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Lily Zheng

@lilyzheng308

@Stanford trans alumnx. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategist. Author of DEI Deconstructed, out November 8th, 2022. Find me on LinkedIn? (They/Them)

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Loved sharing my story for this podcast! Even as a #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion consultant, I'm not immune to the same pressure to compromise my values that we all face. Navigating the Content Industrial Complex is hard--but it's crucial we learn how in 2020.

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As we head into 2020, plenty of us will commit to living more authentically, compromising less, living our truths...but this is a hard commitment to keep in our world. Read my latest, deeply personal piece to learn how we can sell out and maintain our integrity. #ethicalsellout

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In the face of the societal pressure to "always be yourself," we need to remember that we each have many selves, and that there's no shame in flexing these many identities as needed to navigate a messy world. #ethicalsellout

In the face of the societal pressure to "always be yourself," we need to remember that we each have many selves, and that there's no shame in flexing these many identities as needed to navigate a messy world. #ethicalsellout
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Egg: Fried crispy, with the yolks still runny Steak: Rare. Scare it with a flashlight. Milk: None, fight me. Does Yakult count as milk? Alcohol: Nigori sake Warm drink: Jasmine tea steeped for however long it takes for me to remember I've made tea

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Sometimes we have the luxury of time to think over our decisions. Other times, a spotlight suddenly shines on us and we’re forced to make a choice. It's what we choose to do after the moment passes that helps determine whether the choice was ethical or not. #ethicalsellout

Sometimes we have the luxury of time to think over our decisions. Other times, a spotlight suddenly shines on us and we’re forced to make a choice. It's what we choose to do after the moment passes that helps determine whether the choice was ethical or not. #ethicalsellout
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at 5:50 am: why is this radio interview so early at 6:05 am: I'll just go back to bed after I call in --- at 6:40 am: ADRENALINE ADRENALINE ADRENA-

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What do we do when sticking to our values means losing security, prestige, or stability? There are no one-size-fits-all answers, but by centering our impact, seeking nuance, and balancing self-honesty with self-compassion we can make our own way forward. #ethicalsellout

What do we do when sticking to our values means losing security, prestige, or stability? There are no one-size-fits-all answers, but by centering our impact, seeking nuance, and balancing self-honesty with self-compassion we can make our own way forward. #ethicalsellout
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Subconsciously, all of us tweak what we say to come off better to others. To what extent is this skillful marketing vs being disingenuous? And for people who are disadvantaged by their background or identities, is doing so "getting ahead," or simply "catching up?" #ethicalsellout

Subconsciously, all of us tweak what we say to come off better to others. To what extent is this skillful marketing vs being disingenuous? And for people who are disadvantaged by their background or identities, is doing so "getting ahead," or simply "catching up?" #ethicalsellout
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Hi I'd like to eat at my favorite dim sum place without two white tech bros walking in and asking the server "so what do you think of coronavirus" thanks

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When dilemmas involve our sense of identity and connection with our community, they can sometimes feel impossible to make. By seeking out people who love and support us, we can get guidance to balance doing what's best for us and maintaining our integrity. #ethicalsellout

When dilemmas involve our sense of identity and connection with our community, they can sometimes feel impossible to make. By seeking out people who love and support us, we can get guidance to balance doing what's best for us and maintaining our integrity. #ethicalsellout
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ironic that I spend all day helping executives function and then when I have a big move to make literally today i'm suddenly out of executive function please brain there are literally only three more boxes to fill 🙃🙃🙃

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me in college: look, I'll get a psychology degree but I'm not interested in clinical psychology because I don't want to be a therapist me, an executive coach: guess I'm a therapist now

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To new followers, some bad news -- I don't post on Twitter! This place messes with my blood pressure. Head on over to LinkedIn, where I share the good stuff. Or browse through very old half-hearted tweets from me here, be my guest ;)

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Some dude leaned out of his car this morning and wolf howled at me (is that what it's called? a completely unhinged "arooooo") I was very concerned. Are you okay buddy? Do you have poisoning from your toxic masculinity? Do we need to call you an ambulance? 🙄🤦‍♂️🙃

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me, writing: what's a table that you work on...oh, right, a work table. alright, next sentence. me, a solid ten minutes later: desk that's a desk, crap