--- title: Next Generation Leadership Blog | perception (2) description: perception | At DJA, we are committed to help our clients become the best and most inclusive versions of themselves. We want to help you change the world. (2) --- [![NEW DJA logo](https://blog.deettajones.com/hs-fs/hubfs/f098b2db-9a1e-4efb-9509-53fa66205bbb%20(4).png?width=200&height=42&name=f098b2db-9a1e-4efb-9509-53fa66205bbb%20(4).png "NEW DJA logo")](https://deettajones.com/) - About - [About DeEtta Jones](https://www.deettajones.com/about-deetta-jones) - [Meet the Team](https://www.deettajones.com/deetta-jones-dei-team) - [Privacy Policy](https://www.deettajones.com/privacy) - Solutions - [Calendar](https://www.deettajones.com/upcoming-training-development-programs#course_calender) - [CultureRoad®](https://cultureroad.com/) - [Speaking](https://www.deettajones.com/deetta-jones-speaker) - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.deettajones.com) - [CultureRoad® Podcast](https://podcast.cultureroad.com/) - [Resource Hub](https://www.deettajones.com/resource-hub) - [Contact](https://info.deettajones.com/contact) - [Login](https://learn.cultureroad.com/#/login) # Next Generation Leadership ## [3 Practical Steps for Self-Discovery](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/3-practical-steps-for-self-discovery) [leadership management](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership-management), [inclusive leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-leadership), [leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [DEI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/dei), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange) [![3 Practical Steps for Self-Discovery](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/3%20Practical%20Steps%20-%20Blog%20Post%20header%20(DJA)%20(1)-1.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/3-practical-steps-for-self-discovery) In a world filled with so much noise, when and how do you take time to be quiet? To listen, to hear yourself think, to make space for ideas to form? When you listen, whose voice is most impactful for you? The loudest? The most frequent? [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/3-practical-steps-for-self-discovery) ## [Critical Race Theory](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/critical-race-theory-what-is-it) [leadership management](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership-management), [inclusive leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-leadership), [leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [DEI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/dei), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange) [![Critical Race Theory](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/Critical%20Race%20Theory%203.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/critical-race-theory-what-is-it) Is Critical Race Theory a weapon to support oppressive agendas? In this clip, our CultureRoad™ founder, DeEtta Jones, and Dr. Jerome Offord Jr., Associate University Librarian for Antiracism at Harvard Library, discuss the origins of Critical Race Theory and how its meaning has become distorted over the years. [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/critical-race-theory-what-is-it) ## [Privilege: The Invisible Force that Rules the World](https://blog.deettajones.com/privilege-the-invisible-force-that-rules-the-world) [inclusive leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-leadership), [EDI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/edi), [reflection](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/reflection), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [inclusivity](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusivity), [inclusive values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-values), [Impact](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/impact), [values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/values), [transformation](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/transformation), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange), [global leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/global-leadership), [SafeSpace](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/safespace) [![Privilege: The Invisible Force that Rules the World](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/privilege%20blog%20header-1.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/privilege-the-invisible-force-that-rules-the-world) In the middle of a cold front sweeping across much of the U.S., I welcome a warm morning breeze, wearing a lovely linen robe Michael bought for me at a pop-up stand on the beach, reading glasses from a trip to Tokyo, and sipping coffee brought to us by friends from Colombia. My life is busy and hectic, but free from worries about where my next meal will come from, whether or not I can afford to... [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/privilege-the-invisible-force-that-rules-the-world) ## [Generations at Work](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/generations-at-work) [leadership management](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership-management), [inclusive leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-leadership), [leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [DEI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/dei), [transformation](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/transformation), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange) [![Generations at Work](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/Generations%20at%20Work%202.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/generations-at-work) The world is changing at an incredible rate, and as it does, so do our workspaces. We invite managers to think about intergenerational aspects, new normals, and ways to engage across generations as you redefine your workplace environment. [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/generations-at-work) ## [Your Moral Character](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/your-moral-character) [reflection](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/reflection), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [Leadwithlove](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadwithlove), [values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/values) [![Your Moral Character](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/Your%20Moral%20Character%20Blog%20Header.