Podcast appearances and mentions of amber cabral

Amber Cabral, a celebrated leadership strategist and author, joins us to share her insights on the art of "humaning well" in both the workplace and in life. Amber guides us on how to maintain the delicate balance between supporting others and ensuring our own well-being. She challenges the traditional nine-to-five grind, advocating for alternative ways of working that align better with personal productivity and mental health. Her personal journey through grief after the loss of her father provides profound lessons on self-care and living authentically, encouraging us to embrace our emotions and grow in the areas where we feel most vulnerable.Our exploration with Amber extends into the intricate world of equity work, highlighting the emotional labor it demands and the pitfalls of guilt and performative allyship. By introducing the concept of "humaning," Amber emphasizes the importance of prioritizing our own needs and relationships before extending support to others. Put your oxygen mask on first! We critically examine performative actions and the necessity for genuine engagement, advocating for authenticity and self-care in sustaining meaningful equity work. Amber's perspective urges us to redefine health, wealth, relationships, and growth as the core pillars of resilience and authentic living.Our discussion also navigates the complex interplay of privilege, responsibility, and emotional processing. From personal anecdotes about navigating privilege during a crisis to understanding diverse emotional responses in grief, we dive into the challenges of maintaining a full "cup" to effectively handle life's unexpected turns. We stress the importance of setting boundaries amidst the pressures of modern life, particularly in the digital age where constant information can be overwhelming. Join us for this enriching conversation filled with warmth, wisdom, and practical strategies for living and working with authenticity and resilience.LINKSAmber Cabral's websiteHumaning WellRest Revolution BookEPISODE CHAPTERS(0:00:07) - Felicia and Rachel Chat(0:13:34) - Welcome, Amber!(0:24:08) - Embracing Humaning for Equity(0:31:56) - The Labor of Equity Work(0:37:17) - Navigating Privilege and Responsibility(0:41:25) - The Four Pillars of Humaning(0:47:28) - Exploring Emotional Processing and Grief(1:00:28) - Navigating Boundaries and Self-Care Visit us at InclusionGeeks.com to stay up to date on all the ways you can make the workplace work for everyone! Check out Inclusion Geeks Academy and InclusionGeeks.com/podcast for the code to get a free mini course.

Far too often we are living a muted reality, tip toeing around what we think others can handle instead of asserting what we need. In this episode, inclusion strategist and author, Amber Cabral provides practical strategies for having tough conversations at work and home, all with the goal of allowing us to thrive both personally and professionally. Amber literally provides the script on how to set and maintain clear boundaries and provides her unique insight on how to make the most out of changing times, especially with all the craziness the pandemic has thrown our way.Subscribe to the NEXT Nuggets Newsletter: https://thenextbestthingact.com/Join The NEXT Best Thing community on IG/TikTok @nextbestthingpod Stay in touch with Amber:Website/Books/Coaching: https://www.ambercabral.com/Guilty Privilege Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@bamcabral

Amber Cabral is an entrepreneur, podcaster, TEDx speaker and a best-selling author. In this episode, Amber discusses her decision to step out into entrepreneurship after six years at Walmart, her inspiration for creating her podcast, "Guilty Privilege," and her motivation to write the conversation-sparking book, "Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture." She shares the secret to maintaining momentum in the DEI space, tips on pursuing professional happiness and so much more."Diversity Beyond the Checkbox" is presented by The Diversity Movement and hosted by Inc 200 Female Founders award winner, Jackie Ferguson. Follow Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox on LinkedIn, Instagram, X and YouTube.Check out exclusive bonus content on BeyondtheCheckbox.com!This show is proud to be a part of The Living Corporate Network and to be produced by Earfluence.

Welcome back to Rich in Real Life! In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming back the incredible Amber Cabral, an award-winning strategist and inclusion expert, author, and TEDx speaker, to dive deep into the essence of being human and the importance of acknowledging and utilizing our privileges to create a more inclusive world.  Amber's expertise in the DEI space shines through as she eloquently discusses the nuances of privilege, equity, and inclusion, challenging us to consider our privileges and how we can extend them to create a more inclusive world. So join us as Amber reveals helpful insights and reflections on using your privilege, and explore how you can reshape your perspective and inspire you to engage with the world more intentionally and thoughtfully. Tune in and let's navigate the world of culture, equity, and privilege with Amber together! KEY POINTS - The importance of recognizing and acknowledging your privilege - The impact of being intentional and considerate in relationships  - How being open to feedback and correction to foster growth - The significance of engaging with differences and embracing diversity - How to extend your privileges and create a more inclusive environment - Transformative effect: being seen, heard, and valued in interactions - How self-awareness help you navigate spaces and relationships effectively - The importance of allyship and arguing with passion for social justice - How small and simple actions lead to significant change  QUOTABLES “It's simple, it's not easy. And those are different. Things that are easy, you can do mindlessly, you can casually flitter about, and it just will happen. But things can be simple, but you have to still be intentional about it.” - Amber Cabral “I want you to think about your place in the experiences that you're having with others. I want you to be thoughtful about how you communicate. I want you to be thoughtful about how someone will receive that. I want you to be prepared for the possibility that you've f*cked up and somebody is going to need to let you know and that you're able to receive that feedback.” Amber Cabral Amber Cabral  IG | @bamcabral LinkedIn | @ambercabral Facebook | @amber.cabral Twitter | @BamCabral  Tune in to the Guilty Privilege Podcast with Amber Cabral Grab a copy of Amber's books at Amazon!  Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others -  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Inclusion strategist Amber Cabral joins Tavis to talk teaching people to be “good humans” and shifting the narrative on DEI.

