Percolating Points To Pursue
I have been consuming so much information lately through articles, books, and podcasts.
As a result, my mind is full of thoughts that I would like to share with you. My goal is to add value to you and empower you to lead and care for yourself and others. Let me know your thoughts on these topics and whether you're experiencing them in the workplace.
Women's History Month—What's your reality on women's progress in the workplace compared to existing gaps? Some facts show that women's representation in the C-suite remains low, although it's growing. Latest stats show that women make, on average, .84 times what white males make, and women of color make less. Click here to read this interesting analysis. How are you measuring the progress? I also learned that companies that focus on inclusion, diversity, and equity employ a higher number of female leaders, and morale is higher.
Mature employees are becoming more valued- I found this enlightening, especially as a baby boomer. In a recent Harvard Business Review podcast, the discussion centered around the significance of possessing attributes such as maturity, wisdom, and a solid commitment to adding value to others. The podcast emphasized the importance of focusing on these aspects instead of being overly concerned with climbing the corporate ladder. This topic was also explored in a Fortune article, which further highlighted the need for individuals to prioritize personal growth and the betterment of others over simply seeking career advancement. Click here to read the article. The HBR podcast is from March 19: Why Leaders Need to Value Their Retirement-Age Workforce
Executive Presence—New Rules: The key points in this HBR article fit right in with the theme of my training and coaching on RElearning. I LOVED it! According to the article, inclusiveness has shot onto the list of the most valued components of the three dimensions of executive presence. To quote, "To be inclusive, you must not only hire people with diverse backgrounds and give everyone a fair shot at climbing the ladder. You must also ensure that all your employees feel appreciated and supported." OMG, it reinforced the value of what I call power skills (formerly known as soft skills.) Click here to read the full article. That sums up some of the points I've been percolating the last couple of weeks. What's percolating in your brain? Reply, I'm curious and would love to know. I'm also curious how some of the information I shared in the last newsletter might have supported you in elevating your personal or professional leadership. As a reminder, here are the points:
The People Pile- John Maxwell-New book High Road Leadership
Consistency- Deoin Sanders -New book Elevate and Dominate
Believing in your value- Jamie Kern Lima – New book Worthy
How were these percolating points and resources helpful to you? Please indicate which topics you want to delve into more deeply.
Other resources to support you in elevating your year: RELEARN LEADERSHIP Did you read the book yet? If not, Click here to learn more and purchase: If you prefer to check out a chapter first, Click here and scroll down toward the bottom of the page.
I'm super excited to announce the Relearning Leadership courses so you can ignite and empower yourself and your teams. I'd appreciate it if you could introduce me to your network. Your recommendations hold weight in their eyes. Click here to learn more about the public workshops (which can also be private for an individual company). Click here to learn about the Mastermind group.
Champ Chats- the monthly program where panel experts and I discuss all things related to People and Culture. I've been fortunate and am honored to feature outstanding guests. The most recent Champ Chat was on March 19, where we discussed Women's History Month: Exploring Women's Achievements and Gaps on the Journey to Equality. So much wisdom was shared. Click here to watch April is next week, and it's Diversity Awareness Month.
Be sure to tune in on April 18, when we discuss hot topics such as people with disabilities, colorism, intercultural communication, and more. Click to register
I hope you know how much I value you and your support.
Let me hear from you. What challenges are you facing in developing yourself and your team? How can I support you? I wish you a Happy Easter weekend. Make today matter.
Shine on.