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/your-moral-character) “Dear Jehovah, give his burden to me. I can carry it. I am strong. Please, allow me to have it,” I heard myself whispering a bit too loud, likely audible to the EMT next to me. “It’s ok,” I thought, “I’m sure he’s used to wailing mothers. He understands.” From the back of the ambulance, I held Shiloh’s hand, gently but firmly, and continued my prayers. Less than 30 minutes before, I was crouching... [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/your-moral-character) ## [Quiet Leadership: Taking Stock of Self First, Before Others](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/quiet-leadership-taking-stock-of-self-first-before-others) [leadership management](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership-management), [inclusive leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-leadership), [leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [DEI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/dei), [values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/values), [transformation](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/transformation), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange), [CulturalCompetence](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturalcompetence) [![Quiet Leadership: Taking Stock of Self First, Before Others](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/Quiet%20Leadership.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/quiet-leadership-taking-stock-of-self-first-before-others) Recently, I appeared on a podcast by highly regarded coach and strategist, Charles Day. This was a great session especially because we discussed my favorite topic, Leadership. I was equally delighted by Charles’ take-away from our discussion, naming me “DeEtta Jones, “The Quiet Leader.” [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/quiet-leadership-taking-stock-of-self-first-before-others) ## [What Stories Are Your Children Learning, and From Whom, About Our History?](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/what-stories-are-your-children-learning-and-from-whom-about-our-history-black-history) [leadership management](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership-management), [inclusive leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-leadership), [leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [DEI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/dei), [values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/values), [transformation](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/transformation), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange), [CulturalCompetence](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturalcompetence) [![What Stories Are Your Children Learning, and From Whom, About Our History?](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/BHM%20Malcolm%20Cover%20.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/what-stories-are-your-children-learning-and-from-whom-about-our-history-black-history) Join DeEtta as she talks about one of her heroes and historical icon Malcolm X, the relevance of Black History for everyone, and why it's important to include "Black History" under the broader scope of “History." [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/what-stories-are-your-children-learning-and-from-whom-about-our-history-black-history) ## [Elevate Your Listening Skills - 5 Powerful Practices](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/elevate-your-listening-skills-5-powerful-practices) [leadership management](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership-management), [transparency](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/transparency), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [organizational culture](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/organizational-culture), [values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/values), [ConstructivistListening](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/constructivistlistening) [![Elevate Your Listening Skills - 5 Powerful Practices](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/Elevate%20Your%20Listening%20Skills.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/elevate-your-listening-skills-5-powerful-practices) In a world inundated with communication, the essence of true connection often eludes us. While we're sharing more than ever, the richness of effective communication gets lost without the human nuances of voice, tone, and body language. In this post, we'll delve into the necessary ingredients for good communication and explore how mastering the art of constructivist listening can transform your... [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/elevate-your-listening-skills-5-powerful-practices) ## [Agency is the Key, Love is the Answer](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/agency-is-the-key-love-is-the-answer) [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [self-awareness](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/self-awareness), [Leadwithlove](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadwithlove), [organizational culture](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/organizational-culture), [culturechange](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturechange), [CulturalCompetence](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/culturalcompetence) [![Agency is the Key, Love is the Answer](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/Agency%20Blog%20Header.png)](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/agency-is-the-key-love-is-the-answer) One of my favorite people on this planet is Halim Flowers. Halim is an artist, writer, fashion designer, father, husband, influencer, and a friend. [Continue Reading \>\>](https://blog.deettajones.com/blog/agency-is-the-key-love-is-the-answer) ## [What Do Your Group Norms Say About Your Values?](https://blog.deettajones.com/what-do-your-group-norms-say-about-your-values) [EDI](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/edi), [leadership](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/leadership), [perception](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/perception), [inclusivity](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusivity), [inclusive values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/inclusive-values), [CultureRoad](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/cultureroad), [Impact](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/impact), [EDI communications](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/edi-communications), [organizational culture](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/organizational-culture), [values](https://blog.deettajones.com/tag/values) [![What Do Your Group Norms Say About Your Values?](https://blog.deettajones.com/hubfs/20230216_Blog%20Batch%202-10.jpg)](https://blog.deettajones.com/what-do-your-group-norms-say-about-your-values) Managing group dynamics is part science, part art – and a lot of attention to detail for the facilitator. “Creating space,” “encouraging engagement,” and “being accountable” are all tall orders, especially for most group leaders, who aren’t trained facilitators but have responsibility for helping the groups they work with function effectively and inclusively.Norms are agreements established at... 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