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Cynt Marshall's Transformation of the Dallas Mavericks
TLDR Cynt Marshall prioritized diversity, inclusion, and equity at the Dallas Mavericks, resulting in almost 50% women in leadership and 47% people of color. She emphasized the importance of authenticity, knowing people's stories, and taking a stand against racial injustices to create a positive workplace culture.
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Cynt Marshall transformed the culture of the Dallas Mavericks by prioritizing diversity and inclusion, resulting in almost 50% women in leadership and 47% people of color.
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Cynt Marshall focused on diversity, inclusion, and equity to transform the culture of the Dallas Mavericks, receiving recognition from the NBA for their progress.
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Cynt Marshall emphasized the importance of knowing people's stories to develop empathy and understanding in the workplace, leading to positive organizational changes at the Dallas Mavericks.
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Cynt Marshall emphasizes the importance of authenticity and bringing one's full self to work, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture at the Dallas Mavericks.
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Cynt Marshall discusses how the Dallas Mavericks and NBA players are taking a stand against racial injustices and promoting social change, including initiatives like the "Mavs Take Action" program and engaging in courageous conversations to address biases and stereotypes.
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Cynt Marshall discusses her decision-making power within the Dallas Mavericks organization, highlighting her close working relationship with Mark Cuban and the responsibilities of being the CEO of an NBA team.
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Employees need to take the initiative to address important issues like social justice and COVID-19 within their organizations, prompting leadership to respond and engage in meaningful conversations.
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