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Diversity and bias have both technical and social meanings when it comes to data work, where they influence who conducts the projects, what data is used, how the analyses are interpreted, how the results are applied, and who benefits from the projects. Join Barton Poulson, PhD, and diversity expert Stacey A. Gordon, MBA as they discuss the impact of diversity and bias on the algorithmic and ethical sides of data work in an evolving context. To make the experience even better, take 30 minutes and first watch Stacey Gordon's course "Unconscious Bias" (https://lnkd.in/gHUTs2MA), which was the #1 course on LinkedIn Learning in 2021. We look forward to meeting with all of you to discuss these critical topics. #DataIsForDoing #LinkedIn #OfficeHours #Data #DataAnalysis #DataScience #Diversity #DEI #Bias

🌟 Breaking the Cycle of Overachievement: Embracing Self-Compassion and Balance 🌟 Let's talk about the pressure to overachieve—especially for women of color. It's a familiar story: the relentless pursuit of perfection, the constant need to prove ourselves, and the belief that we must always do better, be better, and do more. For too long, women of color have faced impossibly high standards, expected to excel in every aspect of life while navigating systemic barriers and biases. We're often labeled as overachievers and perfectionists. But here's the truth: It's okay to not always give 150%. It's okay to set boundaries, prioritize well-being, and recognize that good enough is truly good enough. Why is it so hard to take a breather? Why do we feel the need to constantly go above and beyond, even at the expense of our mental, emotional, and physical health? Part of it stems from a culture that glorifies busyness and equates self-worth with productivity. We've been conditioned to believe that our value is tied to our ability to perform, achieve, and excel. For women of color, the pressure to prove ourselves in predominantly white spaces only heightens these expectations. But we don't have to buy into this narrative. We can redefine success on our own terms, prioritize self-care and balance, and embrace the concept of "good enough." This isn't about lowering standards or settling for mediocrity. It's about recognizing our inherent worth and understanding that we are enough exactly as we are. It's about celebrating our accomplishments without the constant drive for more. Let's stop going above and beyond just to meet others' expectations. Let's embrace self-compassion and balance, set boundaries, say no, and simply be. Join the conversation and share your thoughts in the comments below. Let's support each other in this journey. And join the #100KConversations campaign to spread the message of self-compassion and balance far and wide!

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Our next 1-on-1 webinar is open for enrollment. Joining us this month is Stacey A. Gordon, MBA, Founder & Principal Consultant at Rework Work. We will be exploring the stories behind the labels behind the stereotypes, perceptions and expectations we assign to others. As they saying goes, 'there is more to us than meets the eye'. We'll dive into those complexities of identity to help us connect with empathy and accuracy.

Celebrating an incredible milestone: 100,000 Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese speakers have taken my Unconscious Bias course in their primary language! 🎉 It's wonderful that LinkedIn Learning has translated this course into so many languages. (Links to each language are in the comments) Acknowledging biases is just the beginning; unlearning them is where the real work starts – and that's precisely what my course covers. To "unbias," we must grasp the different biases and prevent them from influencing our decisions. Why take the course? Because this knowledge is vital for our collective commitment to inclusion and belonging for ALL. Ready to join the movement? Join over a million others on this impactful journey here: https://lnkd.in/d-5J_VW #ReworkWork #UnconsciousBias

I enjoyed participating at the Positive Business Conference on the University of Michigan campus where as you can see from this wonderful storyboard, Ronna Alexander captured quite a few of the points I brought up during the opening session yesterday. 1.       We have many blind spots. We don't take the time to notice who's not in the room. Who might we be missing? 2.       We can make the unconscious conscious if we focus, and become more aware, just like breathing. 3.       It's important to recruit with retention in mind. 4.       Psychological safety is one key to productivity. 5.       Flexibility and agility are important leadership traits to be successful moving forward. 6.       Having a sandbox to practice the concepts that are learned in education sessions around diversity, equity and inclusion is vital. 7.       We don't have to jump on current technology trends if we don't have a plan for how to implement them and how they will actually improve our productivity. 8.       Though it can make you comfortable, there is no script for the conversations that we need to have in the workplace. 9.       Learning new skills can be difficult but it is necessary for the future of work. 10. Starting with conversations and using our 100K conversations challenge is a good way to begin increasing awareness. Did anyone capture any other points about DEI in the workplace that I missed? Let me know in the comments. #mgopositive #ReworkWork #AmplifyHuman #100KConversations #DEIAtWork

At Rework Work we are a remote work company, so it’s always nice when I can get together with my team in person. Shout out to Amber Thomson for helping me with my book signing at the #CAHR conference If you purchased a book, thank you!! 🙏🏾