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Build connections. Dont use your time on social, use it to learn how to create and build wealth. Pay no mind. Dont play fair. Most people aren’t worth your time. Save your energy for those who reciprocate value. Mediocrity is for cowards. Associate with winners. Be visible, not available. People will waste your time if you allow it to happen. Qualify those in your orbit. Reach the top percentile of your industry. Win big. #MakeHistory #BreakRecords

𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸-𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟲 Meet Brianna Brazle, M.Ed., LPC and the groundbreaking CultureLancer platform: Reimagining the Future of Work for HBCU Talent. Culturelancer is transforming the talent discovery and nurturing process. Brianna's innovative platform bridges the gap between the untapped potential of HBCU students and the business world's demand for fresh, diverse talent. Culturelancer aims to simplify the connection between HBCU talent and businesses, enabling students to showcase their skills and companies to directly hire these emerging talents for remote projects. 📣 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲, 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 ➡️ Explore the rich talent pool at Culturelancer. ➡️ Connect with Brianna on LinkedIn for more insights into Culturelancer's impact. ➡️ Engage by hiring or advocating for HBCU talent in your upcoming projects. 👉 How do you see platforms like Culturelancer reshaping the creative and business ecosystems?  #BHM24 #Culturelancer #HBCUPride

Want to Make a Difference in Diversity & Inclusion? Here Are Three (3) Ways to Get Involved with iDEIntity's Mission ✊🏽💛 We're excited to welcome new members to our community who share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world. While we prepare to re-launch our volunteer program, we have several ways for you to connect and contribute: Lend Your Voice to iDEIntity Radio 📡✊🏽: Hear inspiring stories from diverse leaders, gain insights from DEI experts, and stay updated on the latest industry trends. Sign Up Link: https://lnkd.in/ebCyw_iM Co-Host an iDEIntity Webinar 💻💛: Share practical strategies for fostering inclusion in the workplace, gain cultural competency skills, and participate in thought-provoking discussions. Sign Up Link: https://lnkd.in/exs4e6wn Join the Conversation on Slack 🗣🧠: Network with like-minded individuals, ask questions, share resources, and collaborate on DEI initiatives. Link to Slack Channel: https://lnkd.in/e8uVtZZb Your voice and involvement are invaluable to us! Let's work together to build a more inclusive future. What are you most passionate about in the world of diversity and inclusion? #DiversityAndInclusion #DEI #iDEIntity #Community #SocialImpact #InclusiveWorkplace

🌍 What Does Diversity in the Workplace Truly Mean? 🌍 Diversity goes beyond checking boxes or meeting quotas—it's about embracing differences, fostering inclusivity, and building a culture where everyone feels valued. In my own journey, I’ve experienced firsthand the challenges of adapting to new environments, battling misconceptions, and navigating my identity as a queer woman. But through it all, I’ve learned the true power of diversity: it drives innovation, enriches perspectives, and makes companies stronger, more empathetic, and better connected to their communities. In my latest blog, I dive into the importance of prioritizing employees and community over profit, exploring how tech companies can shape a more inclusive future. I share my personal experiences and reflect on how we, as a society, can work together to create spaces that celebrate diversity and empower everyone to thrive. Take a moment to read my thoughts and let me know what diversity means to you! 💬👇

Introducing the STAGES™ Framework! 🎭✨ 🔴Set the Scene: Dive deep into the who, what, where, when & why of your project, gather feedback, and craft an "Inclusion Concept". 🔴Tailor: Identify and fill the support, learning, and perspective gaps. 🔴Appoint & Audition: Challenge norms, foster cultural curiosity, and select the right people with the Inclusion Concept in mind. 🔴Gather Intentionally: Build trust, community, and psychological safety using the C.U.L.T.U.R.E. framework. Create brave spaces for collaboration. 🔴Empower: Provide resources and advocacy to support creatives while maintaining their humanity. 🔴Strike: Reflect on the process and how the Inclusion Concept was implemented. Let’s make every stage inclusive and empowering! 🌟 #inclusiveleadership #inclusiveculture

Began the WatSPEED Career accelerator program: Secure Coding! First step, the Plum assessment :)

Breaking Down Barriers: Embracing Diverse Perspectives Discover the power of open-mindedness and acceptance in this thought-provoking video. Learn how to bridge the gap between differing viewpoints and create a more inclusive society. Together, we can break free from the limitations of our own beliefs. #EmbraceDiversity #OpenMindedness #InclusiveSociety #BreakingBarriers #DifferentViewpoints #AcceptanceMatters #BroadenYourPerspective #UnityInDiversity #MindsetShift #PositiveChange

#Innocence All of us have a child in us. The child who is free, has it's own unmet needs, fears and happy islands. Our inner child plays a big role in our decisions, our relationships, our reactions and overall how we shape our lives consciously/unconsciously. Do you spend time with your own inner child? How do you talk to it? Share in comments? Follow NeuCode Talent Academy to know more about this subject and more in November.... Comment - "I want to join #PositiveLights" to be part of the discussions with like-minded people.

Something I think more PR and coms professionals should be aware of is the feeling of good will a properly accessible press release or mail shot can give. I got a PR E mail earlier from my local theatre about their upcoming season and it was obvious a lot of care and attention had been given to ensuring it was screen reader friendly. The images had properly considered alt text, which I think is a PR first for me. It had a proper heading structure and properly labelled inline links. It made me feel that they really cared about all their potential audiences and have thought about how to make sure everyone they send their coms to is included. It’s a very small and seemingly insignificant thing, but it makes such a difference. An easy win. #a11y #inclusion #accessibility #pr

Happy New Week Tech Queens! As we kickstart another week, let's draw inspiration from these empowering words: "Always know your merit and how special you are, and don’t let someone else’s qualifications make you feel small. If you stick to this, you will always deserve their respect." In this industry often dominated by male voices, we, as women in tech, must recognize our worth and unique contributions. It's easy to fall into the trap of comparison, especially when faced with others who may seem more experienced or qualified. But remember that your journey, your accomplishments, and your perspective are what make you truly special.  When you know your worth, others will also recognize and respect it. You will command the respect you rightfully deserve by staying true to yourself and your capabilities. Let's start the week with unrelenting confidence in our own talents, determination, and self-assurance.