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A Message from Hile Rutledge, OKA President and Principal Consultant I grew up as a white boy in the American South, surrounded by Black people - in stores, classrooms, and walking down the street - yet despite their undeniable presence, they remained on the periphery of our cultural conversation.
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Sarah’s Story: Self-Awareness, Grief, & Change
When Sarah, a seasoned leader in a mid-sized company, was asked to lead her team through a major organizational restructure, she knew the road ahead would be challenging. The restructure was necessary, but it meant that her team would experience a significant amount of disruption—changes to roles,
Reconnecting Teams
Reconnecting Teams: A Workshop for Leaders and Teams Returning to the Office As organizations across the country shift back to in-person work, teams are facing both challenges and opportunities. While some employees are eager to reconnect, others may struggle with the transition. The key to a
Return to Office Isn’t Just Policy—It’s a People Problem
For many employees and leaders, the return to office (RTO) feels like more than just a policy shift—it’s a deeply personal change. It impacts daily routines, work-life balance, and team dynamics in ways that can feel both exhausting and exciting. Whether your workplace is moving to a hybrid or fully
Resilience, Grief, and Change
Change is hard. Whether it’s a shift in your job, a new technology to master, or navigating the ripple effects of global events, change can feel like an unexpected wave crashing over you. Lately, it seems like those waves just keep coming—economic uncertainty, the rise of AI, global health