ABOUT BYOB

 
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what does it really mean to ‘bring your own brand’?

Fundamental to creating a culture in a family, community or company is acknowledging that at the heart of a culture is establishing first a person’s sense of self. BYOB utilizes self-assessments to help an individual begin with the power of self-development.

Michael, through the power of his own story, explores the difference between assimilation and acculturation, he explains why social emotional intelligence needs more equipping and why understanding and leading with your strengths, your purpose and your passion drives personal brand development.

He is firm in his belief that diversity, equity and inclusion are not enough to move the dial on elevating humanity. He believes we must drive home the power of BELONGING—the strongest narrative for rebuilding culture and community.

 
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BELONGING:

The shared experience of co-created unity that grounds identity and transforms otherness unto togetherness

 
 

Michael co-created this definition of belonging with Karmyn Sessoms in 2018 and is currently revising this definition to embrace the current state. Be on the lookout for a next-level version of a belonging framing statement.

 
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THE SIX “I’s”

Michael believes that the six I’s are the keys and the formula to driving and seeding a sense of belonging. Those six I’s are:

  • Individual

  • Inspiration

  • Intelligence

  • Interdependence

  • Impact

  • Integrity

THE PROGRAM

 

KEYNOTES

BYOB keynotes and coaching sessions with Michael can be designed around your company’s needs. Please get in touch to build a custom session or program.

ASSESSMENTS

BYOB works with The Center for Common Ground, a Charlotte-based LLC that helps nonprofits reset, re-imagine, and re-purpose their strategy, focus, and culture.

RESOURCES

The Center for Common Ground offers access to cultural competency & strength-based assessments for you and your team, along with 20 online virtual classes.

For a sample list of BYOB program resources, please click here.