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…
Episode 4 features the host Phillip Lanos interviewing Jobeth Fink, Ajax Union's Creative Director and her approach to developing a strong and authentic Brand. Also, Jobeth Fink reveals why it's valuable to ask your own team what they believe your company Brand is -- Listen to find out! Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.
Episode 4 features the host Phillip Lanos interviewing Jobeth Fink, Ajax Union's Creative Director and her approach to developing a strong and authentic Brand. Also, Jobeth Fink reveals why it's valuable to ask your own team what they believe your company Brand is -- Listen to find out! Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.
Episode 5 features the host Phillip Lanos interviewing Elisa Franco, Ajax Union's Content Strategist. Elisa shares her thoughts on how Social Media has evolved to date and why it evolved in this way. Also, we discuss why any plan suggesting 5 easy steps to thousands of followers is not only a bad idea for you, but a bad idea for any business social media account that wants to see results. The results lie in the philosophy behind your strategy. Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.…
Episode 4 features the host Phillip Lanos interviewing Jobeth Fink, Ajax Union's Creative Director and her approach to developing a strong and authentic Brand. Also, Jobeth Fink reveals why it's valuable to ask your own team what they believe your company Brand is -- Listen to find out! Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.…
Episode 3 features the host Phillip Lanos interviewing Adam Haddad one of Ajax Union's Marketing Strategists and his approach to B2B Lead Gen. Also, Adam Haddad reveals when it's better to find leads the old fashioned way via networking and when it's time to call in technology and a team of experts. Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.…
Episode 2 features the host Phillip Lanos interviewing one of Ajax Union's Marketing Strategists and his approach to PPC. Also, Mike Mahler reveals when it's better to hire an agency to do it for you and when it's better to do it yourself. Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.…
Episode 1 features the CEO of Ajax Union and his approach to Business Growth. Also, Joe Apfelbaum reveals what indicators he looks for when taking on new clients. Ajax Union is a full service digital marketing agency based in Brooklyn, New York. Visit http://www.AjaxUnion.com/ or call us today at 800-594-0444.…
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