Author: Jessica Bantom

There is a strength of spirit I recognize in others like myself who, as members of marginalized groups, manage to navigate and triumph in spaces, emerging successful with our sense of self and a centeredness intact. I identify this strength as the “Lived Experience Quotient.” The value of the Lived Experience is something we should be able to recognize in ourselves, that others should recognize, and that we should claim as an asset, both professionally and personally. So, how do we break down the Lived Experience Quotient into a set of skills that help Lived Experiencers navigate the workplace?