S2E4: The Microaggressions Series - Part 1

01/02/25 • 28 min

In this 3 part series:
Kristi & Tanqueray explore the pervasive issue of microaggressions in the workplace, featuring candid discussions with leaders from diverse backgrounds. Guests shared personal experiences, such as subtle slights, mispronounced names, and inappropriate comments, highlighting the cumulative harm these behaviors inflict on marginalized individuals and organizational culture. The conversation emphasized the importance of awareness, allyship, and accountability in addressing microaggressions while empowering listeners to document their experiences, advocate for change, and foster inclusive environments.
Key Takeaways:
"Microaggressions are like paper cuts—they build up and exhaust you, even if they seem small at the moment." -Brae Richardson
"Microaggressions may seem subtle, but they assault your identity and undermine your sense of belonging." -Tanqueray Edwards
" Empathy and execution can coexist—this shouldn’t still be something we have to explain in 2025." - Kristi Straw
Contact your hosts:
Kristi Straw - https://lighthouseleadershipconsultants.com
Tanqueray Edwards - https://www.tredwardsconsultancy.com/contact
Microaggressions Series Guests:
Brae Richardson - Brand & Creative Lead, Brae Richardson, LLC
Sunny Myers - Senior Global Leader/DEIB
Dr. Zaibis Muñoz-Isme - Architect of Inclusive Leadership

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S2EP3: Thriving Through Change with Sara Goscha

In this episode:
Kristi & Tanqueray welcome Sara Goscha, founder of Carroll Management Consulting. Sara shares her transformative journey from corporate executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, reflecting on how personal loss catalyzed her decision to create a legacy-focused business. Through candid discussions about overcoming a scarcity mindset, building genuine relationships, and the therapeutic process of memoir writing, Sara provides actionable insights into navigating challenges with resilience and authenticity.
Key Takeaways:
"I wanted more than this. I had to put in the work." - Sara Goscha
"Scarcity mentality focuses on something that you don't have enough of." -Tanqueray Edwards
"Changing your space can change your mindset." - Kristi Straw
Contact your hosts:
Kristi Straw - https://lighthouseleadershipconsultants.com
Tanqueray Edwards - https://www.tredwardsconsultancy.com/contact
Contact today's guest Sara Goscha: https://www.carrollmanagementconsulting.com

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S2E5: The Microaggressions Series - Part 2

In this 3 part series:
Kristi & Tanqueray explore the pervasive issue of microaggressions in the workplace, featuring candid discussions with leaders from diverse backgrounds. Guests shared personal experiences, such as subtle slights, mispronounced names, and inappropriate comments, highlighting the cumulative harm these behaviors inflict on marginalized individuals and organizational culture. The conversation emphasized the importance of awareness, allyship, and accountability in addressing microaggressions while empowering listeners to document their experiences, advocate for change, and foster inclusive environments.
Key Takeaways:
"Move into spaces knowing it’s an uphill battle. Every step will make you stronger." -Sunny Myers
"Advocate for yourself and document everything—your safety and mental well-being come first." -Tanqueray Edwards
"Calling workplaces a ‘family’ sets unrealistic expectations and leads to burnout—workplaces need to be professional, not familial." - Kristi Straw
Contact your hosts:
Kristi Straw - https://lighthouseleadershipconsultants.com
Tanqueray Edwards - https://www.tredwardsconsultancy.com/contact
Microaggressions Series Guests:
Brae Richardson - Brand & Creative Lead, Brae Richardson, LLC
Sunny Myers - Senior Global Leader/DEIB
Dr. Zaibis Muñoz-Isme - Architect of Inclusive Leadership