Inviting Yourself to the Table

Most people feel overlooked at some point in life. For some, this inclination determines the trajectory of their careers. Kristy Tillman often felt that her ideas went unnoticed at work. As a black woman working in design, a field dominated by white men, Tillman often felt ostracized. She waited for an invitation to contribute. She eventually realized that no such invitation was forthcoming and that if she wanted to be heard, she would have to “invite herself to the table.” No one will seek your views unless you make it known that you have something valuable to share. Alas, many people don’t broadcast their...