create an environment in which all employees experience inclusion and belonging. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on TikTok: @CorporateForTheCulture #Career #BlackProfessionals #RemoteWork #Hybrid #ReturnToOffice #BlackHistoryMonth #health #wellness

J.B. Hill is the Former Chief Diversity Officer of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and current Managing Partner at Jbrady5 Consulting LLC. J.B. has been recently featured across multiple articles where he talks about facing microaggressions and isolation throughout his senior roles in corporate america. During this episode we discuss why being fully remote will negatively impact your ability to progress in Corporate America. As Black Professionals reflect on the year + of working from home, the new Covid variant and the potential return to office it can be triggering. Thinking of a workplace full of microaggression, straight up ignorance and or expectations to be the black voice becomes exhausting and impacts the Black professionals mental health. It can be tempting to opt into fully virtual options, however the treat to your progression is real. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on TikTok: @CorporateForTheCulture #Career #BlackProfessionals #RemoteWork #Hybrid #ReturnToOffice #Microaggressions #BlackHistoryMonth

Happy New Year From Corporate for the Culture! In this episode we reflect on 2021, share our plans for 2022, and thank all of you for being part of the first year of the podcast! Don't forget to share to the podcast, subscribe, rate, and review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on TikTok: @CorporateForTheCulture We look forward to your continued support in the new year!

According to a study from Future Forum, only 3% of white-collar, Black professionals want to return to the office full-time following the pandemic. According to other articles, one reason Black professionals are reluctant to return is that we experienced a significant reduction in microaggressions while working from home. Our guest Wanda Jones-Yeatman is a leader in Future of work, helping organizations to futurecast and to navigate the uncertainty and ambiguity of the People Landscape. She provides guidance on how Black professionals can manage microaggressions in the hybrid workplace. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on TikTok: @CorporateForTheCulture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode Description: Many professionals have some level of hesitation, stress or anxiety about returning to the office in the hybrid environment and this is especially the case for Black professionals. In this episode we discuss why Black professionals may have a heightened stress response to this change and how to identify signals so that you can take control and grow through those experiences. Our guest is Asha Tarry of https://lifecoachasha.com/, a psychotherapist and certified coach who helps teams to create a culture of emotional intelligence and respect in the workplace. She provides an explanation of stress responses as they relates to Black professionals and provides tips on how to navigate these responses. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

#CareerPlanning is more important than ever as we gear up to return to the office or work in a #hybrid model. Kyle is from Detroit and has had many accomplishments in Engineering, with a business degree from Wharton. Kyle discusses his career journey and how to plan from lessons learned as a black professional in Corporate America. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture

Who returns to the office matters as it may impact how teams are formed and tasks are delegated. Proximity bias is the concept that physical distance may impact who/how we evaluate performance and opportunity. As black professionals have demonstrated a resistance to go back to the office the question remains ... will this create further segregation in terms of how teams and opportunities are distributed? This Episode will explore: Why most Black office workers are dreading the return What is proximity bias How to be intentional and engaging even if you are not working from the office Our amazing guests are Olivia Hewitt and DeAndrea Staes both are consultant and working in change management, Diversity and Inclusion and hybrid strategy. They provide their own personal beliefs, and where they believe Black professionals should be mindful when opt in into a hybrid or all virtual model Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and rate/review! We could not continue these conversations without your engagement so thank you! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“If you fail to plan you plan to fail” - Benjamin Franklin Planning is essential to career success but what should we consider when planning our careers, how far ahead should we plan, and how do we hold ourselves accountable to our goals? In this episode, career coach and transition specialist Candyss Weaver helps us to answer those questions and provides tips and guidance on developing an actionable plan. Candyss has helped countless professionals to break out of their comfort zones and chart new paths for success in work that lights them up. She guides clients through the inner work, while equipping them to do the outer work. Where to Listen: Corporate for the Culture Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on YouTube: Corporate For The Culture Guest website: https://www.demanddev.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Are you passionate about the work you do? Do you feel that your work is purposeful? Does it matter to you whether the answer to those questions is yes or are you all about the Benjamins? In this episode we explore the importance of passion and purpose for career fulfilment. Our guest Yolanda Mercer is an author, educator, and founder of Gift Institute, a coaching program designed to help individuals discover, develop, and demonstrate their gifts to become the best version of themselves! Where to Listen: Corporate for the Culture Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on YouTube: Corporate For The Culture Guest website: https://www.yolandadmercer.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

