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FIVE STRATEGIES FOR ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGES OF BEING A MANAGER OF COLOR

Learn essential management strategies to succeed as a manager of color, including setting objectives, understanding organizational culture, and addressing common challenges such as bias and microaggressions. Develop a values-driven approach, build allies, and engage in self-care for success in the workplace.

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FIVE STRATEGIES FOR ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGES OF BEING A MANAGER OF COLOR

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  1. FIVE STRATEGIES FOR ADDRESSING THE CHALLENGES OF BEING A MANAGER OF COLOR Leading to Win in Your Workplace Panelists: Rahwa Ghebre-Ab, Esq., SVP-Lionsgate Entertainment Valerie Kennedy, Esq., Special Counsel, Cravath

  2. Understanding the Landscape The Primary Goals of Management “Leadership is the art and science of getting things done through people.” Establish Department or Team Objectives Level Set Expectations in Terms of What Success Looks Like and Key Performance Indicators Relevant to Your Team Monitor Progress, Strategy, Value-Creation for Clients, Overall Team Effectiveness

  3. Management 101 Essentials Who Makes Things Happen? • Know Your Organization’s Culture and Decision-making Framework • Identify Key InfluentialsWhat Traits or Practices are Valued? • How Are Decisions Made and What Processes Are Involved? • Be Aligned With Company’s Priorities and Chief Goals • Plan Your Work, Have a Roadmap with Key Milestones • Be Alert to Team Morale and Communications Cadence • Invest in Professional Growth and Team Cohesion

  4. Management Core Competencies

  5. Tools to Strengthen Your Toolkit • Understanding Organizational Finance Issues and Business Strategy • Strong grasp of Crisis Management and Data Privacy Protocols, as well as D&I and Risk Management Best Practices • Work plan development templates • Time management apps and hacks • Artificial Intelligence and Software That Can Manage Work Goals

  6. Yet, You Can still Face Difficulties As a Manager In Spite of Skill and Preparation!

  7. Common Challenges Faced by Managers of Color • Unconscious Bias/Double Standards for Performance • Microaggressions from Peers and Direct Reports • Managing Team Members of Color • Marginalization or Exclusion within Key Communication Loops • Compensation and Decision-making Equity • Access to “ Old Boy and Old Girl” Networks

  8. HOW TO WIN DEVELOP A VALUES-DRIVEN AND OBJECTIVES-FOCUSED MANAGEMENT STYLE IDENTIFY A THOUGHT PARTNER AND MENTOR FOR ADVICE AND COUNSEL BUILD YOUR COMPANY BRAND AND ALLIES TALK WITH YOUR HR AND DIVERSITY TEAMS ABOUT CONSTRUCTIVE WAYS TO ADDRESS BIAS THROUGH TRAINING AND ENGAGEMENT ASK TO BE INCLUDED AND VALUED DOCUMENT SUCCESSES AND BREAKTHROUGHS

  9. Important Steps Forward Recognize and Have a Plan of Attack for Stumbling Blocks /Protect Your Flank Have a Work Plan or Strategic Plan That Connects the Dots for Team Members and Leadership Execute Key Deliverables Develop Next Gen Skills Spend Time Listening to Direct Reports and Peers Engage in Self-Care

  10. Resources The Art of Management-Peter Drucker The Next IQ- The Next Intelligence for 21st Century Leaders- Dr. Arin Reeves The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table- Minda Hart Outliers- Malcolm Gladwell Expect to Win- Carla Harris Success Principles- Jack Canfield Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit

  11. THANKYOU! Phone Email

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