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What's a "Diversity Hire?" It's Time to Desegregate Internship and Fellowship Job Titles.
I now question the use of "diversity" when we refer to people. After all, an individual cannot be diverse.
Apr 30, 20242 min read
DEI in 5 - Ep15 - The Harmful Effects of Misrepresenting Your Identity as a DEI Professional
Today, I want to talk about the harmful effects of misrepresenting one's identity, particularly in the diversity, equity, and inclusion...
Mar 7, 20234 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep14: Resistance to DEI
On March 1st, there was an article published in HBR, Harvard Business Review, written by three psychology researchers, who’s recent...
Mar 6, 20234 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep10: DEI vs. ESG
Today I want to talk about the differences and similarities between two areas of corporate social responsibility —ESG and DEI. If you’re...
Feb 28, 20233 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep7: Psychological Safety
Before we dive into today's video, I want to emphasize that these 5-minute DEI discussions are not meant to be comprehensive or...
Feb 23, 20232 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep6: "Culture Fit"
During yesterday’s episode, episode 5, we defined company culture. If you missed it, definitely go back and check it out; it was about 4...
Feb 22, 20232 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep5: Defining Company Culture
Today, we're going to define company culture and discuss why it's essential to include it as part of an organization's DEI goals and...
Feb 21, 20232 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep4: "I don't see color"
Today, we're tackling the harmful statement, "I don't see color" as it relates to race. Now, unless you're talking about a visual...
Feb 20, 20233 min read
DEI in 5: Bite-Sized Discussions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ep1: "Check-the-Box" Efforts
Video: https://youtube.com/live/EqQsW_t82Go Lately, I've heard several people say they wish they had more time for DEI, or they want to...
Feb 15, 20232 min read
Unpopular Opinion: I HATE Conferences
Unpopular opinion (or maybe a popular one and folks just don't say it? 🤔): I HATE business conferences. More specifically, in-person...
Jan 26, 20232 min read
Black Folks Doing Extraordinary Things: Cho - Content Creator, Streamer, Podcaster, Gamer
Have you ever heard of "swatting" in the online gaming industry? I hadn't. Swatting is when an online gamer makes a false emergency call...
Jan 26, 20231 min read
America Has a Problem: Black Women are Leaving the Workforce in NUMBERS to become Entrepreneurs ✌🏾
America Has a Problem: Black Women are Leaving the Workforce in NUMBERS to become Entrepreneurs ✌🏾
Jan 20, 20231 min read
5 Things That I Think DEI Needs in 2023
1) DEI practitioners NEED to get it together. We need experienced and credible folks. And more dedicated folks—meaning folks who are...
Jan 12, 20232 min read
August 9, 2022 Newsletter
Cover image of Adriele Parker in black and white. Image reads: August 2022 Newsletter
Aug 9, 20221 min read
Cultural celebrations at work are fun, but what is your organization REALLY doing to tackle DEI?
Hey there! So as I’m sure you’ve noticed, and perhaps you’ve maybe even experienced it, but a number of organizations are returning to...
May 4, 20214 min read
So, You Want to Work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI / D&I)? Here's What You Should Know!
Note: Below is a modified transcript from the video embedded above. Recently, I've had a lot of conversations with folks who are...
Apr 9, 20216 min read
Part 3 of 3: How I Started a 6 Figure DEI Consulting Business in 6 months - Generating $$$
Note: Below is a modified transcript from part 3 (above) of a three-part YouTube series, in which I discuss how I started a six-figure...
Apr 1, 20216 min read
Part 2 of 3: How I Started a 6 Figure DEI Consulting Business in 6 months - Steps BEFORE Launching
Note: Below is a modified transcript from part 2 (above) of a three-part YouTube series, in which I discuss how I started a six-figure...
Mar 19, 20217 min read
Part 1 of 3: How I Started a 6 Figure DEI Consulting Business in 6 months - Background Info
Note: Below is a modified transcript from part 1 (above) of a three-part YouTube series, in which I discuss how I started a six-figure...
Mar 19, 20215 min read
Myth: Implicit/Unconscious Bias Training Doesn't Work
Image: Illustration of unconscious thoughts by Jordan Mondell, Contributing Editor Pitt News. Image Description: A black & white...
Mar 15, 20211 min read
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