Episode 10
Own Your Expertise and Share It with Others with Dr. Shelton Goode
Do you know what it takes to be a thought leader in your field?
There is a distinct difference between being an SME vs. a Thought Leader.
A Subject Matter Expert has a deep knowledge and understanding of an area and is considered a technical expert. However, a Thought Leader takes their expertise and applies it to current trends and uses that to predict to future direction of the field. Thought Leaders develop content and create their voice in the space.
In this episode, Michelle is joined by Dr. Shelton Goode, President & CEO of Icarus Consulting. Dr. Goode talks about how being an expert in your field takes years of training, education, and experience. But once you've reached that level of expertise, it's important to learn how to share your knowledge with others.
Dr. Shelton Goode is the president and chief executive officer of Icarus Consulting. This veteran-owned consulting firm specializes in helping organizations create a culture that leverages diversity and inclusion for competitive advantage. Icarus Consulting accomplishes this by developing strategies that enable their clients to attract, develop, and retain highly skilled talent from an emerging diverse workforce and, at the same time, enhance the engagement, knowledge, and skill of current employees. Forbes has recognized Dr. Goode as one of the “Top 10 D&I Trailblazers” in the country.
Dr. Goode is a graduate of the prestigious Diversity Leadership Academy. He was certified as a senior diversity practitioner by the American Institute for Managing Diversity. He received his bachelor’s degree from Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University) and his master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Troy University. He obtained his Doctorate in Public Administration from the University of Alabama. Dr. Shelton Goode lives and works in the Atlanta area.
Highlights:
07:40 - I wish I could say that I was enlightened enough to know that's what I wanted to do (becoming a D&I leader), but I really came to the space because I've been the beneficiary of minority programs.
10:00 - Regardless of what people perceive it (diversity) to be or aspire for it to be. I know what it is and how it can be used to advance and accelerate the performance of an organization.
14:22 - Roll up your sleeves, do the work, get the results, help other people along the way and then celebrate and then, let everybody celebrate.
17:47 - I make it easy for people to give me feedback, and I make it easier for me to receive it because this (feedback method) is actionable.
22:06 - You made a mistake, learn from it. And let's not make the same mistake again, and then, let's move on. Let's move on. And, oh, by the way, those people that are still going to remind you about the mistake, let them go.
Episode Takeaways:
- What sets you apart from the competition? Own your space. Become an expert in your field. Be an avid learner, researcher, and thought leader, and people will look for you when opportunities arise.
- Your journey is never about you. God has blessed you with gifts and talents to be shared with others. Whom have you blessed on your journey?
- Do the work- Focus on results and then celebrate.
- Learn the 3-2-1 to feedback. Dr. Goode shares his proven approach that makes sharing feedback easier for the Giver and Receiver.
- Resilience. Replenish. Restore. Give yourself the grace to make a mistake and move on.
- Build your tribe. You are not meant to be on this journey alone. Seek individuals who can help, support, and coach you along the way.
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