As the world around us changes in unsettling and dangerous ways, we need more people to stand up, speak out, and advocate for the rights of others in their communities. Janet Levit is passionate about doing exactly this type of important work. In addition to serving on the Tulsa Women’s Commission and the Human Rights […]
My guest for this episode of Shift Out Loud has appeared in publications ranging from the Harvard Business Review to Glamour UK, was named one of the Top 10 Most Powerful Women Leaders in HR, and has been hailed as a “cultural competency genius” — praise that is definitely well earned! Risha Grant is an […]
While many find fulfillment in mastering one craft, others thrive when exploring new worlds and challenges. My guest for this episode of Shift Out Loud has excelled at playing a bigger game in a variety of sectors, from business to academia to politics. Kathy Taylor is a woman with an incredible body of work. Her […]
Whether you like Oprah or not, how can you not appreciate someone who came from nothing and now has the level of success she has achieved? Personally, I am in awe of her. Not because of the money and the fame but because I think she “gets it.” She is what the Greeks call an Arete. […]
If you’ve been following me for long, you know that I’m all about playing bigger in life, at work, and in our communities. As we step into 2024, I’m inviting you to “up your game” and co-create the personal and professional life you have always wanted. Here are five actionable ways to make that happen. […]
I remember when my business partner, Wally Schmader, commented…. “Tracy, the ultimate would be when you are doing things that only you can do.” I thought about it for a long time. It made me uncomfortable at first, then excited me at the idea of prioritizing in a way I hadn’t considered. I am good at […]
The strongest leaders often come from humble beginnings because these early hardships are instrumental in the development of grit. In this episode of Shift Out Loud, I talk to community leader Kian Kamas. As the Executive Director of PartnerTulsa, Kian is passionate about creating long-term, institutional change in how Tulsa pursues its economic and […]
I may be cheering you on as you think and play bigger, but my guest for this episode could give me a few professional tips! Charity Barton is the University of Tulsa Cheer coach, a Director at TU’s Collins College of Business, and an entrepreneur who believes in the power of storytelling. Not only is […]
My guest for this episode of Shift Out Loud is definitely playing bigger — she was recently recognized as a 2023 Power List Leader in Workplace Diversity by Oklahoma’s Journal Record! As the Director of Diversity and Inclusion at BOK Financial, Janet Huber is responsible for providing leadership, vision, and a team-oriented philosophy to advance […]
Often, our most impactful shifts can take us by surprise or seem to come out of nowhere. My guest for this episode of Shift Out Loud is mastering the art of recognizing the right opportunities and shifting out loud with intention — whether that means playing bigger in the corporate world, leading her community, or embracing her […]
