ShiftED Consulting

At ShiftED Consulting, we couldn’t agree more: Everyone deserves a coach. And for women of color, coaching isn’t just a perk—it’s a transformative tool for navigating and thriving in workplaces that often weren’t designed with us in mind. Women of color face unique and layered challenges in the workplace, from systemic inequities to cultural misunderstandings. Sponsored coaching offers the space, guidance, and tools to: - Advocate for yourself authentically and effectively. - Navigate complex power dynamics. - Build strategies for growth and leadership in environments where barriers persist. Rachel Vicente, cpc’s offer reminds us of the immense value coaching can provide, and as a certified coach myself, I’ve had the privilege of seeing coaching empower women of color to step into their leadership, build confidence, and create real impact. Coaching isn’t just about achieving professional goals—it’s about building resilience, fostering community, and ensuring women of color can thrive as their whole selves. To organizations: Investing in coaching for women of color isn’t just about retention—it’s about transformation. When you support your team through coaching, you’re creating a workplace where equity, growth, and belonging are truly possible. Let’s continue to ensure every woman of color gets the support she deserves to rise, lead, and shine. #ShiftEDConsulting #CoachingMatters #WomenOfColorLeadership #ExecutiveCoaching #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceEquity #ThrivingLeadership

"In case of cabin pressure loss, put your mask on first before assisting others." We’ve all heard this instruction countless times on planes. It’s a simple safety rule, but for years, it didn’t make sense to me. How could I not put my mom’s mask on first when she’s terrified of flying? How could I ignore my sister’s anxiety or my brother’s inattention? My mind ran through every scenario where putting myself first felt selfish and wrong. I chalked it up to "American individualism"—a cultural quirk that didn’t resonate with my values. But in reality, my resistance stemmed from something deeper: the weight of being an eldest daughter of color. Growing up, I was conditioned to think about everyone else first. My needs were secondary, if they even made the list at all. Think about it: How often were you told to “look out for your siblings”? How often was the focus truly on YOU, not you and your siblings? How often did you sacrifice your wants because their needs took precedence? This socialization teaches us that putting ourselves first is selfish. But it’s not. It’s harmful. It spreads us thin. It convinces us we don’t deserve help. It leads to burnout, anxiety, and health issues. Here’s the truth: You don’t have to keep living like this. In fact, you shouldn't it's robbing you of your joy and freedom. Imagine a life where: - You put yourself first without guilt. - You rediscover who you are outside of serving others. - You finally become the center of your own story. I want to help you get there. Join our funder Vanity Jenkins TODAY at 1 PM EST for my free webinar: From Perfect to Peace: An Eldest Daughter’s Guide to Letting Go. Inside this session, you’ll: - Learn practical techniques to break free from perfectionism. - Build tools for managing family dynamics with grace. - Connect with a community of women of color who get it. Learning how to stop juggling everyone's needs healed me from burnout. It opened me up to a new world where I learned how to prioritize myself so that I can live with ease, joy, and clarity. I want to help you get there too! On the other side, you can breathe easier. You can reclaim your time. You can live authentically and fully. Register now! Can’t make it live? No worries—sign up and get the recording. https://lnkd.in/giSdwRbu This is your moment. Will you take it? ??

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Last year, we partnered with a nonprofit on the verge of abandoning its DEI efforts. Despite implementing mandatory anti-bias training with a previous consultant, their internal culture remained stagnant, and inequities persisted after three years. Through a comprehensive equity audit and a tailored strategic planning process, we pinpointed the gaps and paved the way for genuine transformation. Our professional development programs for staff and group coaching for the leadership team redefined their approach to inclusivity. The key takeaway? Anti-bias training alone isn't enough. Real change requires understanding how structures, systems, and individual biases perpetuate inequities. At ShiftED, we craft equitable systems and processes that uplift those historically excluded and marginalized. Ready to transform your organization? Partner with ShiftED and move beyond training to achieve true equity. #shiftedconsuting?#readytoshift?#maketheshift?#DEIprofessional?#DEIconsultant?#womanownedbusiness?#blackwomanownedbusiness

We are excited to announce our Cohort 7 Alumnae: Brianna Allen, Brooke Bosley, Ph.D., Carolina Williams, Chandani Wiersba, Christen Westbury, Danica Liriano Cunningham, Keri West, and Zuri Hunter-Riley! For the last six weeks, these 8 ladies have begun to define what authenticity means to them personally and professionally in community with one another. Rachel Vicente, cpc and I are grateful for them to now join our nearly 70 alumnae across 8 cohorts and to be a part of our upcoming alumnae retreat. If you are interested in learning more about Authentically Me or bringing this experience to your organization, reach out to us!

In recent years, the gentle parenting movement has gained significant momentum. Parents are increasingly recognizing that violence does not help children change behavior; instead, it fosters fear and resentment. Gentle parenting emphasizes empathy, understanding, and non-violent communication to nurture children's development. This approach is proving far more effective in raising compassionate, resilient individuals. On Memorial Day I’m thinking about the need to apply this thinking to governance. A gentle governing approach that prioritizes peace over war, dialogue over destruction, and humanity over hostility is crucial. Governments that lead with empathy, justice, and a commitment to non-violence can truly make the world a better place. War has never and will never solve problems. Instead, it leaves a path of death, destruction, trauma, and shattered lives. Today, I think about my Uncle Bruce, whom I never got to meet because he died in Vietnam. His death was completely preventable had the United States chosen to mind its business. This lesson continues to fall on deaf ears as brutal, vicious wars erupt across the world, many of which have been instigated or funded by the United States of America. There’s also a complexity as a Black person in this country having numerous family memeber serve in the military and experience racism there and in every aspect of their lives. Memorial Day began in 1865 by freed Black folx in Charleston, SC and again, I honor them while questioning the motives and trail of destruction left by the American war machine. I honor and miss my uncle, a young man who should never have had to participate in war. I also honor those who have been slaughtered around the world by the United States’ war machine. I’m thinking about the completely preventable loss of life happening in Palestine, Sudan, The Congo, Haiti, Syria, and New Caledonia. I think about the families broken and the sick twisted idea that violence will create peace. On this Memorial Day, let us reflect on the devastating impact of war and commit to advocating for a future where empathy, diplomacy, and peace prevail over violence and conflict. As we honor those who have fallen, let’s also commit to building a future where fewer lives are lost to the scourge of war. By promoting peace and gentleness in our policies and actions, we can create a legacy of hope and healing for generations to come.