Derek H. Suite, M.D.

Too often, we focus on diversity and forget about (or have no plan for) inclusion as part of a D & I strategy. In this podcast, Dr. Suite reviews 5 key strategies for encouraging and implementing inclusion .  For more on how to implement inclusion and other D & I strategies  be sure to sign up for membership at www.fccwellmess.org

In this podcast, Dr. Suite discusses 4  strategic planning implementation tools to help strengthen D & I within any organization. For more, check out www.fccwellness.org

In this podcast series, Dr. Suite explores the importance of D & I and shares insights on how it influences the workforce with regard to human resources, organizational psychology, and financial performance. Smart companies know the value of D & I and it pays off for them by creating a win-win situation. For more be sure to check out fccwellness.org and sign up for the membership platform....

In this podcast, Dr. Suite continues his celebration of Women's History Month by highlighting the remarkable and extraordinary accomplishments of TIAA's new president and CEO, Thasunda Brown Duckett who is the second Black woman currently leading a Fortune 500 firm and just the fourth Black woman in history to serve as a Fortune 500 CEO. Ursula Burns was the first when she served as the CEO of Xer...

In this podcast, Dr. Suite explores the hidden connections between obtaining adequate sleep and the regulation of our emotional behavior and reactions.  For more, be sure to visit fccwellness.org

In this podcast, Dr. Suite explores 5 key factors that are often overlooked when we think about improving the quality of our sleep. 

 Intention creates reality. What do you want? What do you really want? Don't always rush to answer this question. Spend some time being with the question. Walk around with it. Sit with the question. Be with the question. In meditation on this question your deeper intention will surface --it will come to you, and you will be one step closer to your goals.  #fccwellnes.org

Back in the 1990s, the U.S. Air Force had zero female fighter pilots. In 1991 a law was passed that allowed women to engage in combat, but a Department of Defense policy stated that women couldn’t fly combat.  This all changed when a top female graduate  Maj. Gen. Jeannine Leavitt persisted and eventually became the first-ever female US fighter pilot.   Maj. Gen. Leavitt has se...

In this podcast honoring remarkable women, Dr. Suite highlights the extraordinary work of Dr. Kizzmekia "Kizzy" Corbett, a young, African American, lead scientist at the National Institute of Health (NIH) who was instrumental in the development of the Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine.  In addition to exploring Dr. Corbett's outstanding accomplishments, Dr. Suite discusses how Dr. Corbett's commitme...

Katalin Karikó's story is amazing. Faced with doubt, dismissal, and demotion, Dr. Karikó's unwavering desire, discipline, and determination to make her dream a reality literally turned her life around and arguably saved the world. In this podcast, Dr. Suite shares her amazing story and pays tribute to Dr. Karikó's extraordinary tenacity of purpose and scientific accomplishments. #WomensHistoryMont...

In this final podcast in the series on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Dr. Suite discusses how 4 important self-care dimensions of human existence impact our ability to be effective at work and at home.  Be sure to check out this illuminating podcast and share this podcast series with your team. Twitter: @derekhsuitemd. 

In life and business, we will encounter disputes and disagreements where each party believes wholeheartedly that they are right. The result is usually gridlock,  conflict, or unhealthy compromises that hurt relationships and perpetuate win-lose cultures. In this podcast, Dr. Suite explores Stephen Covey's  synergistic approach that says: “ Let’s talk about this. First, "you tell me how y...

Build Black Man Build i s an inspirational poem written by Derek H. Suite. The poem celebrates"resilience in the face of recrudescence" as evidenced by the lives of black men, known and unknown, past and present. It speaks to the notion that there is no more powerful force than being informed and anchored by one's history-- and no higher wisdom than drawing from the divine legacy of experience, kn...

As an emotionally intelligent listener, you do more than just taking in another person's words. You're essentially in communion with that person as well. And, when they speak with you they feel that you genuinely care about them, their thoughts and feelings, and are willing to take the time to hear them out. In this illuminating podcast, Dr. Suite builds on concepts associated with empathic listen...

Achieving a “Win-Win” way of interacting with others is more than just being a nice person, or looking for a quick fix. You must find the courage to speak up for your needs and also have the emotional intelligence to show genuine consideration. In this insightful podcast, Dr. Suite continues to unpack some of the key elements of Stephen Covey's book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.  ...

Prioritization allows you to give your attention to tasks that are important and urgent so that you can later focus on lower priority tasks. The trouble is that if you only spend time with the urgent and important stuff, you may get caught up living a life of putting out fires at the expense of other life tasks that are even more important but not necessarily urgent, In this podcast, Dr. Suite unp...

Do you know where you are headed? Do you have a plan for your end-game?  Or, do you find that you are just going in circles. To put all the pieces of the puzzle we call life together requires that we keep the big picture in mind.    Begin with the End in Mind means to think about how you would like something to turn out before you get started. In this insightful podcast, Dr. Suite b...

Are you the reactive or proactive type?  Is your circle of concerns larger than your circle of influence? It could mean the difference between being effective, and fulfilled, or feeling stuck or despondent. In this podcast, Dr. Suite unpacks the first habit of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  Be sure to check out this insightful commentary. 

Doubt, fear, anger, regret, and uncertainty are always lurking around us. But they also depend on us to feed them and make them stronger. The one thing they hate to eat is "self-control." Learn more in this podcast. 

Sometimes, when a person gets a leadership title, they automatically believe they are a great communicator and that anything they say or write is easily and fully understood.  Yet over 60% of individuals in organizations say they don't understand or don't get enough information. Failure to pay attention to communication on the part of leaders and managers sets up teams and organizations for p...

In this final episode on how to make losing work for you, Dr. Suite explores the power of the past and how your relationship with the past holds the keys to how your future will unfold. Take a few minutes to reflect on these insights. Derek H. Suite, M.D. aka 'SUITES"  fullcircleconfidential.com 

In this episode, Dr. Suite discusses how to cultivate a winning response that is able to effectively respond to challenges, defeats, and setbacks. 

In this podcast,  Dr. Suite follows up his discussion on the right way to handle losing through the strategic use of practicing self-control as a resilience skill when facing challenges, opposition, and setbacks.

Having a win or learn (as opposed to a win or lose) attitude when facing a losing streak, encountering setbacks, and embracing the pain of defeat are the keys to sustaining a winning identity. Take 5 minutes to listen on how to be mentally tough no matter what comes your way.   For more visit www.fullcircleconidential.com  Derek H. Suite M.D. aka "SUITES "

Sometimes we need a little help from above. Each morning try listening to these divine affirmations each morning to motivate and sustain you for the challenges ahead.   Remember, you are more than a conqueror.  Be Blessed today.