How can you effectively support people at work and in your community, especially when they're different from you? Inclusion strategist Amber Cabral shares three steps you can take to build connection — emphasizing that even small, everyday actions can make a big difference to those around you. After the talk, Modupe shares questions we can ask to help bridge divides.

In this episode, we are joined by Amber Cabral, renowned DEI expert, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Cabral Co., as she brings us into the intricate world of diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering invaluable insights on creating genuinely inclusive spaces within organizations. Drawing from her rich career budding from her impactful work at Walmart, Amber emphasizes the transformative power of intentional actions, feedback loops, and storytelling in fostering workplace environments that prioritize true belonging and equity.  Throughout this conversation, you will discover the tools she employs for navigating challenging conversations with grace, gain a glimpse into her book writing process, and understand the profound influence of storytelling in reshaping narratives around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Amber also reveals her roadmap for individuals and organizations to shift from a deficit-framed to an asset-framed perspective, laying the foundation for meaningful progress in the realm of DEI.  Tune in as Amber shares her authentic and passionate approach to equity work, envisioning a world where everyone feels empowered to engage in crucial conversations centered around DEI.  KEY POINTS  [1:32] - Amber Cabral's diversity career & founder journey [3:10] - Bridging diversity gaps and redefining DEI in Walmart [5:35] - How to navigate heavy situations and tough conversations in DEI [9:39] - What are corporations doing wrong and right in DEI? [12:01] - Can diverse startups get diversity wrong too?   [14:50] - How to give and receive feedback effectively in DEI work  [18:45] - Amber's writing process for Allies and Advocates and Say More About That [23:26] - The importance of storytelling in equity work  [25:25] - How to move DEI from deficit-framed to asset-framed stories  [28:39] - Who is Amber Cabral uninterrupted?  QUOTABLES  “Starting a tough conversation very often is made easier by asking a question.” - Amber Cabral  “People assume that apologizing does not have anything to do with equity, but we've all seen organizations apologize really badly.” - Amber Cabral GUEST RESOURCES Amber Cabral  IG | @bamcabral LinkedIn | @ambercabral X | @BamCabral  Tune in to the Guilty Privilege Podcast!  Grab a copy of Amber's books at Amazon!  Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others -  RESOURCES [APPLICATIONS OPEN!] | Are you building a high growth business in tech healthcare, AI, media entertainment, or consumer goods and services? If so, we'd like to help you scale. Don't miss your chance to win $1 million, capital coaching, and access to an amazing community of diverse innovators! Apply for the 2024 Black Ambition Prize competition now  Felecia Hatcher IG | @feleciahatcher Black Ambition IG | @blackambitionprize So Ambitious is produced by EPYC Media 

Now that we are a few years into the creation of social movements across the world - have meaningful changes actually happened within sports? Donnovan seeks the answers with Dr. Elizabeth Taylor (3:12), a faculty member at Temple University, who interviewed women who work in the sport industry - including professional leagues and teams, sport media and entrepreneurship - only to find that every single participant had experienced sexual harassment on some level. Afterwards, Donnovan speaks to Amber Cabral (38:04), a DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) strategist and author, to analyze the complexities surrounding challenges to the Rooney Rule in the NFL. Dr. Taylor's work: bit.ly/49imYcp Amber's website: www.ambercabral.com The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

How can you effectively support people at work and in your community, especially when they're different from you? Inclusion strategist Amber Cabral shares three steps you can take to build connection — emphasizing that even small, everyday actions can make a big difference to those around you.

How can you effectively support people at work and in your community, especially when they're different from you? Inclusion strategist Amber Cabral shares three steps you can take to build connection — emphasizing that even small, everyday actions can make a big difference to those around you.

How can you effectively support people at work and in your community, especially when they're different from you? Inclusion strategist Amber Cabral shares three steps you can take to build connection — emphasizing that even small, everyday actions can make a big difference to those around you.

