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“The earth without art is just … EH.” Art can be symbolized in so many ways if it is a framed piece, a photograph, nature's way of beauty, someone smiling or struggling or someone living their authentic self. Art does not have one definition… but without this diversity of art earth would be pretty boring and not very pretty. One of my favorite people on the planet is my artist sister Terri. Thanks to her, I’ve learned to see art differently (and the other artists in my world, too!). #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership #leadership #lgbtqa #inclusion #engagement

THROWBACK! On BEQ Magazine, “ The Gay Leadership Dude cultivates leadership within the LGBTQ+ community.” I share how over the course of more than two decades working with top corporations to enhance their workforce, I noticed several connections between the traits of effective leaders and traits I see in many members of the LGBTQ+ Community. https://lnkd.in/eNzz5Yz #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfReflection #PersonalGrowth

THIS WEEK ON MY QUEER CAREER: my weekly newsletter on LinkedIn focused on empowering LGBTQ+ (& Ally) professionals. Vol 25. This week’s Core Leadership Competency: In this edition let’s focus on “Your Authenticity” … My 2¢ : Pride Leadership really shines a light on the importance of being an authentic leader. You know, true authenticity is key for effective leadership. Authentic Queer Leaders are all about embracing their true selves, which helps build trust through honesty and vulnerability. This not only boosts team performance but also fosters those strong relationships we all crave. To stay true to yourself, it’s crucial to align your personal values with your work. Take a moment to think about whether your workplace values actually reflect who you are. At the end of the day, being authentic isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a powerful leadership tool! It cultivates trust, enhances relationships, and gives you greater influence, making your work environment way more fulfilling. Let’s be real, who doesn’t want to work in a place that feels good and is filled with genuine connections? WHAT DO YOU THINK? To stay connected, you can subscribe through the link below. And help me break the 5,000 subscriber mark? PLEASE? :^D https://lnkd.in/eQZAehD3 #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership

PODCAST THROWBACK! I joined Tripp Bodenheimer on “The Shadows Podcast.” We chat about my journey to becoming an entrepreneur with TopDog Learning Group as my full time gig, what my mission is as “The Gay Leadership Dude®,” and how we can all do better with DEI efforts. I share the hardest impact we had during the peak of COVID 19 … and what me and my TopDoggers (consulting team) did to be resilient in a time of change. This change has created a new foundation for many businesses (including ours) and we’re not focused on virtual delivery for our client-partners and don’t seem to be going back (luckily I happen to have a doctorate in Instructional Technology & Distance Education … so that’s come in quite handy!). Have a listen! https://lnkd.in/dN_8DfX #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership

ARTICLE WORTH READING! On Harvard Business Review, “Why Dropping the E in DEI Is a Mistake’” This article emphasizes the importance of maintaining the 'E' for Equity in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. It highlights that solely focusing on diversity and inclusion without addressing equity can overlook the vital aspect of creating truly fair and inclusive environments. Personally I 10000% agree with the authors here … and I’ve my perspective on the matter in several social media posts. The point “Removing equity is not progress, it’s regression” is the best summary here. Business – and professional associations – need to do better. https://lnkd.in/gQA6AdTC #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership

ARTICLE WORTH READING! On PR Newswire, “With LGBTQ+ Discrimination on the Rise, New "American Dreams" Campaign Encourages Taking Action Against Hate“. The "American Dreams" campaign is stepping up against the growing discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. By urging action against hate, the movement is set on crafting a more inclusive society for all. https://lnkd.in/ghA7cNgM #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership

SPECIAL OFFER! To celebrate the milestone of my latest book, “Your Queer Career®: Workplace Advice from The Gay Leadership Dude®” being ranked #1 in MANY categories on Amazon … we’re doing a special offer for the eBook! https://topdog.click/yqc #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership #LGBTQ #careeradvice #inclusivity

Your weekly reminder from “The Gay Leadership Dude®” that love wins. Through all the fights, fear, determination, drive and so much more … Love wins and nobody can take that away from us. #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership #leadership #inspiration #teamwork

ARTICLE WORTH READING! On Forbes, “Three Types Of Leadership To Explore For Your Team” In today's ever-changing world, effective leadership isn't just about leading and inspiring others; it's also about knowing yourself inside out. Leaders need to navigate their conscious and unconscious thoughts to create a culture of openness and inclusivity. SPOILER ALERT! The three types of leadership described in this article are EXACTLY the ones covered in both “Pride Leadership” and our online LGBTQ+ leadership program, “Pride Leadership: The L.I.O.N.S. Program”! https://lnkd.in/e69pV-qA #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership

Creating an “uninclusive environment” can be corrected and prevented. #lgbtqa #diversity #inclusion #thegayleadershipdude #leadership #unconsciousincompetence #growth #awareness