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4 Years of Tough Conversations Creating Real Impact
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

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 27, 20244 min read


Why Leaders Should Care How Culture is Formed
Leaders need to know how culture is created and developed. Tradition is an important aspect of culture. But the culture definition isn't...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 21, 20246 min read


How to Handle Difficult Conversations in the Workplace
Difficult conversations often occur in workplaces. Conflicting opinions and disagreements are inevitable, and if employees take these...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 12, 20245 min read


Diversify Your Learning: A New Era of Personal and Professional Growth
As September rolls around, a new school year begins, and it marks the perfect time to begin a fresh journey of personal and professional...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Sep 6, 20247 min read


Tough Convos Celebrates its first Let's Talk Black Business: The Wine Edition
This week we launched our first Let’s Talk Black Business event in an effort to build awareness around August’s Black Business Month, and...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 29, 20247 min read


Winemaking in Black Culture: From Ancient Roots to Modern Triumphs
Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Let’s take a moment to reflect on something truly special — our deep connection to wine. It’s easy to picture vineyards in France or Italy when we think about winemaking, but there’s a rich and often overlooked story of wine within Black culture. This story stretches from ancient Egypt to modern South Africa and even reaches the vineyards owned by Black entrepreneurs across North America. As we celebrate Black Business Month, let’s explore how win

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 22, 20248 min read


Cultural Intelligence (CQ): What Is It and Why Is It Important?
Keep working on these principles to develop your cultural intelligence and connect with sensitivity and confidence on every level.

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 16, 20246 min read


Personifying Cultural Intelligence: 7 Key Traits of Culturally Intelligent People
In today's increasingly globalized world, cultural intelligence (CQ) is more important than ever. It goes beyond simple awareness of...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 9, 20244 min read


Emancipation Day: Lessons from Caribbean Heroes of the Past
Inspiring unity and justice through historical reflection What is Emancipation Day? Why is it important? Emancipation Day marks the...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 2, 20245 min read


Roots & Routes Illustrated: Journey through Black Cultures From Kingston to Khartoum
Welcome to our illustrated Roots and Routes series exploring Black cultures around the world. The series is both a celebration of cultural diversity and a platform to smash the Black monolith stereotype. This illustrated series reflects our aim to foster greater respect for the global Black identity. We do this through challenging misconceptions, promoting inclusivity and inspiring dialogue with easy to understand visual and graphic representation. You’ll discover a treasure

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 26, 20246 min read
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