When you think about your career do you think about the ways you will change the world, the accolades you will achieve or is it simply all about the Benjamins? In this episode Elizabeth and Gabrielle define and explain the importance of career and discuss Corporate for the Culture's commitment to dismantling the career system to provide the next generation of black corporate leaders with tools to build the career they deserve. Where to Listen: https://lnkd.in/dP2D7p5 Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bobby Wilkinson, Senior Director/Head of Diversity at Ball Aerospace, sits down with Corporate For the Culture to have a conversation on the tradeoffs of not being authentic to your own identity and values and why it is important to have more conversations about the intersection of being a Black professional part of the LGBTQ+ Community. Hear Tips on: How to evaluate a safe workplace culture What resources LGBTQ+ employees should seek out Why it's important to live in your true identity Where to Listen: https://lnkd.in/dP2D7p5 Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“Pride is known to be fun, full of festivals because it is white male centric, but you put Blackness on that there is a lot of pain.” On this roundtable discussion we have a career conversation with three Black Men who are part of the LGBTQ community. Today, we do not have spaces to talk about this particular intersection therefore we discuss: Why this is an important conversation What drives authenticity How White Women demonstrate unearned familiarly “Do They Like Me” syndrome How to set boundaries Our Guests Include: Cecil Johnson a DEI, Pathway Programs Recruiter at Facebook- focusing on engaging and developing talent from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI). He is a native of Detroit, MI and now resides in New York City. Cecil is extremely passionate about cultivating early career talent. He hopes to create a platform where he is able to provide emerging talent with the tools and resources necessary to succeed professionally. Jeff Henry is a communications professional with over a decade of experience working across the non-profit, public and private sectors. He is the founder of Charles Henry Endeavors LLC, which provides external affairs and public relations consulting for 21st century companies and organizations. He is an alum of New York University and UNC-Charlotte. Torrean Slaughter who has spent the first 18 years of my life in MS before making the move to the big apple to attend Pace University. I currently work within the tech space at a location data company as a senior account manager. Throughout my career, I've had the pleasure to work on and with various well known brands such as Johnson and Johnson, Viacom, Spotify, Google, and many more. One of my current missions is to help spread knowledge and resources to POC looking to break into the corporate sector - specifically tech. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

June and July often mark the months of performance reviews. As black professionals face bias, and the lack of constructive feedback from leadership we discuss how to own the conversation, take care of your mental health and be aware of the neuroscience that can potentially get in the way. Dr. Janet Taylor psychiatrist located in Sarasota, Florida working with individuals who are criminal justice involved and have mental illness. She also has a private practice. The practice of Community Mental Health is extremely rewarding to Dr. Taylor, because "being on the frontline with individuals and their families battling the emotional and economic impact of Mental Illness is where she can make a difference". She is a frequent contributor to CBS “This Morning,” and NBC “The Today Show” and ABC “Good Morning America” on issues of motherhood, parenting and mental health. Dr. Taylor also has a book coming out July 21 "The Courageous Classroom" How to create a Culture of Safety for Students to Learn and Thrive". It's for K-12 educators but has lessons for everyone about the neuroscience of fear and courage and tips about self-care and the importance of creating your own space of safety. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

PTO is not enough to manage or eliminate burnout so lets talk burnout relief! Founder, CEO of Hooky Wellness and Anti-Burnout Champion Erayna Sargent joins Corporate For The Culture to breakdown burnout. Before COVID 77% full time employees reported burnout and Black professionals are subject to higher probability of navigating burnout due to the corporate systems we work in and the lack of awareness on what burnout feels like. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Imposter syndrome causes people to doubt their abilities and feel like a fraud, especially in professional settings.  It disproportionately impacts high-achieving people but can have an an additional impact on black professionals navigating majority white spaces were our employers, their policies, and our colleagues sometimes tell us that we don't belong.  In this episode, psychologist and emotional wellness expert Dr. Diane Kern of www.happyandhealthyu.com stops by the podcast to educate us on Imposter Syndrome. She elaborates on how it manifests, how the pressures on black professionals can compound the condition, and how we can overcome it to rise through the ranks of corporate America with our well-being in tact. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture www.corporatefortheculture.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Equal Pay Act, EEOC, Title 7 cases are now on the rise. Employment Litigation Attorney Ivie Serioux breaks down the truth that law and practice are very different especially when it comes to equal pay for black women professionals. We champion the need to have honest conversation in communities we trust on compensation to gain the insights to hold companies accountable to pay you your worth! Finally, we discuss the pandemic which paints the scary picture about the disproportionate impacts of unemployment and wages that is stated by the Women's Law Center that “ the loss earnings leave Black women without a financial cushion to weather the current crisis, it also makes it harder for Black women to build wealth, contributing to the racial wealth gap and barriers to Black families' economic prosperity Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4TheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