“I encourage people in my books to please lean into your privileges, they give you a chance to show up as an ally, take advantage of all of them and I do but I simultaneously also understand the implications of what not having that access looks like. And even though I can't fix all of that, I also have a bit of responsibility to be a part of the solution.” In Episode 39 of Why Care?, I am joined by Amber Cabral to delve into her second book, Say More About That. We cover topics including how to use the best language to stand up for change, and how organisations can nurture a positive feedback culture and ensure accountability. We also discuss poignant issues, such as pushing back, calling out, taking ownership of family trauma, and standing up for our boundaries. Amber's passion for DEI is evident through her experience as a global inclusion leader, executive coach, best-selling author, and TEDx and keynote speaker. She has managed her own boutique company, Cabal Co for almost two decades, coaching large global brands to achieve sustainable and inclusive behavioral shifts. Her first book, Allies and Advocates, was released in 2020. Amber initially stumbled into the world of diversity during her time as a Diversity Council Leader at the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, later becoming the Senior Diversity Strategist for Walmart. Amber hosts a podcast ‘Guilty Privilege' and is committed to organisations empowering the next generation of diverse decision-makers, including Brown Girls Do.  During our discussion, Amber explains that she was initially inspired to put pen to paper after her colleague, Amanda Miller Littlejohn, pinpointed how she “always had the right words to say.” She therefore framed her book as a toolkit to help empower people to navigate their path to inclusion and equity. She hoped to guide people to choose the best language to speak up, especially those who experience microaggressions or exclusion. Amber shares her own relatable experiences, and how she was determined to bring about change from a young age. However, she later realized that when it comes to nurturing inclusive spaces and challenging inequities, we have to have a broader mindset and look beyond ourselves. Amber encourages us to be mindful of every side, consider what each person needs to feel equally included, and if each battle to bring about disruption or change will have the right impact on the wider community. Amber highlights the importance of providing feedback and speaking out when we are offended, so we can grow on the path to inclusion. She then offers tools for organisations and leaders to foster an environment of feedback, and explains the power of accountability. Amber then discusses how to respond to negative feedback and to approach pushing back on people in a non-confrontational, but influential way. Next, we move on to the emotive topic of family trauma, and how this influences and shapes our ability to speak up about inclusion. She reveals how we should own and embrace our narratives, cultural stereotypes, and differences. This can help us navigate how we respond, create meaningful dialogue, and cause behavioural shifts. Amber then elaborates more about creating boundaries, and the value of recognizing our needs, delegating, and not becoming too accountable. Amber focuses on the following key concepts of her book: Feedback - we need to create mechanisms for organisations and leaders to help nurture a culture of feedback. Taking ownership – it is not our responsibility to change our narrative, but it is our responsibility to be conscious of our family traumas or cultural stereotypes. Standing up for boundaries - if we navigate standing up for boundaries, providing feedback, and creating accountability, we can all journey to an inclusive and equitable world. Links: Amber can be found on: - LinkedIn.  - Instagram - Youtube For more information about Amber, visit her website: https://www.ambercabral.com/

If you've followed me for a while, you already know that throughout my podcasting journey, I've always strived to articulate complex emotions and concepts that we often find hard to express. That is why I am thrilled to have Inclusion Strategist, Author, Coach, and Podcaster Amber Cabral who is nothing short of a master at this craft when it comes to the DEI space. Amber brilliantly puts words to culture, equity, and privilege, addressing topics we often shy away from. Her insights have personally transformed my perspective, and I know they'll do the same for you and reshape how you navigate the world. Today, we dive deep into conversations that will challenge your thinking and provide you with a newfound understanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Amber Cabral will equip you with the knowledge and mindset needed to foster a rich and real life for yourself and those around you, so believe me when I say this is a conversation you won't want to miss! KEY POINTS  - Breaking down the meaning of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - How DEI influences entrepreneurship, team diversity, and innovation - How to create inclusive environments and connect with others authentically with your audience - DEI isn't a one-time effort; it's an ongoing commitment - Ways to achieve both allyship and advocacy - Bridging the gap between theory and actionable implementation - Building rich, real lives means prioritizing DEI in personal and professional relationships - True impact requires enduring skepticism and surviving the labor of change QUOTABLES  “Power is important to me. Particularly because I think there are a lot of people who have it that are not using it in ways to make the kinds of impact that I think power really can.” - Amber Cabral “I know I'm not doing a good job if I haven't apologized at least once a week.” - Amber Cabral “Inclusion isn't everyone all the time.” - Amber Cabral “This is not about the workplace. This is about how you show up in the world.” - Jessica Hurley Amber Cabral  IG | @bamcabral LinkedIn | @ambercabral Facebook | @amber.cabral Twitter | @BamCabral  Tune in to the Guilty Privilege Podcast with Amber Cabral Grab a copy of Amber's books at Amazon!  Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others -  Love what you're hearing? Follow Jessica Hurley and share the love! IG | @jessicahurley__  Rich In Real Life is produced by EPYC Media Network 

Amber Cabral, founder of Cabral Co. and global inclusion leader, tackles the tough conversations about culture and empowering equity in your business.

Inclusion strategist, certified coach, speaker, and author Amber Cabral is back to discuss what it means to build a business that not only feels successful to you but also feels like a business you actually want to run.  Tune in as Amber shares her journey from solopreneur to realizing she couldn't do it all on her own and had to grow, all while keeping the heart of her business alive. And how she decided that the impact, culture, and legacy of her small business was worth more than the “big dollars.” KEY POINTS:The journey from solopreneur to business ownerIdentifying your “enough” number The impact and culture of intentionally small businesses “How much is the money worth?”Why you need to get clear about what you love doing in your businessQUOTABLES: “The bigger you get, the harder it is to translate the heart of the mission.” “Figure out early if you're building a business and want to work in your field or building a business you want to sell.”  GUEST RESOURCES: Amber Cabral Ambercabral.com www.cabralconsultingllc.com IG | instagram.com/bamcabral LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/ambercabral  RESOURCES:Like what you're hearing? Check out Little Fish Accounting at: www.littlefishaccounting.comLearn more about Little Fish's suite of services and get access to new goodies by signing up for our newsletter: mailchi.mp/littlefishaccounting/socialFollow Little Fish Accounting on social media!IG | instagram.com/littlefishaccountingThe Fish Food Podcast is edited by Instapodcasts (visit at instapodcasts.com)

Kate Davis talks with Amber Cabral about diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Amber is an Inclusion Strategist, certified coach, speaker and author of Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture.

