The Gay Pro: Empowering Gay Business Pros
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The Gay Pro amplifies the voices of queer leaders to advance their success. Join Omaralexis Ochoa every week as he explores the incredible business research, trends, and stories that are impacting LGBTQIA+ professionals most.
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Laura Barnard is the founder of Breakthru Brands, a leadership empowerment company that builds personal leadership brands for underrepresented professionals at organizations. She is also the author of the upcoming book LEADERSHIP TYPES, coming out this summer in 2024, which is a guidebook for helping professionals unlock their leadership potential. With Laura's background in psychology, she has developed the Spectrum of Leadership Empowerment (SLE), which is an innovative and inclusive leadership framework that enables professionals to better understand themselves and their colleagues in order to lead more authentically and effectively. This is the basis of her work at Breakthru Brands, and the subject of her upcoming book. Join me in this conversation with Laura as we discuss her work, how she developed the SLE, success stories from her work with over 300+ professionals, and learn about her upcoming book. You can pre-order Laura's upcoming book, LEADERSHIP TYPES at http://leadershiptypes.com/ __ Follow Lex on X: @omrlxs Visit my Lex's website for more queer content: http://omaralexis.com/
Kyle Turner a distinguished freelance writer and editor from Brooklyn, NY. Known for his unique insights on queer film, his work has been featured in publications like Slate, NPR, GQ, and the New York Times. Kyle's work delves into the intricate crossroads of pop culture, film studies, and queer theory, painting a vivid picture of LGBTQIA+ culture's impact in cinema. His new book titled "The Queer Film Guide: 100 Great Movies that tell LGBTQIA+ Stories," is a comprehensive exploration of queer narratives within some of the most impactful films in history. This episode delves into Kyle's writing career, how the Queer Film Guide came to be, and his insightful predictions for the evolving landscape of queer film. Visit Kyle's website to learn more Get your copy of The Queer Film Guide today __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Check out Lex's website for more queer content: Omaralexis.com
Dr. Laura McGuire (they/them) is an expert in sexual health education, and an author, who is paving the way for organizations to build safer, and more inclusive environments for everyone. Dr. McGuire talks to us today about their work in sexual health education, and building a trauma-informed workplace -- both as a care expert, and a consultant for businesses and academic settings. We discuss what it means to be trauma-informed, and how businesses / organizations can benefit from becoming conscientious about navigating trauma and sexual identity. We also discuss Dr. McGuires books, covering topics like consent and sexual misconduct. Learn more about Dr. McGuire and their work by visiting their website: http://drlauramcguire.com/ Read Dr. Laura McGuire's books: Creating Cultures of Consent: A Guide for Parents and Educators The Sexual Misconduct Prevention Guidebook __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
In this episode, we meet Rob Volpe -- CEO of Ignite360 -- a market research firm focused on insights, strategy, and creative storytelling. We talk about how to build empathy, and how we can approach empathy with intention. Not only in the workplace, but in our queer spaces as well. He is the author of Tell Me More About That: Solving the Empathy Crisis One Conversation at a Time, in which he recounts his experiences in the field to illustrate his 5 Steps to Empathy, and teaches you how you can build your empathy muscle. Visit Rob's website Buy Rob's book on Amazon: Tell Me More About That __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
With all of the newly coined buzzwords and business models surrounding Web3, NFTs, and more, it's clear that the only way to successfully navigate this new digital world is by getting back to the basics. What is Web3, and how does it work? Let's review these Web3 basics and learn how you can leverage its new digital tools. /// EPISODE GUIDE /// 0:34 - Intro 1:25 - What is Web3? 2:17 - What makes Web3 so special? 3:46 - What is the Web3 ecosystem made of? 4:22 - What are blockchain networks? 5:33 - What are blockchain tools? 7:35 - What are Web3 communities? 8:47 - How does Web3 work? 9:54 - What is a public ledger? 11:44 - What is decentralization? 13:13 - What is immutability? 14:59 - Final Thoughts __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
NFTs ignited a revolution in the way we think about digital ownership, and projects employing Creative Commons (CC0) public domain are poised to change the game once again. Let's discuss what exactly is Creative Commons? And how are NFT projects using them? Additionally, what value does CC0 offer NFT collectors that's different from traditional media licenses? __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
Nathan Harding is an intuitive abstract artist known for his vibrant abstract paintings, which draw inspiration from his life experience. He has been working to make NFTs a part of his art. This episode will give us an inside look at Nathan's process, how he's bridging the gap between fine art and NFTs, and the mistakes he's made along the way. Follow Nathan Harding on Twitter @NathanHarding Purchase Nathan's art on his website at Nathan-Harding.com __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
Rather than copy/paste the shortcomings of the Web 2.0 internet we know today, why not build a more inclusive, and more queer digital world. This is Web3. Here are four things you can do TODAY to help bring more queer representation to the future of the internet. __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
Layer 2 (L2) is an emerging solution for scaling the Ethereum blockchain that is quickly gaining popularity among artists, collectors, and gamers. It is efficient at getting YOU significantly lower gas fees, and much faster transaction times than mainnet Ethereum. Let's take a closer look at what Layer 2 is, why it matters, and what platforms you should be keeping an eye on. __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
Web3 community tokens are changing the way you make money online. Whether it's playing a video game, trying out new platforms, or supporting community initiatives, tokens harness the power of social capital and turn it into financial gain for members of online communities. What are community tokens? What are some examples, and how can we use them? Let's review and see how we can use community tokens to make money online. __ Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
