In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
My friend, JoAnn, and I discuss how religion and spirituality play a role in your community and in creating your tribe. An Interfaith Minister, JoAnn brings her unique perspective to this deeply personal episode.
My friend, JoAnn, and I discuss how religion and spirituality play a role in your community and in creating your tribe. An Interfaith Minister, JoAnn brings her unique perspective to this deeply personal episode.
In this podcast, I am excited to introduce you to Patty Wilson, LPC, who is the Executive Director at Hospice of Green Country. Join us as we discuss some of the misconceptions related to hospice care and the challenges Patty and her team encounter as they guide their patients through their last moments.…
Join me as I sit down with Paula Settoon! Paula is the Dean of Libraries and Knowledge Management for Tulsa Community College, an HLC Accreditation Liaison Officer, and the Tulsa Area United Way Campaign Coordinator. Hear how she approached her new team and how valuable the time spent asking questions and listening was on impacting its culture.…
Today's guest is Wendy Thomas, Executive Director of Leadership Tulsa, a community organization focused on developing leaders. Hear about Wendy's passion and the important work of this organization engaging leaders in the community through service and education.
In this episode, you'll get to know Lori Long, the Executive Director of the Tulsa based nonprofit, Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges. She shares about her passion, commitment, and the resolve it takes to successfully run a nonprofit and fundraise. Not only this, but she does a freestyle rap for us!…
Join me as I interview Rosemary Harris! From her fear of public speaking to her passion for serving on non-profit boards, this episode delves even deeper still to her love of and willingness for adventure and her decision to live life joyfully.
My guest for this episode is Chris Brecht. He is a lawyer, currently running for a District Judge position in Tulsa. Hear about his passion for working with children, the calling he feels to run for this position, and much more.
In this conclusion of our previous episode, you'll hear more from my friend, the author, Debbie McDaniel. She concludes the powerful story of her experience in and leaving the Jehovah's Witness organization,
In this episode, we take a departure from typical leadership topics as I am joined by my friend and author, Debbie McDaniel. She shares a bit of her story as told in her book, Out with Consequences, of life in and leaving the Jehovah's Witness organization.
In many companies, women have not had a seat at the table, and honestly, it can still be hard to get there. My guest Charlotte Stith shares of her experience of getting a seat at the table.
Entrepreneurship can be one of the most challenging undertakings and, at the same time, one of the best. The personal and professional growth gained from it is just some of what we are talking about with our guest Terry Buske.
In this micro-episode we talk travel, charity, writing a book and more! What did you do and do you continue to do to find your passions and pursuing them?
In all facets of our lives, we encounter generational differences with those we interact with. In this episode, we delve into this topic with Nancy Gunter, an expert in this area - she shares her insights to help all of us manage and thrive with those differences.
مرحبًا بك في مشغل أف ام!
يقوم برنامج مشغل أف أم بمسح الويب للحصول على بودكاست عالية الجودة لتستمتع بها الآن. إنه أفضل تطبيق بودكاست ويعمل على أجهزة اندرويد والأيفون والويب. قم بالتسجيل لمزامنة الاشتراكات عبر الأجهزة.