Upping Your Business Game with Dr. Kris

The ugliness of discrimination early in US history was the foundation for the Negro Motorist Green Book generated and published by Victor Green. The travel guide for African-Americans helped travelers of Color navigate through segregation by highlighting hotels/motels, restaurants, shops, etc., that were welcoming.During our current climate of racial and civil unrest, do we need a modern-day Green Book? Would your business be listed as a safe haven within the Green Book? Listen in as Dr. Kris discusses the Green Book. 

This week Dr. Kris and Megan (producer of the show) discuss last season favorites and upcoming episodes. Season 2 is going to be outstanding. Be sure to tune in!

On this episode we are going back to our first guests and discussing Black women and White women in the office. What happened to sisterhood? Why is there so much tension between Black women and White women in the office? What is the deal already?Let's take a look back at this episode with special guests Kizmet Moore and Jessica Blair. 

Do you feel like you are screaming in your head that you just want to be you? Are you having trouble figuring out how to be your authentic self in your workplace? Are you afraid that if you were truly yourself, that others would see you as less then? Let's take a look back out our Authentic episode with Brigitte Byrne, Carli Gribov, Jane Garza and Kizmet Moore.

Are you a stressed out leader? Are you having trouble being your authentic self as a leader? Let's look back at our conversation with Dr. Sandi Shaw as she explains how stress can affect not only our mind and body but also those around us.

Most organization commit to internal mobility with their employees; however, many times they miss the mark. How do you move from having potential to having an opportunity to move up  internally? Special guests AJ Johnson and Sara Shoys discuss internal mobility and career succession.

In this episode we discuss the violent crimes against AAPI that is happening in the U.S. Honestly, I do not know what to say. I am speechless in that in 2021 we are still dealing with the ugliness of 50-60-70 years ago. And honestly this is not just happening in the United States there are countries that are reeling with hate crimes. 

Merriam-Webster defines microaggression as a noun meaning “a comment or action that subtly and often unconsciously or unintentionally expresses a prejudiced attitude toward a member of a marginalized group (such as a racial minority).”  So, you may be wondering what are examples of microaggressions. Take a listen to part one of microaggression. 

This week we look at the word "belonging." Basically, it is another corporate buzzword to make DEI more palatable for folks. Let's cut the crap!Our kick-ass woman of the week: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg  

This week we focus on defining platform and how organizations must continue to review, recognize, and implement changes to organizational platforms that are outdated, discriminatory and just plan wrong.

Word of the Week: AuthenticityAre you comfortable being your authentic self in the office? Do you hide who you are? Do you feel safe in the workplace to share your thoughts and knowledge?Listen in as Dr. Kris and special guests discuss being authentic in the workplace. Special guests: Brigitte Byrne, jane Garza, Carli Gribov, and Kizmet Moore

The term empowerment (or the verb empower) is used by a number of organizations to motivate employees and make them feel as if they have control over their job role and function. Organizations want to use the term empowerment but are they really empowering their employees? 

In the space of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the topic of allyship is prevalent. Being an ally is much more than just attending a Black Lives Matter march. Don’t get me wrong that is a great first step but to be a true ally means to defend what is right not only in public but also behind closed doors.

When it comes to leadership, many individuals look to other leaders for a master plan on how to lead. These leaders then try to apply what they have read and studied to their current situation without much success. Why is it not working from them like it did for the titans of old?

Dr. Kris speaks with Dr. Cassandra Shaw. Dr. Sandi is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist, and a Certified Professional Coach. Dr. Kris and Dr. Sandi discuss leadership stress and how the current work from home environment can cause additional stress and affect leadership decisions and interaction with their team. You can contact Dr. Shaw through her website https://livewellandenjoylife.com/

As a leader, motivating your team is usually one of the top 2-3 areas of importance. Everyone no matter if in a traditional leadership position or working on yourself is looking for motivation. 

After the January 6 2021, attack on the United States Capitol building in Washington DC, the eyes of many were opened regarding race and the deep hate that still runs rampant in the US. For many people of color, we were not surprised at the challenges within the US. Unfortunately, individuals in the US (and across the world), are experiencing a since of hopelessness. In this episode we discuss HOPE. We can’t give up, just as 2021 is starting.

For many of you listening, you may not know that intimidate is used a lot in description of Black women who can speak with authority and knowledge on a particular topic or subject.

Dr. Kris explores the relationship between Black women and White women in the workplace. Special guests: Kizmet Moore and Jessica Brown. Note: Mention of specific companies, organizations, or authorities in the Upping Your Business Game podcast does not imply endorsement by the moderator or guests, nor does the mention of specific companies, organizations or authorities imply their endorsement of this podcast.Moderators or guests of Upping Your Business Game shall not be liable for any business advice implemented or any negative or consequential outcomes of implementing the business advice. #diversity #equity #inclusion #DEI

In this episode, we're going to talk about the purpose of the Upping Your Business Game podcast and give you a little background on Dr. Kris.