A Sutton-Bey Blog

 

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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Rethinking NDAs in the Workplace: Balancing Confidentiality with Transparency for Organizational Health Dec 12, 2023

As an advocate for trauma-informed practice and creating healing spaces in the workplace, I've observed a growing concern that needs addressing: the impact of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) on...

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How Stay Interviews Foster Employee Voice and Choice Oct 25, 2023

In today's dynamic business landscape, the emphasis on retaining talented employees is shifting towards placing Employee Voice at the forefront of the talent retention conversation. It’s not...

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A Sneak Peek into the eBook "The Trauma-Informed Manager: A Practitioner's Handbook" Sep 01, 2023
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey that will reshape the way you lead and manage? Get ready to unlock the doors to a new era of compassionate and effective leadership. In this...
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