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…
In this episode or more like rant, I check in and talk my terrible NCAA picks, Duke’s loss to Michigan state and with his high expectations crashing down, is Coach K overrated?
In this episode or more like rant, I check in and talk my terrible NCAA picks, Duke’s loss to Michigan state and with his high expectations crashing down, is Coach K overrated?
UNCG and ETSU will form a tag team alliance to beat those pansies from South Carolina whos fans are the weakest, soft as charmin, pieces of shit in the SOCON.. Go back to the weaker Carolina with 2 Ls ya fucks
Yeah that’s right I left the u lowercase.. looking forward to a great game.. my prediction sure to go wrong.. and guess what, Wofford can fuck off still!
This is a short episode with my verbal rants about the Wofford game and what’s appropriate on twitter(everything). And it’s ok to swear, we’re adults..
Kyle is the Greatest basketball player in UNCG history. He’s arguably the greatest American male to play in EuroLeague history after his 4th title this past season with CSKA Moscow. Enjoy our conversation on all things hoops to culture shock being in the south and overseas. Hope you enjoy!
I rant about the coaching carousel in college basketball, Twitter users saying that CBS is anti-religion, and my finals pick for Texas Tech versus Virginia. ENJOY
In this episode or more like rant, I check in and talk my terrible NCAA picks, Duke’s loss to Michigan state and with his high expectations crashing down, is Coach K overrated?
Brant and I discuss the NCAA tournament game life on the road as a journalist, and “amateurism “ in college basketball. Great writer and just a fun guy to hang and talk hoops, and life!