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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

A Hostel Life

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My name is Derick Fiedler, I’m a world traveler. When I backpack abroad I chose to stay in hostels, cheap lodging where one shares a room with multiple people of usually mixed gender. At first glance hostels come off as dirty, uncomfortable, and dangerous. If I tell an American I stay in hostels 9 times out of 10 they mention the horror movie “Hostel” and that’s about the only thing they know about them but there is a secret beauty underneath it all that deserves to be shared. Listen to my podcast to find out

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Matt Edwards cycles the world 52:10

5 years ago52:10

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It’s not a challenge. There is no goal. There is no pass or fail. This man simply wants to live life to the fullest and experience the world from a Bicycle. Find out how he was able spend the past two years cycling from Florida through South America and what it taught him about life

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Chefchaouen the Blue City of Morocco 22:08

5 years ago22:08

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On a rooftop in the Atlas mountains of Africa, Im surprised to find two all Americans, Colin and Riley from Wisconsin

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Women Who Travel Alone 1:20:46

6 years ago1:20:46

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In this episode I break into the not so well known world of solo women backpackers in the hopes that listens are inspired to experience the reward of solo traveling themselves and realize if they wait for someone else to travel with them they may never travel at all.

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Is Byron Living the Modern American Dream? 51:08

6 years ago51:08

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My First stop in Morocco is Marrakesh where I meet film photographer Byron Banasiak. We discuss the difference between a vacation and backpacking, having the courage to follow through with living out your dreams, bed bugs, biker gangs, and snake charmers. You can watch his videos at byronbanasiak.com…

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Halle, Germany: Beers with Enno and jérôme 59:59

6 years ago59:59