Succeeding as an LGBT Professional
20mIntermediate2021-06-09
Authors

Dorie Clark
Professor of Business Administration and Published Author
Course details
Even in places where discrimination is illegal, there are still nuances and complexities involved in being openly LGBT at work. In this course, best-selling business author, consultant, and educator Dorie Clark shows you how to navigate them with aplomb and build a successful and thriving career. Dorie discusses how to harness the benefits of your identity and identify and overcome any limiting beliefs you may hold. She goes over pros and cons of coming out in your job search or on the job. Dorie covers ways to handle well-meaning coworkers with grace and how to connect with other LGBT professionals. She shares strategies to overcome challenges such as a very conservative company or industry, hostile coworkers, or the complexities of coming out as transgender.
Skills covered
Workplace EquityInclusive LeadershipTeams and CollaborationDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Well-Being and Self-CareProfessional DevelopmentLeadership and ManagementOne-Off
Concepts
Introduction
- Being openly LGBT at work
Preparing Yourself for Success at Work
- The benefits of your identity
- Overcoming limiting beliefs
- Coming out in your job search
Navigating Your Professional Advancement
- Coming out on the job
- How to handle well-meaning colleagues
- Connecting with other LGBT professionals
Overcoming Challenges at Work
- Dealing with conservative corporate cultures
- Dealing with hostile coworkers
- Transitioning at work For transgender professionals
Conclusion
- Conclusion