Critical or negative feedback can alert you to important changes you need to make. However, hearing negative comments isn’t easy or comfortable. It can make anyone defensive, angry, or self-conscious. Here are some strategies that can help you process negative feedback and use it to improve your ...

Use this guidance to ensure your organization marks Memorial Day in ways that are respectful, appropriate, and meaningful. Strengthen feelings of inclusion, particularly for those with personal connections to this annual holiday, including veterans and military families.

Effective communication hinges not just on speaking, but also on attentive listening. Learn how to master the art of active listening, then take it one step further to become an inclusive listener.

Talent and expertise bolster your personal credibility and organizational success. Competence instills confidence, and employees are more likely to trust and follow a leader who demonstrates a deep understanding of their role. A leader who excels in their responsibilities also sets a standard for...

Leaders should be aware of how their key personality traits – such as risk-tolerance or adaptability – influence their judgment. This awareness helps leaders objectively assess how their internal narratives influence their decisions. In order to continue to grow and reap the benefits of self-awar...

It’s not uncommon for talented leaders to find collaboration uncomfortable. Top individual performers are often promoted into leadership, and many find it challenging to shift their focus from personal achievement to collective success. Yet, in today’s dynamic business environment, collaboration ...

Learn why it's important for allyship to come from the top of the organization and how organizations can make incremental progress. For the full webinar, visit https://www.gotostage.com/channel/22238eff15284e69847a9bb5243d7217/recording/6d0801618afa4b2d9d4e6b2f226c81af/watch?source=CHANNEL

Cultural intelligence hinges on an individual's capacity to set aside preconceived assumptions, which fosters inclusion and mutual respect. Learn how to use the "WAKE UP" method to recognize and mitigate bias.

Increasing your education within your industry isn't just about acquiring knowledge; it involves honing a deeper understanding that breeds confidence. The more informed you are about the trends in your space, the more empowered you become to speak up.

Self-awareness requires a deep understanding of yourself and how others perceive you. However, achieving both the internal and external aspects of self-awareness can be difficult and it gets harder as executives advance professionally. Unconscious bias is often a barrier on the path toward self-a...

One common compliant we hear about DEI is, “You’re trying to have diversity quotas. Why can’t we just hire the best people? “We’re lowering the standards, so now we don’t have quality products.” Well, we should hire the best people. But part of hiring the best people is having a wide candidate po...

In today's dynamic and diverse business landscape, effective communication is the cornerstone of successful leadership teams. There are numerous benefits, including better teamwork and enhanced collaboration. Learn three ways leaders can harness the power of effective communication.

Learn how to use your organization's core values to create shared understanding and an inclusive culture. For the full webinar, visit
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Gain a richer understanding of how to observe AAPI Heritage Month company-wide in May, engaging all employees in celebrating the many contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to American culture, including how to extend the value of this raised awareness throughout the year.

Educate yourself about National Native American Heritage month which pays tribute to the contributions of Indigenous and Alaskan Native people every November,. Special celebrations and cultural programming throughout the month provide opportunities to critically reexamine our history.

Learn how to communicate with employees about stressful, tragic, or heated events happening outside your organization.

Listen to a first-hand account about the power of mentorship to open doors otherwise closed to mentees. For the full webinar, visit
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Feeling overwhelmed by the abundance of information to learn about DEI or like DEI is being “shoved down your throat?” TDM CEO Donald Thompson provides some helpful advice on navigating that feeling or navigating conversations where you’re hearing this feedback.

Learn why leaders need to look beyond just their words to their tone, body language, and method of communication. For the full webinar, visit
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Learn how to establish physical and psychological safety within your team to enhance employee engagement. For the full webinar, visit
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Understand how to maintain business standards while putting policies and processes in place that allow team members to make mistakes without consequences. For the full webinar, visit
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Understand how leaders can balance their priorities -- profit and risk -- with employee priorities -- belonging and work satisfaction -- via the employee engagement model. For the full webinar, visit
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Karen Albritton shares a first-hand account about how leadership prerequisites can exclude qualified candidates. For the full webinar, visit https://www.gotostage.com/channel/22238eff15284e69847a9bb5243d7217/recording/746f6112c93746bc8631d2e83163526f/watch?source=CHANNEL

A key piece to having a growth mindset is taking risks and facing new challenges. Here are four tips to help leaders embrace challenges.