Happy Black History Month!
In this episode of TeaTime, join your host Cassia Marina for an enlightening discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the online space as she sits down with guest expert Tay Francis.
While it wasn't planned to line up with Black History Month, it's the perfect month to touch on the following topic. It's time to address the elephant in the room...
From navigating systemic barriers to challenging the conditioning of white supremacy, Tay provides invaluable insights into the unique challenges faced by Caribbean entrepreneurs in the digital realm.
Delve into topics such as the perception of the Caribbean, fair compensation, and the importance of allies and sponsors in fostering a more inclusive online environment.
Get ready to gain new perspectives and actionable strategies for success in the ever-evolving world of online entrepreneurship.
00:00 Intro & Background
02:57 Challenges Faced by Caribbean Entrepreneurs in the Online Space
26:47 The Conditioning of White Supremacy
13:30 The Perception of the Caribbean as ONLY a Tourist Destination
26:44 The Conditioning of White Supremacy, Imperialism, Colonialism and Discrimination
39:10 Exclusion and Misunderstanding in DEI Discussions
41:15 The Need for Unity
45:43 Fair Compensation and Valuing Services
55:13 Mindset Shift for Success in the Online World
1:16:28 The Importance of Allies and Sponsors
1:23:54 Wrapping Up
1:25:38 Last words of advice from Tay Francis
Connect with Tay Francis
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetayfrancis/
IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thetayfrancis
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetayfrancis/
Website: https://www.thetayfrancis.com/
Calling all Online Caribbean Entrepreneurs - Share your opinions, thoughts and experiences HERE.
Resources Mentioned
The Thread that started it all: https://www.threads.net/@thetayfrancis/post/CxjLzvTOrZc/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D
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