A Sutton-Bey Blog

 

Who Are You Hiring? The Hidden Challenge of Building a Strong Team leadership & culture leadership development psychological safety in the workplace workforce trends workforce wednesday Mar 11, 2025

Lately, I’ve been talking with frustrated leaders. The frustration? Their teams aren’t living up to the ethos of the organization—the culture, values, and work ethic they’ve worked so hard to establis...

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No One Gave Me the Blueprint—So I Built One. Join Me. black women leadership career development career strategy essence of ujima program professional growth sponsorship matters Feb 19, 2025

There were moments in my career when I felt like I was doing everything right—working twice as hard, proving my worth, staying late, saying “yes” to every opportunity. And yet, I still found myself st...

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The Silent Struggle of Black Women in Corporate America – Microaggressions and the Cost of Silence black women leadership essence of ujima program leadership development microaggressionsmatter psychological safety in the workplace Feb 11, 2025

The Cost of Silence: Why Black Women Can’t Afford to Ignore Microaggressions in the Workplace


“I didn’t want to seem like the ‘angry Black woman.’”

“I told myself it wasn’t a big deal.”

“I felt lik...

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Why Social Capital is the Secret to Breaking Barriers for Black Women Leaders black women empowerment black women leadership breaking barriers essence of ujima program social capital Feb 04, 2025

It’s not just about what you know—it’s about who you know and who knows you. This concept of social capital—the relationships and networks that provide access to opportunities—is one of the most power...

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Breaking the “Broken Rung”: Empowering Black Women to Lead in Today’s Workplace black women empowerment black women leadership essence of ujima program leadership development resiliency workforce wednesday Jan 29, 2025

Did you know that for every 100 men promoted to manager, only 58 Black women are given the same opportunity? This disparity creates a “broken rung” on the career ladder, making it even harder for Blac...

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The Hidden Key to Workforce Development: Psychological Safety in Coaching Relationships psychological safety in the workplace trauma-informed practices workforce development workforce wednesday Jan 07, 2025

When we think of workforce development programs, much of the conversation revolves around program design: curricula, performance metrics, and placement strategies. However, one essential component is ...

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The Invisible Tug-of-War: Trauma, Triggers, and Psychological Safety in the Workplace leadership strategy psychological safety in the workplace trauma trauma-informed practices triggers workforce wednesday Dec 18, 2024

Did you know that 70% of employees say they avoid difficult conversations at work because they don’t feel safe speaking up? Now imagine one of them finally comes to you and says, 'I don’t feel psych...

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The Power of Transparent Decision-Making in Leadership Jun 11, 2024

Are you making decisions behind closed doors? If so, you may be unintentionally abusing your power and negatively impacting your workplace culture. The importance of transparent decision-making in lea...

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The Transformative Synergy of Trauma-Informed Practice and DEI: A Sensible Approach to Workplace Equity Jun 02, 2024

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have faced both scrutiny and challenges. Recent legal decisions, including a notable Supreme Court ruling, have cast shadows over workplace DEI programs, raising...

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The Challenges and Triumphs of Middle Managers Jan 16, 2024

In today's organizational landscape, middle managers are the unsung heroes. Often, they start as exemplary front-line workers, excelling in their roles. But when leadership recognizes their potential ...

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