86 - A Blueprint for Diversity in Hiring

Are you ready to transform your hiring practices and create a truly inclusive workplace? In this episode, we delve into innovative strategies for fostering diversity in recruitment. Discover the proven methods that can revolutionize your approach to talent acquisition. Join us as we explore the future of inclusive recruitment and unlock the blueprint for success.

"There’s room for everyone. We just want the most talented people to be seen and to be heard." - Kenneth L. Johnson, CEO of East Coast Executives.

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of inclusive recruitment with Kenneth L. Johnson, the president of East Coast Executive Diversity Recruiting Firm and organizer of TEDxHarlem. Kenneth shares his remarkable journey, starting his business just a week before the 9/11 attacks and overcoming the ensuing challenges. He highlights the importance of being intentional and mission-aligned in fostering workplace diversity. By shifting focus to diversity recruitment, Kenneth and his team have successfully partnered with companies committed to workplace diversity, helping them to not only meet their DEI goals but also to create more dynamic and innovative work environments.

Kenneth emphasizes the significance of showing up and connecting with talent in unique ways. He believes that storytelling is crucial for organizations to illustrate the success of their diverse employees, thus attracting more diverse talent. Through his insights, Kenneth underscores the need for genuine efforts and commitment from companies to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to succeed. This episode offers valuable strategies for businesses looking to revolutionize their recruitment practices and build a truly inclusive workplace.

Connect with Catryn Becker, serving successful women drowning in regret

• Website: https://optimizewe.com/
• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/catrynbecker/
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Connect with Kenneth L. Johnson

• Website: www.eastcoastexecutives.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kljohnsoninfo/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kljohnsoninfo/

About Catryn Becker

Catryn Becker is a visionary leader and the driving force behind Optimize We, where she empowers successful women to transform their lives by overcoming deep-seated regrets. With a background in environmental engineering, business strategy, and holistic practices, Catryn blends technical expertise with a profound understanding of human potential. She has dedicated her career to helping women who feel a deep calling to contribute more meaningfully to the world and humanity. Catryn's innovative concept of "pregret"—the fear of future regret that keeps individuals stuck—has resonated deeply with her clients, enabling them to break free from these mental barriers and achieve extraordinary personal and professional growth.

Through her holistic approach, which integrates cosmic elements and business strategies, Catryn has guided her clients from heartbreak to marriage, loneliness to family, and disease to freedom. Her work is a testament to the power of unblocking pregrets and turning them into opportunities for success. As a speaker, podcast host, and coach, Catryn's passion for transformation and empowerment shines through in everything she does. She continues to inspire and support women to realize their full potential and transform their visions into reality, creating lasting impacts in their lives and communities.

About Kenneth L. Johnson

Distinguished Diversity Recruiter and Career Services professional that drives business results for clients through creative sourcing strategies and global diversity recruiting programs as Founder & President of the premier Diversity Recruitment Firm, East Coast Executives.

With an esteemed roster of clients and partnerships my dedication to innovative talent- acquisition strategies and diverse candidates makes me a highly sought-after strategic business partner and consultant.

The National Diversity Council 2022 Business Leader of the year award recipient. Selected by Black Enterprise Magazine as a BE Modern Man and Forbes Media as a Forbes Career Coach and Council Member. I’m a TEDx Speaker, Organizer of TEDxHarlem, Google OnAir Career Workshop Facilitator, Indeed.com Job Cast Instructor and serve as Host of The National Urban League Jobs Network Digital Career Success Series.

I’m the Developer of blkbox.tech an App designed to support the careers of Black Men.