Race in the Workplace with Joanna Shoffner Scott, Ph.D.
Race in the Workplace is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the complexities of race, racism, and racial equity in the workplace. Join Dr. Joanna Shoffner Scott, an experienced organizational development consultant and the founder of the Stamey Street Consulting Group, as she provides practical guidance and insightful discussions for leaders. Whether you lead a nonprofit, philanthropy, or private business, this podcast offers valuable insights to help you build workplaces that work for everyone.
Race in the Workplace with Joanna Shoffner Scott, Ph.D.
BONUS: Four Strategies for Nonprofits to Retain Black Talent | S2, Ep 9
Topics discussed in this episode:
1- The article this episode is based on: Nonprofit Execs: Are You Constantly Losing Staff of Color? [0:00:45]
2- An outline of the problem and what it might look like for your company. [0:01:40]
3- The problem of naming without action. [0:02:36]
4- A metric for your organizational identity: how your Black staff are faring. [0:04:01]
5- Acknowledging that your workplace environment may be toxic for Black people. [0:05:01]
6- Accept that your staff might have different experiences by position and racial identity. [0:06:01]
7- Why you should accept that some managers will never be okay with equity-centered processes. [0:06:59]
8- Shifting towards equity and holding yourself accountable. [0:07:36]
9- A reminder that with time and intentionality, you can change who you are as an organization. [0:07:52]
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Nonprofit Execs, Are You Constantly Losing Staff of Color? Here are 4 Ways to Stop the Churn.[0:00:00]
- Atomic Habits [Book] [0:03:20]
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About Your Host
Dr. Joanna Shoffner Scott is an organizational development consultant who helps leaders of nonprofits, philanthropies, and businesses create workplaces that work for everyone.