Leading In Color With Sarah Morgan

The episode guest is Lisa Dinhofer    In this episode, we discuss the following:  Why COVID-19 is just as traumatic if not more than a workplace shooting or terrorist attack Why the murder of George Floyd has triggered such a visceral response for white people that we haven’t seen before surrounding #BlackLivesMatter What organizations can do to support the emotional & mental wellness and the psychological safety of employees beyond referring them to the EAP  Lisa Dinhofer, MA, CT, known as “The Crisis Tamer’, works with subject matter and circumstances most people turn away from. She mentors companies past traumatic and destabilizing events, workplace abuse and crisis communications to regain stability, establish a new normal and build resilience. Lisa was an employee at the World Trade Center during the 1993 bombing and was still working in NYC during 9/11. She draws from those first hand experiences of workplace trauma and lessons learned from other workplace tragedies.   Lisa is a certified Thanat

In this solo episode, host Sarah Morgan discusses the steps you need to take to invite an employee to return to work and how to re-orient them to the workplace after being gone for almost 3 months.  Sarah also discusses the handling on annual reviews, compensation re-adjustments, and pay equity auditing.  Sarah also reflects on the impact of George Floyd during this pandemic and the shift it is causing to the landscape of work.  Links mentioned in this episode:  The Buzz on HR article on Workplace MicroAggressions Episode 26 of Leading in Color with Charlie Pleasant, LCSW BuzzARooney LLC to signup for Sarah's newsletter and get your FREE #ReOpeningAfterRona downloads The Buzz on HR article on Creating Pay Equity

The episode guest is Charnessa Pleasant   In this episode, we discuss the following:  The important distinction between self-care and self-maintenance The self-care behaviors for leaders to model in the workplace The importance of self-care for workplaces navigating COVID-19 Charnessa “Charlie” Pleasant a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (held in both Virginia and North Carolina) and is the founder and executive clinician of The Healing Collaborative, PLLC; a local private practice in Richmond, Virginia. She has been a practicing clinician for 7 years. She is an EMDR trained therapist focusing on the mental and emotional wellness of women who are ready to experience a richer quality of life. Charlie works with clients to address underlying issues causing depression, anxiety, and emotional distress.  Charlie is also a NASW certified clinical supervisor for new MSW graduates and works with other practicing clinicians as they offer their gifts of healing.    Charlie graduated from Virginia Commonwealth Univer

In Part 3 of the #ReOpeningAfterRona series, Sarah is discussing the impact of COVID-19 on compliance and company culture. This episode gives guidance on the FFCRA, FMLA, and ADA as well as advice on re-opening phases, re-orientation policies, and reacclimating employees to working outside the home.  Part 1 of the series is about preparing the physical office space for reopening. Listen to it HERE. Part 2 of the series is about dealing with microaggressions in remote work. Read it HERE.  If you need more guidance on the FFCRA, visit this website.  If you need more guidance on the FMLA, visit this website. Or signup for Sarah's HR Summer School session HERE.  If you need more guidance on the ADA, visit this website.  Don't forget Sarah is providing exclusive content to her BuzzARooney subscribers as part of the #ReOpeningAfterRona series. To join the BuzzARooney community, visit Sarah's website at www.BuzzARooneyLLC.com and signup! You will receive your free downloads within 24 hours after joining The Hive

Sarah Morgan kicks off the #ReOpeningAfterRona series with this episode focused on all the questions you need to ask your employees and all the steps you need to take to prepare your office to reopen after the COVID19 pandemic.  This episode is Part 1 of this 7-part series that will crossover between Leading in Color and Sarah's blog, The Buzz on HR.  Sarah is also providing exclusive content to her BuzzARooney subscribers as part of this series. Signup HERE to subscribe and get her exclusive content.  With this episode, subscribers receive 2 free downloads:  Employee Needs Survey - This list of survey questions will help you find out the concerns and needs of your employees about re-entering the traditional workplace as restrictions lessen and businesses reopen   Office Reopening Readiness Questionnaire - This list of questions to consider will help you think through all the contingencies for your employees and your office before reopening and inviting employees to re-enter the workplace.  To join the B

Host Sarah Morgan kicks off Season 2 discussing what she's been up to during this two month break and how she's personally been coping with the global pandemic, COVID-19.  In this episode, Sarah also gives practical advice on: managing your home office space and staying organized & focused while working remotely leading and supporting your team with the transition to virtual work navigating mental health challenges during this pandemic conducting layoffs, furloughs and other workforce reductions with dignity If you want to know more about Sarah's work with #BlackBlogsMatter as mentioned in the episode, check out Sarah's blog and this Instagram page.  If you want to learn more about Chris Fields of The Resume Crusade and support his legacy, check out these Tweets and this information about his Memorial Scholarship Be sure to join our email list to get the latest on Leading in Color and everything under the BuzzARooney brand umbrella. 

