Reimagining Work for Women of Color

Rha Goddess and Deepa Purushothaman discuss the challenges women of color face in the workplace, highlighting systemic issues and the need for change. They share personal experiences and research findings, emphasizing the importance of reimagining work environments to be more inclusive and supportive. The talk calls for action against toxic workplace cultures and advocates for empowering women of color as leaders and innovators.

What major events have highlighted the need to rethink work structures, especially for women of color?

• A decline in corporate profits

• A global economic boom

• Technological advancements

• An epic global plague and racial awakening

What term does Rha Goddess use to describe herself and Deepa in the corporate world?

• Corporate leaders

• Corporate pioneers

• Corporate executives

• Corporate refugees

What did Rha and Deepa's research reveal about the workplace experiences of women of color?

• They face fewer stereotypes

• They are paid more than their counterparts

• They are often promoted more

• They face more negative stereotypes and need to prove themselves repeatedly

What is the impact of microaggressions and racism on women of color in the workplace?

• They are unaffected

• They receive more promotions

• They feel empowered

• They experience trauma and burnout

What is one of the recommendations for companies to better support women of color?

• Promote based on seniority alone

• Leverage the talents of women of color beyond DE&I roles

• Ignore toxic rock stars

• Focus solely on DE&I initiatives

What is the potential advantage of women of color in corporate America?

• They are not natural-born leaders

• They lack cultural competence

• They are corporate America's greatest underutilized resource

• They are less innovative

What is a significant issue among women in the workplace that needs to be addressed?

• There is no competition among women

• Women are not helping each other enough

• Women of color feel supported by white women

• Women always support each other

What is a common belief about power and hierarchy that needs to change?

• Hierarchy is not important

• Power is equally distributed

• A gain for one means a loss for another

• A gain for one means a gain for all

What is the call to action for women of color regarding leadership?

• Focus only on DE&I roles

• Avoid leadership roles

• Reimagine power and leadership on their own terms

• Conform to traditional leadership styles

What is the ultimate goal for women of color in the workplace according to the speakers?

• To maintain the status quo

• To gain more power in the same broken system

• To work independently without collaboration

• To remake the table and make work work for everyone