Yetta Toliver, DBA, LSSBB

How do you maximize your network to accomplish your goals? This years cohort for the PAALDF was posed this same question in a recent virtual session. The Urban League of Philadelphia appreciates the active and engaged network and community we are building on and offline. It is because of our network that we can continue to accomplish the good work we do each day as an organization. So how do you maximize your network to accomplish your goals? Thanks TriZen, LLC for facilitating this Leadership Forum and such a powerful session! #AfricanAmericanLeadership #BlackLeaders #NonProfitLeaders #Networking #PhillyLeaders

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Transformative Executive Coaching for African American Women Executives. I get the honor and pleasure to work with GREAT leaders and organizations to educate and coach to improve their leadership effectiveness. I do this through executive coaching, organizational consulting, and developmental training through our signature identity centered leadership development framework. “What I love most about Identity Dynamics is the idea that everything I do and how I show up in this world is merely an extension of who I already am and who God created me to be. Leadership from the inside out is revolutionary. My connection with Dr. Stephanie has challenged me to think more introspectively about my personal, professional and business development. I was forced to confront how my inward insecurities impacted my outward level of success. I'm looking forward to continuous growth in all areas. I know it will not come easy, but I trust that Dr. Stephanie will certainly push me there.” Thank you Dr. Dr. Cerrissa Hugie for the opportunity. If you are ready for individual or organizational development, let’s talk. #identity #identitydesign #organizationalleadership #leadership #leader #leadershipdevelopment

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This article from Black Enterprise Magazine came at the right time! As the former Executive Director and now CEO of End Rape On Campus (EROC), I've had the privilege of working with various leadership coaches. Today, my needs as a leader have evolved, and I'm at a critical juncture in my journey of rebuilding EROC and honoring its legacy. Before any executive leadership coaches reach out to me, please note: I’ll reach out as I do my preliminary research. I know what I want and need, and I’m intentional about finding the right fit. Here’s a snippet of what I’m looking for: - A Black Executive Leadership Coach: My career journey has been shaped by having had at least 12 white supervisors, 95% of whom were women-identified. Only one has consistently supported and mentored me, exemplifying true allyship. I seek a Black Executive Leadership Coach who understands the challenges I’ve faced and has successfully navigated similar experiences. Their insights on how they found their strength, will, and motivation will be invaluable as I chart my path forward. - Coaching Style: I need a coach with an authentic, supportive, and direct approach. Someone who isn’t afraid to ask tough questions, respectfully challenge me, and guide me towards an authentic and appropriate direction. - Current Goal: My vision is ambitious: to lead EROC through a $1 Million+ transformation. I need a coach who can help translate my ideas and drafts into a strategic and realistic pathway. I aim to ensure EROC’s sustainability and empower future staff to carry forward its mission with drive and motivation. - Investment: While I deeply desire to invest in myself or have my organization support me, it’s not feasible at this moment. However, this is a need I am committed to fulfilling. QUESTION: I'm curious to learn from YOU, reader, who have had/currently have an executive leadership coach, what you have found to be rewarding in your journey? Thank you for your attention to my post and support as I embark on this exciting chapter. Sheena Collier | Enna Jimenez | Sabrina Saunders Mosby | Sabrina Hersi Issa | Diane Randolph Jones, MS, MFA | Fakisha Fabre | Bentina Terry | Sharisse Kimbro | Tiffany Dufu | Lynn Perry Wooten | Kimberly Bryant

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STOP!! Mental health is a real thing. It kills Americans daily. Struggling with mental health is no different than struggling with cancer or another terminal illness. Let’s focus on the desire to make MENTAL HEALING a priority. As I once heard it said …. Is not the brain connected to the rest of the body? Let’s not vilify those that need support. Side note; did you know that clinical psychologists and mental health and behavioral therapists ALSO go to therapy. The weight of the world, the weight of your job, and the weight of your LIFE does not have to be your burden. Here are some resources if you need them SANARE TODAY, LLC and Maternal wellness. Link 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 #takecareofyourlife #takeverygoodcare

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This year, the theme for Women’s History Month is “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI).” Learn more about #EDI from APU's Dr. Aikyna Finch: https://ow.ly/85VB30sEFnc #APUinsight #WHM2024

