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Our latest blog post is a collaborative article written by three of our distinguished career coaches - Nicole Britenriker, Trinity Monteiro & Antonio Williams! 🚀 💫 They share their advice to Black middle managers in the industry on how to advance their careers and advocate for themselves in their roles. ✌ Check it out here - https://lnkd.in/eUkkvegz #linkedinsports #sportsbiz #careercoaching #careeradvice #careergrowth #blackhistorymonth #blackinsportsbiz

I recently had the fun task of putting these fabulous people into teams Judging teams, that is It's not quite award season, but behind the scenes, it never stops With the help of our judging committee Mayokun - Mac Alonge, Sope Agbelusi, Demi S. and the wider BTA team we have: - recruited and onboarded new judges - look out for announcements 🎉 - refined the entry forms to make sure all of the nominees shine ✨ - rebuilt the judging system and tested it to destruction 🤯 Awards aren't everyone's cup of tea, but... At the BTAs, we do our utmost to make sure the process is fair and efficient - We offer feedback to everyone who enters who doesn't get shortlisted - All finalists are interviewed before the winners are chosen - The judging process is rigorous, but it's also fun BTAs recognise people who just get their heads down and do a good job - People who often don't like to blow their own trumpet 🎺 - People who may not even be on Linkedin 😳 - People who shun the spotlight 🙈 Nominations are open - employees, solopreneurs, small and large businesses Head to Black Talent Awards and nominate - give someone their flowers 💐 #Inclusion #BlackTalentAwards

👋 Hey Talent Acquisition & People leaders Tomorrow, Emily Meiklejohn will be joining Otta to talk about ‘How to turn your hiring managers into DEI champions’. Sharing insights from her work at Attest, Emily has lots of great advice and insights that you won’t want to miss! Check out more details and register in the post below 👇 #inclusivehiring #dei

We have a new IHE article out this morning! Congratulations to Jacob Brown, Ph.D. and everyone involved in this wonderful article. 👻 "One element of leadership effectiveness can be to understand the influence of past leaders, the historical context in which they worked and the things they did that resonated (or didn’t) with people currently at the institution. By being aware of the historical background you walk into as a new leader, you can absorb important lessons that will help you to lead change and avoid some leadership land mines."

Join the American Bar Association on September 2nd to hear from ADR Services, Inc.'s own Chelsea Mangel about maximizing memberships! This panel will delve into strategic approaches for selecting the right professional organizations that align with your career goals and industry focus. The panel will explore how to transform memberships from passive affiliations into dynamic tools for connection, career advancement, and professional growth. Learn how to choose associations that best support your career aspirations and industry focus, techniques for leveraging networking opportunities, continuing education and leadership roles, and strategies to turn memberships into powerful assets for professional development and growth. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eYznYZVM

🙌🏾 Apply for Black Executive Men Elite Membership Network Are you a Black male manager or director, driven by excellence in both your career and community values? Look no further than Black Executive Men Elite Membership Network! 🫱🏿🫲🏿 Building Authentic Connections: Connect with impact-driven corporate Black men who share your values and aspirations. Our peer groups offer a safe space for insightful dialogues, career support, and meaningful conversations tailored to your seniority level. 💼 Career Success: Gain exclusive access to C-Level Firesides featuring top Black executives from diverse industries. Learn firsthand the mindsets and skill sets that propelled them to the summit and kept them there. Seize the opportunity to elevate your career trajectory! 🤩 Hidden Job Opportunities: Introductions to recruiters with ready-to-hire roles for talented Black men, gain access to the hidden job market and exclusive job offers. Expand your career horizons and seize opportunities that may not be publicly advertised, giving you a competitive edge in your career advancement. 👥 Lifelong Friendships: Forge genuine bonds through our automated networking system, matching you with like-minded individuals for personalized 1:1 conversations. Build lasting relationships based on shared interests and backgrounds, extending beyond professional realms into lifelong friendships. Ready to join a community committed to growth, empowerment, and impact? Sign up today at BlackExecutiveMen.com and join a dynamic network shaping the future of corporate leadership. 💯 ✍🏿 Apply for Black Executive Men Elite Membership Network #BlackExecutiveMen #leadership #thoughtleader #careersuccess #leadershipexcellence 🫱🏿🫲🏿

Are you a new land trust executive director? My team at the Land Trust Alliance runs a peer group for EDs in the eastern U.S. who have been in their roles for approx. 3 years or less. Participants will get formal training and networking opportunities to help them build relationships with their peers and problem-solve around some of their biggest challenges. One recent participant shared: "I have appreciated the LTA New EDs Peer group mostly for the validation but also for concrete information. My peers remind me that I’m not terrible at my job and I might even be good at it! They remind me that the job is difficult, my struggles are also everyone else’s struggles, and if I’m unsure how to tackle a challenge but am seeking knowledge, then I’m on the right track. Also immensely helpful is the swapping of advice, information, resources, templates, etc. This group is rich in knowledge and generosity."  Sound like something you'd like to be part of? Reach out if you have questions, or learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eWgk6Taa

"If we don't do it today, there won't be a tomorrow" Yesterday, I attended the 'Black on Bay' lunch. Panelists spoke about their journeys in Corporate Canada. Overcoming challenges. Collaborative solutions. The esteemed panel of Konata Lake, Kurankye Sekyi-Otu, Stanley Julien, and Lori-Ann Beausoleil, moderated by Colin Lynch seriously delivered. They discussed: Corporate challenges → navigating 'token hires' Giving back to community → uplifting one another 'Equity' and 'allyship' → outcomes and support are key Their stories were powerful and real. But this conversation wasn't new. That, to me, was the biggest takeaway. And as a corporate professional. As a recruiter. As a leader. The only way to foster success is to support and uplift others. Now. The longer we wait to change, the longer change will take. Support each other → we all rise together Thanks to Chandran Fernando for purchasing tickets for myself and Nifemi Osundina to attend the event. And for encouraging me to attend, despite needing to wear flip flops with my suit due to my foot injury... 🙃 -------------------------- I guide careers in the Commercial Real Estate & Development industry Follow me for hiring, career development, leadership, and industry insights If you enjoy my content, ♻️ with your network 🙏

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