"It's not about just having a seat at the table it's about owning it." Katrina Adams, former USTA President, Professional Tennis player turned author discusses her journey to writing "Own The Area" Getting Ahead, Making a Difference, and Succeeding as the Only One. Tune in to hear an inspirational conversation that highlights which of her 12 match points Black Women should incorporate and practice as they aim to own their own arenas. Where to buy The Book: https://katrinamadams.com/ Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture Follow us on Twitter: @Corp4theCulture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The theme of International Women's Day this year is #Choosetochallenge and at Corporate for the Culture, an important step to creating a more gender equal world is recognizing the importance of intersectionality in women's movements and how race can compound disadvantage and discrimination. This episode features a roundtable consisting of Maame Minkah, Melanie black professional women who will share their experiences in corporate America and discuss what needs to change to create more equitable workplaces. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We were honored to sit down with Janice Omadeke, the CEO and Founder of The Mentor Method. The Mentor Method is an enterprise platform that helps companies to keep and develop their diverse talent using the proven power of mentorship. In this episode Janice shares her entrepreneurship story and gives advice on mentorship, climbing the corporate ladder, and starting your own venture. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

HBCUs have recently received heighten amounts of attention, dare we say “curiosity” from the majority as a increase of “investment” into HBCUs post the murder of George Floyd, and/or the recognition that our Madam VP of the United States Kamala Harris the first graduate of a historically black college or university (HBCU) to be elected to this office. Terrence G. Caldwell, founder of @hbcualum joins Corporate For The Culture to provide the history on how instrumental HBCUs have been to our society, addresses HBCU myths and how corporations should be supporting HBCUs to drive Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

For our first Black Owned Business Spotlight, Corporate for the Culture is honored to feature Dr. Tope Mitchell, the Founder and CEO of Reflekt Me. Reflekt Me enables online retailers to create hyper-personalized shopping experiences where consumers can see products modeled by people of various sizes, skin tones, hair types, etc. In this episode, Tope shares how she was able to transform her passions for her daughter, identity, representation, and fashion into a business and provides advice to those considering taking the plunge into entrepreneurship. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“For so long black people have been written out of history.” Blair Taylor is the Diversity Equity & Inclusion partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers and former Global CHRO of Starbucks & CEO at My Brother's Keeper Alliance. Blair describes himself as a servant leader who is driven by helping people and organizations. Blair joins Corporate For The Culture to discuss the importance of Black History Month by acknowledging what Black people have contributed to this country through a long history of free labor. Blair additionally discusses the need for people and corporations to move away from shame and take an active role in social equity and sustainability. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Law and culture in the workplace have not caught up! Ivie Serioux an Employment Litigation Attorney at the largest global employment and labor law practice explains what holds merit when we talk about discrimination (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964) and hostile workplace environments. Ivie provides methods, and tactics to hold our corporations, people managers and human resource accountable because it's their job! Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast! Follow us on on IG: @CorporateForTheCulture Follow us on Linkedin: Corporate For The Culture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“Workers with racially and regionally distinctive speech patterns earn lower wages compared to those who speak with ‘mainstream' accents.” -Professor Jeffrey Grogger at the University of Chicago The second episode of our Professional Bias series, explores Communication and Tone of Voice. In this episode, we explore how a limited view of acceptable speech can exclude black professionals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of Corporate For The Culture we have an open discussion with Dylan Carew and Candace Armand about their reflections as a black professional in 2020 and their professional development goals for 2021. The enriched conversation talks about the importance of self-care, tactics to hold people accountable for what you deserve, while being honest about the emotions and feelings of navigating the new focus on the black employee experience. Professional vision setting is a powerful tool to ensure as a professional there is intention in the decisions made in the workplace. Sharing your goals with management holds leadership accountable and should provide useful feedback loops to achieve your goals. We should love to hear your biggest takeaways from 2020 and professional goals for 2021! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

“Professionalism has become a coded language for white favoritism in workplace practices that often privilege the values of white and Western employees and leave people of color behind.” - Aysa Gray The first episode in our Professionalism series explores Code of Conduct which is a combination of behavior and performance. In this episode we define and discuss code of conduct, behavior, and performance and explore how a limited view of acceptable professional conduct can exclude black professionals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In the social jungle of human existence there is no feeling of being alive without a sense of identity - Erik Eriksana Corporate For the Culture strives to create space to honor that every human is diverse. We begin every episode with each speakers ‘Dimensions of Identity' to acknowledge the pieces of identity that shape their perspectives in order to promote understanding and empathy and to eliminate bias. We do this because we recognize that black people are not monolithic and our perspectives are built from our experiences which may differ from yours. In this episode we discuss the Gardenswartz & Rowe Five Layers of Diversity model which is used to uncover the complexity of identity, promote understanding, generate empathy, and facilitate storytelling. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we explore importance of giving thanks for the good things in our lives, especially in this challenging year. We discuss the benefits of practicing gratitude and share who and what we are thankful for. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In our first episode we reflect the events of 2020 and discuss how the spotlight on systematic injustice has amplified black voices and experiences in the American consciousness and throughout society. We examine the challenges that black professionals experience in the corporate environment and why companies and individuals should partner with their black employees, business partners, and colleagues to address those challenges. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app