As we enter a new season, we at Tough Convos are taking this time to reflect on the fruits of our labor - and we want to thank you. Since 2020, we’ve been committed to creating inclusive cultures, amplifying underrepresented voices, and empowering leaders. 4 years later, we’re proud to celebrate the milestones we’ve achieved and, more importantly, the community we’ve built together. We value your opinion so make sure you check out the questions below. And... we're super excit

Difficult conversations often occur in workplaces. Conflicting opinions and disagreements are inevitable, and if employees take these...

Image by pch.vector on Freepik Difficult conversations are some of the most stressful challenges in any workplace. These discussions can be even more difficult to navigate in diverse workplaces, since people with more privilege need to learn to be considerate of racial and gender elements. Table of Contents: What Stops Us From Having Difficult Conversations? Consequences of Avoiding Difficult Conversations Essential Steps for Having Difficult Conversations 1. Control Your Emo

It can be easy to forget that our words and actions can significantly impact other people. In some cases, what may seem like a harmless...

Photo by Ketut Subiyanto: https://www.pexels.com/photo/cheerful-black-man-spending-day-outdoors-on-quay-4560069/ How does someone focus their energy on what they want in life, as opposed to all the barriers one might face? What actions truly help align one's mindset with the outcomes they are working towards? Some cultures have practiced mantras — a sound, word or expression believed to have a spiritual power — from time immemorial. Now, mantras are known to be something one

Today is my late pops birthday. The weeks leading up to it had me thinking about Black men in our society and what his life was like simply because he was a Black man. Sadly, the stereotypes that plagued my dad’s generation are still prevalent, with some added twists brought on by our celebrity-worshiping culture. I'd like to talk about misunderstood Black men and what we need as a society to let them be their true selves without limit. Table of Contents: Celebrating My Dad's

When it comes to difficult conversations , it can be easy to avoid them and put them off. No one likes to feel uncomfortable. However, in order to grow — whether in a professional, cultural awareness , or personal sense — getting uncomfortable is the true marker of growth and elevating your current understanding. The key to tackling challenging conversations is the ability to shift from "I need to explain myself" to "I need to listen and learn more about what's going on." Tab

People from all walks of life, all types of industries, and diverse career goals want to achieve their personal potential in whatever...