Performance, Transformed
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In the intricate tapestry of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), there's a concept that's gaining significant traction for its transformative potential: Conscious Inclusion. This blog includes 4 Tips for Implementing Conscious Inclusion in Your Organization.
Read MoreElevate your workplace inclusivity with these vital tips for HR and executive leaders. Explore strategies to empower LGBTQ+ employees, from cultivating an inclusive culture to offering comprehensive benefits and supporting employee resource groups. Drive innovation and success through diversity and inclusion. Start your journey now.
Read MoreDiscover the ultimate guide to celebrating National Coming Out Day at work with authenticity! Learn seven expert tips to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone can shine. Explore the transformative power of embracing authenticity today!
Read MoreI was a keynote speaker at the 2021 New England B Corp Leadership Conference on the topic of “The Next Frontier of B Corp Business: Signs of a New Economy: LGBTQ+ Inclusion.” In this keynote workshop, I shared about gender orientation, pronouns, current challenges at work for LGBTQ+ employees, and ways to make the workplace more inclusive and LGBTQ+ friendly.
Read MoreI frequently speak about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB), in addition to LGBTQ+ specific topics at conferences, workshops, and Employee Resource Groups. This blog includes a short video and tips to outsmart inclusivity bias.
My professional speaking work continues to grow, and the demand to provide different topics have emerged. I have noticed that many clients begin the discovery conversation focused on having me provide LGBTQ+ speaking topics for their programs to support their employee resource groups (ERGs) or Business Resource Groups (BRGs). As the conversation evolves, it's become more common for clients to want to expand to a broader focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), in general.
Read MoreIn 2021, Sarah Scala Consulting came out as an LGBTQ+ business. Although I have been out to friends and family for a number of years, many people in the business world did not know that I am a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
Read MoreThere are many ways to build a culture of safety for LGBTQ+ and diverse employees. Although pride month is over, remember that LQBTQ+ employees are members of the LGBTQ+ community 365 days per year!
Read MoreThis summer I had the wonderful opportunity to speak at many Pride events! Some of these were for corporate LGBTQ+ employee resource groups (ERGs) and others were at Regional conferences. I had the honor of working with Medline Industries, Ocean Spray, and the New England BCORP leadership conference. Participants included members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. Here are a few of the questions that I was asked during the speaking events.
Read MoreHow is LGBTQ+ Executive / Leadership Coaching different? I thought you may be wondering, and I want to clear up any possible questions you or your organization many have.
Read MoreAs LGBTQ+ people, we need Grit to sustain our focus on our long term dreams and goals - both at work and at home. From coming out, again and again and again, to advocating for equal rights, belonging, inclusion, and equality, I feel like our work is never over. We also need to have long term Grit to be top performers at our jobs. Businesses need many more LGBTQ+ leaders on their Boards and C-Suites to more accurately reflect our presence in the larger population.
Read MoreWith both the pandemic and political unrest, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and Non-Binary people are seeking ways to endure and succeed in the world. LGBTQ+ people face constant change that can be unsettling. For a number of years, I have been teaching and speaking about positive psychology - specifically Optimism, Resilience, and Grit.
Read MoreResilience has become a hot topic recently, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. LGBTQ+ people face constant change that can be unsettling. Years ago, I read the book Flourish by Dr. Martin Seligman (University of Pennsylvania). Known as the founder of Positive Psychology, Seligman’s research explains the importance of resilience. Unlike IQ, resilience is a skill that can be taught and developed. Seligman’s work produced a model for building resilience called PERMA.
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