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Empower your team with the Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™! Our premier course is designed to infuse your organization with evidence-based strategies for equity and engagement. Learn from industry experts and immediately apply practical tools to enhance your leadership and improve your organizational culture.

Here’s what one participant had to say: "This course is the best thing I thought I didn’t need but greatly did. Not only are there valuable tools to be learned, but the inclusion of community sessions made me feel like I was part of something larger — the collective growth and work towards change within my company was inspiring."

Ready to take the next step? Group discounts are available for groups over 20. Contact us at [email protected] for more details. Enroll today and be part of our Fall 2024 cohort! 🌟

Visit our website to learn more: https://www.deettajones.com/inclusive-managers-toolkit

A key element of nature is to build. One might think, 'What steps could I personally take, or what could my organization invest in, to help us achieve our workforce goals?'

Continuous learning is essential for staying ahead in today’s dynamic workplace. Leaders who prioritize ongoing education and skill development foster a culture of innovation and engagement.

Our Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™ starts on September 9 and is designed to help you lead with confidence and inclusivity. Enroll today and stay ahead in your career! Visit our website to learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02L2GqS0

What are your plans post-Olympics? 🏅 As the world turns its attention from the games, now is the perfect time to think about what's next in your career and personal development.

The small, consistent actions we take each day build momentum and lead to substantial progress over time. Whether you're inspired to take on new challenges or refine your leadership skills, the journey to your next goal starts today.

Join our Fall Cohort of the Inclusive Manager's Toolkit™ starting Sept 9—designed to equip leaders with the tools and strategies needed to excel in today's dynamic work environment. Seats are filling up fast! Contact [email protected] or visit https://hubs.la/Q02L17fP0 to secure your spot.

In a rapidly changing work environment, the ability to stay focused on incremental improvements can set leaders apart and drive long-term success.

Flexibility and connection are the keys to effective leadership development in today’s dynamic work environment. At DeEtta Jones & Associates, our custom training solutions offer a hybrid approach that combines the strengths of both in-person and virtual learning. This approach empowers your team to build stronger relationships while enhancing organizational culture and employee engagement.

Whether your focus is on inclusive leadership, continuous learning, or creating a culture of excellence, our programs are designed to meet your organization’s needs.

Enroll now in our Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™ and take advantage of our group discounts for teams of 20 or more. Equip your leaders with the skills to drive meaningful change and lasting impact.



Visit our website to learn more and enroll: https://hubs.la/Q02KK4_k0

“Long-term consistency trumps short-term intensity.” – Bruce Lee

Consistency is essential for building a thriving workplace culture and effective leadership. Leaders who demonstrate consistent behavior significantly boost employee morale and productivity. Here are some insights on how consistency can enhance your leadership:

1. Building Trust: Consistent actions build trust, bridging the gap between leaders and their teams. A Harvard Business Review study found that 58% of employees trust strangers more than their own bosses. This trust can be built through predictable and dependable actions by leaders.

2. Enhancing Skills and Competence: Regular effort leads to skill mastery and competence. Malcolm Gladwell's “10,000-hour rule” emphasizes that consistent practice over time is key to becoming proficient in any field.

3. Strengthening Relationships: Consistent one-on-one meetings with managers make employees three times more likely to be engaged at work (Gallup). These regular check-ins help in understanding concerns, providing timely feedback, and fostering a sense of belonging.

4. Boosting Confidence and Courage: Steady feedback and support from supervisors enhance self-efficacy and performance (Journal of Applied Psychology). As employees see the results of their regular efforts, they are more likely to take on challenging tasks and step out of their comfort zones.

The DJA Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™ covers all these aspects, equipping managers with the tools to lead consistently and effectively.

⭐ Starting on September 9 ⭐ This course will help you develop the skills needed to build trust, enhance team engagement, and foster a positive organizational culture. Enroll now and take the next step in your leadership journey!



Visit our website to learn more: https://www.deettajones.com/inclusive-managers-toolkit

Creating an inclusive workplace culture starts with inclusive leadership. Here are some actionable tips for influencing up that’ll help foster innovation, a sense of belonging, and engagement in your organization:

1. Understand Your Audience
2. Build Credibility and Trust
3. Communicate Effectively
4. Show Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
5. Showcase the Bigger Picture
6. Be Persistent and Resilient
7. Create Allies and Build Networks
8. Provide Solutions, Not Just Problems
9. Show Results and Share Success Stories

The DJA Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™ covers all these topics, educating and equipping managers with practical skills and tools. Starting on September 9, this premier course is designed to equip you with the skills to lead inclusively and foster a thriving workplace culture. Don't miss out—enroll today and be part of the change!



