C-CRETS

C-CRETS

By Keith Powell & Ricky RobinsonBusinessEducationSelf-ImprovementCareers
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C-CRETS episodes

  • Kanye, Oy Vey: Anti-Semitism in the Workplace
    In today’s episode, we’ll talk about anti-Semitic dialogue, and our experience with anti-Semitism and how it shows up in the workplace. We’ll also provide you with receipts on the impact of anti-Semitism and C-CRETS on how to combat it as an individual and as an organization.
    50 min
  • Future-Ready Leadership: A Conversation with Maureen Metcalf
    What’s the difference between managing and leading people at work? In today’s episode we’ll talk about this with Maureen Metcalf, founder and CEO of the Innovative Leadership Institute, and a highly sought-after expert in anticipating and leveraging future business trends. Maureen is also the host of the Innovating Leadership: Co-Creating Our Future podcast, where we were past guests. Listen as she shares her story and career journey, before we delve into what future-ready leadership looks like, provide receipts on the importance of leadership, and share how to be a future-ready leader in today’s dynamic work environment.
    55 min
  • The Smartest Person in the Room?
    In today’s episode, we’ll share some of our workplace stories with the ‘smartest’ person in the room. Then, we’ll provide receipts on identifying know-it-all behavior in the workplace, before sharing helpful strategies, C-CRETS, on how to deal with the smartest person in the room.
    38 min
  • Why HBCUs Matter to Black Lives: A Conversation with Stillman College EVP, Dr. Derrick Gilmore
    Executive Vice President at Stillman College Dr. Derrick Gilmore joins us in the C-CRETS chair today. Dr.Gilmore is driven by his mission to be an advocate for increasing the capacities of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) to support the development and preparation of socially conscious leaders. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about what HBCUs have to offer and why they’re important for developing black leaders. Then, we’ll provide some insightful receipts on HBCUs and C-CRETS on applying or supporting a HBCU. In addition, we’ll share C-CRETS on how corporate America can better support HBCUs.
    1 hr 5 min
  • Ain’t a Damn Thing Changed: Hispanic Progress in Corporate America
    National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. But are we celebrating new successes and accomplishments for Hispanic employees in the workplace compared to this time last year?
    In today’s episode, we’ll re-visit the dilemmas faced by Hispanic employees in the
    workplace, talk about steps for meaningful progress to be made, and share what corporations could do to make their workplaces more inclusive for Hispanic employees.
    44 min
  • Black Trailblazer in American Business: A Conversation with Carlton Guthrie
    How do you become a trailblazer? Why should you pivot when you meet up on a glass cliff opportunity? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Carlton L. Guthrie, Co-Chairman and President of Detroit Chassis LLC and its parent company SPECTRA LLC. Listen as Carlton delves into what it was like as a first-generation, black corporate leader and his decision to venture out on his own. He also talks about what to look for when choosing an organization, packaging lessons learnt, developing a contingency plan, and expanding your skillsets. Then, we’ll provide receipts on black corporate trailblazers, and C-CRETS from Carlton on how to believe in yourself and follow your passion.
    55 min
  • All Hail to the Queen?
    Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral was watched around the world. In today’s episode, we’ll dissect the paradox and complexity of her reign. We’ll also look at the experiences of black and brown people in Britain and the U.S, before providing receipts on the issues marginalized employees in Britain face in the workplace. Then, we’ll cap the episode with a double dose of C-CRETS on how to stand up to oppression in the workplace, and what King Charles can do to make life better for black and brown people in the Commonwealth.
    43 min
  • Creating the Next Generation of Black Leaders: A Conversation with Interim NBMBAA CEO, Shawn Graham
    Have you been thinking about getting your Master of Business Administration (MBA)? What are some of the benefits of obtaining an MBA. We’re joined by Interim Chief Executive Officer of the National Black MBA Association, Shawn Graham, who brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership in her 30 years of experience leading global and national corporations in various industries. In today’s episode we’ll talk about the current MBA landscape and what this means for underrepresented employees. In addition, we’ll provide receipts on the current MBA pipeline and C-CRETS on the advantages of pursuing an MBA; before sharing how companies can build and expand their efforts to develop and recruit underrepresented employees.
    50 min
  • Social Justice in the Workplace: A Conversation with Todd Belcore
    In today’s episode, award-winning lawyer, Todd Belcore, joins the C-CRETS village to talk about social justice. Todd serves as the Executive Director and co-founder of Social Change, a national nonprofit committed to liberation and amplifying community voices through storytelling, organizing and direct action. Social Change believes that one's zip code should not be a determinant of your future.
    Listen as Todd shares what inspired him to start Social Change and do this important work. You’ll also learn how embracing social causes can influence change, how to engage in social change, and how companies can create more equitable workplaces for their employees.
    1 hr 1 min

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Hosts, Ricky Robinson & Keith Powell, share their 20-year adventures and pitfalls climbing the career ladder and offer advise (“C-Crets”) on avoiding the traps and thriving.