There is a new wave of artists making money in the art world, and they are doing so by selling their artwork as NFTs. Not only is digital art now much easier to sell, but NFTs are rethinking the dynamics of supply and demand. Let's talk about how artists are making a living with NFTs, and the benefits this new blockchain technology brings to digital content. Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
You may have heard that the internet is "getting an upgrade." Well, it's true! Web3 is the next generation of the internet, and it's going to change the way you use it. Not only will we see unprecedented changes like true digital ownership of online property such as content, imagery, and domains, but users will regain control of their own data, and see enhanced security online. Let's explore what exciting changes Web3 will bring! Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
More and more brands are starting to realize the power of community to build loyalty, expand word-of-mouth, and ultimately drive sales with customers. But what are the different types of communities out there? And what does a successful one look like? Let's talk about that and explore the power of community. Follow Lex on Twitter! @OMRLXS Get more queer content at TheGayPro.com
The Summer of NFTs is in full swing and exploding. Artists are making more money than they ever thought possible, and many are trying to cash in on this modern Wild West gold rush. Queer artists are just starting to build their own niche in NFTs, and it's on us to support them! Here are three LGBT NFT artists that are making incredible art and could use our support. FEWOCiOUS (aka Victor Langlois) Klara Vollstaedt Sarah Zucker __ Get more queer content on thegaypro.com
Queer Olympians have seen unprecedented representation at this year's Tokyo Olympic Games, but there is still a TON of hate and discrimination making its way into legislation. There have been a huge number of new, anti-trans bills seeking to ban trans-women from competing in women's sports. This is an issue affecting women all over the world and has no place in the world of sportsmanship. Let's talk about the Olympics, and some of the misinformation surrounding trans-women in sports, and why it is important to reject bioessentialist rhetoric that is masquerading as science. Referenced sources: Them : LGBTQ+ Athletes Are Already Making History at the 2020 Olympics New York Times : How Some States Are Moving to Restrict Transgender Women in Sports British Journal of Sports Medicine : Effect of gender affirming hormones on athletic performance NBC Sports : The real threat to women's sports? It's not trans women UCLA : How Many Adults Identify as Transgender in the United States? BBC News : Namibian teens vow to fight Olympics testosterone ban Washington Times : Canadian soccer star Quinn wins Olympic gold, makes transgender history without uproar __ Get more queer content by following Lex on Twitter @omrlxs, or by checking out our website at thegaypro.com
I got to sit down with my good friend Derek, an entertainment professional here in LA, and talk to him about how COVID has impacted nightlife, the entertainment industry, and social relationships. Additionally, whether it's an age gap or income gap, queer couples frequently defy norms; so how should they split the bill? Grab a glass of wine and let's chat about what financial equity should look like in gay relationships. __ Follow Lex on Twitter @omrlxs, and get more queer content at thegaypro.com
This June, take pride in more than just your queer identity. Luis Baez is an expert in helping QBIPOC entrepreneurs build businesses they can be proud of. With over 14 years of experience at some of the world's most distinguished companies like Google, LinkedIn, Tesla, and Uber, Luis is a seasoned expert in Sales and Marketing. He has taken these experiences to create the Sales Huddle -- a business program taking all of the secrets he learned in Silicon Valley to help you build your own business. Luis talks about what it was like being the only Hispanic, LGBTQIA+ person in the room in these tech board meetings, and how he navigated a corporate world that didn't always value his experiences. Check out The Sales Huddle at http://luisbaez.com/huddle Follow Luis on Instagram at http://instagram.com/itsluisbaez __ Get more queer content at thegaypro.com
Hey, it's Lex! Believe it or not, you CAN make friends on Grindr. You can even build valuable, professional relationships by networking on there, too. Many gay guys are already growing their Instagram followings and building personal brands by driving traffic from their Grindr and Tinder profiles, to their branded pages. ("I'm not on here a lot.. message me on IG." Oh look, his profile is private and he's got 25K followers. WHAT a coincidence.) Aside from traffic though, dating apps are unique social engagement tools that can connect you to people of all ages and backgrounds. It's worth learning something, especially from members of our elder gay community who have decades of experience in a variety of fields. Check out all the different functionalities that apps like Grindr have to help you network and build valuable relationships that can teach you about business, finance, entertainment, or even land you a job! __ Get more queer content at thegaypro.com
Pages like @GaysOverCOVID on Instagram have come to the forefront of the conversation by exposing gay men for COVID unsafe behaviors like circuit parties, holiday gatherings, and hookups. While I do not endorse these behaviors I've got to say that I for one, am OVER @GaysOverCOVID. Let's talk about the difference between SHAME and ACCOUNTABILITY, and how these public shaming pages are doing a lot more harm than good to our community. Referenced: Daddy Issues with Race Cooper & Matt Fuller in "Gays over COVID with Boomer Banks" __ Get more queer content at thegaypro.com
This podcast was originally broadcast on YouTube, recorded in April 2020. Hey, it's Lex! Our LGBTQIA+ workers, elders, and youths, must be supported in this crisis. With all of the talk about COVID-19 and its economic impact, it was refreshing to take part in a conversation about COMMUNITY SUPPORT with LGBT+ marketing experts at Target10, which is a queer marketing agency. Their founder and president, Matt Tumminello, reviewed consumer and market research to highlight the impacts COVID-19 has on the gay community, and what brands can do about it. Target10: http://target-10.com/ Alliance for Inclusive & Multicultural Marketing (AIMM): https://www.anaaimm.net/ Out in Tech: http://outintech.com/ __ Get more queer content at thegaypro.com
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