Visit our website to learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02Kv7wh0

Have you ever walked into an organization and felt its energy? The secret lies in its culture and the presence of strong, inclusive leaders.

Inclusive leaders significantly enhance team productivity and morale, creating a sense of well-being that lowers turnover rates and fosters innovation. They are 8 times more likely to achieve better business outcomes and 6 times as likely to be innovative and agile.

Read more in DeEtta's latest blog, "The Magic of Inclusive Leadership," and discover practical tips for becoming an inclusive leader.

🔗👉 https://blog.deettajones.com/the-magic-of-inclusive-leadership

The MAGIC of Inclusive Leadership I love spending time at client sites. I can tell so much by the feel of a place. Organizations are like people; there’s so much more than meets the eye. The real testament of an organization’s health lies in its culture—the way people are together—how they treat each other, how they feel whe...

Unlock the Power of Empathy in Leadership 🌞

Ever felt stuck in a heated discussion, only to realize later what you should have said? We've all been there. Imagine if empathy could transform those intense moments into opportunities for connection and growth.

We're sharing an insightful read, "Navigating Relationships with Empathy: The Differentiator" by DeEtta Jones. This piece dives into how empathy can transform your leadership style, boost your emotional intelligence, and elevate team engagement.

🔍 Key Insights:
- Build Team Engagement: Discover how empathy can create a more connected and motivated team.
- Drive Performance: Learn to use empathy to achieve better results and inspire innovation.
- Practical Tips: Find actionable steps to weave empathy into your leadership approach.

Ready to elevate your leadership game? Click the link to explore the secrets to empathetic leadership. 🚀

🔗 👉 Read the full blog here: https://blog.deettajones.com/navigating-relationships-with-empathy-the-differentiator

Navigating Relationships with Empathy: The Differentiator Empathy is one of the most important ingredients in emotional intelligence. Empathy isn't a new topic, but it's definitely taken center stage over the past several years.

Maximize the potential of your team 📈 Cohort learning offers a structured educational experience for groups of colleagues.

In today's fast-paced world, continuous learning is essential for maintaining relevance and thriving in your career. However, balancing professional development with a busy schedule can be challenging. That's where cohort learning comes in.

“Learning in this cohort environment can increase success rates due to interaction and accountability, providing a satisfying sense of community and purpose. Students also often have access to the instructor and can ask other classmates for help and collaboration, giving them a satisfying sense of community and purpose…” – Forbes, 2021

🔗 https://blog.deettajones.com/maximize-potential-of-your-team-benefits-cohort-learning

At DeEtta Jones & Associates, our Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™ leverages cohort learning to ensure participants implement what they learn right away, enhancing their leadership and organizational culture.

📣 Group Discounts Available!

For more information about our upcoming course the Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™, or to learn about our group discounts for groups over 20, contact us at [email protected] or visit: https://www.deettajones.com/inclusive-managers-toolkit-2024

Maximize the Potential of Your Team: The Benefits of Cohort Learning Learn why cohort learning, a structured educational experience involving a group of colleagues, may be best for your team's professional development.

Following the recent SHRM decision to adopt the acronym "I&D" instead of "IE&D," DeEtta Jones highlights the necessity of equity-focused strategies in our blog "Equity is Not Optional."

Equity centers those who want, deserve, and have been denied full access and resources needed to flourish in systems that were not built for them.

In a world where forced civility often silences true inclusion, it's time for genuine, transformative change.

👉 Dive into the full blog: https://blog.deettajones.com/equity-is-not-optional

Equity is Not Optional There’s no question what’s happening. Even as a person who has tried for many years to “be the change I want to see in the world,” it’s incredibly clear where we are: broken. We need new systems, new leadership, and new ways of creating what we want for ourselves and our world.

Influencing up is a powerful skill that can transform your career and create a positive impact within your organization. Whether you're in an entry-level position or a middle manager, the ability to influence those above you can help drive change, foster innovation, and align your team's efforts with the organization's strategic goals.

