Cascading Leadership - The Show
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The journeys of women, BIPOC, and immigrants who have risen to positions of senior leadership. Spotlighting their stories and sharing the lessons they've learned with the next generation of professionals so they can move their careers further, and faster. Stuff your managers never take the time to tell you and stuff they don't teach you in business school.
Cascading Leadership - The Show
2M ago
The importance of allyship in creating a diverse and inclusive culture in sales and marketing organizations was highlighted in this conversation. Success is not achieved alone and members of underrepresented communities often feel isolated in their roles. This creates a gap in creating an environment that promotes inclusivity and diversity.
This conversation covers the steps needed to become an effective ally and the role that allyship plays in fostering a culture of inclusivity. Empathy, active listening, and a commitment to learning about the experiences of underrepresented communities are ..read more
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2M ago
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Cascading Leadership - The Show
2M ago
The lack of representation and diversity in sales and marketing leadership positions was the focus of a recent conversation. Despite underrepresented groups accounting for almost 40% of the US population, they only held 20% of executive positions. Women held only 29% of C-suite positions.
Promoting diversity and creating an inclusive culture would benefit business outcomes and performance.
Promoting diversity in leadership positions would require setting clear goals and benchmarks and addressing biases that may be preventing underrepresented communities from advancing in their careers ..read more
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2M ago
Peer-to-peer mentorship is an underutilized tool that can significantly accelerate career development, particularly for those from underrepresented communities in sales and marketing.
Being both a mentor and a mentee can accelerate learning and provide new perspectives. However, there is a misconception that early career professionals may not have much to offer.
To make the most of peer-to-peer mentorship, make sure to align to one's own goals and values and pairing up with someone who shares similar ones. Open communication, trust, and vulnerability were noted as critical to building ..read more
Cascading Leadership - The Show
2M ago
Mentorship and having a board of directors are crucial for underrepresented individuals looking to advance their careers in sales and marketing.
Mentors can offer advice and guidance based on shared experiences and perspectives, provide networking opportunities, and help accelerate careers. They can also offer the benefit of their experience in making better decisions and overcoming challenges.
To identify potential mentors, the first step is to understand one's professional goals and seek mentors from the same industry or similar backgrounds. Attend industry events, use LinkedIn, and join p ..read more
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2M ago
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Everyone is a free agent and to act accordingly. This means to take control of your career and act intentionally when presented with opportunities and offers from various companies.
This is important to do in order to make sure that you are making the most of the opportunities presented to you and to ensure your career is on the path that you have mapped out.
Adopting an owner's mentality. It is important to be aware of the incentives that leaders have, which can sometimes be different from those of the line level employees. Don't cede too much control to oth ..read more
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2M ago
Representation in sales and marketing is extremely important for early and mid-career professionals. It is difficult for members of underrepresented communities to get interviews and job opportunities, as they are often labeled as not fitting the right culture. This conversation aims to explore the role that representation plays in the success of sales and marketing professionals.
It is necessary to have inclusionary practices in order to create an equal playing field. Having more representation in sales and marketing positions allows for more diverse perspectives and ideas, which can l ..read more
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2M ago
Organizations face a variety of challenges when it comes to keeping their employees engaged. To address this, tech and organizational leaders have put forth strategies to ensure employees remain engaged.
These strategies focus on bringing one's whole self to work, building a culture of balance and fairness, and creating a sense of belonging. This helps employees to stay motivated and connected to the mission of the organization.
Furthermore, organizations should strive to create an environment where employees feel valued and respected, as well as providing them with the tools to b ..read more
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2M ago
Dr. Jim discussed the importance of building equity for Black women in leadership and welcomed a panel of guests to the show. T
The three panelists discussed the role of leadership in advancing black women into leadership roles in sales.
Sertrice Grice has a background in industrial organizational psychology, and is passionate about allyship and inclusive behaviors. She and her business partner recently wrote a book called Inclusalytics and are also creating a training course on allyship .
Dr. Jim asked Grice why it's important to have a data-driven approach to DEI. Grice explai ..read more
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2M ago
Navigating the Career Path - Staying True to Yourself & Unlocking Success
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Dr. Jim and Natalie Coulson discuss the importance of staying true to oneself and why anonymity is not a virtue in the modern world. Natalie works with entrepreneurial thinkers to help them find their personal brand, no matter if they are still in a corporate environment or have made the transition into their own business.
They discuss the keys to getting ahead in the modern world and how people should navigate their career path. Natalie encourages people to stay true to themselves and to not b ..read more