North Carolina Emerging Leaders’ Post

We get asked a lot - 'So what is 'higher order' leadership? And what role do the arts play in developing this level of leadership?' In this short video, The Centre's founder, Caroline Watson, shares her vision of what 'higher order' leadership really means, and why the world needs it so badly right now. #higherorderleadership #roleofthearts #revolutionarythinking https://lnkd.in/eJcPGQww

You can purchase most anything your business needs, provided you have the financial resources. Anything except trust. A positive corporate culture requires trust at its core, and trust must be earned. In a corporate environment, leaders must demonstrate they trust the workforce before the workforce will consider trusting the leadership. See what it takes for leadership to establish trust by reading along with Black & Company: https://bit.ly/3uNNgok

We are proud of our own Ina Kota and Silvana Zenere who contributed to the recently published Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) report, "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Creating Competitive Advantage Through Fairness, Inclusion and Belonging." In its research, AESC asked business leaders to identify the highest impact DEI strategies in their organizations. The top three strategies are: 1. Foster a safe and inclusive environment. 2. Communicate the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. 3. Leadership is publicly committed. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ejbBVaPM

It was truly an honor to participate in Latino Leaders Magazine C-Suite and Board Directors Forum last week, immersing myself in a community of inspiring individuals. During the event, I had the privilege of engaging in a fireside chat with @JorgeFerraez, the co-founder and publisher of Latino Leaders Magazine, where we delved into the crucial topic of leadership and drew insights from my 35-year journey at the helm of The Hollister Group.   Something I’ve been thinking about since last week, is it’s essential to recognize our shared humanity amidst this chaotic world. We are all on a quest to evolve into the best version of ourselves. The cornerstone of this journey is self-awareness—an indispensable tool for identifying our blind spots and fostering continuous growth. For me, the pursuit of self-awareness is not a destination but an ongoing journey. It's a reminder that, left unchecked, we may inadvertently perpetuate patterns that no longer serve what we are up to in our lives.    I truly feel self-awareness is one of the most critical leadership traits to work on as it can be a true game changer. In doing so, we contribute not only to our personal growth but also to a world that will undoubtedly benefit the growth of our families, communities, and organizations. 

"The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off." - Gloria Steinem It's an incontrovertible truth that contributions of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) staff are often undervalued, leading to systemic inequities and underrepresentation. The undervaluation of BAME staff in the housing sector has far-reaching implications for both individuals and organisations. From a human perspective, it perpetuates feelings of marginalisation, exclusion, and disempowerment among BAME employees. From an organisational perspective the underutilisation of BAME talent stifles innovation, creativity, and effectiveness. By neglecting to leverage the diverse perspectives and experiences of BAME staff, housing organisations miss out on opportunities to better serve their communities and address complex challenges. I have been fortunate enough to be enrolled on the Leadership Now Programme run by GatenbySanderson, Rosie Gunn in partnership with UNIFY Network, Anthony Were. The Leadership Now Programme is committed to greater leadership diversity in the sector, through a blend of workshops, coaching and leadership profiling. The programme has been hugely instrumental in encouraging me to step outside of my comfort zone, shift mindset and build and strengthen my networks. Only through collective action and sustained commitment can the industry overcome systemic inequities and create a more equitable and inclusive future. I encourage anyone looking to take the next step in their leadership journey to check out the programme and see what it can offer you.

Did you know that Hartline Barger is Mansfield Rule Certified? The Mansfield Certification, facilitated by Diversity Lab, recognizes the structural changes and actions we have taken to diversify leadership in our firm by broadening the slate of talent considered for internal leadership roles and increasing transparency with written and accessible advancement processes and role descriptions. Learn more about how we implement these practices here: https://lnkd.in/gmqi-JkD

Happy International Women’s Day! I have the privledge to lead and take part in many Women’s Leadership groups at work including giving women’s leadership talks and mentoring. I strongly believe the value behind today. You never know the full impact you can have on a person. A couple quotes that resonate with me and I wanted to share: - “Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have to make every day. It’s about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let our true selves be seen.” ― Brené Brown - “You can always tell who the strong women are. They are the ones you see building one another up instead of tearing each other down.” – Unknown - “If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.” – Dolly Parton - “I can’t think of any better representation of beauty than someone who is unafraid to be herself.” – Emma Stone - “Empowering those around you to be heard and valued makes the difference between a leader who simply instructs and one who inspires.” – Adena Friedman

I learned something new today and wanted to share for everyone else on their leadership growth journey: Black introversion is often penalized and it can narrow employees’ pathways to progress and growth. D'Andrala Alexander, M.A., LPC-S, Clinical Partnerships Director, at Spring Health shares actionable steps and strategies to help empower the quietest voices. These six leadership strategies ensure everyone is heard on your team.

The power of taking risks: 99% of successful Black men have faced their fears. And now they're dominating in senior leadership roles. Learn the keys to unlocking senior leadership opportunities for Black men. (Read on) Here are the 3 keys that led to my advancement: 1. Embrace discomfort: push yourself out of your comfort zone. 2. Embrace failure: innovation comes through trying and you won’t be a pioneer without risk. 3. Embrace rejection and criticism: your values matter and you were chosen to lead for a reason. You are ready to be that Black men taking risks, facing your fears, and seizing senior leadership opportunities. Get your newsletter to learn more ways to take more leadership risks: bit.ly/3MFL4Fy

Ahhh the buzzword/phrase that gets made fun of the most, but unfairly so! CORE VALUES! Hope this quick video sheds some clarifying light on a fuzzy topic.