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On the eve of Black History Month, here's a great example of what NOT to do! (I'm glad RBC removed the parts of the article that were distressing.) That said, here are a few tips and takeaways that every organization should consider before showcasing your Black History Month support: ❇️ Content review and approvals include text copy AND images ❇️ Given it's been layoff season, make sure you employ and have permission from those you are profiling ❇️ Repurposing old content sends the wrong message ❇️ "Performative allyship" is not acceptable (Performative allyship is often referred to as “talking the talk without walking the walk.”) ❇️ WHAT OTHER TIPS / RECOMMENDATIONS WOULD YOU SUGGEST? ❇️ #BlackHistoryMonth #PerformativeAllyship

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I love Issa Rae's #blackgenius thought leadership when it comes to owning the narrative on black content value, Wirth and the decision-making gatekeepers in the entertainment industry. We can do better by sowing into and supporting smarter executives! Help me, help Issa Rae expand this awareness. #BHM #BGHM

LIMITLESS MONDAY YESTERDAY ENDED LAST NIGHT. Angela Bassett received an Oscar award last night. In her speech, she gave accolades to Cecy Tyson, How the life of a legendary woman means a lot to her. And the way her career took a good turn because of her relationship with her. But at the end of the speech, she said every black woman is looking for an opportunity to prove her worth. And that they all deserve it. She then concluded by saying that the best is yet to come. Yesterday's glory ended. The award Plaque has become a thing of yesterday. She will always work harder to be deserving of another one. In case you had failed in what you were doing yesterday. I have good news, disgrace, and the disappointment ended there. A brand new day allows you to try again. Whatever you looked forward to and could not achieve yesterday, learn the lesson and move on. It all ended last night. People find it difficult to enjoy today, to concentrate on what got lost yesterday. Deprive many of focusing on today and enjoying. The vision and desire for tomorrow have robbed you of appreciating where you are. You do not know when the moment's excitement is gone because you give it no regard. Exaggerating what tomorrow holds makes you go overboard in getting finance. It makes you associate with the wrong people in the name of wanting to belong to a circle. Give that child another opportunity to sit for another exam. Do not rule such one out. It happened yesterday, but today is another day. It can still be good. Above all, today must matter to you. Give it all your energy, and bring your best foot out today. Look your best. Yesterday is over with last night. It's a new dawn, a new day. Put your best foot out. Today matters. Yesterday will always end with LAST NIGHT. https://lnkd.in/dPqG65KN #Yesterdayisgone #getfocusprofessionals #futureisbright #yourfutureinyourhand #business

The best way to get black listed by recruiters or top tier companies is to be rude or dismissive. That stench takes 5 minutes to create, and years to get rid of.

At Alludo, we don't just talk diversity; we embrace it, much like Leyla D. Seka. From shaking up Salesforce to fueling change with Black Venture Institute, Leyla's journey is a masterclass in breaking barriers. Her fight for pay equality and diverse voices in venture capital with Operator Collective is right up our alley. Leyla's 'management by haiku'? That's our kind of leadership language - concise, impactful, and inclusive. 💡💪 Dive into Leyla's story and see how it echoes our beat in our blog: https://lnkd.in/gBCebPtb

It's deeply unsettling to witness how some institutions, like RBC, navigate the nuances of representation and inclusion. For instance, Abdul-Aziz Garuba, once a tenured Director at RBC, found himself without a job due to the layoffs. Fast forward to Black History Month, and he is featured in RBC's spotlight. This scenario doesn't just sting with irony—it's a glaring exhibit of performative allyship. RBC highlighted his journey not when it could have amplified his career but posthumously during his tenure at the company to garner support during a culturally significant month. This act raises critical questions about the authenticity and depth of corporate commitments to diversity and inclusion. Isn't it paradoxical? Institutions make grand gestures towards celebrating Black excellence during designated months. Yet, the real-time support, recognition, and retention of Black professionals in leadership roles remain questionable. It underscores a broader issue: the commodification of Black histories and achievements for corporate gain without the sustained, meaningful engagement that true change requires. This is a stark reminder of the disparities between public relations efforts and the lived realities of Black employees where being employed as a black person fulfils the company statistics of being "diverse." Also, it is worrisome that RBC couldn't interview current employers instead of using old interviews. It's a call to action for RBC and all institutions to move beyond superficial acknowledgments and towards a future where Black professionals are recognized and retained for their competence, leadership, and contributions, devoid of tokenistic gestures tied to a calendar. As we envision a future free from the need for designated days to acknowledge the contributions of Black individuals, it's imperative to critique and hold accountable the systems and practices that fail to support and elevate Black talent year-round. Let's not wait for another Black History Month to reflect on these disparities. Thanks, Hakim Garuba, for snipping this before it was pulled down on LinkedIn. Hopefully, RBC can also modify the article https://lnkd.in/gyS8YT_C *Update* They have taken down the distressing part of the article and the images! Thank you to everyone for augmenting. 🙏🏾 #failedperformanceallyship #allyship #blackhistorymonth #diversityandinclusion #corporateaccountability

As we acknowledge the hard work of black legends in the Tech industry, let us appreciate the contributions of Jacqueline Woods. She empowers the new generation of Black Leaders to follow their passion and make an impact in the tech industry. Learn more about our black leaders who have made an impact in our community with us. Share with us black founders who inspire you. _____ #blackcommunity #embracediversity #founders #tech