Minda Harts on the importance of trust

Why return to normal when we can (and should) go for better? Workplace equity consultant and author Minda Harts returns to the podcast to talk about why we can’t rebuild a better workplace if we’re not anchoring everything in trust. And why transparency is a must. Companies and leaders often talk about diversity, equity, and…

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Creating young allies with Minda Harts

In her third book, “You Are More Than Magic: The Black and Brown Girls’ Guide to Finding Your Voice,” author and workplace equity consultant Minda Harts shares her insights and tools for finding the unique path to success with young readers (and adults). (Hint: Success isn’t magical, but Harts says girls already have all the…

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Making the workplace work for everyone with Minda Harts

Shockingly, a recent study found that more than 50 percent of Black employees had a greater sense of belonging during the time they worked from home. We may work at the same place, but often we experience it differently. What does that say about our organizations? We can’t solve what we won’t confront and discuss.…

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3 Tips to Hone Your Allyship Skills

Advocating for Women of Color / Honing Your Allyship Skills A recent issue of Diversity Woman Magazine featured a poignant reminder that improving gender diversity for all women isn’t a simple one-size-fits-all solution. Rather, making the workplace better for women of color must be intentional and inclusive. As I’ve mentioned in prior posts, the Women in…

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Minda Harts: Do people on your team see you as an ally?

Really? Many of us consider ourselves to be allies, but do our colleagues agree? When was the last time someone benefited from your allyship? Minda Harts found that more than 70 percent of women of color believed that their managers were not invested in their success. Managing a team takes leadership skills, the ability to…

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