Reflections on a Year of Unhiding
When I started this newsletter, I wasn’t sure I could commit to writing it every month. But the stories, feedback, and insights you’ve shared with me have kept me going—and I’m so glad I did.…
What are you hiding?
I work with leaders to transform workplace culture so that their employees can unhide, thrive, and belong.
INCLUSION & BELONGING
Drawing on her own diverse life experience, Ruth teaches what it takes to build an inclusive culture within your organization.
REPRESENTATION & EMPATHY
Ruth engages the audience, sharing techniques on how to build authentic connection within your community.
KINDNESS & HUMANITY
By embracing self-acceptance, Ruth exemplifies why living authentically is the greatest gift both personally and professionally.
The Key to Belonging is Unhiding
Now more than ever, it’s imperative to create space in your organization for Inclusion and foster a Sense of Belonging so that everyone on your team feels seen, heard, and valued.
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“Through sharing my story and inviting personal interaction, people will learn the importance of broadening the definition of diversity, accepting differences in yourself and others, and strengthening our connections.” ~ Ruth Rathblott
“If you are looking to educate your team to understand that inclusion
is a broader term than many of us realize, you won’t find a
more compelling and compassionate person to do it.”
“Ruth is one of the most inspiring and engaging people you could ever meet. There is nothing she can’t do and if you are looking to educate your team to understand that inclusion is a broader term than many of us realize, you won’t find a more compelling and compassionate person to do it. Ruth spoke to our FOX Advertising Sales Team and the response was absolutely incredible. I have known Ruth a long time and was blown away by what I learned and I am eternally grateful because by sharing her personal story with such grace, she made us all a little more self-aware and left the team with a kinder outlook towards both our co-workers and people in general!“
Claudine Lilien
Head of Global Sales and Partnerships
I’m a TEDx and Inspirational Speaker, best-selling Author, Executive Coach, and Consultant.
My work focuses on the power of connection and belonging. I help organizations unlock the full potential of their teams by addressing the hidden dynamics that prevent genuine connection and engagement. By fostering an environment where everyone feels seen and valued, we create workplaces where authenticity and innovation thrive.
I understand that hiding—whether visible or invisible—hinders true belonging. The key to an inclusive culture lies in unhiding, embracing all differences, and creating spaces where people can bring their best selves to work.
For too long, invisible differences have been overlooked in the conversation about inclusion. But when we shift the focus to connection and vulnerability, we can take meaningful steps toward a truly inclusive environment.
“If you keep hiding your true self, your life becomes like slow death.
Once you become free from the lies and the hiding of yourself,
then life becomes vibrant again.” ~ Ziggy Marley
When I started this newsletter, I wasn’t sure I could commit to writing it every month. But the stories, feedback, and insights you’ve shared with me have kept me going—and I’m so glad I did.…
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“Her story resonated with our employees, and I hope she continues to share her story with other corporations who value diversity and inclusion and inspire us all to accept our differences and live our authentic selves.”
Jason Williams, SVP
Global Inclusion Strategy, Paramount
“Ruth is one of the best. She shared her personal experiences and followed those stories with easily digestible lessons. Ruth engaged the audience and was excellent answering difficult on the spot questions. I was very impressed and inspired by Ruth. I look forward to keeping in contact and collaborating with her in the future.”
Joshua Levine, COO / Business Manager
Credit Trading, Barclays Investment Bank
“Engaging an audience virtually is not something just anyone can do. By being authentic and vulnerable and speaking from the heart, Ruth was able to strike just the right tone and create genuine rapport — no surprise then that her message resonated deeply with the audience. Ruth is a courageous individual who has turned her story into a gift that inspires others.”
John Brewer, The Conference Bard
The Alt-Futurist at Ideax
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