I recently read (or better said: INHALED) the book Allies and Advocates by Amber Cabral and I couldn't stop thinking about how much I wanted to share this content with you. I'm sharing a recap of some of the core content of the book with you in this episode, but also FIERCELY encouraging you to read it on your own! You can get it from Amazon or Audible here: https://amzn.to/3xkYTRq (*This is an Affiliate Link - If you choose to make a purchase, I may receive a commission for sharing the product, at no extra cost from you.)

In this week's podcast, I have the pleasure of interviewing Amber Cabral, Inclusion Strategist, certified coach, speaker and author of Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture. Amber discusses the events that led to her leaving the corporate world to start her podcast You Can Have Whatever You Want®. She also provides insight into the desire to have one's identity and culture be understood, as well as how she grew and learned from the experience of not fitting in. Additionally, Amber shares about the wonderful work she's doing with Brown Girls Do Ballet, as well as the message she's focusing on in her newest book, Say More About That   Amber's Book Recommendation: The Broken Earth Trilogy, by N.K. Jemisin: https://amzn.to/3zGCbEc   To learn more about Amber Cabral, visit the links below: Amber's book: Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture: https://amzn.to/3JzTE5Q Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others: https://amzn.to/3A50vRu Amber's website: ambercabral.com Amber's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-can-have-whatever-you-want/id1492759592 Amber's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bamcabral/?hl=en Amber's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ambercabral Brown Girls Do Ballet website: https://www.browngirlsdoballet.com/ Brown Girls Do Ballet IG: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlsdoballet/?hl=en Subscribe to the Podcast here: Apple   |  Google  |  Spotify  | Stitcher   Stay Connected with Heather: To schedule a call with Heather, click here  To follow Heather on Instagram, click here To subscribe to Heather's 3Q newsletter, click here To request a transcript of this episode, email operations@heatherhansenpresents.com

Inclusion and diversity strategist Amber Cabral, shares candid advice on how to be an ally, build inclusion, and maybe even fix a bro-culture. Offered as an expert perspective on the WEN series, we explore corporate “mistakes”, how to apologize well, and how to speak up for what's best. She claims that the efforts of change-making are worth it but get ready to be uncomfortable. Pick up her book, Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture and her brand-new book Say More About That. Original episode release date February 22, 20021.

Dr. Ian is talking Diversity Equity and Inclusion with a star in the field Amber Cabral. Listen in as they talk all Diversity, Culture and the Mainstream. You are sure to be enlightened and inspired. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ian is talking Diversity Equity and Inclusion with a star in the field Amber Cabral. Listen in as they talk all Diversity, Culture and the Mainstream. You are sure to be enlightened and inspired. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Diversity Be Like, host Sequoia Houston talks to Amber Cabral. She is a global inclusion strategist, certified coach, and author of an international best-selling book - Author of Allies and Advocates.

On this episode of Diversity Be Like, host Sequoia Houston talks to Amber Cabral. She is a global inclusion strategist, certified coach, and author of an international best-selling book - Author of Allies and Advocates.

In this episode, Keith and Ricky break bread with author of "Allies and Advocates, Amber Cabral, where she speaks about performative allyship, skin color, white privilege and white fragility. KP & PR bring a couple RECEIPTS about why corporate allyship is so important. And the podcast closes out with Amber sharing C-CRETS from her book regarding the 6 Steps to Being a Better Ally and a timely C-CRET for black women trying to find their voice.

The WEN story may have left you with more questions than answers. So, we're bringing in the experts! Inclusion and diversity strategist Amber Cabral, offers candid advice on how to be an ally, build inclusion, and maybe even fix a bro-culture. She claims that the efforts of change-making are worth it, but get ready to be uncomfortable. Pick up her book, Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture!

A critical responsibility of CEOs is creating the space for people to be their greatest selves. If 2020 taught us anything, it's that companies and the people who make decisions in them have a long way to go in understanding and growing diversity and inclusion. How can CEOs create an environment where everybody has equal opportunity to become their best selves if they don't really understand the underlying dynamics that different types of people face? To find the answer, we talked with Amber Cabral, Inclusion and Diversity Strategist, Executive Coach, and Author of “Allies and Advocates” about how to identify privilege in our own personal lives and how leaders can develop diversity and inclusion strategies at their companies. What we talked about: -What led Amber to become a D&I strategist and author. -The difference between an ally and an advocate, and how to be both. -How to become aware of privilege and extend privilege to others. -Tangible steps for moving from awareness to action. -Tips for intelligently and compassionately engaging in conversations on diversity. For the entire interview, subscribe to HR Superstars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Stitcher. Or, tune in on our website.  

