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Let's be clear: The Compass Club is a cosmos of personal development for professional success for Black/Black mixed heritage women in leadership or emerging leadership. If you are a middle to senior leader in your field, all about progression and excellence, interested in moving forward and building a network based on sisterhood, and ready to own your value, build your confidence, step into your worth, and stop feeling eternally grateful for less when you know you deserve more, The Compass Club is the place for you. We understand the immense value that the wide range of resources, the community, the sense of sisterhood, and the unwavering support have on the growth of our members. We unapologetically want more Black Women to experience such accelerated personal growth for professional success, own their value, and get paid their worth. It's time to stop playing small, sis. We know you have questions. Perhaps you have visited the website, filled out part of the form, and stopped there. But what prevented you from choosing YOU and becoming a member? We are holding Q&A sessions to answer your questions, tell you the what and how of the club, and allow you to hear from current members about their experience and why they made the investment. We would love to see you there — you have questions, we have the answers! Register using the link below, get your questions answered, and gain insight into the community. https://lnkd.in/dMRH8SCn #blackwomaninleadership #personaldevelopment #professionalsuccess #leadership #thecompassclub

Reflecting on a week well spent and a week where I prioritised activities that fed me professionally and personally. I’ve posted about the Conscious Leadership Summit but what I’m yet to post about is the inaugural Trusted Black Girl Network dinner on 27 June. In a gorgeous urban oasis in the heart of Brixton myself and a group of Black women came together to discuss the topic “who has the right to hold Black women accountable?” Unsurprisingly the conversation was also about rejuvenation and susterhood and resilience. We reflected, commiserated, celebrated and affirmed each other’s experiences and connected over shared experiences and I hate to say the shared trauma of being Black women in the workplace where micro and macro aggressions co time to rear their ugly heads. As I close my reflections I’ll leave you with two questions we reflected in and the answer to the question posed at the dinner. 1. Who are you? Beyond your job title and your qualifications who are you truly? 2. Looking back over the past few months what are you proud of achieving? And in response to the central question? Who has the right to hold Black womenaccouhtable? No One In the short answer - clearly more to unpack and you’ll be able to find insights on the new Trusted Black Girl website coming soon! Next event is 31 July summer meet up for all (not just Black women) #dinner #events #accountability #coaching #leadership

Tokenizing Black women in positions and providing them little to no support is disgusting and disrespectful. Hiring Black women doesn’t cancel out your harm. You continue to perpetuate it when you don’t give us the tools we need to succeed. Also don’t ignore the advice of Black women and then when everything comes crashing down you plug one in and say “we should’ve listened to you” and expect them to clean up your mess.

Proud to share my latest Flexa blog post for Black Leaders Awareness Day today! In the last 4 years, we have definitely seen inconsistent levels of success in efforts to deliver a change to the experiences and representation of black people in leadership. In this Q&A, I look at different ways organisations can REALLY empower and support black leaders. From tackling unconscious bias and enhancing mentorship programs to ensuring black representation at all levels of management, this article covers practical strategies for fostering inclusive workplaces. And remember, it's not all about big displays on Social Media for Black History month... "Creating a more inclusive culture looks like actively celebrating the achievements and contributions of black leaders as much as you do for others." The link to the blog is in the comments below. #BlackLeadersAwarenessDay #DEI #Inclusion #Leadership #FlexaCareers

Embracing Diversity in Leadership and Career Growth As we celebrate Black History Month in the UK, it’s important to reflect on the impact of diverse leadership in the workplace. For mid- and late-career professionals, diversity is not just a goal; it is a necessity for innovation and growth. 📈 Coaching Insight: One of the key themes I explore with professionals is how diversity and inclusion enrich leadership and decision-making. Drawing on the legacy of Black pioneers who have shaped industries, we can use their stories as a source of inspiration. Leadership today requires not only skill but a deep understanding of cultural nuances. 🌍 Actionable Tip: For professionals looking to grow, now is the time to reflect on your own leadership journey. How are you fostering inclusive environments in your teams? How are you leveraging diverse perspectives for greater innovation? Let’s continue to honor the contribution of Black leaders by promoting equity, inclusion, and growth in our careers. #BlackHistoryMonth #Leadership #DiversityAndInclusion #CareerGrowth

