In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
After a brief hiatus, the Jon and Sam return to soak up every morsel of information from two new episodes: The Cop Car & The Grande Apologano. Here's to as many more podcast lessons are there are podcasts in the cloud!
After a brief hiatus, the Jon and Sam return to soak up every morsel of information from two new episodes: The Cop Car & The Grande Apologano. Here's to as many more podcast lessons are there are podcasts in the cloud!
After a brief hiatus, the Jon and Sam return to soak up every morsel of information from two new episodes: The Cop Car & The Grande Apologano. Here's to as many more podcast lessons are there are podcasts in the cloud!
It's a gruesome twosome as we dive into two episodes that did not teach us much as podcasters, but completely transformed us as individuals. Also you get some insight into our financials.
Jon and Sam continue their podcasting odyssey, with Alex as their North Star and with a healthy fear of podcast sirens that may leave them shipwrecked on the shore (I'm referring here to the Ukranian quiz app PizzQuiz).
We begin our long voyage into the world of podcasting, with Alex as our guiding light. Hopefully we won't run ashore (fail to start a podcast). One big lesson from the premiere episode? Two words. Sound effects.
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