5 Things / Equity First
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5 Things / Equity First

Black History (which in my mind, should be respected and celebrated all year) Month is almost over. Before the month ends, I want to reflect on the “E” in DEI. Equity. When I first started this work, “E” wasn’t much discussed, but now I realize equity is the most important word in the acronym.

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5 Things / Lessons From The Puppy
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5 Things / Lessons From The Puppy

Obviously, this isn’t rocket science, and it applies in so many different contexts: with our children, with our partners, with our team. I know I like it when others relate to me in these ways. But like with so many other things, leading like this can be easier said than done.

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5 Things / Human Connection
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5 Things / Human Connection

I was on vacation the first half of this week. It’s a fascinating opportunity to step out of my bubble. I don’t know about you, but my bubble is full of many lovely people I know who think similarly to me. It also means I can be out of touch.

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