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Episode 21: The Invested Employee

In Essence Learning’s June 2022 issue of the Perspective newsletter, our featured article “America Is Now Hiring: What Works In 2022”, starts by stating “In his 2022 State of the Union Address, President Joe Biden declared that “it’s time for Americans to get back to work”.
With a record number of 47.4 million Americans quitting their jobs in 2021 amid the ongoing “Great Resignation,” employers are now flexing their flexibility muscles in order to stay competitive and retain talent. Attempting to dim the bright “Now Hiring” sign, employers are investing more in their employees by offering robust benefits packages, greater signing bonuses, 401(k) matches, and remote work flexibility. Even with these favorable incentives, Fortune Magazine still reports that nearly 50% of small business owners have job openings that can't be filled, and some 93% of those trying to hire report few or no qualified applicants for their open positions. So, what works in 2022?” In this 30-minute learning experience, we will explore various ways leaders are investing in their employees. The panel of HR and recruitment experts will share what qualified employees are pursuing in today’s workforce so organizational leaders can not only attract them but retain them by investing in them properly.
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Episode 20: Women and Minority Leaders

Women currently make up the majority of the workforce at 52%. However, according to McKinsey & Company, for every 100 men promoted to a managerial role, only 85 women advanced to the same position. This gap was even larger for women of color as only 71 Latinas and 50 Black women received a promotion. Consequently, women remain underrepresented at the managerial level holding just 30% of manager positions, while men account for 62%. Join Kanetra Hights as she explores this ongoing gender and racial gap with CEOs Abigal Moore, Ivette Mayo, and Valerie Wilson.
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Episode 19: Building a House for Diversity

Championed as the ‘Father of Diversity’, Dr. R. Roosevelt Thomas, Jr. introduced the world to the Giraffe and Elephant who lived in the same neighborhood. Published over 20 years ago, Thomas’ book, “Building a House for Diversity”, offers strategies for the workforce that remain foundational principles today.
This episode’s round table of leaders includes Dr. Roosevelt Thomas’ daughter and Chief Solutions Officer, April Thomas; Executive Leadership Coach, Ivette Mayo; Human Resources Manager, Trisha Cantu; and Leadership and Success Director, John Jacobs.
Essence Learning’s Phyllis Williams will draw from her extensive DEI experience and invite the podcast guest and listeners to take a closer look inside the house built for diversity and learn from each other’s perspectives.
Giraffe and Elephant Resources:
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Episode 18: Opportunities For Networking

Essence Learning’s, Dr. Jeanie Murphy will be joined at the table by Recruitment Strategist Walter A. Campbell, Recruiting and Training Coordinator Trisha Cantu, and Start Here with Ericka CEO, Ericka Johnson. This episode will help listeners identify networking opportunities that will move them forward in their careers. Guest will also share their perspective as to why networking within your company is key to developing new skills and identifying opportunities for advancement.
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Episode 17 - Boards, Funds, and Fun: Leading a Thriving Nonprofit

Join Essence Learning’s Jeanie Murphy as she discusses leading a thriving nonprofit with Abigail Moore, CEO of San Antonio Council on Alcohol & Drug Awareness (SACADA), and Ivette Mayo, Founder & CEO of Power on Heels Fund, Inc. This episode will highlight the wide range of challenges and rewards within a nonprofit, from balancing Board relationships and obtaining funding to community engagement and fun programming. Listeners will not only gain valuable tips on leading a thriving nonprofit but, also discover ways to better support them.   
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Episode 16: Allyship in the Workplace

Certified Professional Coach, J. Camille Hambey and HR Professional Wendy Ables join Essence Learning’s Kanetra Hights for a conversation on Allyship in the Workplace. Kiki, Camille, and Wendy will give their perspective as to why allyship matters and its benefits in the workplace. Additionally, the episode will highlight strategies for creating a work culture of allyship, while offering leaders steps to being an ally, no matter where they are on the advocacy journey.
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Episode 15: Goal Setting with Intentionality

In this episode, corporate Leader, Kanetra Hights sits with Start with Ericka CEO, Ericka Johnson and Essence Learning’s, Dr. Jeanie Murphy to discuss leading with intentional goals and plans. This episode will leave listeners with tips and strategies to develop an intentional action plan to reach both personal and professional goals, no matter what stage the leader is on the corporate ladder.
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Episode 14: Leaders In Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Join Essence Learning’s Kanetra Hights as she gains the perspectives of leaders in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Essence Learning CEO, Valerie Wilson; Leadership and Success Director, John Jacobs; Chief Solutions Officer and DEI Expert, April Thomas; and Recruitment and DEI Strategist, Walter A. Campbell.
During this 30-minute episode, listeners will gain direct insight into the leader’s experience in the workplace from the panelist's perspective. Listeners will hear the complexities, encounters, and issues that shape how leaders experience the workplace and learn how organizations can better support a diverse workforce.
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