In this episode of From Solid Ground to Resilient, I'm discussing how I got my book deal with Wiley Publishing. Resilient: How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Business With or Without Capital is now available for pre-order here: https://www.amazon.com/Resilient-Overcome-Anything-Million-Business/dp/1119773873 I'm also bringing on a special guest and friend, Amber Cabral. Amber is an Inclusion Strategist, certified coach, speaker, and the author of Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture which was released last November with Wiley. You can learn more about her work and order her book on her website https://www.ambercabral.com/ What to expect when you purchase my Resilient book: Resilient delivers an invaluable collection of private journal entries mapping out a path from bootstrapping a multi-million dollar business to raising millions in Series A funding for another. Entrepreneur and Resilia CEO Sevetri Wilson describe her journey from self-funding to venture capital success. Written for ambitious and aspiring entrepreneurs like herself, Wilson covers a wide variety of topics about the entrepreneurial journey:  How to go from idea to product The correct way to dive into the hiring process Preparing to raise money Building a tech company as a non-technical founder How to select the right accelerators, programs, and pitch competitions Creating wealth while building a business The author also shares her “Simple Agreement for Future Equity” (SAFE) agreement and first pitch deck. Perfect for entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, and founders, Resilient belongs on the bookshelves of anyone interested in the process of bootstrapping and/or raising capital to grow a business in any sector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To learn more about Doug, Amber, and Vans, visit https://futureofstorytelling.org/story/doug-palladini-amber-cabral-ep-27EPISODE NOTES© 2020 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett Crowe Mix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to Doug Palladini, Amber Cabral, Regina McConnell, Bonnie Eldon, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, Vanina Morrison, and Megan Worman.

In this episode of Women@Work, diversity and inclusion expert Amber Cabral joins Laura to talk allyship- what it really is, and why it’s so important. She shares simple but impactful steps that all of us can use –regardless of our individual identities. Along the way, she brings her compassion and clarity to bare on the enduring challenge of learning how to not just listen- but to really hear each other. Want more? Visit ambercabral.com, browngirlsdoinc.org, and browngirlsdoballet.com. Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on December 10, 2020 on SiriusXM's Business Radio, Channel 132. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our current social climate, the conversation around advocacy and allyship are on-trend across professional and personal spaces alike. At some point, most of us have probably had to carry the burden of serving as the BIPOC spokesperson to people in our network who say, “I want to support, but don’t know what I can do”. Well, diversity and inclusion strategist, Amber Cabral, has literally written the book on what to do. Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture provides a practical take on how to effectively occupy both spaces and fight for fair on all fronts. We sat down with her to talk all things diversity, equity and inclusion related.Allies and Advocates is a wrecking ball, knocking down barriers in the largely white, largely male publishing world, and affirming that black talent is worth investing in. You can order your copy on Amazon here . Visit ambercabral.com for all things Amber Cabral and find her on Instagram and Twitter as @BamCabral. This episode is jam packed with gems! We’d love to hear your take-aways. Visit us on Instagram and let us know via DM on Instagram (@littlefishaccounting), or send us an email at podcasts@littlefishaccounting.comLooking for someone to fill in the accounting gaps for you? Visit www.littlefishaccounting.com/services to review our partnership packages or schedule a clarity consulting call. Your support keeps Little Fish Accounting swimming!

