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Relatability: /rɪˌleɪ.təˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/: the quality of being able to easily form social or emotional connections. It’s no wonder relatability was the key to success in awards season. Our ECD, Dave Billing mused on this theme in a piece for shots From Raye’s dominance at the BRITs to Barbie’s box office success, now more than ever it’s clear to see that relatability is the key to winning with consumers, and it’s time brands lean into this as well. Check it out here: https://hubs.ly/Q02s67JV0 #relatability #thoughtleadership #awards #Raye #Barbie #MiromaGroup

I’ve loved all the comments on the Harvard Business Review article I co-authored last week. For those of you wondering what we can learn from #Beyonce on workplace exclusion here’s the recap ⬇️ Whether you are a global superstar or in your first job, history and research has shown us workplace exclusion is usually rooted in the following areas: ▪️ Historical systems of inequality: Laws and norms that have previously excluded people of marginalized groups from certain spaces ▪️Bias and discrimination stemming from stereotypes and preconceived notions about certain groups of people. ▪️ Fear and resentment which often arise when the dominant group feels left out or left behind. What can you do when you realize you are facing exclusion in the workplace? Beyoncé’s case study demonstrates our options: 🔹Exit the conversation. In other words, vote with your feet. Choose the leave the organization for one that is more inclusion. 🔹Work for change within the system. This may mean speaking directly with the person who has excluded you or your team leader about the experience, reporting your experience to HR and making sure it is documented. ‼️Or maybe you decide, I’m going to become a leader in this organization and change things for those who come behind me. 🔹 Create your own lane. Sometimes, the best response is to show what’s possible by moving outside the boundaries of an organization, market, or industry. This will involve tapping into your own authenticity and strengths, reframing your marginality, and then mobilizing to generate new ideas and business models that expand the terrain for you and others. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to dealing with exclusion, we must recognize that we have options and be strategic about our approach. Check out the full #HBR article linked below. 👇🏾 🙏🏾Gratitude to my co-authors Laura Morgan Roberts Hildana Haileyesus (she/her) who helped this article come to life!

Have you heard of operatic selling? Don't do it. I had the pleasure of speaking to a full house of fellow coaches during the FocalPoint conference a few weeks ago and shared a few tidbits including this one I refer to as operatic selling. This piece captured by a friend (Angie Snowball) is all about emotional selling. As a business coach, it's about the clients and their emotional goals. Once we understand that, the other pieces fall into place with the right tools. #businessgrowth #salestraining #publicspeaker

Exciting News from Constant Consulting Group! At Constant Consulting Group, we're all about fostering growth and success for our clients. 🚀 Whether it's boosting exposure, creating compelling content, or organizing engaging events, we're here to help you reach your business goals. Our hands-on approach means a dedicated team is with you every step of the way, from bookkeeping to marketing. We don't stop there; we're in the business of raising capital and strategically connecting you with key players to supercharge your growth journey. Let's collaborate, strategize, and elevate your business to new heights. Connect with us today and let's make your success a constant reality. 💼🌟 #ConstantConsultingGroup #BusinessGrowth #CollaborateToElevate

What takes a pair of hands, some good music and over 250 quote bubbles? An epic gallery pack down 👐🏼 🎶 💬 ♻️ 🗑️ We've run countless immersion galleries for a bunch of different clients. It's where you can step into a room surrounded by hundreds of verbatim quotes from the people in your organisation, exhibited among synthesised data, branding, + comms examples. It gives you a mirror-like 🪞 snapshot of current reality - the story of what's going on in your business. Powerful stuff. Not for the weak-hearted. Only for those interested in building better organisations. #bevibrant #regenerationthroughculture #leadershipdevelopment

From mastering payroll processing to penning lyrics and producing music, I've had a wild ride! Join us here at The Owner's Odyssey as I share my personal story of navigating the beats of business and the melody of life. Join us on this sonic odyssey of self-discovery and success! 🎵✨ #BusinessPodcast #EntrepreneurMindset #SuccessStories

WEEKLY WRAPPED WISDOM!   I come across such interesting finds in the week. I've decided to share my top finds on a Friyay 💃 🏆 Trevor Noah winning an Emmy, need I say more? *goosebumps* https://lnkd.in/dPVRMmJS 💭 This post by Nadia Harris got me thinking about "professionalism". There was a time I questioned a colleague why he wore takkies to work. I remember saying "Do you see any VP's wearing takkies?" and his response was, "I will be the first!" He fetched my wig as Eusebius would say and Nadia Harris is collectively fetching all our wigs with this one!  https://lnkd.in/d9xs8HDr   🎉 🙌 Loved this concept of the “honesty squad” by Sylvester Chauke and going against the norm. Such amazing ideas on being relevant to the time we’re in for Marketing and PR teams utilising nothing other than creativity: https://lnkd.in/d2z-2ci9   🎊 ✨ A closely related one by Sefiso Hlongwane, "Authentic influence emanates from expertise, credibility, and genuine advocacy—not merely from a celebrity’s fame or following" as he talks about authenticity in Marketing https://lnkd.in/dR23RKXa   I think the theme for this week can be summed up in the word - AUTHENTICITY!   #weeklywrappedwisdom #finds #excitingideas #thingsiloved #switchedon #thinking #newworldorder #changeisgood #thoughtleadership

Belmont alumna Caroline Eiseman "can't stop the beat!" 🎶 Caroline recently wrapped up her role as Tracy Turnblad in the national tour of "Hairspray." For current and prospective Belmont students, she offered this advice: "Trust your gut. Don't take no for an answer. You are uniquely you, and nobody else can be you. When you bring your best version of yourself to a room, you will give your best product." Learn more about Caroline's journey to Hairspray: https://lnkd.in/eRSSiu5e

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