Tag: Hispanic Workforce
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When “Speak Up” Isn’t So Simple
Know someone who’d enjoy The Good to Excelente Newsletter? Forward this to them so they can subscribe here—and never miss a Wednesday edition packed with cultural intelligence insights and practical advice. Two weeks ago, I led a leadership training session at a regional Safety Conference in North Texas managed by the AGC chapter TEXO. The dominant discussion…
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Why Great Leaders Pay Attention to These Holidays
Question:Tyler, a superintendent from Georgia, writes: “I know Cinco de Mayo is not the Mexican 4th of July, but what is it exactly and why is it important? And then, are there other holidays I should be aware of when leading Hispanic crews?” Answer:Tyler: Love the question, so allow me to nerd out on the history…
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It’s Not a Language Problem
The CEO’s question was a non sequitur. We’d been talking about the absurdity of competitive girls softball in Texas. Then he took a sip of his gin and tonic, scanned the steakhouse, and said: “If qualified Hispanic labor is our biggest constraint to growth right now, what do I need to know about becoming the…
