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Purpose - we all have one. It's what we're uniquely designed to do in the world. At Uplifting Impact, we believe that the power to make change lies within all of us, and can be extended to our places of work - where we can all hustle with purpose to create environments where people thrive and organizations excel. Our passion is building bridges that transform teams through authentic connection, practical skills, and meaningful engagement. We want to move forward on this path together, with you - join our ongoing conversation for practical insights you can apply today!

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Sharing insights and experiences to keep workplace inclusion moving forward

Purpose - we all have one. It’s what we’re uniquely designed to do in the world. At Uplifting Impact, we believe that the power to make change lies within all of us, and can be extended to our places of work - where we can all hustle with purpose to create, continuous, organizational inclusion.

We want to move forward on this path together, with you - find us here weekly!

  • Mar
    15
    2021
    5 Questions to Ask When You Think There is Nothing You Can Do ➔
    Purpose . by Deanna Singh

    Maybe you’re fed up. Maybe you’re inspired. Maybe you’re furious. Whatever it is, there is an issue that you want to take action about or something that you want to change, but it feels too big. It’s too overwhelming. There’s nothing that YOU can do...

  • Mar
    08
    2021
    Hustling with Purpose: How to Find Time for Your Side Business ➔
    Purpose . by Deanna Singh

    Many people today harbor a dream of starting a business. The idea of a “side hustle” has captured the imagination of those working a traditional job. The Flying Elephant team is going even further to show how to make that “side hustle" purposeful!

  • Mar
    08
    2021
    Plan Like a Purposeful Hustler ➔
    Skills . by Deanna Singh

    One of the number one questions I get from people is "How do you find the time to do all of the things that you are doing?" I wish that I had a magic time machine that made additional time. But I don’t have one! (If you do, please share!)

    After...

  • Feb
    22
    2021
    Do these 4 things suck your time? ➔
    Skills . by Deanna Singh

    This week's Failsume mistake of The 4 Things that Suck Time is associated with The Gap Band's "Early in the Morning." I used to be up until "early in the morning" doing work for others. How are you valuing your time in your Purposeful Hustle? Are these...

  • Feb
    08
    2021
    Are you a hard worker or a smart one? ➔
    Skills . by Deanna Singh

    This week's Failsume mistake is called "Are you a Hard worker or a smart one?" and it's associated with Sade's "Smooth Operator."  The smooth operators have streamlined their operation to maximize productivity.   

    A Failsume is a list of all my failures and...

  • Feb
    04
    2021
    Onboarding as an Intentional Practice of Inclusivity ➔
    . by Deanna Singh

    I am so delighted to share with you the recent conversation I had with Michelle Bess, the Vice President of Talent and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at OppLoans. In her role, she focuses on creating systems and processes to ensure an equitable company...

  • Dec
    17
    2020
    Bridging the Gap and Transforming Ourselves for DEI ➔
    . by Deanna Singh

    Grady Crosby is a dynamic senior-level executive leader and corporate officer for Johnson Controls, which was honored to be called one of the world’s most ethical companies under his leadership from 2014-2020, and was ranked 18th on the 2020 list of the...

  • Nov
    05
    2020
    Making a Social Impact Starts with YOU First ➔
    . by Deanna Singh

    Today I am talking with Sadiki Etienne, who has spent the last ten years partnering with leaders at some of the world’s most influential organizations to address global development challenges and enhance economic inclusion. Throughout his career, he has...

  • Oct
    22
    2020
    Sometimes You Need to Be a Sidekick, Not a Hero ➔
    . by Deanna Singh

    Today we have empathy warrior Corey Ponder with us. He has over 10 years of professional experience as a policy analyst in the public and private sectors and is a huge believer in the power of human connection and how that can drive impact. In our...

  • Oct
    15
    2020
    Your Voice is an Act of Resistance - Blog ➔
    . by Deanna Singh

    I am so glad that you’re here joining us today for such a wonderful conversation I had with Isioma Nwabuzor, an attorney in the Milwaukee area. Currently, she works with Robert W. Baird, an employee-owned financial services firm, supporting the firm’s US...

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