Read DeEtta's latest blog on how you can harness the power of influencing up to become a catalyst for positive change: https://blog.deettajones.com/influencing-up

Influencing Up: How to Lead Effectively from Any Position Influencing up is a powerful skill that can transform your career and create a positive impact within your organization.

Are you incorporating these 5 must-have tools?

Management principles are made by humans and for humans. As humans change, so do our businesses, our relationships, and our business practices.

The Inclusive Manager’s Toolkit™ is rooted in contemporary best practices based on real-world experience working with leaders. The course provides a roadmap for distinguishing yourself, building your team, and effectively navigating your knottiest leadership challenges.

Join the Fall Cohort on September 9th: https://hubs.la/Q02JgBvq0

"We all know that the world that we live in is polarizing, difficult, complicated, and often exhausting. But it’s also OURS. Those who are feeling pushback now have either been directly involved in or benefactors of systems and decisions that have benefited them. Folks who are pushing back–this is their world, too."

Read DeEtta's latest blog on why equity is not optional:

Equity is Not Optional There’s no question what’s happening. Even as a person who has tried for many years to “be the change I want to see in the world,” it’s incredibly clear where we are: broken. We need new systems, new leadership, and new ways of creating what we want for ourselves and our world.

Meditation is a powerful practice that restores and revitalizes, making it an invaluable tool for leaders. By embracing meditation, you can achieve a balanced, focused, and compassionate approach to your roles, leading to both personal growth and organizational success.

Read more on DeEtta's latest blog, "The Power of Meditation: A Path to Better Leadership"

The Power of Meditation: A Path to Better Leadership Occasionally unplugging from the hustle and bustle of life is not a nicety; it’s a must-have. Our bodies, brains, and ability to regulate emotions were not wired for this world. It’s too noisy, congested, busy, distracting. It’s easy to begin a morning’s work committed to catching up on emai...

"Time is my most important asset. Yet time management often feels like the ultimate puzzle."

Read our latest blog: 'Managing Energy: Your Key Ingredient for Peak Performance" where DeEtta Jones shares how to embrace the science of timing to work smarter, not harder.

Managing Energy: Your Key Ingredient for Peak Performance I’m a mom, sister, daughter, friend, entrepreneur, manager, writer, coach, wanna-be yogi, world traveler, tennis and pickleball player-in-training, and avid reader. Oh yeah, and I love a solid 8 hours of sleep and a nap whenever possible. Time is my most important asset. Yet time management often ...

We as a company embrace our commitment to being an ally to the LGBTQ+ community. This means that every day, we show up with intention and attention to use our privilege in ways that create more equity. Although June is nearing an end, Pride never does. Here are our ten suggested books to continue celebrating and honoring our LGBTQ+ community:

- "All Boys Aren't Blue" by George M. Johnson
- "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
- "Call Me by Your Name" by André Aciman
- "Crip Theory: Cultural Signs of Q***rness and Disability" by Robert McRuer
- "Gender Q***r: A Memoir" by Maia Kobabe
- "Gender Outlaw: On Men, Women, and the Rest of Us" by Kate Bornstein
- "Giovanni's Room" by James Baldwin
- "How We Fight for Our Lives: A Memoir" by Saeed Jones
- "Night Sky with Exit Wounds" by Ocean Vuong
- "Pageboy: A Memoir" by Elliot Page

What we are experiencing now, in our workplaces and the world more broadly, calls for comfort, stamina, and understanding. Now is the moment for small, important, strategic acts.

We invite you to read our founder, DeEtta Jones's latest blog: "Joy is Our Birthright"

Joy is Our Birthright: Reflections on Community in the Time of Conflict Series I am a student of culture. Headlines, sound bytes, moments in time are important and interesting. But culture needs a wider lens. Culture happens in real-time but is only understood over time.

As we reflect on the tremendous energy, knowledge, support, and love of our inspiring community, words cannot fully express our gratitude.

On Tuesday, we concluded the third and final Community in the Time of Conflict session, focusing on "Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning". Our time together began by asking what each of us considers to be “the work” at this moment. The insights shared can stand as guideposts as we continue through complexity and conflict, ideas like modeling what it looks like to be an ally, creating space for others who may not have the opportunity, power, or confidence to contribute, or just showing up. Grounding ourselves in some of the potential responsibilities of the times helped set the foundation for our discussion about navigating our specific roles, capacities, and best practices.

