You know what I don’t do? Indian jokes (and no, I don’t mean the “What did the Indian say …” type). I mean those little shots, the little jab, the little dig, always aimed at someone in your group that just accomplished something. You might know them as “catty” comments or worse, “just the […]
“A seat at the table.” Isn’t that what we are all supposed to want? To be heard, to be listened to, to be respected, but I know full well that being in a seat at the table doesn’t guarantee any of those things. Because you might just be there as a token. So, ask […]
There are many stereotypes out there. Add to that the many “understanding and caring” people that in their gracefulness don’t expect indigenous people to be able to show up on time, don’t expect them to be able to make it to all their meetings or shifts. They get it. Indigenous have a lot going […]
Can I be blunt? Stop with the advice! Here’s a story to explain … Years ago, I worked for a well-established businessman. He was innovative which appealed to my “crazy idea” mentality, so we were a good fit. But it was his reaction to my ideas that solidified the deal for me … Each […]
