In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…
I sat down with my friend Christopher who did a PhD and briefly taught at University of Toronto after travelling abroad. Now a short film maker, teacher, connoisseur (of sorts), and all around great guy. On the topic of what it means to live "serendipitously". A Millenials dilemma to Buy a house or travel the world? Artistic pursuits or save for your 401k.
I sat down with my friend Christopher who did a PhD and briefly taught at University of Toronto after travelling abroad. Now a short film maker, teacher, connoisseur (of sorts), and all around great guy. On the topic of what it means to live "serendipitously". A Millenials dilemma to Buy a house or travel the world? Artistic pursuits or save for your 401k.
End of Season 1. A bit on Elon Musk, our limbic system's needs, the nature of long distance relationships and a romantic story through my experience while travelling Vietnam last Dec. Will be back from hiatus.
On the topic of Home workouts, Shooting with the Nelms Brothers on the movie Fatman, the state of my mental health, a recent heartbreak and taking advantage of financial markets during this period.
Yellow vests protests. Project Umbrella. I talk about dealing with my anxiety and my past experience with existentialism. gen.lib.rus.ec/ <--- Library genesis.
gen.lib.rus.ec/ <--- The link to free books on PDF as promised on the podcast. I talk about addiction, porn, gambling, the opioid crisis and some of Dr. Babor Mate's work in B.C. Dragon Ball Super opening weekend.
Easing back into society after the holidays. I do a movie breakdown on Ken park, a controversial film I saw at 14 which stuck with me to this day. *Movie Spoiler Alert* *NSFW*
I talk Dungeons & Dragons. Harmonquest. Refugees. Europe. Experiencing culture shock in rural China. Differentiating HK along with Mandarin and Cantonese speakers. Merry Christmas!
For my like minded friends. Political correctness, word censorship. I break down the lyrics for baby it's cold outside Etc etc and etc. Explicit material. NSFW.
L..I.G. is back is back for season 2. There will be a new host of selected guests with new and old topics alike. Good banter, existentialism, nihilism, dark humour, strong metaphors and the like. Accompanied by 90's skate thrash. This is Life in General.
A prepped monologue (3 min). A preview of Season 2. Life in General. Politics. Political correctness. Accompanied by the usual skate thrash, punk music.
I recover from surgery. On the topic of using opiates for pain. Getting back on track with dieting. The coconut oil study. A bit on bodybuilding. Documentary on steroids. Ben Johnson case re-opened.
I fly back to Canada. How I got the tip of my ring finger re attached. What happened during my stay. The Commonwealth countries, their health care system and the remainder of my trip in London. American Animals.
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