The Season 1 Finale show is a solo episode featuring Audience Questions submitted via social media and email being answered by host, Sarah Morgan.    Listen to Sarah’s answers to these questions and more!    Connect with Sarah on her website: www.BuzzARooneyLLC.com    Follow the show pages on Facebook and Instagram at “Leading in Color Podcast” and Twitter at “Leading in Color” -- and you can email the show at leadingincolorpodcast@gmail.com

This is a solo episode featuring Audience Questions submitted via social media and email being answered by host, Sarah Morgan.  Among the questions answered in the episode are:  How do you balance working full time and building a brand as well as being a mom and wife? What are your thoughts on a former employee returning to work for an environment that was toxic for them? How long does one or should one, who works in HR, stick around with a company that externally touts Diversity & Inclusion but internally do not create the vehicles to improve the D&I? How do you keep leadership from shutting down on issues that make them uncomfortable while keeping employees motivated? How do we go about launching and growing employee resource groups? Should they form organically or does HR create them? How do you get employees excited about them so they will engage?  How should men flirt or express interest in a woman at work in light of #MeToo?  Being bi-racial, do you ever feel uncomfortable or unqualified talki

The episode guest is Michael C Bush Conscious capitalism warrior, Michael Bush is the CEO of Great Place to Work®, Inc., the agency that compiles Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. Bush leads 58 global offices responsible for gathering data from 10 million employees as part of the company’s mission to build a better society by improving work conditions for all. An innovation heavyweight with 30 years of executive experience, Mr. Bush has an impressive track record of strengthening efficiency and growing organizations. As CEO of Tetra Tech Communications, he grew the company’s revenue from 40 million to 300 million. During the financial uncertainty of 2008, he secured financing for the young company Clark Sustainable Resource Developments which was later successfully acquired by Triton Logging of Canada. Bush is the founder and current president of 8 Factors, an online learning platform focused on business management and hosted in partnership with Udemy. Additionally, Bush is the founder and pres

The episode guest is Mary-Frances Winters.  Mary-Frances Winters is the founder and CEO of The Winters Group, Inc., a 35-year-old global diversity and inclusion consulting firm. For the past three decades she has impacted over hundreds of organizations and thousands of individuals with her thought-provoking message, and her approach to diversity and inclusion.  Ms. Winters is a master strategist with experience in strategic planning, change management, diversity, organization development, training and facilitation, systems thinking and qualitative and quantitative research methods. She has extensive experience in working with senior leadership teams to drive organizational change. Among her many awards and distinctions, Ms. Winters received the Winds of Change award from the Forum on Workplace Inclusion in 2016. She was also featured in Forbes’ June 2016 publication, which honored some of the DC Metro area’s most powerful women. Ms. Winters is the author of four books with her most recent being, We Can’t Tal

This is a solo episode featuring host, Sarah Morgan, discussing the importance of defining microaggression and including policy and conduct standards forbidding it in your workplace.  MicroAggressions are the often foundation where discrimination, harassment and bullying are built. Having a policy to address occurrences is the best way to get started eradicating bias and increasing inclusion in your workplace.  Sarah also discusses Mizzou's failed diversity campaign and how the Always and McDonald's brands have shown progressive, inclusive and ethical leadership during Hot Topics.  Follow the show pages on Facebook and Instagram at “Leading in Color Podcast” and Twitter at “Leading in Color” -- and you can email the show at leadingincolorpodcast@gmail.com

The episode guest is Anne Tomkinson.    Anne Tomkinson, SHRM-SCP, is an HR practitioner in Washington, DC. With over fifteen years in the field, Anne has experience overseeing all aspects of employment relations and employment law as well as strategic planning, policy development, program/project management, budgeting and contract negotiations.    She has provided human resources and operational consultation to a variety of DC area non-profit organizations and has served as a board member of Little Lights Urban Ministries, a non-profit providing resources for underserved students and families in DC. Anne holds a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Science in Management from The Catholic University of America.   Anne is a successful coach, trainer, mentor and public speaker, and thrives on creating positive teamwork and fostering a culture of engagement. Anne is passionate about equity and justice, and works to create spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work.    Here are the takeaways from thi

This is a solo episode featuring updates on the EEO1 Component 2, the repeal of the ACA Cadillac Tax and potential payroll issues caused by Leap Day in 2020.     Here’s the link to the viral incident at NC State University discussed in the episode: https://abc11.com/5585611    Here’s the link to my new website where you can connect with me for consulting and speaking opportunities: https://buzzarooneyllc.com    Follow the show pages on Facebook and Instagram at “Leading in Color Podcast” and Twitter at “Leading in Color” -- and you can email the show at leadingincolorpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Sarah shares the story of a profiling incident with her children during the summer. She ties this to hot topic stories about body policing, body shaming and dress code.  Here are the stories referred to in the episode:  https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/east-texas-school-district-tells-boy-to-cut-hair-or-wear-a-dress https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2019/09/11/victory-by-swimmer-disqualified-wedgie-is-reinstated-by-alaska-officials/ Also, here are the links to Sarah's guest appearances on other podcast shows:  Cavness HR show - Change Management #SecureTheSeat with Minda Harts - The Warning Signs of Toxic Environments #NoEgo with Cy Wakeman - Intersectional Allyship in Leadership

