Beyond Performative Allyship by Natalie Marrero
As the world’s mainstream culture begins to acknowledge #BlackLivesMatter as a legitimate issue that needs to be addressed, much is being asked of ourselves as humans and in our roles within our work. This moment is critical. Either an individual or institution will decide …
Distinguishing between weaknesses and liabilities
In my previous post, I discussed a three part process for becoming a more confident leader:
Make the most of your strengths (those things that you are consistently good at and enjoy doing).
Correct your liabilities (the things that keep you from being effective…
You Can Become a More Confident Leader
Stan Ward, Ph.D.
Dean, Capstone Studies and Director, Center for Action Research
Claremont Lincoln University
What does it take to become a more confident leader? Much has been made of the importance of things like emotional intelligence and prac…
The Changing Face of Leadership
The Changing Face of Leadership
Thirty years ago, Los Angeles was a different place. The silos of business, government and the social service sectors were well defined, and so was the power structure. But as author John Naisbitt noted in his 1982 best-selling book Megatre…
Mark Ridley-Thomas – Week 31: 30-in-30 honoree
“Leadership in Los Angeles”
By Los Angeles Board of Supervisors Chairman Mark Ridley-Thomas
Leadership in Los Angeles has been my life’s work over the past 30 years.
Three decades ago I was serving as the executive director of the Southern Christian Leadership C…
George Gascón – Week 29: 30-in-30 honoree
George Gascón is the District Attorney for the City and County of San Francisco. He is the first Latino to hold the office in San Francisco and the nation’s first police chief to become District Attorney. Since his appointment in January 2011, Gascón has earned a nat…
Dave Barthmuss – Week 28: 30-in-30 honoree
When asked to describe what leadership means to me, I often reflect on some of the more challenging times during my General Motors’ career – and there were many to be sure. But the hardest thing I probably had to learn was how to turn a detractor into an advocate – or …
Danielle Brazell – Week 27: 30-in-30 honoree
“Creativity is uniquely human. It is a vehicle for unlocking human potential, and it cultivates leaders who contribute their time, talent and energy back into making our communities vibrant and resilient.” Danielle Brazell is this week’s 30-in-30 honoree, an alumni of …
Juan Devis – Week 26: 30-in-30 honoree
SCLN would like to congratulate Juan Devis, graduate of Leadership L.A. 2012 and Chief Creative Officer for KCET as this week’s 30-in-30 honoree, a campaign to celebrate SCLN’s 30th anniversary. Juan is an engaged alumni, regularly lending his time and expertise to atten…
Andy Carrasco – Week 25: 30-in-30 honoree
For this week’s 30-in-30 honoree, we would like to congratulate Andy Carrasco, graduate of Leadership L.A. 2009 and Director of Regional Public Affairs for SoCalGas. Continue reading below to learn first-hand about Andy’s inspiring story.
Thank you SCLN for the opportun…