To provide a new lens for the group to conceptualize the different roles they may play in various contexts, we walked through the Anti-Oppression Leadership Roles model DeEtta created. Community members used the model as a base to envision the many hats or roles they wear as they navigate their own situations.

One of the most powerful aspects of this community is our ability and willingness to ENGAGE—with one another, with our own perspective, and with the things we collectively aspire to be. The slides of this post contain some of the amazing reflections from the opening activity, the breakout session, and the transfer of current best practices.

This leads us back to gratitude. The series provided us all with a generous and special community and with hope through some grim and uncertain times. Thank you for your commitment to the work and to the unity shared in this space. Please refer to the final 3 slides of this post for information about more ways to continue this growth, together.

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❗To our Higher Education Colleagues: Today is the LAST session in our series, Community in the Time of Conflict. We’ll be coming together to discuss Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning at 4-5 pm ET.

Register here to join us: https://lnkd.in/em9R_9xN

We thank you for joining our safe space in advance.

A reminder that beginning May 15, we are hosting a free 3-session series: Community in the Time of Conflict, a Zoom-based community gathering space for our colleagues in higher education.

We hope you can join us. Our goal in these sessions is not to teach, debate, or solve anything that is happening in the world (we wish we could!). We just want to acknowledge and help facilitate engagement in real-time between colleagues at different institutions who are knee-deep in conflict, or at the other extreme, sometimes deafening silence.

The sessions will be facilitated, real-time community discussions among higher education colleagues to share experiences, emotions, and best practices. Our Community sessions are not being recorded. Join us on:
- May 15, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Doing the Work While Managing your Own Emotions
- May 29, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Personal Well-Being and Replenishment
- June 11, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning

Join us here: https://hubs.la/Q02x0fYg0

❗To our Higher Education Colleagues: We would love to see you at the LAST session of our Community in the Time of Conflict series on June 11, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET. In that session, we will focus on Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning.

We will also share a special FREE gift for those who have been part of this journey with us. We look forward to connecting with you.

Visit our link to register: https://hubs.la/Q02znCph0

Our community is incredibly special. If you were at our session yesterday, thank you. You filled our shared space with generosity and constructive engagement. Thank goodness! We need evidence that spaces like this are possible in our intense world, and we also need to know exactly where to find each other. Accomplished! ✅

If you weren’t able to be there, the second session of the Community in the Time of Conflict series focused on Well-Being and Replenishment. We began by inviting people to reflect on what well-being means to them. It is so important to begin with an aspirational anchor. What will it look like when it’s happening well? What does well-being feel like? Picturing the future state allows me to work toward something I want and recognize and appreciate it when I am experiencing it.

We then talked about cognitive dissonance. We wanted to talk directly about what, for some of us, is the toughest part of what is happening in the world and our workplaces—the seeming disconnect between what we value and the actions and decisions we are witnessing or participating in. DeEtta created this model to frame the discussion and discuss what we did!

Of course, we wanted to do more than discuss; at DJA, we love getting to action! So we identified what we could DO more of and ask others to do “in the service of” creating the kind of well-being we want in our lives, relationships, and workplaces. A summary of some of the brilliant ideas shared is captured in this post.

We also want to note something that DeEtta also pointed out during the session: the above list is not unique to the times we live in now. This list of “acts and asks” is EXACTLY the same list she has been seeing for 30 years. What humans want and need—what WE want and need—is more of what is inclusive, healthy, caring, and balanced ALL THE TIME. And the more we practice this, the more resilience we build to get us through the tough times.

Together, we are creating and contributing to something incredibly special. Let’s keep practicing more of what we want to see now.

We encourage you to join our last session on June 11, 4-5 ET. Link is on our bio.

❗To our Higher Education Colleagues: Today is the SECOND session in our series, Community in the Time of Conflict. We’ll be coming together to discuss Personal Well-Being and Replenishment at 4-5 pm ET. It is not too late to join us.

Register here: https://lnkd.in/em9R_9xN

We thank you for joining our safe space in advance.

A reminder that beginning May 15, we are hosting a free 3-session series: Community in the Time of Conflict, a Zoom-based community gathering space for our colleagues in higher education.

