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Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox

Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox

The Diversity Movement

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A weekly podcast delivering diverse insights and perspectives from global leaders in business, executive education and diversity & inclusion. Hosted by award-winning business leader, best-selling author, investor and co-founder of The Diversity Movement, Jackie Ferguson.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Elaine Lin Hering helps leaders create environments that support rather than silence people. As a globally recognized expert in communication, collaboration, and conflict management and best-selling author, Elaine shares how she overcame a family dynamic that did not promote open discussion and learned to navigate difficult conversations. This episode is sure to inspire you while giving you the tools to discover and unleash your voice.

"Diversity Beyond the Checkbox" is presented by The Diversity Movement and hosted by Inc 200 Female Founders award winner, Jackie Ferguson.

Check out exclusive bonus content on BeyondtheCheckbox.com!

This show is proud to be a part of The Living Corporate Network and to be produced by Earfluence.

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Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox - WAY Beyond the Checkbox: Black People Talking to White People
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12/23/21 • 47 min

Today we share our first episode in a new series, WAY Beyond the Checkbox. On episode 1, Jackie is joined by three other members of The Diversity Movement team: CEO Donald Thompson, Director of Business Intelligence Bob Batchelor, and Senior Content Strategist Roxanne Bellamy. This was recorded after hours, and everyone had a drink in their hands. So no summary, just enjoy. :)

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson, and is a production of Earfluence.

For sponsorship options, email [email protected].

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Avantha Arachchi had done everything right, and she was one clearance away from achieving her life-long dream of joining the CIA when she was rejected because of her transgender identity. In response, she built her career around encouraging others to be their authentic selves. As COO of A-Frame Brands, Avantha works with celebrities—including Gabrielle Union, Dwayne Wade, John Legend and Naomi Osaka—to develop personal care brands like PROUDLY and Kinló that create products for culturally diverse consumers. In this episode, hear why representation matters and why you don't have to compromise who you are for your work.

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson and is a production of Earfluence.

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With only half of the US population claiming financial literacy, DISCOVER is working to bridge that education gap through its Pathway to Financial Success curriculum and a personal finance online education series. In her role as Chief Diversity Officer, Jonita Wilson is pioneering a culture of transparent, equitable and inclusive practices for the company's employees and its customers. In this episode, Jonita shares tips on topics including driving greater representation, opening doors for disability inclusion, and successfully managing a busy family dynamic.

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson and is a production of Earfluence.

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Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox - Compilation: The Best of Season 6

Compilation: The Best of Season 6

Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox

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09/13/22 • 35 min

We're looking forward to season seven starting next week, but we can't forget to listen back to these awesome lessons from season six of Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox! In this episode, you'll hear pieces of conversations from our episodes with...

  1. Bradley Schurman
  2. Jackie Font-Guzmán and Bernie Mayer
  3. Jen Fry
  4. Nancy Murphy
  5. Jenn T Grace
  6. LaTonya Wilkins
  7. Irina Konstantanovsky
  8. Ashley Marchand Orme
  9. Nicole Furnace
  10. Paul Zeitz
  11. Brian Hawkins

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson, and is a production of Earfluence.

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Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox - Working through stress and building resilience, with Dr. Deborah Gilboa
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10/25/22 • 51 min

We've all heard the phrase "The only constant is change," and it can be difficult, stressful and unsettling. In this episode, Dr. Deborah Gilboa shares using a growth mindset to reframe our attitudes towards change and help us navigate life with renewed intention and purpose.
Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson and is a production of Earfluence.

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Join Jim Morris, a Senior Strategist, and Inclusionist, on his journey of discovering his social identity as a cis-hetero White man and how it informs his work in inclusion. Jim discusses transformative moments in his life, including a conversation with Bernice Johnson Reagon, a founder of the women's singing group "Sweet Honey in the Rock," and an early childhood experience of witnessing a cross burning on his grandfather's property.

This episode sheds light on the essential role of empathy and action in achieving a world that works for everyone through exploring the power of inclusion and recognizing our social identities. Jim, a leading expert in the field, shares insights on DEI work and the essential qualities of grace and patience required to succeed.

Whether you are an educator, parent, corporate leader, or DEI professional, tune in for practical guidance on approaching and advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion. This episode offers valuable tips on making diversity and inclusion stick in your organizations and communities.

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson and is a production of Earfluence.

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Growing up in rural North Carolina, people would always ask Jess Jolley, "What are you?" or "What are you mixed with?" In the South, you were either white, Black, or other, and as a light-skinned Black person, that wasn't always easy. And as Jess would discover by looking into historical records, race is not a binary construct.

Jess Jolley is the Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Pendo.

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson, and is a production of Earfluence. For sponsorship options, email [email protected].

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In this special bonus episode of Diversity Beyond the Checkbox, The Diversity Movement CEO Donald Thompson chats with Lenovo Chief Diversity Officer Calvin Crosslin about his rude introduction to being Black and looking for a job, microaggressions, his journey to becoming Lenovo CDO, product diversity, and the Lenovo Foundation.

Watch the full video of Don's interview with Calvin.

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, (usually) hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson, and is a production of Earfluence.

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Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox - Controversy and Racism at the Olympics, with Dr Bob Batchelor
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07/20/21 • 40 min

The Diversity Movement's Jackie Ferguson and Bob Batchelor discuss controversy and racism at the Olympics, touching on Sha'Carri Richardson, the ban on Afro swim caps, and Allyson Felix versus Nike.

Full episode video LIVE at the Earfluence studio in downtown Raleigh

Diversity Beyond the Checkbox is brought to you by The Diversity Movement, hosted by Head of Content Jackie Ferguson, and is a production of Earfluence.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox have?

Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox currently has 265 episodes available.

What topics does Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox cover?

The podcast is about Management, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Business.

What is the most popular episode on Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox?

The episode title 'Unlearning Silence: Embracing Authenticity and Unleashing Talent in the Workplace w/ Elaine Lin Hering' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox?

The average episode length on Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox released?

Episodes of Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox are typically released every 6 days, 21 hours.

When was the first episode of Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox?

The first episode of Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox was released on Jan 29, 2020.

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