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Episode 76 – Navigating Change: Chantelle Johnson’s Insights on DEI and Entrepreneurship


Published: Thursday January 16, 2025

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In this episode of ‘Pushing Forward with Alycia,’ host Alycia Anderson dives into the world of leadership, workplace culture, and inclusion with Chantelle Johnson, a trailblazer in the field. Chantelle, formerly a corporate HR leader and now an entrepreneur, discusses her journey and how she’s shaping inclusive workplaces through her company, Talent 4d Culture. The conversation covers the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, the motivations behind taking entrepreneurial leaps, and how to sustain Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Chantelle also talks about her upcoming book titled ‘Sustaining ERG Impact: 12 Months to Lead with Purpose, Recharge with Power‘ and offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Central Ideas Discussed

🌟 The Power of Purpose-Driven Leadership

🚀 Breaking Barriers: The Journey from Corporate Leader to Entrepreneur

🏢 Creating Thriving, Inclusive Workplaces

📘 Sustaining ERG Impact: Leadership Tips for Long-Term Success

💪 The Underrated Power of ERG Leaders

🌈 Hidden Dimensions of Diversity and Inclusion

✨ Courageous Career Moves: Just Be Brave and Take the Leap

🤝 Empowering Underdogs Through Innovative Leadership

🔄 Revolutionizing Workplace Culture with Evidence-Based Belonging

Insightful Moments

00:00 Introduction to Pushing Forward with Alycia

00:25 Meet Chantelle Johnson: A Trailblazer in Inclusive Leadership

02:14 Chantelle’s Journey to Entrepreneurship

04:03 Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship

08:48 The Importance of Intersectionality in ERG Programs

12:27 The Future of DEI and Overcoming Backlash

20:43 Chantelle’s Business and Mission

26:16 Sustaining ERG Impact: Chantelle’s Upcoming Book

31:05 Final Thoughts and Pushing Forward Moment

Quote from Chantelle

 Civility is the assumption that environments are equitable, and that people are embracing their unique attributes or diversity, and that the environment is inclusive.

~ Chantelle Johnson, founder of Talent4dCulture, LLC

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