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Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita — 219 episodes
Building Belonging with One Simple Ritual
Reframing Feedback Through a Leadership Lens
Bite-Sized Leadership for Big-Time Impact
Dr. Mayra Austin is Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita, Part 3
Dr. Mayra Austin is Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita, Part 2
Dr. Mayra Austin is Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita
Culture and Workforce Demographics
The Potential Impacts of AI in HR
DEI as a Strategic Business Imperative
DEI Hesitancy in Organizations
Downturn in DEI Prioritization
Doing the Work of Belonging
Global Interest in DEI Post-2020
The Establishment of Dr. Anita Enterprises, Inc.
Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita Navigating a New Season and a New Decade — as a Business & a Woman
Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita What I’ve Learned as a Businesswoman
Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita What I’ve Learned as a Businesswoman
Keeping It Real with Dr. Anita Professional & Personal Milestones
Celebrating Milestones Reflection, Resilience, and Renewal
How the Death of DEI Became a Case Study in CEO Decision-Making
Peernovation as a Framework for Tackling DEI Challenges
How to Leverage the Power of Peernovation in the C-Suite
Unshaken Standing Firm in Leadership Despite the Shifting DEI Landscape
Reframing Diversity Conversations from Difficult to Different
How to Discuss Total Diversity Without Moralizing
Getting Real About Race and Having Real Conversations
Retiring, Rewiring, and Reimagining The Future of Inclusive Workplaces
Why Culture Is Key to Thriving in 2025
Is It Time to Retire the Term DEI
Has DEI Always Existed Under a Different Name?
What Does DEI Really Mean, and Why Has It Become Divisive
Let's Start With the Basics
SMART Goals vs. Non-SMART Goals for Inclusive Leaders Pursuing Culture Change
SMART Goals vs. Non-SMART Goals for Inclusive Leaders Pursuing Culture Change
Choosing to Laugh or Cry Let’s Choose Laughter
Starting the New Year with “Yes, And…”
Welcome to 2025 Discussing Heavy Topics Without Getting Weighed Down
Lived Experiences Result in Inclusive Leadership
Evidence-Based Neuroscience and Leadership
The Power of Diverse Partnerships
The Gift of Diverse Partnerships
Happy Thanksgiving!
Get Ready for Psych Safety Day
Thankful for Psych Safety Around the Table
Tip #4 Reframing the Discussion Before Starting the Dialogue
Tip #3 Managing Intent with Impact
Tip #2 Delivering a Message That is Received
Tip #1 Avoiding Volatility by Valuing Relationships
Discussing Hot Topics Without Torching Relationships
A Renewed Focus on Team Dynamics Strategies
Culture and Workforce Demographics
The Potential Impacts of AI in HR
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as Strategic Business Imperatives
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Hesitancy In Organizations
The Deprioritization of Diversity
Doing the Work of Belonging
Just Say It: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Establishment of Dr. Anita Enterprises, Inc.
Bake-in Belonging to Bind Organizations Together
Say the Words Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
A Celebratory Transition from Juneteenth to July 4th
July Monologue 2024
Reflections of the American Journey Juneteenth and July 4th
Polished & Powerful Black Professionals Represent Resiliency
Know What You Don’t Know About Juneteenth
Ms. Tish Norman Celebrating A Legacy of Educational Excellence for Juneteenth
Reflecting on Juneteenth and the Resilience of Black Professionals
Everybody Means E-V-E-R-Y-B-O-D-Y with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
The Workforce of the Future with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
The For All Leader with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
Remembering the Significance of Being a Great Place to Work For All
Being Aware Means Being a Partner
Challenges Associated with Autism Awareness and Autism Acceptance for Diverse Families
Honoring Mr. Howard McBroom From Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance
From Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance
Leading Ladies Leaving a Legacy
The 3D Mindset: Determined, Driven, and Disciplined
Being the Boss and Paying the Cost
Celebrating Women’s History Month and the Women You Need to Know
Celebrating Women’s History Month with Women CEOs You Need to Know
Building A Bridge for Diverse Toy Creators
Lived Experiences Matter
Celebrating Black History and the Arts with The Toy Coach
Black History, The Arts, and Representation
An Intentional, Purpose-Driven 2024
Belonging Makes a Difference
Hello 2024: Ditching Resolutions and Setting Intentions
Expect More in 2024: Rest, Reflection, Insight, Intention
Looking Forward
In Solidarity with Humanity
Gathering Around the Table
Belonging: The Gift to You and Your Organization
Embracing the Gifts of Tradition and Belonging
Change Management, Inclusion & Belonging
The Value of Vulnerability
LOVE in the Workplace
Thanksgiving LOVE
Three Takeaways That Take the Scariness out of Diversity Work
What’s Scary About the Current Diversity Landscape
Diverse Perspectives on the Diversity Landscape
Dr. Anita’s Annual Look at What’s Scary About Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Laboring for Justice as a Labor of Love
Empowering People Through Social and Legal Strategies
Corporate Repositioning and Reprioritization of DEI
The Trickel Down Effect Supreme Court Decisions
The Annual “Laboring for Justice as a Labor of Love” Series
Diverse Leadership Pipelines Deliver Diverse Dollars
Considering the Corporate Why Not
Affirmative Action in Colleges and Corporations
The Supreme Court, Affirmative Action, and Corporate America
The People Flywheel with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
Everybody Means E-V-E-R-Y-B-O-D-Y with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
The Workforce of the Future with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
The For All Leader with Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work
Declaring Our Independence – and Our Interdependence -- in the Workplace
Juneteenth: As American as the 4th of July and Apple Pie
Recognizing Juneteenth as American History
Recognizing and Celebrating Juneteenth
June Monologue
Reframing Feedback as Gift
Role Modeling the Practice of Leading by Unpacking
A Culture of Belonging at TrueCar
May Monologue 2023
Promoting Belonging by Leveraging Strengths
Checking Boxes Does NOT Change Cultures
Breaking News: What Makes You Different Makes You Valuable!