Communicate Inclusively is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new toolkit, “Navigating Crossroads: A Black Woman’s Guide to Career Transitions and Leadership.” Perfectly aligned with this year’s Black History Month theme, “Reclaiming Narratives,” this toolkit is designed to empower Black women to take control of their career paths and redefine their stories. What’s Inside? - Inspiring Stories: Discover the journeys of Black women who have successfully transitioned across industries and ascended to leadership roles. - Practical Tools: Gain access to valuable resources and strategies to navigate career changes and excel in leadership positions. - Actionable Steps: Learn how to reclaim your narrative, build confidence, and lead with impact. This toolkit is a must-have for any Black woman seeking to elevate her career and make a lasting impact. Pre-Register for you copy today! https://lnkd.in/eJiijpnS #BlackHistoryMonth #ReclaimYourNarrative #CareerDevelopment #Leadership #CareerGrowth #BlackWomenInBusiness #BlackWomenEmpowerment

Black women’s leadership in the workplace is often met with the same challenges Vice President Kamala Harris faces on the national stage: A constant pursuit of visibility, credibility, and validation, often before receiving the support needed to thrive. Too often, Black women must prove ourselves two, three, or even four times over before we are granted the recognition and support we deserve. Despite our qualifications, we contend with stereotypes, skepticism, and a critical gaze that questions our leadership at every turn. This experience is far too common in organizations, where Black women are asked to lead, solve problems, and drive impact without the resources, mentorship, sponsorship or acknowledgment given to our counterparts. Yet, our contributions are transformative. 💁🏾♀️ This dynamic must be shifted by recognizing and supporting Black women’s leadership potential early and consistently in our workplaces. Our success fuels the success of our organizations, and we all thrive when organization’s invest in our growth and potential. Thanks to Chantell Frazier, Ph.D. for sharing this article. #liftingasweclimb2024 #BlackWomenLead #hireblack

The picture kinda offers the solution but many are focused on the problem. Instead of finding the light/exit to place the ladder and climb. The majority rather stand around pushing against the concrete ceiling, hate that the ceiling is there, be mad that there is a ceiling, and watch to make sure that the majority continue to stay where they are/be parasitic, rather than to follow suit after the individual that found the solution. The problem isn’t the ceiling because everyone has one, it’s the lack of knowledge of how to maneuver, the willingness to listen/learn/adapt, and create the solution. People excel because they find/create the solution. While the rest remain stuck thinking in self-centeredness, victimhood, etc. Doing the job required with exceptionalism is different than being exceptional, irreplaceable, and so valuable that they orgaization loses value by keeping you where you are and not promoting you.

Continue the conversation to discover the unlock ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ Goes back to what companies believe a good leader is and the skill sets they should possess. Depending on that ideal, you may not want to work for a company that isn’t very diverse in its leadership to begin with. That’s easy to see rather quickly when the courtship of trying to procure a new role starts. That’s one pov! Definitely not the only one. What do you do when you feel exhausted with the below challenge? Many industries are plagued by what some people like to call “old ways” but I don’t think that’s quite it. What difference does it make how old The undesirable mindset is if it effects the environment around us right now in a negative way? The point here is to remind us all of the choice we are given every day we wake up that you CAN decide if you are to become a change advocate or not . The gift of changing the way you approach the many aspects of life (work life or personal). Yesterday’s way does not have to continue into the future. Dismantle the old way. Open to conversations around how we can do it at scale but who needs to be involved? EVERYONE who has decision making capabilities that shape the Corporate landscape . What’s necessary for equality? Is it equality or create your own? Having people in positions of leadership that have the correct mindset can remove these obstacles. Do we have them where we need them ?