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Presented by PHITBiz Solutions, What's Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership & Life is where leadership, innovation, and real talk come together. Each week, we delve into honest, unscripted conversations with changemakers, STEM leaders, wellness advocates, and everyday experts who redefine how we live, lead, and grow.
From breakthrough ideas in science and tech to lessons in leadership and work-life balance, we explore what it means to thrive. This podcast offers bold insights, global perspectives, and practical inspiration—shaped by Caribbean and international experiences. Join the conversation.
Bonus - Colorism, Perception, and the Leadership Pipeline - Part 3: Building Fair Leadership Systems
In the final installment of this three-part mini-series on What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life, Dr. Nikki is joined by Carla Turner and Zanda Bonamy to explore how transparency, accountability, and organizational culture shape leadership advancement.
Together, they discuss building fair leadership pipelines, reducing the influence of bias, and creating pathways that support leadership development. The episode concludes with personal reflections on perception, awareness, and lessons learned throughout their careers.
Key Topics
Building fair and transparent leadership pipelines
The role of policies, accountability, and organizational culture
Leadership lessons on perception, awareness, and professional growth
Key Takeaways
Transparent systems help strengthen leadership development.
Clear advancement criteria support fairer opportunities.
Awareness is essential for navigating perception and bias.
Featured Guests
Carla Turner
Physiotherapist and Independent Case Manager
Zanda Bonamy
Engineer and Director of Health, Safety, and Environment
Memorable Sound Bites
"Are opportunities equitably available for all?"
"Enforcing policies can drastically reduce bias."
"Awareness of bias is crucial for growth."
Chapters
00:00 Leadership Transparency and Talent Recognition
01:25 Confronting Bias and Organizational Blind Spots
04:44 The Importance of Transparency in Leadership
10:45 Understanding Advancement Decisions
14:58 Quickfire Reflections
18:35 Closing Reflections and Final Thoughts
Thank you for joining us for the final installment of this three-part mini-series, Colorism, Perception, and the Leadership Pipeline.
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4 Jun 2026
Bonus - Colorism, Perception, and the Leadership Pipeline - Part 2: Navigating Bias and Visibility
In Part Two of this three-part mini-series on What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life, Dr. Nikki continues the conversation with Carla Turner and Zanda Bonamy, exploring how bias, perception, mentorship, and visibility shape leadership advancement in subtle but significant ways.
Together, they explore how perception can influence mentorship, sponsorship, and leadership visibility—and how organizational culture shapes who is seen as leadership-ready.
Key Topics
Leadership visibility and advancement opportunities
The influence of mentorship and sponsorship on career growth
Subtle bias in professional development pathways
Perception, emotional expression, and professional identity
The importance of transparency in leadership systems
Key Takeaways
Transparency helps reduce bias in leadership advancement.
Sponsorship and mentorship opportunities are not always distributed equally.
Perception can significantly influence professional visibility and growth.
Featured Guests
Carla Turner
Physiotherapist and Independent Case Manager
Zanda Bonamy
Engineer and Director of Health, Safety, and Environment
Memorable Sound Bites
“Transparency is key to reducing bias.”
“Pay it forward in leadership development.”
“Perception can shape who is seen as leadership-ready.”
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Colorism and Leadership Dynamics
02:51 Leadership Development and Opportunity
05:16 Subtle Biases in Sponsorship and Advancement
08:22 Perception, Anger, and Professional Identity
12:18 Building Fair Leadership Pipelines
Subscribe to follow the full mini-series as we continue the conversation in Part Three.
21 May 2026
Bonus - Colorism, Perception, and the Leadership Pipeline — Part 1: Understanding the Dynamics
In Part One of this three-part mini-series on What’s Your Take: Real Talk on Leadership and Life, Dr. Nikki is joined by Carla Turner and Zanda Bonamy to examine how colorism and perception can influence leadership development and career advancement.
Through personal reflection and professional insight, they explore how bias shapes who is viewed as leadership-ready, how representation impacts leadership perception, and what professionals can do to navigate these dynamics strategically.
Key Topics
Defining colorism and its influence in professional spaces
How perception shapes leadership advancement
Representation and visibility in leadership pipelines
Strategies for navigating bias in career progression
The role of mentorship and sponsorship in professional growth
Key Takeaways
Colorism and perception can shape access to leadership opportunities.
Representation influences how leadership potential is recognized.
Strategic visibility and support networks matter in career advancement.
Featured Guests
Carla Turner
Physiotherapist and Independent Case Manager
Zanda Bonamy
Engineer and Director of Health, Safety, and Environment
Memorable Sound Bites
“Representation matters in leadership teams.”
“Bias affects who is perceived as leadership-ready.”
“Proactively seek opportunities and ask questions.”
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Colorism: Definitions and Impacts
06:39 Perceptions and Leadership Advancement
15:34 Navigating Barriers: Advice for Professionals
23:17 The Role of Mentorship in Career Growth
Subscribe to follow the full mini-series as we continue the conversation in Part Two.
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