I first met today’s guest at a conference I spoke at two years ago this month.

The crowd was one of the best I’ve ever been in front of, namely because it was filled with people a lot like her.

I’m talking about author, and now friend, Dr. Michelle Deering. She is one of the most thoughtful, compassionate, and generous people I know.

She’s also written a book called What Mothers Never Tell Their Daughters: 5 Keys to Building Trust, Restoring Connection, and Strengthening Relationships.

You’re probably thinking about now something akin to, “Wait?! What?”

When it comes to effectively leading yourself and others, it all begins and ends with relationships. That’s what Dr. Deering and I dive into here, along with issues of race and diversity.

I encourage you to not only pick up a copy of her book for yourself but anyone else you know who could benefit from reading it.

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In today’s episode, Dr. Deering and I explore:

• How unresolved conflict manifests itself and what to do about it
• Some of the things that influence our ability to honestly communicate
• I’ll be asking her some race-related questions submitted by you…
• And lots more!

Michelle’s Book

You can order a copy of What Mothers Never Tell Their Daughters: 5 Keys to Building Trust, Restoring Connections, and Strengthening Relationships right now.

Books Michelle Recommends

Playing in the Dark: Whiteness and the Literary Imagination by Toni Morrison

The Ecology of Human Development: Experiments by Nature and Design by Urie Bronfenbrenner

Siddhartha: A Novel by Hermann Hess

The Divergent Series by Veronica Roth

Check Out These Resources

Visit Michelle’s website for more on her and her work.

Grab a copy of Michelle’s book now.

Invite Michelle to keynote your next event.

Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn.

PLUS, Don’t Miss These Additional Resources

Mom RACE Talks Online Course – ($50.00 OFF Coupon Code, expires October 10, 2020 @ 11:59 PM, EST)

FREE Tips Infographic on How To Stay On TRACK With Race

FREE Tips Sheet on How To Get “Her” To Talk

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