Inclusion Unscripted

E46: ERASING US - From the Margins to Mainstream War on Inclusion

Beyond the Margins: Resisting the Deliberate Erasure of DEI and Inclusion
In a world where the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are under siege, it's crucial to illuminate the deliberate efforts to stifle these essential values. So brace yourself for an empowering and unfiltered conversation as our fearless host, Margaret Spence, takes center stage to confront the all-out war on DEI, immigrants, women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Prepare to be inspired as Margaret fearlessly tackles the challenges faced by communities living in this war zone, exposing the insidious tactics employed to erode the progress we have fought so hard to achieve. Through engaging discussions and insightful stories of resilience, this episode will bring to light the harsh realities faced by individuals and groups affected by deliberate attempts to erase their presence and experiences.
Join us for this pivotal episode of "Inclusion Unscripted," where we rally against the forces that seek to sideline DEI and inclusion. Together, we will ignite a movement for change, champion inclusivity, and propel these essential values from the fringes to the very heart of mainstream dialogue.
Tune in live on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube Podcast, and remember to catch the episode on your favorite podcast app afterward. This is an unmissable conversation that has the power to shape perspectives, inspire action, and create a more inclusive world for all.
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Sponsored by The Inclusion Learning Lab - https://inclusionlearninglab.com
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E45: Talent Acquisition Under the Microscope

Are you confident that your hiring process is inclusive and accessible to diverse candidates? Have you considered how candidates from diverse backgrounds perceive your hiring process?
Join host Margaret Spence on this week's episode of Inclusion Unscripted as she discusses the DEI divide in talent acquisition with Melissa Dobbins, founder of Career.Place. In this thought-provoking episode, Margaret and Melissa delve into the challenges of sourcing and hiring diverse candidates and explore the blindspots and gaps in talent acquisition processes. Discover why talent acquisition often fails to address DEI and learn what you can do to bridge the DEI divide. Don't miss this insightful conversation on Inclusion Unscripted with Margaret Spence, live at 2 pm EST today on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.
Melissa Dobbins is many things; entrepreneur, engineer, analyst, product strategist, mother, Star Wars enthusiast, leader, avid writer, USC Trojan, wife, science fiction fan, speaker, artist, etc. While she has many facets, none can define her. Just like everyone else, Melissa is more than a description on a piece of paper. She founded Career. Place because she believes everyone deserves to be evaluated for their true potential, not by the biases triggered by a few words.
Career.Place’s mission is to remove bias and increase the equity, inclusion, and efficiency of hiring and beyond. Career.Place is also an anonymous candidate screening platform that helps organizations hire more effectively without bias.
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, Founder of The Inclusion Learning Lab, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live or on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. 
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E44: Ageism Is Real: The Power Voices of Women Over 40

Ageism is a real issue that affects many women, especially those over 40. Yet, despite the tremendous wisdom and experience that comes with age, society often fails to recognize women's value and contributions as they age. 
Whether it's in the workplace, media representation, or other aspects of daily life, ageism can make it challenging for women over 40 to find their voice and be heard. 
In this episode of Inclusion Unscripted, host Margaret Spence tackles this important topic head-on and is joined by Alicia Dara, Editor and Chief of Women Cake Magazine. Together, they delve into the essential dynamics for women over 40 and explore how we can elevate women's voices and combat ageism. Don't miss this powerful conversation on ageism and women over 40.
Women Cake Magazine is a magazine and podcast featuring essays, interviews, articles, roundups, visual art, and poetry by women over 40.
Alicia Dara is a nationally recognized speech and presentation coach based in Seattle. She has helped thousands of people, including CEOs, Global VPs, Executive Directors, and political candidates break through blocks, find their Power Voice, and put it to work. Her signature method is Power Voice for Career Women, which helps women strengthen their voices, clarify their messaging, and push back against workplace sexism.
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live or on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. 
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E43: The Facade of Empowering Women (of Color)

On today's episode of Inclusion Unscripted, we explore the meaning of empowerment in the talent development process and ask the question: Do women of color need organizations to empower them?
Host, Margaret Spence, unpacks the construct of empowering women of color within an organizational hierarchy. Margaret challenges the traditional definition of empowerment, which implies granting power and delegating authority to managers over a woman's future. Instead, she argues that true empowerment involves giving women the ability to access organizational development resources without gatekeepers. 
Join us for this thought-provoking conversation on empowerment, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace. Tune in to Inclusion Unscripted Friday at 2 pm EST, Live on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube.
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We aim to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. 
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E42: What Will You Regret? Breaking Free From Self-doubt