A little update about where the Package Your Genius podcast is going...   I haven't sat down to record an episode of Package Your Genius in eight months and for that, I need to be straight up with you and offer my sincerest apologies. When the year started, I was in a season of searching that took me a little longer than it usually takes at the beginning of a new year. I knew I was on the cusp of a season of personal and business change - I can't tell you how I knew it, but I did know it. And for that reason, I believe my spirit was stuck in quicksand. I kept trying to put my own plan together for 2020, but every time I'd try, I'd get nowhere. It was like God was saying - "Girl, no need for a plan right now. Stay flexible. Things are about to get weird..." Then the pandemic hit, and the year began to unravel quickly. I had just launched a high-end group program for established personal brands - AGENCY - and as we onboarded new members, news of the pandemic spread. Two weeks into the new program, my kids' school shut down and transitioned to virtual classes. My husband's corporate job also went virtual so everyone was working from home. Four weeks into the new program, several of my clients reported lost revenue due to pandemic-related cancellations. I was devastated, terrified, unnerved - you name it. I immediately went into my default recession mental programming. If you know my story, you know that when the Great Recession of 2007-2008 hit, I was laid off from my newspaper staff writer position with a newborn baby and my husband would soon lose his job as well. While I hunkered down and started the first iteration of my PR business, I remember feeling stressed and scared the entire time. In those early months, there was a lot of hitting and a lot of missing - and with a newborn baby, there was so much pressure to succeed for survival's sake.   Fast forward to this past spring, and my default story around uncertain economic times started to play in my head. I mean, it was visceral. I could literally feel the panic of 2007-2008 just as if I were once again a first-time twenty-something mother who had just lost her job. Like many parents, I wondered if my kids would mentally be okay spending so much time indoors and if any of us would catch the virus and get sick. I grieved not getting to visit my grandmother on her 90th birthday which coincided with the kids' spring break. More in line with my conditioning though, as I watched news of rising unemployment numbers in the USA, I worried if I would be okay if my clients' businesses would be okay and if I should brace for a season of drought and struggle. But this time, I was far removed from that 2007 2008 version of myself as a business owner who's weathered her fair share of storms and built something profitable and sustainable - something I am proud of. But that didn't keep me from feeling the physical manifestation of anxiety, and replaying my recession story both mentally and physically. My fear froze me. I held off on launching the programs I'd had on my calendar for 2020. I took my focus off of myself and dove into supporting my children as they navigated classes on RingCentral and Zoom. I gave all my energy to my new program clients which paid off handsomely when I witnessed them clawing back to rebuild their 2020 revenues, outline and publish their books, raise six-figure sponsorships, host sold-out virtual events, and land a traditional book deal. I plan to record either a special podcast episode or virtual training on the specific lessons I learned about building your profits via your personal brand even during a pandemic.   But anyway, a few of my new agency clients ended up leaving the program early due to their own situations regarding COVID - one, in particular, was a hospital executive who was essentially living at the hospital and putting herself at risk every day to go to work. But some of the clients we onboarded that spring stayed for the full duration of the 6-month program and can I tell you, it was our weekly calls that kept me focused and productive so much so that I need to call them by name - Thank you Tamika, Amber, Tiffany, Kimberly, Tisa, Tanya, and Susan for giving me a place to put my mental focus on the days I wanted to spiral back into my old story.   Working with these ladies through the first months of the pandemic was so eye-opening - their courage to keep showing up and continue offering their gifts to the world inspired me to keep showing up and keep offering my gifts to them. In hindsight, working with them really got me through the worst of it - at least what has been the worst of it so far.   But back to what happened with the podcast. I knew about a year ago that I needed to pivot my mission and the content for this podcast because I'd started to veer into a new direction with what I was being called to share. Even though it would literally take me 5 minutes to make a list of 20 personal branding topics that would neatly fit under the package your genius umbrella, I prefer to share what is being channeled through me and give you the downloads directly from my source.   And those how-to service pieces were not coming through, okay? You probably noticed how you started hearing a lot about nature and purpose and finding your path much more than you heard about how to write a better bio or grow your audience on LinkedIn. Which is why I believe I lost my podcast voice for eight months. Until I was ready to claim this other more "woo woo" part of myself and my voice, I thought it was better to say nothing at all.   But I'm excited to announce I have decided to step into the new season of my voice and I've launched PURPOSESCAPING, my new podcast and platform to help you go deeper with your personal brand and clear a pathway to your purpose.   PURPOSESCAPING has been in the works for a while, but I'm happy to finally have the opportunity to share it with you. So if you're interested in where I'm going with my new level of thinking, search for PURPOSESCAPING wherever you listen to your podcasts and subscribe. I've also set up an Instagram account just for that brand and it's @purposescaping so please follow along and engage with me there.   Now. What does that mean for Package Your Genius? To be honest, I am not 100% sure just yet. However, I did feel like the content I've produced here up to this point is relevant to many of you, and may be relevant to people who discover me for the first time in the future. That's why I didn't rebrand Package Your Genius to PURPOSESCAPING and essentially erase it from the internet. I wanted to let it stand here as a resource to people who still want to check out these 150+ episodes as they may be relevant to wherever you are on your journey. Because everyone won't want to come along - I'm clear that PURPOSESCAPING is not for everybody.   Will I continue to update the Package Your Genius podcast? As I see it now, I definitely won't be updating the podcast as regularly as I did before, however I still have tactical content from time to time that would probably make more sense to share here, so I may publish at least one episode or interview here per month. We'll see. I'm not putting a ton of pressure on it as PURPOSESCAPING is my major focus right now. But again, as I have tactical personal branding nuggets to share, I plan to share them with you here.   For example, next week I'm hosting one of my longtime students and clients, diversity consultant Amber Cabral in conversation with an acquisitions editor at Wiley Press. They're going to be discussing how to land a traditional book deal as an expert without a huge following, so I may come back on and share a few nuggets from that conversation. If you would like to participate in that live and hear from the book editor and about Amber's experience attracting the attention of a major publisher and landing a book deal in the middle of a pandemic, we are making that conversation a bonus to people who preorder a copy of her book Allies and Advocates, so watch our social media for those details. I'm @packageyourgenius and she's @bamcabral   Last announcement, I am excited to open the doors for another group of students of Package your Genius Academy in November. This group will be a little different - I plan to work with this group over 6 months instead of the traditional 3 so we'll get a chance to GO DEEPER into the concepts, and lean into the brand-building challenges. We'll be embedding much of the new PURPOSESCAPING framework into how I teach. If you've been looking to package your genius finally and feel that now is the time check it out. If you want to work with someone and be in community for at least six months, and you have the time to invest as well as the financial resources to invest, reach out. This is a program, not a course and will be priced as such.   We're looking for individuals who are committed to branding the most authentic version of who they are, ready to step into the NEXT LEVEL of their gift, high achievers who feel like they've reached a level of success that may impress other people but they know they are being called to do more - even if friends and family think they're crazy for wanting to do more tired of just doing what they CAN do - what they have the talent, expertise, and skills to do - or what others recruit them to do. We want to work with people who are on a journey to find their true purpose and the work they were BORN to do. We're looking for coachable clients who understand their PR/Marketing gaps and want to grow. We're looking for those who are willing to be brave and try new things even if they don't understand why you're being asked to do it.   Is that you? If so, apply to work with my team and I at packageyourgeniusacademy.com but make sure you do so in the next day or so as we're reviewing applications and getting qualified applicants onboarded soon so we can start next month. We're not doing a long involved launch this time around - I really want to touch people who are already in my orbit and are familiar with what I'm about so no hard sell here. If you hear about it you hear about it, and if it speaks to you it speaks to you. Because I truly believe the people who are meant to join me over the next few months will hear about it and find their way to applying.   That's all for now - know that I've missed you terribly, and I'm grateful to each and every one of you who has given me a reason to turn on my microphone and record into the void. If you've listened this far, be sure to let me know by saying hi on social media, I'm @packageyourgenius on Instagram - and as always don't forget to rate the show and give us a review if you're so inclined.

