Episode Description:
In this episode, hosts David DeVaughn and Trenia Parham dive into the complexities of managing Black staff within nonprofits. They discuss the unique challenges and strategies for creating supportive, equitable work environments. Drawing from personal experiences and professional insights, they explore how to foster a positive, empowering atmosphere for Black employees and tackle the difficult conversations around managing underperformance as a Black leader and leadership dynamics.
In This Episode:
- 00:01 - Introduction by Trenia Parham and David DeVaughn
- 00:38 - David shares about StrivEquity Consulting LLC and their free eBook "17 Insights to Leading More Equitably."
- 01:50 - Initial thoughts on managing Black staff
- 03:34 - Creating a comfortable atmosphere for Black employees
- 06:12 - Experiences with Black staff and leadership dynamics
- 11:15 - Managing Black staff differently and setting expectations
- 19:53 - Addressing underperformance among Black employees
- 25:51 - Emotional burden and support for Black staff in social justice work
- 32:06 - Negative experiences with Black leaders and managers
- 39:54 - Reflecting on positive support and growth opportunities
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