18: “Decolonization” & the legacy of the plantation in our workplace (with Podge Thomas)
In today’s episode, I sat down with the amazing Podge Thomas, founder of Small Business Co-Pilot. Our word? “Decolonization,” especially how it relates to our workplaces. I know it sounds heavy (and it is), but it’s also important,
Podge brings a unique perspective as a business strategist passionate about reimagining workplace practices. Our conversation covers:
The etymology and history of words like "colonize" and "decolonization"
How colonial legacies continue to influence our work environments
Practical approaches to reimagining hiring processes and other business systems
Using tools…
The skinny
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