Get out there and meet people.  Well - but how? You truly may be trying to figure out, how do I get  out here and connect with the right people in order to truly get my thing started or to just keep going? Well - this episode is for you! Join me for a conversation with diversity and inclusion expert, Amber Cabral of Cabral Co. as we discuss how to network virtually.  Listen. Share. Take Action. JUST START!

Dr. Vee Helene talks with Amber Cabral, founder of Cabral Co. – a Diversity and Inclusion consulting agency – about diversity and inclusion practices in business; as well as the lack of diversity and inclusion in growing markets and in law making regarding women’s reproductive choices. Abortion history facts were retrieved from: https://www.history.com/topics/womens-rights/roe-v-wade Population projection...

On Part 2 of the 1-year celebration of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi shares clips from episodes that were particularly impactful to Kimi or her listeners. If you missed any of these guests when they came on the podcast, be sure to go back and listen to glean all of their shared knowledge and experiences! We’ve included time stamps in these show notes for your reference. 1:19 - The first group of impactful podcast guests is “Resolutions 2 Results”: people who specialize in planning, executing, and limiting distractions to help them achieve their goals. • 2:19 - Jenna Faye talked with us about manifesting your dreams, gaining the clarity you need, and taking inspired action. • 3:09 - Amiyrah Martin shared about using time blocking as a way of planning to succeed. • 4:44 - Meico Whitlock described using mindfulness to limit distractions and cut down on technology consumption. • 6:01 - Amber Cabral guided listeners through her process of execution in her tasks and goals. 6:48 – The second set of guests have overcome life’s setbacks, trauma, and grief, and they are using their experiences to encourage others. • 7:27 - Robin Clark demonstrated the power of forgiveness when she publicly forgave the person who raped her, and she has lived her best life ever since. • 9:15 - Vanessa Lemaistre lived through childhood abuse and then lost her young son unexpectedly, but she has overcome her circumstances and chooses to be positive and believe in herself. • 11:09 - Zana Williams lost her father right before she started law school, and she continues to work hard in his memory. • 14:42 - Maya Tyler tragically became a widow at a young age, and now she is intentionally empowering herself and others to be who they want to be. • 17:01 - Kina Fields has gone through depression, anxiety, and addictions along her path to find meaning, and she has found healing and hope through art. She uses her story to remind us that we never know what someone else is going through, and it is best to be empathetic and caring at all times. 22:14 – The third set of podcast guests use their platforms to advocate for justice and inclusivity, making Kimi think of them as the “Social Impact with Swag” group. • 22:56 – India Rias Thompson started a blog with her wife to destigmatize the black LGBT community and combat discrimination. • 25:52 - LaDeia Joyce is HIV positive, but she chooses not to be negative about life. Instead, she encourages everyone to know their status and break down the misconceptions they may have about HIV. 28:02 – One guest has stuck with Kimi as having the “Most Transformative Lifestyle Change” by overcoming his circumstances and using his experience to help others rise above as well. • 28:52 - Justice Wali grew up in the South Side of Chicago and ended up being involved with a gang before he found a way out of his situation and learned the power of shifting your mindset. He now coaches others, including at-risk youth, about the power of their minds and their potential in spite of their circumstances. 33:08 – And finally, Kimi shares her favorite clip of the podcast so far. • Kina Fields, on the topic of how to handle a relapse in your behavior, gave us this gem: “Be kind to yourself.”

