When I teach dance, I often ask my students: "As a leader in a partner dance, what is our job?" There are usually many responses, both from the leads and the follows. Then I share my answer: "To create an environment where our partner is comfortable being and feeling [...]
Many leaders express concerns about AI-generated content, deepfakes, and the erosion of authenticity in the digital age. But let’s be honest—how often do we present a curated, ‘optimized’ version of ourselves in leadership? We put on clothes that make us look different. We use filters that make us look [...]
On the brink of 2025, our team wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude — colleagues, clients, partners, and friends — who have made this year truly memorable. A few of our favorite milestones from 2024: The JP Enterprise team traveled to work with clients [...]
In part 2 of The Right Kind of Uncomfortable with Paul Carolan, Paul dives deeper into the principles of active, intentional leadership. Paul shares powerful stories about fostering inclusivity, balancing core values, and the importance of recognizing individuality in the workplace. From addressing gender and cultural differences to navigating [...]
In part one of this two-part episode of The Right Kind of Uncomfortable, Dr. James Pogue sits down with Paul Carolan, a former C-suite executive and current consultant and adjunct professor at Virginia Tech. From humble beginnings sweeping floors to leading companies like Wolf and Genghis Grill, Paul shares his [...]
As organizations strive to foster a more connected workforce and inclusive environment, it becomes essential to engage in uncomfortable conversations that challenge deep-seated biases and inequities. Embracing these discussions is a key strategy in how to improve DEI, as they encourage growth, spark innovation, and facilitate a truly connected workforce; [...]
In this episode of The Right Kind of Uncomfortable, Dr. James Pogue sits down with Eric Goldfeld, Senior Vice President of Sales and Distribution at DIRECTV. They explore the profound elements of leadership and connection, diving deep into the pivotal moments of Eric's career. From his beginnings at AT&T in [...]
In today's rapidly evolving corporate landscape, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) have become pivotal components for fostering a truly inclusive workplace culture. DEI leadership plays a crucial role in transforming organizations by challenging entrenched biases and fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered. This journey from bias [...]
In Episode 4 of "The Right Kind of Uncomfortable," host James speaks with Tarji Carter, founder of "That Franchise Player," an organization dedicated to bridging the gap in franchise ownership education for underrepresented communities. Tarji shares her mission to empower people, especially within the Black community, by providing insights [...]
In this episode of The RIGHT Kind of Uncomfortable, Dr. James Pogue, CEO of JP Enterprises, and CeCe Cox, CEO of Resource Center, discuss LGBTQIA+ awareness, terminology and inclusion. Cox elaborates on the meanings of LGBTQIA+ terms, emphasizing the importance of education and respectful communication to foster deeper connections. [...]