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…
This series is a mix of the famous shlokas from the Epics and RJ Bandya’s narration of infamous stories. A power-packed journey of tales, so carefully narrated that it is hard to believe that stories like these never really exist.
This series is a mix of the famous shlokas from the Epics and RJ Bandya’s narration of infamous stories. A power-packed journey of tales, so carefully narrated that it is hard to believe that stories like these never really exist.
Gandhari wished for one hundred sons who would be as powerful as her husband. What happened when she didn't have her promise fulfilled? Why does fate lift its ugly head on such a pious woman? RJ Bandya explains this beautiful tale of longing and love.
Yuyutsu in the Hindu epic Mahabharata was a son of Dhritarashtra with Gandhari's maid. He was the paternal half - sibling to Gandhari's children. What made the Pandavas what they were? Listen to the great beginnings of the Mahabharat and fuel your imagination with most unheard stories of the Great Indian epics.…
The sage Mandavya was astonished that such a trivial incident could cost him his life. When Yamaraja tried to reassure him that death was justified, Manduka was further enraged. That is when he cursed Yamaraja to be born on earth as a sudra. The story takes its final leap in the heart wrenching story narrated by RJ Bandya.…
When Gandhari's pregnancy continued for an unusually long period of time, Her mother-in-law Ambika and Ambalika were very upset with her. Pandu and Kunti earlier bore a son whom they named Yudhishthira. So she beat her womb in frustration... What were the repercussions of this, and did it bear fruit? Listen to this wonder of a mother lost in longing.…
Did a crucification of the great sage Mandavya help him break his deep meditation. What is the length a person can go to the keep his oath? Find out in this riveting story in the fabulous voice of RJ Bandya.
A story says that gandhari unable to bear the fact that kunti bore yudhisthir before duryodhana beat her womb with bare hands. An act of jealousy that kunti had the first child. They say that it is this act of jealousy that transferred as a trait to duryodhana. What makes Gandhari the woman that she is? Rj Bandya explains how Gandhari turned bitter.…
All the sages of the world come together to question the great sage in deep meditation. Mandavya Rishi finally breaks his silence and gives a curse. Who is cursed and who is cursed? Do listen to the highly engrossing narration of RJ Bandya.
Yamaraja in Hindu mythology is the God of death who is also considered to have been the first man. Do you know that Yamraj also had to take birth as a human on earth due to the curse of a sage. This story has been described in detail in the Mahabharata, which is as follows. Do listen to the highly engrossing narration of RJ Bandya.…
Indian epic's most complex sibling rivalry story is in its final chapter. What is the final verdict and how does this highly complex story be put to an end? Do listen to the highly engrossing narration of RJ Bandya.
In Hindu mythology, Sharmistha, also known as Sharmista or Sharmishtha, was the daughter of the great Daitya King Vrishparva. She was also a friend of Devayani for whom she later becomes a servant. Find out about this unheard Epical story and be transformed in a story of a strange Friendship
There are stories from the Great Indian Epics that we all have heard throughout our lives. But, have you heard of the Yayati Complex. The Western world exposes us to Oedipus conflict, where Oedipus fulfills the prophecy to fight against his father, in order to gain affection of his mother. Listen to the second part of this complex and the engrossing telling by RJ Bandya.…
In today's Kaliyuga, most of the people of every religion and class consume alcohol, we should not consume alcohol, it causes a lot of harm to us, but in the past, great Guru Shukracharya had declared not to drink alcohol and this It was also said that if any priest consumes alcohol in future, then he will be punished for it. A story of why alcoloholism can bring devastation to lives.…
Even a dead person can be revived with the use of this vidya. It is believed that the demon Guru Shukracharya had Sanjeevani Vidya. Using this, he had given life to all the demons. Garuda Purana also mentions such a mantra by which a dead person can be brought back to life. This back to life story changes how we rethink the status of God versus demons.…
There is a story behind Sanjeevani Vidhya of Shukracharya.It was the need of hour to bring back Devi Lakshmi. Who brought back Lakshmi? This mysterious story has a character that we all see and love, a tortoise. Find out more about this tale of knowledge.
Shakuntala, the adopted daughter of Rishi Kanva and the real daughter of Menaka and Visvamitra, was separated from her husband, King Dushyanta, due to the curse of Rishi Durvasa who was quite infamous for his temper and curses. Listen to this wonderful story of a mesmerizing tale of shakuntala.
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