Rhodes Perry Consulting, LLC

02/20/2026

A look back at this decade-long journey to help you bridge the gap between who you say you are and who you are actually being—so you can build true belonging from the inside out.

02/13/2026

Last month, I traveled to India. It wasn’t a vacation—it was a pilgrimage. 🌏

I went to open a sacred path to deepen my spiritual goals: Healing, Expression, and Transformation. I wanted to practice being the most honest version of myself, without the need to over-explain or make others comfortable at the expense of my own truth.

The journey was profound, austere, and deeply silent. It was designed to "disassemble" who I was so I could rebuild from a place of intuition rather than just logic.

Since returning, I wanted to find a way to share this experience with you—not just the stories, but the feeling of it.

I’ve created a Somatic Gratitude Meditation (and a video featuring photos from the trip!) to help you build a sense of belonging from the inside out. It guides you through four layers of appreciation:

The Earth

The Community

The Spirit

The Self

I hope this practice offers you a sanctuary to open your heart, just as India did for me.

Read the full reflection and watch the video here:

My spiritual pilgrimage to India catalyzed a deeper sense of belonging from the inside out—and I brought back a somatic gratitude practice to help you find yours.

02/03/2026

Ever walked into a high-stakes meeting with a polished script, said all the right words, and had it land totally flat? 😳

I have. It’s exhausting. You leave wondering, "I did everything right. Why didn’t that work?”

Here is a difficult truth I explore in my latest Substack article...your strategy was right, but your nervous system was off.

Humans are wired to detect threats. If you are internally panicked, rushing, or fearful (even if you are smiling your way through it) your body is broadcasting a signal of danger.

Your team will always believe your presence over your words.

Traditional leadership programs ignore this reality. They teach you what to do, but not how to be.

It’s time to look at the biology of leadership.

Read the full post on why your scripts are failing and how developing somatic leadership skills can help.

[Link to Substack Post: https://rhodesperry.substack.com/p/the-signal-you-cant-disguise]

01/07/2026

Welcome to the first full work week of 2026. 🗓️

If you are like most leaders I know, you are staring at a fresh calendar today. You might feel the pressure to immediately start sprinting—to launch new initiatives, send the strategy emails, and prove that this year will be different.

But before you dive into ex*****on mode, I want to return to a question I posed in December regarding the "elephant in the room"—the chaos and heaviness of the current moment.

The old behaviors of perfectionism and simply "doing more" are failing us. So, if the answer isn't doing more, what is it?

Who will you be in 2026?

For the past year, I have been quietly working on a new methodology that forms the foundation of my upcoming book, Roads Less Traveled. The core premise is simple but challenging:

You cannot lead others to places you have not traveled yourself.

Most leadership advice focuses on the "paved roads." These are external strategies: how to delegate, how to give feedback, how to write a strategic plan. These roads are crowded because they feel safe.

But to lead through the chaos and actually thrive in 2026, we have to take the road less traveled. This is the journey inward.

It is the work of: ✔️ Regulating your own nervous system. ✔️ Clarifying who you are being rather than measuring success by what you are doing. ✔️ Building the internal capacity to hold space for fear and grief without crumbling.

This isn't the easy path. It asks you to drop the conforming armor of "professionalism" and show up as a whole, wise human being. But it is the only path that leads to genuine credibility and trust.

As you look at your goals for this year, ask yourself: Am I planning for what I need to DO, or am I planning for who I need to BE?

To help you answer that question, I’ve created a short 15-minute meditation to help you reset before moving deeper into the year.

🔗 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-do-you-need-to-become-to-build-belonging-spaces/id1616699344?i=1000704928835

11/13/2025

Seven years ago, on World Kindness Day, our founder, Rhodes Perry, published his first book, "Belonging at Work." The book emphasizes the importance of prioritizing humans in our organizations for both business success and employee well-being.

As readers continue to engage positively with the book's focus on upending the $1 trillion problem of workplace exclusion, we are grateful to witness a shift among the organizational and people leaders we support. They now understand that fostering a sense of belonging is not a "nice to have," but rather, the #1 prerequisite for organizational success and even those elusive industry breakthroughs.

To celebrate the 7th year of "Belonging at Work," the upcoming launch of Rhodes' new memoir and methodology book, and a decade of growing the Belonging Movement, we invite you to discover how to continue developing the necessary skills to effectively respond to these incomprehensible times to build more safety, trust, and belonging for yourself and those you lead.

Here's how you celebrate with us!

1. 📚 Explore the Belonging Books. Get the e-book versions of "Belonging at Work" and "Imagine Belonging" for just $0.99 from Nov 17–Dec 8!

2. 🔑 Engage in 1:1 Coaching. Join my Winter Belonging Coaching Offer to clarify your path for the upcoming year at a special rate.

3. ✨ Collaborate in Community. Save the Date for an information session on December 17th at 10:00 am PT to learn about an exclusive group coaching program starting in February. Help shape the content and practices from my new book, "Roads Less Traveled."