We all have moments where we wonder if we've made the right decision or if we're on the right path. But what happens when those moments turn into regrets? For example, have you ever wondered what you'll regret if you don't act now? On this episode of Inclusion Unscripted, host Margaret Spence tackles this critical question. We're exploring the theme of regret and how it relates to our sense of purpose. Join us as we delve into breaking free from self-doubt and discover how to live a life without regrets. 
Tune in to Inclusion Unscripted Friday at 2 pm EST. Join host Margaret Spence, Live on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube for this insightful discussion on breaking free from self-doubt. 
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We aim to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live or on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. Inclusion Unscripted with Host Margaret Spence. Sponsored by The Inclusion Learning Lab - https://inclusionlearninglab.comIntro Music Credit (Canva Pro) The Winner by Tape Machine Epidemic Sound

E41: Elevating Black Women’s Voices: We Must Be Clear About What We Want Next

We'll Ask Black Women, What Do You Want Next? 
As Black women, we face unique challenges in the workplace, and it's essential to have a clear vision of what we want next in our careers. In this episode, we'll dive into the importance of having a career plan and being intentional about our goals. We'll also discuss strategies for advocating for ourselves, seeking growth opportunities, and pivoting when necessary to align with our changing interests and aspirations.
This is a conversation you will want to attend! Please join our live episode of Inclusion Unscripted with host Margaret Spence on Friday at 2 pm EST - Remember to bring your questions and insights.
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We aim to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live or on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. 
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Let's come together to empower and uplift Black women in the workplace. See you there!

E40: The Mythical Career Ladder for Black Women

We will explore the systemic erasure of Black women at work. Despite their significant contributions to the workforce and following the yellow brick road for advancement, the career ladder is stalled.
In this episode of Inclusion Unscripted, host Margaret Spence will discuss the state of Black Women's Careers and the unique and complex challenges that hinder their career advancement. From racial and gender-based discrimination to unequal pay and lack of representation, Black women often face a workplace environment that excludes and undervalues them. We delve into these issues and discuss what individuals and organizations can do to create a more equitable and inclusive workplace for Black women. 
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our goal is to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and to inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live, or find us on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. Inclusion Unscripted with Host Margaret Spence. Sponsored by The Inclusion Learning Lab - https://inclusionlearninglab.comIntro Music Credit (Canva Pro) The Winner by Tape Machine Epidemic Sound

E39: Can We Stop Pretending?

In a soul-searching conversation with one of my fellow DEI Consultants, she asked the critical question that I immediately wrote down – Can We Stop Pretending? Can we stop pretending that you care about DEI? Can we stop pretending that if we follow the rules, we'll get promoted? Can we stop pretending that you want inclusive hiring practices? Can we stop pretending that you want to hire diverse people? Can we stop pretending that inclusion includes everyone? Lord, can we stop pretending that you want anything Black after Black History Month ends? Breathe!
In this episode of Inclusion Unscripted, Margaret Spence, will unpack the pretenders and ask, when can we all stop pretending that you truly want any of this DEI stuff? So we can have a level-set discussion about the future. Of course, it's hard as a person of color not to call out the pretenders – but to maintain our sanity, we have to say, I think you're pretending to want DEI. 
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our goal is to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and to inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live, or find us on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. 
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E38: Allyship Needs Less Lip Service and More Action

If you're an ally, it's easy to say you believe in Diversity - But Allies Cannot Believe that Diversity Is Enough! Unfortunately, most allies commit to DEI verbally but not substantively, so how do we move beyond DEI is essential to having partners that build equity and inclusion. 
In this episode of Inclusion Unscripted, Margaret Spence will discuss how allies show up in the DEI conversation and why we need less lip service and more awareness from our supporters. Allies must translate awareness into action that produces results. 
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our goal is to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and to inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live or on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. Inclusion Unscripted with Host Margaret Spence. Sponsored by The Inclusion Learning Lab - https://inclusionlearninglab.comIntro Music Credit (Canva Pro) The Winner by Tape Machine Epidemic Sound

E37: The Fight for Diversity Intensifies, Who Still Has Our Back?

The fight for diversity and inclusion intensifies, and the silence is deafening. All the beautiful "inclusive statements" have dried up, and the propensity to push back against the erosion of inclusion is lost in the shuffle. The courage to say your actions against diversity aren't right is lost in the zeal to return to normal. What is normal if diversity and inclusion initiatives are being eroded before our eyes? 
In this episode of Season 3 of Inclusion Unscripted, Margaret Spence will discuss the war on diversity and supporters' silence. Then, we ask the question, who still has our back? Honestly, I don't think anyone does. We will talk through recent layoffs, the canceling and acquiescing of Black History education, and the open war on inclusion - to what end? 
Inclusion Unscripted, where we're not just talking about diversity and inclusion, we're living it. The Inclusion Unscripted Live Weekly Podcast, hosted by Margaret Spence, is unapologetically honest about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our goal is to empower diverse listeners to ask for what they want and to inspire organizations to co-create more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Tune in every week for a new episode. Inclusion Unscripted is a live-streamed broadcast every Friday at 2 pm EST on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Join us live, or find us on iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasts app. 
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