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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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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There are so many things I want to say and so many things that should not need to be spoken in 2025, but here we are. We don’t need permission to celebrate Black History Month. We deserve honor and respect. We are here and accounted for. Black History is American history, and we will
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Divide and Conquer is a strategy worth implementing immediately! 1. Honor your capacity 2. Focus on the things that matter most to you. 3. Do only what you have the ability and capability to do. There is no ONE thing to do. We all have different parts to play. Divide and conquer. As you
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Friday, January 17, 2025, Social Media post: There is A LOT going on in the world, and thanks to the World Wide Web, we all have a front row seat to it all. It’s pretty easy to become discouraged, disappointed, and depleted. So, here are a few nuggets to nibble on this weekend: 1.
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Happy New Year, I had a very lowkey New Year Eve. Spent time outside in nature, had multiple chats with family, had lengthy new year goals and intensions talks with 2 of my best friends, and switched through a watch night service and television channels as the east coast ushered in the new year. I haven’t decided how I will
As you well know, my mission as a Social Work Career Empowerment Coach is to eliminate the outdated, narrow view of social work. MYTH: You have to leave social work if you want to make money. Social workers do not take a vow of poverty. Your social work skills are highly transferable, high-income skills. It’s
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