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Leading in Color is a podcast about cultivating intentional, positive workplace experiences and environments. From recruiting and hiring, to training and development, to coaching and discipline, to policy and strategy, to trends and hot topics. Leading in Color tackles each area thru a lens of diversity, equity, fairness and inclusion. Leading in Color also highlights the unique challenges and cutting-edge creativity of leading with social consciousness in the corporate world. Join our host, Sarah Morgan, as she navigates these conversations in solo and guest interview episodes to provide practical advice and simple action steps for success.

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February 26, 2025Episode 674 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: Only 1424 Days To Go (Leading In Color - S4, Ep67)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with a powerful message on resilience and endurance titled "Only 1424 Days To Go." With 1424 days left until the current occupant is set to leave the White House (barring an early removal), Sarah reminds listeners that, while the road ahead seems long, we have survived before – and we will survive again. She shares a four-part strategy for making it through the next four years with strength and purpose Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 24, 2025Episode 6611 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: White Privilege STILL So Fragile (Leading In Color - S4, Ep66)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with an unfiltered discussion on "White Privilege STILL So Fragile." Sarah breaks down the ongoing weaponization of white privilege fragility, explaining how it continues to show up in workplaces, politics, education, and daily life. She highlights the dangerous intersection of white privilege fragility with oligarchy, supremacy, and fascism, emphasizing that the next four years of this U.S. administration will likely intensify these issues. She also shares a strategic guide for self-protection. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 21, 2025Episode 658 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: Trusting News Sources (Leading In Color - S4, Ep64)

This episode is a must-listen for those looking to navigate today's complex media landscape with clarity and confidence. In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with a critical discussion on "Trusting News Sources." With growing censorship, misinformation, and biased reporting, Sarah emphasizes the importance of evaluating news sources with discernment. She shares four key questions to help listeners determine whether a source is credible Sarah also discusses how overexposure to negative news can impact mental health, stressing the need for intentional media consumption. She encourages listeners to seek reliable, fact-based journalism while protecting their well-being from media-induced stress and fear. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter. Visit BuzzARooneyLLC for Sarah's list of news sources to follow as mentioned in the episode.

February 19, 2025Episode 6410 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: Online Activism vs Moving In Silence (Leading In Color - S4, Ep64)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with a timely discussion on "Online Activism vs Moving in Silence." Sarah explores the importance of strategy in activism, recognizing that while speaking out can be powerful, some moments call for discretion. She shares five key questions to help listeners determine when to be vocal online and when to act behind the scenes. Sarah also reminds listeners that activism has real consequences, from job risks to personal safety, and that moving in silence is sometimes the best way to build power, knowledge, and community before taking action. This episode challenges listeners to reflect on their role in the movement and make intentional choices about how and when to engage. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 17, 2025Episode 6313 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: The War on DEI (Leading In Color - S4, Ep63)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with one of the most difficult topics of the series: "The War on DEI." As a long-time advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Sarah reflects on the dismantling of DEI efforts in workplaces, politics, and society. She discusses the harmful narratives framing DEI as a divisive or undeserved initiative, the economic and career consequences for Black and marginalized professionals, and the systemic rollback of rights that were once considered protected. Despite the challenges, Sarah reminds listeners that this fight is far from over. The push against DEI is a reaction to progress, not the end of it. She calls for resilience, strategy, and collective action to hold the line against discrimination, continue advocating for workplace equity, and expose those attempting to erase hard-fought gains. This episode is a rallying cry for accountability, activism, and resistance in the face of oppression. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 14, 2025Episode 6213 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: Keep Black Love Alive (Leading In Color - S4, Ep62)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with a heartfelt discussion on "Keep Black Love Alive." As a self-proclaimed romantic, Sarah celebrates the beauty and power of love in all its forms—romantic, platonic, and professional—while emphasizing the revolutionary nature of Black love. She highlights the importance of brotherhood and sisterhood among Black people, stressing that solidarity and support. Sarah shares 5 practical ways Black professionals can show up for each other as a call to action to put aside petty differences, uplift one another. Because Black love, support, and unity are the foundation for survival and success. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 12, 2025Episode 612 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: That Which Needs Protecting (Leading In Color - S4, Ep61)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan keeps it short and powerful with a message about "That Which Needs Protecting." She reminds listeners that in this season, the most important things to safeguard are peace, plans, paper (finances), and people. With everything happening in the world, Sarah emphasizes that prioritizing mental well-being, securing financial stability, protecting personal goals, and uplifting community is more important than ever. Sometimes, the simplest advice is the most impactful—if you know, you know. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 10, 2025Episode 6013 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025: The 92% vs Everybody (Leading In Color - S4, Ep60

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with a powerful discussion on "The 92% vs Everybody." The title refers to the 92% of Black women who voted for Kamala Harris, demonstrating once again their unwavering commitment to democracy and progress. Sarah explores the relentless scrutiny and challenges Black women face in every aspect of life—whether in politics, the workplace, or everyday interactions. She breaks down the shifting goalposts that Black women must navigate to prove their qualifications and excellence, only to be met with hostility and dismissal. She also examines the way society continues to expect Black women to lead, fix, and save—despite rarely receiving the same support in return. This episode is a celebration of Black women's resilience, intelligence, and impact, and a call to action for them to prioritize their own well-being. Sarah reminds listeners that Black women owe nothing to anyone but themselves. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 7, 2025Episode 5912 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025 - Recognizing OpporCOONities (Leading In Color - S4, Ep58)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with an eye-opening discussion on "Recognizing OpporCOONities." Building on a concept she first explored in 2018, Sarah revisits the idea of how individuals can be lured into compromising situations under the guise of opportunity. She breaks down the history of the term "coon" and how it has evolved into an insult used within Black communities. The episode explores the dangerous allure of "opporcoonities"—opportunities that, on the surface, appear beneficial but ultimately serve to uphold harmful power structures. Sarah offers 5 key questions to help listeners assess whether an opportunity is genuine or just an opporcoonity disguised as progress. By recognizing when they are being used for performative diversity or empty gestures, listeners can make better decisions about where to invest their time and energy. Follow Leading in Color on Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn, and don't forget to leave a 5-star review. Join the conversation using #BlackBlogsMatter.

February 5, 2025Episode 5810 min

#BlackBlogsMatter 2025 - A Whole 3-Headed Monster (Leading In Color - S4, Ep58)

In this episode of Leading in Color, host Sarah Morgan continues the BlackBlogsMatter / BlackPodsMatter challenge with a deep dive into "A Whole 3-Headed Monster." Inspired by a conversation about the current political climate, Sarah identifies a new and aggressive force threatening progress—one that goes beyond the entrenched systems of supremacy, patriarchy, and capitalism. This new monster, fueled by supremacy, fascism, and oligarchy, is operating without restraint, undoing hard-fought advancements with relentless speed. Unlike the traditional systemic forces that have long shaped society, this emerging threat is active, aggressive, and intent on immediate destruction. Sarah emphasizes that fighting this battle requires a different approach—one that combines historical resistance tactics with modern urgency. Listeners are encouraged to engage with Leading in Color on Instagram and LinkedIn, follow #BlackBlogsMatter / #BlackPodsMatter, and leave a 5-star review for Leading In Color on their preferred podcast platform.