The Power of Middle Managers (Yes, you read that right!)

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The Power of Middle Managers (Yes, you read that right!)

It is no secret that a good manager can make or break your experience in the workplace. We’ve all been there and we know the Bad Boss tropes all too well: the nit-picky micromanager, the impossible-to-please CEO, or the ghost of a supervisor who has no idea what you do. However, whether you had a Miranda Priestly or a Michael Scott for a boss, not every relationship with middle management needs to be strained. In fact, could a better connection to and understanding of middle management actually be key to organizational success?

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Black History: Centering Black Voices Every Month of the Year

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At Outspoken, we are passionate about the power of inclusion. We believe a landscape of diverse ideas is foundational to building sustainable solutions that will carry us deeper into the 21st century better equipped for the challenges our collective future holds. This month, we’ve been excited to highlight Black voices, sharing some of our speakers’ expertise and essential contributions to our public discourse. But how can we honor Black History Month beyond February? How can we create an inclusive culture that lasts long after Black History Month?

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For Women of Color, Mentorship Matters

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Did you know women of color make up only about 4 percent of C-suite executives? Despite efforts within many well-meaning organizations, and corporations to create more diverse and inclusive spaces, there is so much more work to do. Whether you're looking to prepare young Black women (and all women of color) for the future ahead upon graduation and entering the workforce or to continue your efforts in diversifying your organization and increasing your training and development programs, inclusion strategists and mentorship trainers, Denise Hamilton and Watchen Nyanue, can help.

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Advice on Discussing the Subjects of Race, Class and Gender at Work from Denise Hamilton and Jenna Arnold

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Advice on Discussing the Subjects of Race, Class and Gender at Work from Denise Hamilton and Jenna Arnold

A major shift is happening to answer the calls of systematic racism and discrimination in the workplace. While there is no instant solution to combating these inequalities, progress can and should be made now—and it starts with us. Furthermore, book clubs, workshops and reading lists that all discuss the topics of race and inclusivity are growing.

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