Lisa Gardner is joined by Garland Fuller, a DEI advocate with extensive experience in HR and talent acquisition to discuss how small moments are defining your leadership, the importance of fostering inclusion, and combating biases in corporate settings. 
 
She advises individuals, especially those in C-suite positions, to embrace continuous learning and seek diverse mentorship. The discussion highlights the need for inclusive leadership at all levels and addresses challenges in change management. Fuller underscores the value of upskilling and embracing failure as catalysts for growth. Overall, the conversation offers practical insights for promoting diversity and equity in organizations, encouraging leaders to prioritize inclusive cultures and work-life integration. 
 
Also in this episode:  
 

• Rewarding Aspects of DEI Work: Fuller shares the fulfillment she derives from helping individuals recognize the value of their voices and combating imposter syndrome, emphasizing the importance of belonging and embracing unique contributions. 

• Challenges in DEI: Fuller acknowledges challenges such as awareness disparities and implicit biases, highlighting the complexities involved in fostering true inclusion. 

• Practical Strategies for C-suite: Fuller advocates for a growth mindset, mentorship, and continuous learning for individuals of color in leadership positions, emphasizing self-awareness and skill enhancement. 

• Inclusivity at All Levels: Gardner and Fuller stress the need for inclusivity at all levels of leadership, challenging exclusionary norms and advocating for diverse representation in boardrooms. 

• Change Management and Talent Acquisition: Fuller discusses the importance of upskilling employees and embracing failure as part of the learning process, urging organizations to adopt a flexible approach to change. 

• Overall Importance of DEI: The conversation underscores the significance of fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in corporate settings, providing practical insights into driving meaningful change. 

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About Garland Fuller 
Garland Fuller is an award-winning Career Strategist with over 10 years of experience. She empowers women to navigate and strategize their career paths, ensuring they secure ideal opportunities. As founder of Fuller Circle Consulting, Garland guides individuals towards transformative careers with confidence and clarity. 

With 8 years in career strategy and 15 years in HR, talent acquisition, and employee engagement, Garland co-founded Level Up Inclusion Partners and teach at USC Price School. She helps individuals and organizations optimize talent and foster inclusivity. 

Garland offers group coaching, individual sessions, and organizational workshops. She also host "Full Circle with Garland," a podcast on social impact and inclusion. She serves on the board of AAREP LA and was named one of Bisnow’s SoCal Power Women in 2021. 
 
 
About Lisa Gardner 
Lisa Gardner is a corporate real estate thought leader and co-founder of OMS Strategic Advisors, LLC, focusing on real estate, strategy, and workforce development. With over 25 years of experience, she drives profitability by optimizing human capital, leading diversity initiatives, and crafting corporate strategies. She has managed national accounts for Fortune 500 companies like Wal-Mart and AT&T, and revitalized multicultural marketing for JCPenney. Lisa serves on the Executive Board of SMU's Cox School of Business and contributes to DCEO Magazine. She is active in her community at Gateway Church and lives in Plano, Texas, with her husband and two children.