TGW STUDIO’s Post

I did a thing! Yesterday, StartOut launched our first podcast. Check out the inaugural episode featuring yours truly. And then check back in weekly to listen to amazing #entrepreneurs, #investors and #LGBTQ+ leaders on how they are making our economy stronger and our world better!

The best inclusion efforts aren't just for Pride Month. The best inclusion efforts happen all year long. If you want LGBTQ+ members to feel included, seen, and heard, your organization must be ready for a continuous, year-long commitment. Supporting the LGBTQ+ community isn’t a seasonal gesture. For real inclusion to happen, it means: → creating safe spaces every day. → listening and learning from LGBTQ+ voices. → being an ally, always. This is a message that came out clearly from Ben Bergon of Chobani in this week’s episode of The Talent Development Hot Seat Podcast. Remember: Inclusion is a journey, not a destination. Want to learn more how you can achieve belongingness and inclusion in your organization? Consider checking out the episode! Link in the comments.

Learning from Life's Twists: The Episode You Can't Miss Life’s richest lessons come from its toughest moments. 🌟💡 This week on The Rainbow Bull, we delve into the powerful notion that 'You learn more from your failures than your successes.' Our latest podcast episode is a beacon for those navigating through the challenges of wealth, relationships, and self-discovery within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. Don't miss this opportunity to gain unique insights and empower your journey. Tune in, share your thoughts, and let's embrace our stories together. https://bit.ly/3wa4q0m #GrowthMindset #LGBTQWealth #TheRainbowBull #LGBTQ

In our latest episode of the Beeline Podcast, we confront a disheartening reality: "Five years ago, the UK was the top safe haven for LGBTQ+ people in Europe. Today, it's ranked 17th." 🏳️🌈 📉 A Troubling Shift: This episode takes a hard look at the drastic change in the UK's stance on LGBTQ+ safety. We explore the distressing fact that violence towards LGBTQ+ individuals has doubled annually over the past five years, reflecting a growing toxicity in the environment that was once celebrated for its inclusivity. 🗣️ A Call for Change: As we navigate through these troubling statistics and stories, our discussion is more than just an analysis; it's a call to action. We urge our listeners to understand the gravity of the situation and explore ways we can collectively work to reverse this trend and restore the UK as a safe and welcoming place for all LGBTQ+ individuals. 🎧 Join us in this crucial conversation. Together, let's uncover the causes, understand the impacts, and discuss what steps we can take towards a more inclusive and safer future for the LGBTQ+ community. 🔗 Tune in and be a part of the change: https://lnkd.in/eHgGWtnf #BeelinePodcast #ConsultTheHive #DiversityEquityAndInclusion #Inclusivity #Inclusion #EmbraceDiversity #CollectiveIntelligence #ChangeMakers #LeadershipDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment #InclusiveLeadership #EmpatheticLeadership #FearlessLeadership #PurposeDriven

How often do we see companies adopt rainbow logos during Pride Month, yet fail to support the LGBTQ+ community in meaningful ways the rest of the year? It's time for organizations to go beyond just checking the "diversity" box on the surface. We know that consumers are becoming more intentional with their personal power and looking for more genuine, impactful support for marginalized communities on a deeper level. Listen in to this week’s podcast episode and pre-order your copy of "Match-Striking for Beginners" to discover how you can use your personal power right where you're at to create meaningful collective action. Find out more pre-order the book through the link in bio!

How can advisors better serve ultra-HNW families by addressing the human side of wealth? By listening to Tim Volk 😃 Tim is a financial consultant who helps ultra-HNW families navigate the human side of wealth, including intergenerational wealth transfer and family dynamics. He also hosts The Rainbow Bull Podcast 🎙 🌈 In our special Pride Month episode of the Top Advisor Marketing Podcast, Tim shares how he helps advisors address sensitive topics with clients, including LGBTQ+ issues. As Tim says: “By maybe helping other advisors feel comfortable with the topic, we can actually save people's lives.” Need a hand guiding these convos with your clients? Tim can help. Click play to hear why he’s committed to coaching advisors on both LGBTQ+ issues & issues around inclusion ⬇️ #BeYourOwnLoud #Pride2024 #AdvisorMarketing

How often do we see companies adopt rainbow logos during Pride Month, yet fail to support the LGBTQ+ community in meaningful ways the rest of the year? It's time for organizations to go beyond just checking the "diversity" box on the surface. We know that consumers are becoming more intentional with their personal power and looking for more genuine, impactful support for marginalized communities on a deeper level. Listen in to this week’s podcast episode and pre-order your copy of "Match-Striking for Beginners" to discover how you can use your personal power right where you're at to create meaningful collective action. Find out more pre-order the book through the link in bio!

Today, let’s focus on listening 👂 Take time to hear the stories and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals. Whether through podcasts, interviews, or personal conversations, listening helps us understand the unique challenges faced by the community. Check out podcasts like: "Queery" by Cameron Esposito "Nancy" by Tobin Low and Kathy Tu ”LGBTQ&A" by Jeffrey Masters for insightful and heartfelt discussions. #PrideMonth #ListenAndLearn #LGBTQStories #DiversityandInclusionMatter

Had such a blast chatting with Meghan Grace, Ed.D. on the #GenZ podcast! During the episode, we discussed what it means to be authentic at work, the impact of gender expectations, and the critical role of self-connection in organizational leadership. This conversation had me reflecting on a question I often ask during my workshops... “When was the first time you learned about gender?” A few years ago, I had a participant who had something big come up as he examined this question. He was a cisgender straight man, and he told me that when he was young he loved to make flower arrangements and bake. His mother had a beautiful garden he would slip flowers from and reflected fondly on getting to do this as an activity together. When he reached high school, however, something changed. His peers made fun of him for these activities. They called him some… not so nice names... leading him to question his masculinity, his gender and sexuality, and ultimately leading him to stop doing these things that he so genuinely enjoyed. As he recounted this experience to me, he realized how gender expectations and expectations of masculinity led him to disconnect from key aspects of himself. This is a common experience for folks of all gender identities. While many focus on how gender expectations impact trans and gender expansive folks, the reality is that these expectations impact everyone and can lead to us being severed from parts of ourselves that are critical to our authentic joy. We know that disconnection, whether from ourselves or others, can have a huge impact on how we show up in the world and how we show up at work. So how do we reconnect with ourselves when this severing has occurred? Take a listen to the latest episode of the #GenZ podcast where we dive into this exact question. This episode is available on all streaming platforms.  Once you take a listen, be sure to let me know what resonated with you and what it makes you consider around your own experiences of authenticity and self-connection.

My conversation with Brad Jakeman is available where you listen to podcasts. Let me know what you think and please pass along to others that you think may benefit or enjoy. #lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtqia #dei #leadership #career