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Diversify Your Learning: A New Era of Personal and Professional Growth
As September rolls around, a new school year begins, and it marks the perfect time to begin a fresh journey of personal and professional...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 6, 20247 min read


Cultural Intelligence (CQ): What Is It and Why Is It Important?
Keep working on these principles to develop your cultural intelligence and connect with sensitivity and confidence on every level.
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 16, 20246 min read


Debunking the Black Monolith
Image by Nappy — Pexels Table of Contents: Why Is Exposure to Culture Important? What Are the Benefits of Exposure to New Cultures? What...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Apr 18, 20244 min read

What Does Diversifying Your Network Really Look Like?
In the fast-paced realm of sales and marketing, where success often hinges on the strength of our connections, it's crucial as...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Feb 29, 20244 min read


Curated DEI Resources for Leaders, Allies and Black Professionals
The holiday season is upon us, and as we gather with loved ones to create new memories and share good wishes, we at Tough Convos are...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 15, 20237 min read

The Untold Truth about Critical Race Theory
Critical Race Theory (CRT) has become a focal point of discussion in recent years, sparking debates about its role in addressing systemic...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 14, 20234 min read


Why Does Building Inclusive Classrooms Matter?
In the realm of education, the quest for inclusive classrooms is a noble one. Teachers across the globe are striving to create learning...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 8, 20234 min read

Why Are People Opposed to DEI?
You know, there's this recurring critique of DEI work and CRT, claiming it creates division rather than bringing people together. But...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 4, 20233 min read


How Can Diversity and Inclusion Lead to Organizational Success?
Organizations recognize the profound impact diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can have on their success. Beyond buzzwords, DEI...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
May 25, 20235 min read


Why Are Women Important in Politics?
If politics are meant to "enable the members of a society to collectively achieve important human goals they cannot otherwise achieve...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Mar 16, 20234 min read


Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Is Not a Monolith
I'm a Christian. My friend is Jewish. In the past, I have celebrated Hanukkah with her, and she's celebrated Christmas with me. We get...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 15, 20224 min read


Talking About White Supremacy Doesn’t Have to Be Uncomfortable
“White supremacy” is a term people don’t use often and typically associate with Nazism, the Ku Klux Klan and neo-Nazis. Why is that? What...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 30, 20224 min read


What Is the Problem with Groupthink?
The term groupthink is usually associated with social psychologist Irving Janis who conducted extensive research on group dynamics and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 22, 20224 min read


What’s the Difference Between Equity and Equality?
Your employees are your most valuable asset, and you want to give them all the resources they need to succeed. After all, their success...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 16, 20225 min read


How to Apply Mantras in Your Life and Change Stereotypes
No matter how much people deny it, most do judge a book by its cover. And this fact has never rung truer than in the case of Black men....
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 5, 20224 min read


Where Are The Black Men In Leadership Roles?
Although diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, has grown to be a multibillion-dollar industry, there is little proof that corporate...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 18, 20223 min read


10 Interesting Reasons to Not Miss Caribana
Image by Jason Pinaster from Pixabay As part of the celebrations for Canada’s Centennial, the Caribbean community in Toronto, Canada,...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 5, 20225 min read


How I Built My Personal (DEI) Brand
After investing more than 15 years of my life in consulting, training, and professional development, I’ve evolved into an Inclusion and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 7, 20225 min read

What is the Difference Between Cultural Intelligence and Cultural Competence?
© hola illustrations | Vecteezy The importance of being culturally intelligent and competent cannot be over-emphasized. More appreciation...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 9, 20224 min read


Why Do We Need Cultural Intelligence (CQ)?
© Pikisuperstar | Freepik We've learned through deep conversations, corporate training, and statistical research that everyone is living...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 6, 20224 min read
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