Articles
America Awakes: Juneteenth Isn't Just For Black People
Juneteenth is more than Black history or American history. It’s a story that is still being written. We can no longer depend on the decency of a silent majority to set the timetable for freedom. Will America wake up and live up to its promise?
Why Didn't God Protect Them?
I had no answer for the question I didn’t see coming. My children have become collateral for a broken industry in a morally bankrupt country. In guns we trust.
10 Reasons You Can’t Find Black Talent...
The Black talent you don’t see is a direct reflection of what you don’t do. The talent pipeline that runs dry leads to a well you never watered. I know, I don't want to take about this either.
Because of She: Why Manhood Needs More Womanhood
When I misunderstand women I misunderstand myself. There is decency in commemorating the sacrifice of all mothers - especially Black women, but the higher honor is in constructing a world where it is no longer necessary for survival.
Look Both Ways: And Other Lessons I Learned Too Late
When faith fails, what do you do? A story about accidental healing after tragedy.
How To Become A Token
The easiest way to tell the difference between a token and a treasure is not how they look but where they are used. Tokens always have conditional acceptance.
The Job Joy Scorecard
The only thing worse than turning down a job opportunity you should have accepted is accepting one you should have rejected. Trust me.
In the heat of the battle for better opportunities, my career instincts are to maximize the title, role, pay and situation for myself. Unfortunately, this means using the same persuasion tools that earned me the job offer to evaluate my job possibilities. Just when I need a coach I'm mentally stuck as a cheerleader, calling plays based on what I feel.
Unrealistic Leadership: 10 Ways to Confront Racism in Your Organization
It’s time to get unrealistic about confronting racism. Being realistic ain’t working. The realistic leader views racism as a Black issue to manage rather than a White problem to solve.
Career Poker: Knowing When To Cash In Your Chips
Perform a quick Google search for advice on exiting or entering a job and you'll find millions of articles dedicated to helping you make the critical hold 'em or fold 'em decision. Most of this guidance, however, provides a very reactive, even passive formula to decision making.
4 Things I Learned From A 26-Year-Old Marketing Director
Several years ago in New York City I met a young guy doing fairly big things. Only 5 years out of college, he had been handpicked to lead marketing, public relations and advertising for the retail division of Liz Claiborne, what was then a $4.8 billion Fortune 500 fashion manufacturer. He named his own salary and secured a semi-corner office in the Empire State Building.As Director of Marketing, his leadership peers were at least 10 years his senior and had spent several years in the fashion industry, a new vertical for the young up-and-comer.