Today's Leading In Color episode guest is Katrina Jones.  Katrina Jones is the head of diversity and inclusion for a major tech company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her area of expertise and passion is in developing workplace solutions that increase organizational effectiveness, boost employee engagement, and contribute to a more equitable and inclusive work environment.  Katrina previously served as the HR and diversity lead at Vimeo, creating the company’s first-ever diversity strategy and plan to disrupt bias. She has also worked in a number of inclusion and diversity, and HR roles, with multinational companies, across industries.  Katrina holds an MA in Human Resource Management from The Catholic University of America. Here are the takeaways from this interview with Katrina:  HR vs DE&I … Organizations have to determine where diversity, equity and inclusion are best advocated for. Sometimes HR cannot be that place either because we’re too transactional or because we are too rigid and

This is a solo episode featuring updates on the EEO1 Component 2, ordinances for changes to gender neutral language in Berkeley, CA and lessons from a viral racist attack in Raleigh, NC.     Here’s the link to the CNN article discussed in the episode: https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/18/us/berkeley-gendered-language-ban-trnd/index.html   Here’s the link to the viral racist incident in Raleigh discussed in the episode: https://www.wral.com/i-would-say-it-again-says-woman-who-used-racial-slur-in-north-hills-restaurant-confrontation/18530118/   Here’s the link to my new website where you can signup for my newsletter: https://buzzarooneyllc.com/    The lessons from this episode is about infusing your company values into your workforce. Sarah outlines 5 events and 4 spaces to consider in this.    The 5 events are onboarding, orientation, promotion/transfer, anniversary and exit.    The 4 spaces are workspaces, breakspaces, restrooms and bulletin boards.    Additionally, Sarah provided questions to consider when cultiva

This is a solo episode featuring personal updates as well as legal updates on the EEO1 Component 2, the CROWN Act recently passed in California, and the new requirements for job postings in Washington state.    Here’s the link to the Cary Magazine article discussed in the episode: https://www.carymagazine.com/features/meet-the-2019-movers-shakers/   Here’s the link to the Buzz on HR post referenced in the episode: https://thebuzzonhr.com/2011/06/19/four-letter-hr-wisdom-from-my-dad/   Here are the links to the websites and books discussed in the episode:  https://www.wintersgroup.com/ https://www.blackspeakersnetwork.com/ https://treneesmith.com/ Here’s the link to my new website where you can signup for my newsletter: https://buzzarooneyllc.com/ 

This episode’s interview is with Dr. Jarik Conrad.    Jarik Conrad, EdD, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is a best-selling author and sought after keynote speaker. He has been recognized as a thought-leader in the areas of emotional intelligence, diversity and inclusion, and leadership.   Dr. Conrad is the Sr. Director of Human Capital Management (HCM) Innovation for Ultimate Software.  Jarik has held significant human resources roles at Fortune 500 companies, including McDonnell Douglas (Boeing), Pillsbury (General Mills), Union Carbide (Dow), Citigroup, and CSX Technology. In addition, he directed the human resources department for the City of Jacksonville, Florida.   Dr. Conrad earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois, two master’s degrees from Cornell University, and a doctor of education degree from the University of North Florida. He is also a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), a certified intercultural sensitivity expert, and a ce

Today's episode guest is Stephanie Ghoston-Paul. Stephanie Ghoston-Paul is a recovering lawyer and an internationally recognized speaker, facilitator, and organizational development consultant. She brings over 15 years of experience in advancing equity, fostering inclusive leadership and sparking systems transformation using racial justice and healing frameworks. Stephanie's unique approach skillfully and wholeheartedly combines her sharp legal mind, problem solving skills, and love of people to powerfully serve clients and challenge existing systems. She has worked with leaders and staff in the nonprofit, for-profit, education, foundation and public sectors to integrate equity and inclusion into the core identities of those organizations. She's well versed in assessing organizational culture, tool building, and strategic coaching for equity. Stephanie is also on the board for the Global Youth Leadership Institute, a program she completed in high school as a member of its founding cohort. Stephanie mentions t

In this episode, host Sarah Morgan talks about company values -- how to determine and define them, how to infuse them into your culture, AND how to make sure they are inclusive. Back in Episode 3 when Sarah did a breakdown about what cultivating positive workplace experiences and environments with a focus on diversity, inclusion and social-consciousness truly means, as an action step, she talked about asking yourself what your organizational values are and what they look like in action. She dives deeper on the subject in this episode.   This process starts by identifying the difference between Mission, Vision and Values. Your mission is “why”, your vision is “what” and your values are “how”. There are 2 recommended exercises to determine and define your company values:  Brainstorm/Brain-dump of words which embody what the company is most proud of and how it wants to operate Role Modeling by examining the traits and behaviors of top performing and respected employees.  Once a list is made, group similar word