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As a first-generation leader, I have dedicated myself to creating more women leaders. I’ve spent 2 decades pouring into Women and Girls of Color in multiple capacities and I’m not done yet. I recognize that Women of Color in leadership struggle with doubt and visibility in the workplace. Currently, I am utilizing my education, […]
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Career Advancement Fact: Personal development is as important as professional development. Personal development can take many forms from therapy to journaling to travel. Travel is one of my loves and I generally use my birthday as an opportunity to go someplace new and try something new (when available). Travel can expand your perspective, reduce […]
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Welcome to April and the start of quarter 2 of 2025! April Is: National Internship Awareness Month Stress Awareness Month Financial Literacy Month 🎂 Nicki’s Birthday Month ♈️ We understand that overworking is not a badge of honor. Take some time to celebrate and enjoy life today. “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever […]
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As high-performing Women of Color in leadership, we often feel the pressure to prove ourselves by working longer hours, taking on additional responsibilities, and ensuring that every task gets done perfectly. But the truth is that leadership is not about transactions; it’s about transformation. The transformation of culture, expectations, and metrics that happen in […]
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Stepping into leadership can feel scary and isolating – especially when self-doubt is telling you that you’re not ready to lead. If you’ve ever thought, “I need more experience”, “I need another degree”, or “I don’t have what it takes,” you’re not alone. Many Women of Color in leadership roles struggle with imposter syndrome, […]
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At Nicki Sanders Leadership Consulting, our mission is simple – to eliminate toxic workplaces by developing skilled, empathetic, and goal-oriented leaders who have the vision, support, and resources to create a culture where employees thrive individually and collectively. Nicki Sanders’ personal philosophy on leadership: Leadership is a privilege Leadership is about impact and influence, […]
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Welcome to March. Spring is almost here!!! This is our first blog of a new month and I’m reminding you to set your intentions of how you want March to play out for you. We can’t control division, politics and the economy, but we can control ourselves. In challenging times, leaders must go inward […]
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Success is always an inside job! Soft Success Self-Assured Succes Sustainable Success If you want to see outer changes you have to make inner changes. And you don’t have to do it by yourself. During these times of collective uncertainty and opposition, I want to help Women of Color leaders rise above the noise […]
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Misinformation about diversity, equity, and inclusion programs is widespread. What many don’t know is that white women have been the largest beneficiaries of diversity programs in the workplace and Black women are last in line. Research indicates that White women, Asian professionals, LGBTQ individuals, Latinas/Hispanic women, Black men, people with disabilities, and lastly, Black […]
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