S2EP4: The Microaggressions Series - Part 1

In this 3 part series:

Kristi & Tanqueray explore the pervasive issue of microaggressions in the workplace, featuring candid discussions with leaders from diverse backgrounds. Guests shared personal experiences, such as subtle slights, mispronounced names, and inappropriate comments, highlighting the cumulative harm these behaviors inflict on marginalized individuals and organizational culture. The conversation emphasized the importance of awareness, allyship, and accountability in addressing microaggressions while empowering listeners to document their experiences, advocate for change, and foster inclusive environments. 

Key Takeaways:

"Microaggressions are like paper cuts—they build up and exhaust you, even if they seem small at the moment." -Brae Richardson

"Microaggressions may seem subtle, but they assault your identity and undermine your sense of belonging." -Tanqueray Edwards

" Empathy and execution can coexist—this shouldn’t still be something we have to explain in 2025." - Kristi Straw

Contact your hosts:

Kristi Straw - https://lighthouseleadershipconsultants.com

Tanqueray Edwards - https://www.tredwardsconsultancy.com/contact

Microaggressions Series Guests:

Brae Richardson - Brand & Creative Lead, Brae Richardson, LLC
Sunny Myers - Senior Global Leader/DEIB
Dr. Zaibis Muñoz-Isme - Architect of Inclusive Leadership