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BreakthroughADR @BreakthroughADR

Everyday conflict resolution solutions for everyday people.

Joined March 2019
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Honored and grateful to be included in Penguin Random House Speakers Bureau’s list of powerful speakers for Black History Month! This month is a time to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and shape the future—and I’m excited to be in conversation with audiences about...
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✊🏾💜 Tarana Burke started a movement that changed the world! As the founder of the #MeToo movement, she has been a tireless advocate for survivors of sexual violence, creating a global conversation about healing, justice, and empowerment. 🌍💬 For decades, Tarana has worked ...
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Stopped into Oblong Books in Millerton and spotted Negotiating While Black on the shelf! Of course, I had to sign a few copies. There’s something special about seeing your book in an independent bookstore—where stories, ideas, and conversations thrive. If you’re in the area, ...
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💡🚀 Lonnie Johnson is the genius behind one of the most iconic toys ever—the Super Soaker! But did you know he’s also an engineer, inventor, and NASA scientist? 🔬✨ With over 100 patents, Lonnie’s innovations go far beyond water blasters—he’s developed cutting-edge technolo...
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In our multifaceted, multicultural world, the one-size-fits-all approach taught in most negotiation guides isn't effective and disregards how much bias lies behind every negotiation. So how do we ensure we get what we want when bias may be involved? What can we do to get the o...
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📖✨ Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. is uncovering history, one story at a time! As a renowned historian, author, and host of Finding Your Roots, he’s helping people discover their ancestry and reshaping how we understand Black history. 🧬📚 From documenting the African American ex...
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🌟 We’re sending out a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has embraced *Negotiating While Black*! Your insightful reviews fuel our passion and commitment. If you haven’t snagged your copy yet, now's the perfect time to visit your local bookstore and join the conversation! 📘...
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✨💜 Tai Beauchamp (@taibeau) is redefining beauty, wellness, and empowerment! As the co-founder of Brown Girl Jane, she’s leading a movement that prioritizes self-care, mindfulness, and wellness for women of color. 🌿💆🏾‍♀️ From being a trailblazing beauty editor to a succe...
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Spelman Sisterhood in Full Effect! I was delighted to spend time with my Spelman sister, Dr. Shanell McGoy in DC! There’s something special about reconnecting with fellow Spelmanites—no matter how much time passes, the bond remains strong. Shanell is a force for good in the w...
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💼✨ Mellody Hobson is making power moves in finance and beyond! As the Co-CEO of Ariel Investments and the first Black woman to chair the board of Starbucks, she’s breaking barriers in business and leadership. ☕📊 A fierce advocate for financial literacy and diversity in in...
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✨ Tope Awotona turned a simple idea into a tech empire! As the founder and CEO of Calendly, he transformed the way we schedule meetings—making life easier for millions. 📅 Born in Nigeria, Tope’s journey from immigrant to tech mogul is proof that innovation, resilience, and ...
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Honored to Have Celebrated Black Excellence at the Ember Charter School Black History Month Ball This past Friday, February 7th, I was proud to be part of Ember Charter School’s Black History Month Ball—an evening dedicated to celebrating Black enterprise, entrepreneurship, a...
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📰 Nikole Hannah-Jones is rewriting history! As the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist behind The 1619 Project, she’s challenging the way we understand America’s past and its impact on the present. 📖 Through her investigative work, Nikole sheds light on the legacy of slavery ...
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📚Authors are the celebrities in a bookstore📚 Last weekend, I walked into Barnes & Noble with my sons, just browsing, when a bookseller asked what I was looking for. I told her, and her face lit up—“She’s a local author! The book is upstairs.” I was already excited to see N...
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🤖 Dr. Joy Buolamwini (@poetofcode) is changing the future of AI! As the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, she’s exposing bias in facial recognition technology and fighting for fairness in artificial intelligence. 💻 Her groundbreaking research has shown how AI can d...
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We’re so grateful for the incredible support for *Negotiating While Black: Be Who You Are To Get What You Want*! 🙌 Your reviews truly make a difference. If you haven’t grabbed your copy yet, now is the perfect time to dive in—visit your local bookstore and join the conversati...
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📚 Roz Brewer is breaking barriers in business and education! As the President of Spelman College and a former Fortune 500 CEO, she’s proving that Black women belong at the top—in boardrooms, classrooms, and beyond. 👩🏾‍🎓 From leading at Starbucks and Walgreens to shaping t...
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In our multifaceted, multicultural world, the one-size-fits-all approach taught in most negotiation guides isn't effective and disregards how much bias lies behind every negotiation. So how do we ensure we get what we want when bias may be involved? What can we do to get the o...
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⚔️ Lauren Scruggs (@saucyscruggs) is making history in fencing! As one of the top-ranked young Black fencers in the U.S., she’s proving that speed, skill, and strategy are key to dominating the sport. 🤺 From winning championships to inspiring the next generation, Lauren is ...
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✨ We’ve spent the week breaking down how to C.R.U.S.H. your communication—now here’s the most important part… ✨ After all the confidence boosts, listening tips, humor hacks, and direct communication strategies, it all comes down to this: BE YOU. Because at the end of the...
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