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Neurodevelopmental differences begin in the early developmental period and encompasses a group of complex differences. They include autism and ADHD, communication and learning differences and development motor coordination differences. Each individual unique profile is extremely variable and impacts both positively and negatively. It is always great to hear how people have positively overcome challenges. The list of famous people here outlines how each developed strategies to support their differences. #autism #ADHD #neurodirvergence #mentalhealth

Why so few Black Cowboys in ads? —— With #Pharrell showcasing Western Wear in the latest #louisvuitton collection, all the buzz is about #blackcowboys. In an interview, Pharrell rightly brings attention to the historical fact that the original American Cowboys were people of color— Black Americans and Indigenous people. I have always felt as a #westernphotographer that I had a responsibility to honor this. In this #lifestylecommercial I directed for Boot Barn, from the beginning I knew I wanted to tell a meaningful story that showcased Black Cowboys in the dignified light they deserve. Black Cowboys are crucial to an accurate depiction of Western Lifestyle. It’s important that Western brands & advertisers understand their responsibility to include people of color. And not just when it's in vogue because Louis Vuitton did it. Because it's the right thing to do. Because life is better when we include all our friends. And the world is a better place when all children see themselves positively represented in media. —— Starring Marcus Mitchell & Brandon Alexander Directed by Seth Stern Cinematography by Eric Turcios Creative, Production, and Post by Super Rad Studio #advertising #marketing #digitalmarketing

Are you the red umbrella or one of the black umbrellas? It's tempting to fit in but is it serving us? The answer is that it probably depends upon the situation. This week's blog post highlights my current thinking on this topic. You can read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/exuqUvCr #standingout #fittingin #intentionalleadership

Thank you Scott and Caleb! So many men I’ve worked with (and I’ll include myself here!) received messages around emotions or feelings that said, emotions are - a form of weakness - a female trait and should be avoided - untrustworthy - have no value and should be ignored …on and on Yet, when I had a moment of significant burnout in my life…the biggest contributing factor to my burnout was not life’s circumstances but my inability to feel and process my emotions about and around life circumstances. Emotions are information. Valuable information. Understanding and allowing them made me a better leader, husband, father, and friend. It also helped me navigate challenges in my life that lead to deeper meaning, fulfillment, and insight. When I was ignoring my emotions, everything just showed up as anger. But I didn’t know why I was angry. This was causing problems in my relationships. I was losing motivation in all areas of life. Finding ways to numb because I didn’t have the skills to understand and navigate my internal world, feeling and emotions. I ultimately fell into burnout and it wasn’t pretty. I got the help I needed and emotions were one of the ways I came back to life. If this is you or if you resonate with any of the above, shoot me a message and I’d love to connect and share more journey.

Flags. Since encountering this one at an excellent performance this week flags have been on my mind alot. In part because of my response to being confronted by this prominent one (ambivalent). Flags invariably have a potent symbolism. But what exactly do they symbolise? And to whom? Perhaps pride in a sports team; part of our community or personal identity; a safe haven. Often a rallying point for a cause. They can be perceived in different ways. For many the rainbow ?? flag is benign. A symbol of hope, inclusion and solidarity. For others it provokes hostility, oppression and persecution. National flags have myriad meanings. They may represent power (whether current or historical); unity - perhaps after conflict; values or tenets of a political system. Allegiance to a national flag may be a joyful rite of passage to citizenship; or a coercive tool. Context is key. Understanding symbols and our response to them is a theme that comes up regularly in my coaching practice. What do flags mean to you? What are your cherished symbols?

Two hundred fifty years of slavery. Ninety years of Jim Crow. Sixty years of separate but unequal. Thirty-five years of racist housing policy. Clear and convincing evidence for reparations. Until we reckon with our compounding moral debts, America will never be whole. It belongs to human nature to hate those you have injured. You can’t be trusted to be honest about our history, you also can’t be trusted to make decisions about our future. There can be no justice, unless there were also injustice; no courage, unless there were cowardice; no truth, unless there were falsehood. I am against those who are against the truth. We cannot have equity until we address inequity. It is reparative justice, not charity that is wanting in the world…

We're in the heart of Black History Month. Here's how to have an uncomfortable conversation about race in the workplace: 1. Be brave! ?Show courage and address racial issues proactively, kindly, and courageously. The first step to any problem is to face it. 2. Be thoughtful! Honestly, sincerely, and deeply consider the impact of race on society and individuals. Be comfortable with uncomfortable facts. 3. Be effective! Invite people into your life (long-term, not just for a moment) that aren't like you - they will challenge you to grow in your understanding about race. And know that diverse teams make more effective decisions and solve problems better. These thoughts are taken from Mellody Hobson's excellent TED Talk below. She's one of my leadership heroes: She leads the $15 billion investment firm Ariel Investments and chairs the Starbucks board of directors. Enjoy her talk below! Good night and have a great week!

Thank you Scott and Caleb! So many men I’ve worked with (and I’ll include myself here!) received messages around emotions or feelings that said, emotions are - a form of weakness - a female trait and should be avoided - untrustworthy - have no value and should be ignored …on and on Yet, when I had a moment of significant burnout in my life…the biggest contributing factor to my burnout was not life’s circumstances but my inability to feel and process my emotions about and around life circumstances. Emotions are information. Valuable information. Understanding and allowing them made me a better leader, husband, father, and friend. It also helped me navigate challenges in my life that lead to deeper meaning, fulfillment, and insight. When I was ignoring my emotions, everything just showed up as anger. But I didn’t know why I was angry. This was causing problems in my relationships. I was losing motivation in all areas of life. Finding ways to numb because I didn’t have the skills to understand and navigate my internal world, feeling and emotions. I ultimately fell into burnout and it wasn’t pretty. I got the help I needed and emotions were one of the ways I came back to life. If this is you or if you resonate with any of the above, shoot me a message and I’d love to connect and share more journey.

At the Truist Leadership Institute we dig into #emotions a lot, and there's a solid reason for that. If you’re tuned into your emotions, researxh showa, you’ve got a better shot at managing them. In #leadership, how you handle emotions—especially the heavy ones that can wreck relationships—can make or break you. Recognizing intense emotions, like grief or a deep sense of loss, can be a powerful catalyst. It creates a space where people feel #safe to just acknowledge what’s really going on. It creates #psychologicalsafety . The simple act of recognizing reality can be the very thing that fuels you to #moveforward.

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