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October 22, 2024

Why You Don’t Deserve An Increase in Your DEI Budget

The DEI industry is going through some tough times

Episode Notes

The DEI industry is going through some tough times

But what if this is exactly what you need?

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

- 3 reasons why you deserve a budget increase

- What you can do to avoid this happening to you

- How to use key principles to protect yourself

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

Prove You’re Responsible Before Asking for More

“Knowing what I know. I wouldn’t give you the money and I’m on your side.”

Earn the Right to Ask for More

“It’s better to focus on building a track record of measurable results that people care about. “

Make It Easy for Leaders to Say Yes

\"People often misunderstand me when I say this.

- Instead of guilt trips

- Instead of platitudes

- Instead of shaming

Make it easy for people to say yes\"

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