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…
Esmeralda recalls conversations she had with her friend about his personal brand, starting a business with little to no money, building on free platforms like instagram, small social media strategies, what he can do with no physical location. She talks how she has left small businesses as a customer and for what reasons.
Esmeralda recalls conversations she had with her friend about his personal brand, starting a business with little to no money, building on free platforms like instagram, small social media strategies, what he can do with no physical location. She talks how she has left small businesses as a customer and for what reasons.
A bit more in depth of Esmeralda’s academic and professional career is discussed. She is joined by megan as a guest in this episode. She talks about her start as an entrepreneur in her teenage years to her first professional job at 18 in a business office at a county hospital. There is still more to her career but a longer episodes needed. We hope that you join her on her journey as she grows her businesses; along with reincorporates the podcast to her daily schedule.…
Esmeralda simply gives a hello and small talk while she is out for a walk. Sound may feel different as it was recorded while on a nature walk. She gives updates and lets you know what she has been up to and insight on up coming topics.
Episode 45 Esmeralda on the road discusses issues and trends she has seen when working with individuals as clients or in the work force. She recalls individuals who had issues starting at the bottom as entrepreneurs; when they are already at the bottom. Business tips, dos and don’t and how she was lied to by county individuals when seeking information about a business license. Free talk and raw discussions; as always. She really appreciates your attention and hopes foe a review.…
Esmeralda details a fews tips and things she knew when she started her business in project management and when she converted it into a LLC; Mers consulting.
Esmeralda recorded this episode April 2020 and did not publish it toll today Dec 1 2020. She details what her accident that totaled her Jeep and left her a bit un well. Theres a few side discussions as she shes interesting interactions.
3 Segments* For a second time Carlos B, co host with Esmeralda to speak about his experience in Europe when The boarders started closing due to the pandemic/Covid19. Please note theres 3 segments due to Carlos recording from Costa Rica and Esmeralda in California there was light connection issues so segments were recorded instead of her regular one listen episodes.…
Episode 39 Esmeralda Features Carlos Bolaños (Charly) from Costa Rica. Bio: Costarican plant lover in the first place. Then educator, farmer, entrepeneur and many other tags. Lives to connect people with nature and through tourism he was able to find a way to do what he loves most while preserving wildlife and doing science. Hardwired introvert so he usually takes time to answer emails, calls and messages so please bare with him. His IG: @Ninoplanta They discuss business, career, cultures and a little about the pandemic.…
In this Episode Esmeralda details as a business person and consumer the Do’s and Don’ts that businesses are doing, businesses such as Starbucks, McDonalds, Taco Bell etc.
Esmeralda briefly discusses future episodes, on Covid19, car crash, her future brands, past client stuck in Europe during Pandemic Travel Ban, legal issues shes facing with car accident and other small details.
Ep32 Esmeralda recounts a awful experience she had with a Chinese airlines on a Birthday trip. She recounts things that happened before that and the sad results of this event.
Episode 29 Esmeralda discusses Accounting and Finance involving Starbucks, Tesla, Elon Musk and the Stock Market. It is a simple discussion with information that she has learned over the years in her Academic career and Professional life. She felt a simple conversation would be a good starting point for someone that does not have the Accounting or academic background.…