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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…

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Amir, Anya, and Amelia (Doughboys producer) join Geoff to discuss diversity and exclusion, bruxism, and Amelia's dad's new nickname - "Scorpion."

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198: DEI

The Headgum Podcast

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Amir, Anya, and Amelia (Doughboys producer) join Geoff to discuss diversity and exclusion, bruxism, and Amelia's dad's new nickname - "Scorpion."

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244: The Geoscars 54:50

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243: Iractor (w/ Business Casual!) 52:36

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242: Marika ID 52:55

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Amir, Marika, and Brad join Geoff to discuss Geoff's sweater and Bacre, do their Fine Rankings, before performing the visual task of custom shoe design! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir/ » FOLLOW Marika on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marikaelon/ » FOLLOW Brad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradthehuman/ Advertise on The Headgum Podcast via Gumball.fm Rate The Headgum Podcast 5-stars on Apple Podcasts Rate The Headgum Podcast 5-stars on Spotify Join the Headgum Discord See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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241: Rice is a River 44:52

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241: While Casey works, Amir, Will, and Marika join Geoff to discuss the studio lighting, Will’s Bills, and play a brand new segment: The Masked Zinger. PLUS, Geoff performs a Grammy-adjacent rice song! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir/ » FOLLOW Marika on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marikaelon/ » FOLLOW Will on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willconover/ Advertise on The Headgum Podcast via Gumball.fm Rate The Headgum Podcast 5-stars on Apple Podcasts Rate The Headgum Podcast 5-stars on Spotify Join the Headgum Discord See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .…

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240: Swimming in Coins 49:31

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239: Thirdle 50:40

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238: Peast 44:33

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237: Develop Beefy 56:00

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236: Joel's Wow 39:46

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232: Soura 44:46

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