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Eddy Paul Thomas
Nov 20, 20243 min read
It's Time to Remember Your Why
Your "why" is deeply personal yet profoundly universal. It’s that inner fire that propels you to rise in the morning, even when life...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Oct 24, 20244 min read
Empathy and Justice in AI
In a recent episode of the podcast The Unbroken Place with Eddy Paul Thomas, Christian Ortiz, the developer of Justice AI, shared his ...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Sep 16, 20244 min read
The Raise Fade: Why Pay Increases Aren’t Enough to Keep Today’s Talent
In today’s competitive and often unpredictable job market, organizations constantly seek ways to retain talent. While salary increases...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Apr 8, 20242 min read
The Future of Work: How Conscious Leaders Are Shaping Tomorrow's Businesses
In the modern market, the convergence of conscious leadership and empathy is not just a trend but a strategic imperative for companies...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Mar 12, 20243 min read
Cultivating Empathy in the Eye of the Storm: Strategies for Supportive Workplaces
Maintaining empathy in stressful workplace situations is crucial for fostering a positive and supportive environment, especially in...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Feb 20, 20243 min read
The Unseen Path to Connection: A Journey to Empathy
In a world increasingly driven by digital interactions, the essence of human connection begins to fade, replaced by a landscape dominated...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jan 3, 20243 min read
The DEIB Inflection Point: Insights into Executive Turnovers and Business Imperatives
In 2023, the journey of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) highlighted both significant progress and ongoing challenges.
Eddy Paul Thomas
Dec 4, 20232 min read
The Cost of Homogeneity: Why Diversity Matters for the Bottom Line
Incorporating diverse voices into an organization's decision-making processes is not just a matter of social responsibility or ethical...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Nov 20, 20233 min read
Preserving Mental Health Amidst Racism: Empowerment Amidst Prejudice
Recently, I had the honor of being a guest on the Dig New Streams Podcast with Dave Capozzi , where I discussed some of the powerful...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Nov 6, 20233 min read
Cultivating Compassion in Crisis: Sustaining a Healthy Work Environment Amidst Global Tensions
In work environments intermittently eclipsed by the shadow of humanitarian crises, such as the ongoing conflicts in the Democratic...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Oct 2, 20232 min read
Hiring Practices and the Black Woman: Addressing Disparities in the US Workplace
Hiring Practices and the Black Woman: Addressing Disparities in the US Workplace
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jul 10, 20233 min read
Beyond the Illusion of Colorblindness
The concept of a "color blind" society, on the surface, appears to be an attractive solution to the challenges of racial injustice.
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jul 2, 20233 min read
Beyond Affirmative Action: Addressing Inequality in a Post-Ruling Landscape
Affirmative Action, a policy designed to address racial and gender inequalities in American society, was first introduced by President...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 25, 20233 min read
6 Proactive Strategies for Fostering Workplace Equity
Diversity and inclusion have long been established as not only morally right but also beneficial to business. A diverse workforce fosters...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 19, 20233 min read
7 Ways to Foster a Conscious Workplace, Celebrate History, and Empower Allies
Juneteenth , a portmanteau of June and nineteenth, is a pivotal moment in American history, marking the day in 1865 when many of the last...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jun 6, 20232 min read
The Profound Intersections of Empathy, Sympathy, and Race: Unraveling the Human Connection
In the fabric of human society, the threads of empathy, sympathy, and race are woven together to create a complex, vibrant tapestry....
Eddy Paul Thomas
May 22, 20233 min read
7 Ways to Reduce Confirmation Bias
Confirmation bias is a common cognitive tendency that can significantly influence our perceptions, judgments, and decision-making processes.
Eddy Paul Thomas
Sep 30, 20223 min read
Woke Culture?
Let's have a deeper discussion about Woke Culture. Short...but deep.
Eddy Paul Thomas
Apr 20, 20212 min read
Peeking Through the Blindfold
This might be the first time that I have made the conscious effort to step away from the news and drama of a racially charged trial in...
Eddy Paul Thomas
Jan 2, 20217 min read
A Brief Look Back at 2020, Race, and the Church
2020 was the year that…well…hmmm. Let me start over. 2020 was a year of levels. Discovery, panic, prayer, trust, devastation…even hope....
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