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One of the things we talk about a lot in our work with organizations is building a circle not a ladder.
What do we mean by this?
Well, a ladder is a hierarchy. There are people on top and people below. Often, those higher up on the ladder think that DEI work means extending a hand down to those below to help them up the ladder.
Um, no thank you.
Read MoreThe other day, someone shared with me that something they have learned, and that they've been practicing during this time, is: "I don't have to know what to do next."
Although I have known this for a while, it really hit me in the gut all over again. A sense of relief washed over me. I felt my entire body, heart, and soul exhale.
Are you holding on tightly to the idea that you have to have all the answers right now?
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