Amber Cabral founded Cabral Co where she helps organizations identify the ways they can shift their behaviors, tactics and mindsets to diversify the culture of the organization. As Amber says, culture is not just about counting heads, it’s about how it feels to work there. Her work helps move the needle on actually having an inclusive, as well as diverse company culture. It was only when Amber was asked to sit on a diversity council at her job that she uncovered her passion for diversity and inclusion work. Later, when she switched jobs and the diversity council was no longer present, Amber had an aha moment that the diversity work was what actually lit her up about her job. How does someone end up working in diversity and inclusion? Timing is everything. Before D & I became the career field du jour, Amber knew she wanted to do something, but the opportunities weren’t readily available. Moving to the Fortune 1 Company - Walmart Stores - she took on a major mentoring initiative for the company, which taught her many professional lessons before she exited the company and ultimately, the corporate world completely from an employee standpoint. In the interview Amber shares how a “voluntold” opportunity put her on the path to a full-fledged consulting company, and how being open to new assignments can open up your career path. Hear: how she built relationships while working remotely how she landed a role at the Fortune 1 and how she came to the ultimate decision to pivot from corporate to start her consulting business  how we’re all constellations of our personal networks, how we’re not alone, how there’s a net that many of us aren’t accessing to get our side hustles or consulting gigs going how she turned the trait she was criticized for during her corporate tenure  into the superpower that powers her training business   “Always be evolving and be willing to do the work of change.” - Amber Cabral Amber’s Lessons Learned: 1. You do not have to live the life you've been told to. You get to decide the kind of life and career you want. 2. Always be evolving. Doing something is better than thinking about everything, be open and eager for change. 3. Bring authenticity to every part of your life: relationships, work, family and everything in between. When someone connects to the authenticity in you, it opens up doors you would otherwise have never known existed. Find Amber online: Amber’s Website Cabral Co - Cabral Co Amber on Instagram @BamCabral Amber on Twitter @BamCabral Amber on LinkedIn - Amber Cabral   What I’m reading and listening to this week Golf Home Owners Find Themselves in a Hole  on the WSJ Three Brothers Launch Eco-Friendly Candle Company - on BlackNews.com   As mentioned in the episode Last call for Package Your Genius Academy It’s the last week to apply for this round of Package Your Genius Academy. I’m so excited about the amazing group that’s already coming together for our February 5 start date! Such brilliant minds. Among the current roster, we have a scientific research funding consultant, a therapist in private practice, and a life coach who is pioneering a new coaching style based on her stage time as an actor. I still have some room for a few more high achievers who have a track record of professional success and need help framing their story, articulating their value to the clients who need them, and becoming more visible through media and speaking. If you: have had some success in one area, but want to make a shift and do something you’ve never done before, don’t know how to clearly describe what you do, package who you are, or sell yourself to others, or have had on the job successes and are often praised for your work but now want to translate that into more consulting opportunities, apply here. As always, Package Your Genius: 5 Steps to Build Your Most Powerful Personal Brand is available on Amazon Package Your Genius Personal Branding Companion Workbook is available on Amazon  

The Wanna Be Podcast is back for a Black History Month special and I’m going to be sharing the stories of phenomenal black women who are almost certainly making history with their work.I got to interview New York Times Bestselling author Angie Thomas.She wrote a book called The Hate U Give which I think you’ll like. It’s about a teenage girl called Starr who witnesses her friend die at the hands of the police.The book just got turned into a movie with Amandla Stenberg and it’s so good, you should see it. Honestly, it’s kinda a lot, there’s police brutality, #BlackLivesMatter dealing with white friends and microaggressions. It’s iconic! The film’s out now so go see it!I can’t wait for you to hear this episode, you’re on the path to success right now and Angie shares how she’s managing being social media in the face of sudden success. We talk about what it’s like to give up control on your work and how you can be a better activist and make real change in your community.Angie is on a whirlwind of success and to be honest I just wanted to know how she was doing...Don’t forget to head out to the cinema to see The Hate U Give it is remarkable and like Angie says the start of a conversation. You can find Angie on Instagram on @AngieThomasBe sure to share this podcast with a friend who’s a bit lost and doesn’t know what they want to do. You can do this by tagging them and @wannabepodcast on both Twitter and Instagram. Also feel free to screenshot the episode you’re listening to in your insta stories and I’ll reshare them.For detailed show notes, photos, freebies and top quotes from this episode visit wannabepodcast.com. I’ll be updating the show notes at the end of each month.This is the last episode in the Black History Month special it has been a pleasure to create these episodes and introduce you to phenomenal black women. Special thanks to Abadesi Osunsade, Vashti Harrison, Amber Cabral, Amandla Stenberg and of course Angie Thomas. I’ll catch up with you in 2019! If you’re loving the podcast and want to see it grow please do leave a rating and review via Apple Podcasts and do reach out to me with questions, comments and guest recommendations for Season 2. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Our guest today on the Early Accountability Podcast with Kimi Walker is Amber Cabral. Amber is a writer, a speaker, an inclusion & diversity consultant, a non-profit board member, and an execution coach. She owns a boutique consulting firm called Cabral Consulting Co. After working in the corporate world for over a decade, Amber decided it was time to start her own consulting business because she was growing increasingly frustrated with corporate politics. This move, although not easy, has been liberating for Amber as she just recently celebrated one year of self-employment. Amber shares tips on how to execute your goals and how to be accountable for your actions. As an execution coach, she has some really great ideas that can easily be put into practice!