We waited to share this letter until the dust settled between November 6th and January 21st. While some may not agree with our phrasing, one thing was certain after this past year’s election: change was inevitable. As we often teach, a thoughtful pause to reflect, regroup, and regain clarity is sometimes exactly what’s needed to move forward with focus.
As we close the chapter on 2024, we acknowledge that it was a year of profound challenges and change. From an increasingly unkind world to the relentless pace of change, many of us struggled to find balance amidst shifting demands—caring for our loved ones, managing our health, and exceeding business expectations. These pressures weigh heavily, and they also call us to pause, reflect, and respond with intention as we transition into 2025.
At Saterman Connect, we’re doubling down on our mission to amplify people’s potential, and foster inclusion to drive business impact. This mission drives us to rethink our offerings and approach, ensuring we address the evolving needs of the workplace and the people within it.
In today’s climate, words like diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) have been questioned, distorted, or even removed from organizational strategies. Yet, their essence remains unchanged and indispensable
Diversity + Equity + Inclusion =
Belonging, Engagement, Fulfillment, Business Results
These principles are more than words; they are the foundation of thriving organizations and societies. Regardless of what we call it, DEIB is Leadership. Leadership is Talent Development. Talent Development is driving Culture and Engagement. Inclusion is Driving Business.
DEIB doesn’t go away – it morphs into what our future requires us to do as Leaders.
While the rhetoric may shift, our commitment to embedding DEIB in everything we do remains steadfast.
To meet people and organizations at this moment, we are strengthening our core in three focal areas:
We take a holistic approach to meet you and your organization where you are, crafting a tailored roadmap to achieve your goals. Our framework addresses individuals, teams, functions, and the entire organization, driving impact at every level.
We’re refining our solutions to address organizational and individual growth needs:
These offerings reflect our unwavering belief that people amplify business results.
As we step into 2025, let’s move beyond hope and anchor ourselves in steadfast values like Courage, Fulfillment, Gratitude, Growth Mindset, Vulnerability, and of course, Ubuntu.
Let’s channel resilience and strategic focus to amplify the potential of people, driving meaningful change within our organizations and beyond.
Together, we can create a future rooted in humanity, powered by diversity, and strengthened by belonging—not just in words, rather in persistent, focused actions that inspire progress at every level.
Here’s to a year of focus, connection, and meaningful progress.
With connection,
Josh alongside Nettie, Michael and our Saterman Connect Team
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