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124th National Black Business Conference Returns to Atlanta “We Are Together” Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the World Conference of Mayors. The National Alliance for Black Business (2022), co-founded by The National Business League ® (1900), National Black Chamber of Commerce ® (1993), and The World Conference of Mayors ® (1984), is thrilled to cohost the NBL’s 124th National Black Business Conference ®. Set to take place from August 21-24, 2024, at the Hilton Atlanta in downtown Atlanta, GA, this highly anticipated event coincides with Atlanta Black Business Weekend ™, promising an exhilarating gathering of the nation’s foremost Black business leaders and community luminaries.   Building upon the success of last year's conference, which commemorated the 30th Anniversary of the National Black Chamber of Commerce founded in 1993 and drew over 1,900 attendees, this year's event holds special significance as it celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the World Conference of Mayors. Established in 1984, The World Conference of Mayors serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Black Mayoral leadership and economic empowerment within Black communities worldwide. This year marks a significant milestone, as it pays homage to 50 years since the Southern Conference of Black Mayors held its inaugural National Conference at the Hilton Atlanta Hotel. Notably, Daniel "Chappy" James, the first four-star Black general in the Air Force and a Tuskegee airman, served as keynote speaker, setting the stage for the remarkable journey of Black elected leadership in the years to come. The conference agenda will spotlight the profound impact of Black mayors in fostering entrepreneurship, economic development, and community growth, echoing the visionary principles championed by Booker T. Washington. In 1881, Lewis Adams (Town) and Booker T. Washington (Gown) joined forces to establish Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, now known as Tuskegee University, in Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. This institution was surrounded by a historic Black settlement, conceived by Dr. Washington, which, though never formally incorporated, was assigned its own zip code: 36088. This collaboration between "Town" and "Gown" laid the groundwork for further partnerships in central Alabama.   Anticipated to attract hundreds of Black-owned businesses, professionals, and elected officials from around the globe, the conference will serve as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge-sharing, and forging strategic partnerships with city, state, national, federal, and global resources, and leadership. The event is hosted by local, Black-led business institutions, including the Atlanta Business League, Greater Georgia Black Chamber of Commerce, and the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council. Join us as we celebrate the vibrant spirit of Black entrepreneurship at the 124th National Black Business Conference in Atlanta! Register Today: https://lnkd.in/eE5Did8a

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This information is essential for our young Black kings. @Black Equality Coalition, we intentionally focus on mentoring and coaching in the elementary sector to take preventative measures that will ensure their success through middle and high school. #education #leadership #youthspeaker #teambuilding #mentoring #youthcoach #Community #schools #federalwayschools #Organizations

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As we commemorate Juneteenth, we celebrate the resilience, strength, and enduring spirit of the Black community. On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, finally received word of their freedom, marking a monumental step towards justice and equality in the United States. However, it’s crucial to remember that this joyous news came more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. This delay underscores the long road toward true freedom and the systemic negligence that has often hindered progress. Today, Juneteenth serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of timely justice and the ongoing fight against racial inequality. It’s a day to honor the past, recognize the present, and commit to a future where freedom and equity are genuinely realized for all. Let’s use this day to not only celebrate but also to reflect on our collective responsibility to advocate for change and support the Black community in meaningful ways. Happy Juneteenth! #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #BlackHistory #Equality #Inclusion #peoplematter #InspireInclusion

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Celebrating National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month This July, PCMA honors #NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth, a vital time to recognize and address the unique mental health challenges faced by BIPOC communities. Behavior analysis can play a significant role in creating environments that better support mental health needs. By applying evidence-based strategies, we can: 🔹 Foster Positive Environments: Use reinforcement techniques to encourage supportive behaviors within communities. 🔹 Identify Barriers: Pinpoint specific issues affecting mental health and design interventions to overcome them. 🔹 Promote Inclusivity: Ensure that mental health services and support systems are culturally relevant and accessible. Let’s leverage the science of human behavior to build a more inclusive and supportive world for everyone. 💪❤️ [Sponsored by the Professional Crisis Management Association] #MentalHealthMatters #BehaviorAnalysis #BIPOCMentalHealth #InclusiveCare #CommunitySupport #PCMA

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Black men, we don't have any other option than to keep feeding the dreams and aspirations we have, knowing the impact is beyond self. Feeding our dreams and aspirations is not just a personal pursuit; it's a collective imperative. By nurturing our own ambitions, we pave the way for the realization of broader societal change and progress. Each dream fulfilled, each aspiration pursued, contributes to a ripple effect of empowerment and inspiration that extends far beyond ourselves, touching the lives of those around us and future generations to come. Moreover, as Black men, our dreams carry the weight of historical struggle and resilience. By feeding our aspirations and refusing to be deterred by obstacles, we honor the legacies of those who came before us and paved the way for a brighter future. Our dreams are not just individual desires but manifestations of collective hope and determination, driving us to overcome adversity and create a world where all Black men can thrive and succeed. ______________ Visit my website: https://richardacross.com Check out my books and journals + more! ______________ POSITIVELY SHAPING THE FUTURE™ #1millionblackmalestudents #motivation #inspiration #education #mentoring #HBCUsMatter #LeadingWithIntegrity #TheBlackMaleImpact #Blackexcellence #ChallengeCharacterAssasination #PersonalDevelopment #Perspective #Psychology #leadingchange #CulturalTransformation #Knowledge #MillionaireMindset #BlackBoys #changethenarrative #EmotionalIntelligence #PositiveImpact #Book2024 #DrRichardACross #PositiveInfluence #BestVersionOfYourself

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Sound advice on elevating your voice.

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