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International Men’s Day — Your Chance to Support Men to Lead at Work and Home
Happy International Men’s Day! Every November 19th is the chance to celebrate the positive value men bring to the world. As a woman,...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Nov 19, 20245 min read


The Importance of Networking in Modern Leadership
To be an effective leader in the modern world, you need to focus on human connections. From colleagues and competitors to friends and followers, other people are a huge source of influence and inspiration. When you put yourself in the right places at the right times, you can build meaningful relationships and unlock new professional opportunities. There are a plethora of scenarios, both in the business world and socially, where networking opportunities present themselves. Lea

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Nov 8, 20244 min read


What’s at Stake: The Leadership We Need and the Global Impact of the US Election
What makes a good leader in 2024? What are the key leadership qualities politicians must have? These are broader questions we must ask...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Nov 1, 20247 min read


A Lesson in Veteran Values: Sacrifice, Resilience and Freedom
On Veterans Day, we come together to honor the brave individuals who have served our nation. Their stories are a testament to courage,...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Nov 8, 20235 min read


How to Turn Gratitude Into High Performance Results
Gratitude is a transformative force that can make a significant impact in leadership, the workplace, and high-performance contexts....

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 28, 20234 min read


Why Is It So Hard to Do the Right Thing?
Image by John Popham from Medium There is a real lack of integrity in some workplaces. Examples may include consistently late employees,...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 1, 20224 min read


How to Apply Mantras in Your Life and Change Stereotypes
No matter how much people deny it, most do judge a book by its cover. And this fact has never rung truer than in the case of Black men....

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 5, 20224 min read


Where Are The Black Men In Leadership Roles?
Although diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, has grown to be a multibillion-dollar industry, there is little proof that corporate...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 18, 20223 min read


Why Leaders Need to Better Understand Their Multicultural Teams
Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko: https://www.pexels.com/photo/coworkers-in-a-conference-room-having-a-meeting-5439481/ Plenty of data says...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 13, 20225 min read


Why Inclusive Leaders Need a DEI Strategic Plan
Royalty-Free Photo by fauxels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-people-near-wooden-table-3184418/ Inclusive leadership means...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Apr 28, 20224 min read


Why Is Female Leadership Important?
In our continuing series on female empowerment during the month of March, we’re going to go further with our discussion about women in...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Mar 31, 20226 min read


What is Female Leadership?
Former US President Barack Obama once said, “I’m absolutely confident that for two years if every nation on earth was run by women, you...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Mar 24, 20226 min read


Where Does Inclusive Leadership and Female Leadership Intersect?
I like to talk about unpopular opinions. After all, my brand is called Tough Convos for a reason. Not because I welcome antagonism, but...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Mar 4, 20223 min read


Black Revolutionaries and the Diaspora Experience
We can’t talk about Black History Month, which we celebrate every February to recognize the achievements and contributions of African...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Feb 16, 20224 min read


Diversity and Inclusion Training Part 2: Best Practices to Attract and Retain Talent
Diversity and inclusion training is more than ticking a box for mandatory workplace requirements once a year or even a genuine way to...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Feb 9, 20224 min read


Jesus the Man: What Makes a Great Leader?
When discussing monumental leaders who have walked the Earth, Jesus the man -- pressed by adversity and the highs of being mortal --...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 23, 20214 min read


The Divide and Conquer Approach Doesn’t Work When Building a Positive Team Culture
As we celebrate Remembrance Day in Canada on November 11th, it’s worth thinking about this holiday’s roots. The day was designed to...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Nov 11, 20215 min read


What Can We Learn From Nelson Mandela’s Approach to Leadership?
Nelson Mandela is undoubtedly one of the greatest and most influential Black leaders the world has ever known. His legacy and the way he...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 15, 20214 min read


Why Culture and Gender Diversity Make For Better Leadership
The time is now. Breaking down the barriers for minorities, women of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and other marginalized groups is a...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Apr 22, 20213 min read
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