We hope you can join us. Our goal in these sessions is not to teach, debate, or solve anything that is happening in the world (we wish we could!). We just want to acknowledge and help facilitate engagement in real-time between colleagues at different institutions who are knee-deep in conflict, or at the other extreme, sometimes deafening silence.

The sessions will be facilitated, real-time community discussions among higher education colleagues to share experiences, emotions, and best practices. Our Community sessions are not being recorded. Join us on:
- May 15, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Doing the Work While Managing your Own Emotions
- May 29, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Personal Well-Being and Replenishment
- June 11, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning

Join us here: https://hubs.la/Q02x0fYg0

While acknowledging each of us is experiencing the world differently, perhaps some of us are identifying strongly with a political stance or some might be focusing on personal mental health, maybe this is also a moment to get centered.

Let’s take a deep breath and widen our lenses.

In our recent blog, DeEtta Jones shares 5 Non-Optional Practices to ensure your own sense of well-being.

Your Well-Being: 5 Non-Optional Practices While acknowledging each of us is experiencing the world differently, perhaps some of us are identifying strongly with a political stance or some might be focusing on personal mental health, maybe this is also a moment to get centered.  

❗To our Higher Education Colleagues: We are less than 1 week away from the SECOND session in our series, Community in the Time of Conflict. We hope you will join us to discuss Personal Well-Being and Replenishment on May 29, 4-5 pm ET.

Visit our link to register: https://lnkd.in/em9R_9xN

A reminder that beginning May 15, we are hosting a free 3-session series: Community in the Time of Conflict, a Zoom-based community gathering space for our colleagues in higher education.

We hope you can join us. Our goal in these sessions is not to teach, debate, or solve anything that is happening in the world (we wish we could!). We just want to acknowledge and help facilitate engagement in real-time between colleagues at different institutions who are knee-deep in conflict, or at the other extreme, sometimes deafening silence.

The sessions will be facilitated, real-time community discussions among higher education colleagues to share experiences, emotions, and best practices. Our Community sessions are not being recorded. Join us on:
- May 15, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Doing the Work While Managing your Own Emotions
- May 29, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Personal Well-Being and Replenishment
- June 11, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET | Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning

Join us here: https://hubs.la/Q02x0fYg0

❗To our Higher Education Colleagues: We are here.

In a time of great division, uncertainty, fear, and in many cases, deafening silence at work, we recognize the need for our colleagues in higher education to have a space for genuine human connection.

A space to exhale, together.

A space to look ahead, together.

We hope you will join us at our our second session in the Community in the Time of Conflict series on May 29, 2024, 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET. Visit our link to register: https://hubs.la/Q02x-RL_0

On May 15, we were honored to welcome higher education colleagues into a community space for the first of three sessions under the umbrella Community in the Time of Conflict.

The space was structured and included our expert facilitators, but it was mostly about enabling connection among colleagues. DJA facilitators guided the group through emotional reflection, sharing of personal stories and strategies for “doing the work while managing their emotions,” and gave ideas for giving and receiving support from the community.

We are sharing some of the generosity of the space, because we believe that community may be something you are seeking.

When asked, “What brought you here?” we heard things like:

- “Wanting to share ideas with others about best ways to create spaces for connection.”
- “Check in with others on how they are managing during this challenging time.”

When asked, “What has been most helpful during this time?” we heard things like:

- “Share on-call responsibilities with my team so we can individually take the time to rest.”
- “Have weekly unstructured ‘coffee talks’ with my team to keep us connected."

While contributions were confidential, we think it’s really important to share the love and support that was present in this space. Thank you to those of you who are already doing the work and supporting each other. We witnessed firsthand the beautiful, generous, and hopeful energy exchanged through unity.

For those of you who are still looking for community, we are here. If you were not able to attend, please know that you are welcome at one of our upcoming sessions. We would be honored for you, and your positive energy, to join us.

Our next sessions of the Community in a Time of Conflict series are:

- Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 4-5 pm | Focus: Personal Well-Being and Replenishment
- Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 4-5 pm | Focus: Reflecting on Technique and Sharing Learning

We hope you will join us. Follow the link and feel free to invite your friends and colleagues to join us! https://hubs.la/Q02xN8Bn0