#256 - Surviving and Thriving as a Black Leader with LaTresse Snead

While the tides are changing for people of color in the corporate world, there’s this awkward space where pillars of the old system still stand ominous while the framework of a new system begins to take shape. 

So where does that leave women of color in 2023? Do we gear up for an all-out war on the old system or don an every-woman-for-herself demeanor as we toss our fear aside and climb the corporate ladders to achieve our personal goals? 

Perhaps we do a little of both? 

Today’s guest is LaTresse Snead, author of When Black Women Rise, founder & CEO of Bonsai Leadership group, former ED, and fellow San Franciscan! LaTresse knows a thing or two about facing challenges and overcoming fear. LaTresse has worked for some of the biggest non-profit organizations in her 20-year career and helped raise more than two hundred million dollars in donations. These days, she pours her experience and knowledge into coaching leaders, upcoming leaders, and organizations in the non-profit space to become the best version of themselves.

Join us as we talk about:

The state of DEI efforts in corporate America in 2023

What it looks like to be a woman of color in leadership right now

What corporations should or should not expect from people of color in regards to building their DEI strategy

How to negotiate salary as a woman of color

How to know if an organization is worth your time and energy

The importance of surrounding yourself with a network of support

And, of course, how to chase your dreams fearlessly


“I started out very fearful in my leadership of speaking out. … And I noticed that once I started to just authentically speak up … it was so much more impactful. … [P]eople start to respect that more.” -LaTresse Snead

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Important Links: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/latressesnead/
https://www.bonsaileadershipgroup.com/
https://www.amazon.com/When-Black-Women-LaTresse-Snead/dp/B0C8RG5834

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