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Welcome to 2025
Happy New Year! As we kick off 2025, the air is thick with uncertainty, and for many, apprehension. Following the recent election, we’re...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Jan 31 min read


Presence is a Gift
The beautiful thing about any partnership is that it’s a reciprocal gift. When we give it fully, authentically, and intentionally, it...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Dec 28, 20242 min read


Partnerships With Purpose
During this time of reflection toward the end of the year, I am reminded of my partnerships with colleagues and friends in the field who...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Dec 21, 20241 min read


Valuing the Gift of Perspective
Imagine a project team where a Gen Z new hire teams up with a baby boomer executive; this blend of digital fluency with deep experience...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Dec 14, 20241 min read


The Gift of Diverse Partnerships
As we look at the landscape post-election, it’s clear that regardless of who won, the work ahead calls us to come together. Our political...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Dec 7, 20241 min read


Practicing an Attitude of Gratitude
This month I am so grateful to have had as my guests on Real Conversations from the C-Suite, Jason Eisner and Neil Pretty, co-founders of...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Nov 30, 20241 min read


Disagreeing Without Being Disagreeable
Insights about creating the right environment for people to experiment, fail forward, and ultimately succeed by fostering psychological...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Nov 23, 20241 min read


Creating a Safe Space to Share
By focusing on psychological safety, we can create an environment where it’s safe for everyone to speak their truth, but also safe for us...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Nov 16, 20241 min read


Dinner Table Conversations
Now, I know for many people, Thanksgiving also brings with it the dreaded dinner table conversations, especially in the wake of...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Nov 9, 20241 min read


Thankful for Safety & Well-Being
As we gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving later this month, it's always a great time to reflect on what we are grateful for. Now,...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Nov 1, 20241 min read


Reframing the Discussion
Before jumping into a heated conversation, consider reframing the discussion. When it comes to DEI topics, for example, instead of...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Oct 25, 20241 min read


Managing Intent & Impact
Even with the best intentions, it’s easy to misalign your message’s intent and its impact. Timing, tone, and setting are critical factors...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Oct 18, 20241 min read


Delivering a Message That Is Received
You might have all the facts and arguments ready, but if the person you’re speaking with isn’t in a place to hear it, the conversation...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Oct 11, 20241 min read


Avoiding Volatility by Valuing the Relationship
When discussing hot topics like politics, DEI, or other sensitive issues, it’s essential to start by asking yourself: Is this...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Oct 4, 20241 min read


Justice as an Ongoing Commitment
Laboring for justice is a long-term commitment that requires continuous effort and reflection. Just as workers have fought for fair...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Sep 27, 20241 min read


Overcoming Fatigue in the Fight for Justice
Laboring for justice can be exhausting, especially when the work feels endless. But love for justice helps sustain us through the...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Sep 20, 20241 min read


Love as the Catalyst for Change
Love is the driving force behind true justice. It compels us to take meaningful actions that create real change, especially in our...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Sep 13, 20241 min read


The Foundation of Laboring for Justice
Labor Day represents more than just a celebration of workers’ rights—it symbolizes the ongoing fight for fairness and equity. Laboring...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Sep 6, 20241 min read


Navigating Culture, Complexity, and Change
The negative impacts of diversity washing extend beyond internal company culture. Externally, it tarnishes brand reputation, leads to...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Aug 30, 20241 min read


Bumps in the Road on the Journey of Belonging
Part of the journey of belonging must include considering what the corporate “why not” might be that inhibits pursuing DEI that continues...

Anita Polite-Wilson, Ph.D.
Aug 23, 20241 min read
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