C-CRETS

How comfort and certainty holds all of us back.

Is DEI Dead?

Have you encountered an Uncle Tom on the job? While it may be easy to spot an Uncle Tom, it isn’t always easy to discern an Oreo. In today's episode, we'll talk about the Oreo cookie, including how they navigate the workplace and what not to expect from them. Truth is, not everyone will stay on code.

We'll also provide you with the receipts on why it’s important to not be an Oreo and share 3 C-CRETS on how to avoid becoming an Oreo so you can uplift your people in the workplace.

The myth of ‘white disadvantage’ is a dangerous narrative that actually protects the advantages of being white in America.

It serves as an intentional and dangerous push in our country, akin to the narrative of white victimization; and has shown up through banned book campaigns, the recent fight over Congressional districts in Alabama, and the Supreme Court’s decision limiting race as a factor in college admissions.

In today’s episode, we discuss the myth of white disadvantage and how it shows up in the world and the workplace. Then, we’ll provide receipts on why exactly ‘white disadvantage’ is a myth, before closing out with a double dose of C-CRETS on how to personally help dispel the white disadvantage myth, and what companies can do to create more equitable environments in the workplace. Because being on code also means fighting against dangerous narratives.

Do you know your company’s employment policy on grief? Have you ever faced obstacles at work when dealing with personal grief? While new employees focus on benefits such as vacation and sick leave when getting hired, other benefits, such as bereavement leave matter.

In this episode, we discuss grief and the impact it has on black communities, as well as popular grief models and how they show up. Then we provide receipts related to death and grief in the black community and in the workplace, before wrapping up with a double dose of C-CRETS on how to personally respond to loss as it relates to work, and what companies can do to create more humane policies and practices for employees going through grief.

Have you ever encountered a coworker or situation at work that made you second guess yourself? Have you ever felt incompetent in your workplace? Maybe it’s you–or maybe you were actually being gaslighted to feel this way?

In today’s episode, we’ll talk about gaslighting, including what it is, and provide examples of when we’ve experienced it in the workplace. Then, we’ll provide receipts on this form of psychological manipulation and share three C-CRETS on how to respond.

These 4 P’s are held against Black people every day. And we’ve already shared some receipts, but we wanted to bring in an expert to talk about how all of these subjective things are not truly determinate on the quality of your work. Being on code means dismantling these expectations and biases so that we can move forward. We talk with data scientist, Mark Palmer, on the role data and behavioral science can play in leveling the playing field for marginalized communities.

There are 4 P’s of black expectation. The impact of having to live up to these expectations adds another layer of trauma, and puts up barriers that many BIPOC employees must overcome, in order to succeed in their careers. In this episode, we’ll define the 4 P’s of Black expectation, talk about how they have shown up in our own careers, and provide receipts on how they show up in the workplace. And while organizations can do more to get on code and dismantle the harm caused by these expectations on black employees; as an employee, your awareness of these expectations matter. That’s why, we’ll share 3 C-CRETS on how you as an employee can use the 4 P’s to your advantage.

Have you ever been asked to accept a lateral move on the job? Is taking on an interim position always beneficial to your career? There are many circumstances when underrepresented employees believe they’re positioned for career advancement, but they end up getting the okie doke.

Today, we call out the fake allyship and camouflaged sponsorship that occurs in corporate America.

We’ll also provide receipts on when corporate America’s public allyship efforts do not match the results, as well as C-CRETS on how leaders can use their power for good.

Inequitable educational systems led to inequitable generational outcomes for people of color. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Gene Harris as we talk about the public education system and how we can advocate for change. Dr. Harris' career in education included serving as the 19th superintendent of the Columbus City Schools (CCS), Ohio’s largest district, serving more than 51,000 students in 118 schools, and over 7,700 employees.

Listen as she talks about the inspiration of teachers, the challenges in education, finding your voice as a leader, and getting on code. Then, we provide receipts on the disparities in public education.

We also have a double dose of C-CRETS, first on how you can advocate for change in your public school system, and second, on how educational and corporate leaders can use their power and privilege for good in support of public education.