Thriving Cultures Are Cultivated Through Inclusive Design
April Monologue
Diversity & Power
Diversity Washing, Diversity Fatigue, and the Workplace
Meet Dwayne Robertson, head of the Diversity & Inclusion office for the Young President’s Organization
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: What’s Your Why Not?
Celebrating Dr. Anita’s 5th Anniversary Sharing Client reflections with Easterseals Southern California
Celebrating Dr. Anita’s 5th Anniversary Sharing Client reflections with Abode Communities
Celebrating Dr. Anita’s 5th Anniversary: Sharing Client reflections with Rehrig Pacific Company
Celebrating Dr. Anita Enterprises, Inc., 5th Anniversary
Moving the Notion of Accessibility from Awkward to Actionable featuring Dr. Beverlyn Mendez
Just Say It Disability, or If You’re Not Sure, Ask, featuring Dr. Beverlyn Mendez
Put On Your Rose-Colored Glasses featuring Dr. Beverlyn Mendez
Expanding Your Perspective Through Rose-colored Glasses
Attaining Workforce Sustainability by Modeling the Practice of the Hearth
Cultivating Real Relationships Through the Practice of the Commons
How the Practice of the Table Shapes Employee Experiences
Meet Lisa A. Holmes, Founder, and CEO of Strategic Performance of Los Angeles, CHRO, and Lifestyle Expert
Belonging is the Gift that Keeps On Giving all Year Long!
Pulling the Thread on Stated and Demonstrated Values to Cultivate Belonging
Healing Career Wounds Starts by Listening for the Why
Meet Rick Girard, Founder, and CEO of Stride Search and author of the book Healing Career Wounds
November Monologue
Uncomfortable with Discomfort Do It Anyway with Guest Kelli Kirkland
Pursuing Honest Living For Ourselves and With Others with guest Kelli Kirkland
The Importance of Having Honest Conversations With Ourselves and Others with guest Kelli Kirkland
The Scariness of Microaggressions and the Messages They Send with guest Kelli Kirkland
The Scariness of Intellectual Arrogance
How the Growth Mindset Shapes Employee Experiences and Increases Employee Engagement
Creating the Employee Experience with Inclusive Meeting Toolkits and Belonging Videos
Exploring the Belonging Project at Medtronic with Monica Pleasant
Swing for the Fences in the Belonging Ballpark
The Power of Me + The Power of We = Women of Color in the C-Suite
Lived Experiences of Women of Color in the C-Suite
For Women of Color in the C-Suite, Imposter Syndrome is a Real Fallacy
Learning and Growing Together
How CEOs Think, Grow, and Introduce New Ideas
Exploring the Perceived Disconnect about Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging in the C-suite
Leading Others to Places We Ourselves Need to Go First
An Introduction to C-suite Peer Advisory Groups
Kickin’ Off Real Conversations from the C-suite with Leo Bottary
The Journey Of Belonging
Real Conversations From the C-Suite
Key Take Aways
Leading by Unpacking
What final thoughts would you like to leave with us?
What do you suggest the executive leadership think about too?
3 practices of thriving communities
Why is emphasis on Belonging & Inclusion the top priority for you as a leader?
Determining DIB
Approaching Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Why have you chosen to first focus on the C-suite in an organization?
Who is Dr. Anita?
Introducing Dr. Anita: Behind the Mic
Real Conversations with Otis Boyles
Lived Experiences with Moe Orr
Allies in Action
March Madness on the Basketball Court and in the Workplace
Real Conversations with Michelle Beauchamp
Lived Experiences with Mickey Miela
Allies in Action
Celebrating Valentine's Day as a Labor of Love (and Self-Care)
Real Conversations with George Thompson
Lived Experiences with Stuart Newton
Allies in Action Setting Intentions for 2022
Setting Your Intention for a Great 2022
Real Conversations with Lisa Holmes
Lived Experiences with Anthony Vultaggio
Allies in Action
Holiday diversity and common themes
Real Conversations with Dr. Deena Brown
Lived Experiences with Stephanie Carter
Allies in Action
Gratitude and Refection
Real Conversations with Bruce Bennett
Real Conversations with Dr. Don Chick, Change Management and Leadership Development Expert
Lived Experiences of a Corporate Client
Allies in Action
What’s Scary About Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
Real Conversations with Lori Condinus
Lived Experiences with Brian Colburn
Using Your Privilege to Benefit Others
Laboring for Justice as a Labor of Love
Real Conversations with Dr. Mary McCall
Lived Experiences with Dr. Sandhya Johnson
Allies in Action and Subtle Acts of Exclusion
A Subtle Awakening
Black Independence Through the Black Dollar
Black Independent Thought and Ways of Being
What July 4th Means to Me
What July 4th Means to Me
A Real Conversation with Helen Vits
Lived Experiences with Stephanie Nagami