We look forward to supporting your journey as you navigate the inevitable transitions of these challenging and dynamic times.

Thank you for helping us grow our Belonging Movement!

Explore more here: https://lnkd.in/gUHsiUeu

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10/20/2025

Is the world feeling chaotic and incomprehensible? 🤯 In an era of relentless attacks on human rights and the critical work of DEI, the question isn't if we need guidance—it's where to find it.

Your COMPASS to navigate these difficult times is ready! 🧭

Join us TOMORROW at Imagine Belonging's Beyond the Archive live panel discussion!

I’ll be hosting Emmy-nominated filmmaker Bennett Singer and People & Culture Strategist Monique Hunt for a critical, heart-centered conversation. We’re journeying into the past to uncover how the struggles and triumphs of LGBTQ+ civil rights history serve as a powerful roadmap to build Belonging at Work & beyond. 🏳️‍🌈

This is an essential event for leaders and professionals committed to safety and inclusion. You will leave with actionable strategies:

✨ Facilitate Essential Conversations: Learn to discuss DEI and unlock your workforce's creativity and connection.
📈 Communicate Value: Master communicating the worth of belonging initiatives to senior leaders, grounding it in historical impact.
🤝 Gain Relational Skills: Acquire powerful, human-centered skills focused on empathy, deep listening, and cross-cultural communication.

Don't miss out on this powerful, FREE experience designed to help you honor your commitment to creating safety, trust, and belonging at work.

Save your seat here: https://rhodesperry.substack.com/p/beyond-the-archive-the-history-lesson

This LGBTQ+ History Month, join Beyond the Archive, a live panel where we will unlock the strategic power of LGBTQ+ history to inform & reinvigorate your strategies to build belonging at work.

09/22/2025

Is your leadership style stuck in the past? ⏳ In a world desperate for strong, spiritually-grounded leaders, it's time to go beyond outdated theory and practice a new way to lead with greater presence, clarity, and impact.

Rhodes Perry's new LinkedIn course, Embodied Leadership: Practices to Transform Yourself and Those You Lead, will empower you to align your values with your actions and build trust and resilience in your team. This isn't just theory—it’s about practical skills you can use immediately.

What Students are Saying:

"Embodied Leadership is a totally worthwhile course for anyone concerned about raising their leadership, especially in the current challenging work climate. Author Rhodes Perry's experience comes through as he presents the concepts so masterfully that they're both insightful and sensible."

"The course does a great job of establishing why previous models of leadership aren't necessarily producing desired outcomes and how embodied leadership provides a superior model for building trust, resilience, and high-performing teams... Practicing stress management skills, boundaries, and collective care with a group of people felt absolutely practical and useful right away. Overall, this is an incredible course that provides complete, life-changing leadership."

Ready to transform your leadership and become the leader the world needs you to be?

Learn more and enroll here:

The old ways of leading are outdated, limiting your options for addressing the urgent challenges we face today. Learn about embodied leadership paradigms that build more resilient, equitable, and sustainable organizations capable of thriving in the face of unprecedented challenges.

09/03/2025

The most powerful leaders aren't the ones who stick with the status quo —they're the ones brave enough to change it during times like these.

In a world that demands constant adaptation, trusting your intuition and being open to new directions isn't a weakness; it's your greatest strength.

Our CEO, Rhodes Perry, recently wrote about a pivotal moment when he decided to radically change course on his third book.

This shift wasn't a decision he made with his mind—it was a decision he made by listening to the wisdom of his body.

In his latest Substack post, Rhodes shares a simple yet profound somatic exercise that helped him listen to the anxiety he felt and accept it not as an obstacle, but as a messenger pointing toward a more authentic path.

This isn't just about writing a book. It's a powerful lesson for every leader:
Your emotions offer valuable data. Instead of pushing away feelings like anxiety or fear, you can befriend them. They often hold the key to the very change you need to make.

Self-trust is the foundation for personal growth. By learning to listen to your body's wisdom, you begin building the confidence to navigate uncertainty and make decisions that lead to REAL transformation.

This is the heart of the somatic leadership coaching we offer at Rhodes Perry Consulting. It’s about building a deeper connection with yourself so you can lead with more clarity, courage, and authenticity.

Ready to explore how somatic leadership coaching can help you navigate change and build deeper self-trust? Read Rhodes's full article here and access additional resources to support your own journey:

https://rhodesperry.substack.com/p/the-book-i-didnt-plan-to-write

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Why the very emotions we try to avoid are often the messengers we need to follow.

07/29/2025

When is Enough...Enough?

Are you constantly striving for 'more,' feeling caught in a cycle of scarcity, even when you have all the receipts of your achievements?

Our CEO, Rhodes Perry, MPA (he/him), recently faced this profound question during a challenging Mt. Rainier summit bid.

His experience revealed a powerful truth: our bodies hold the wisdom to define what "enough" truly means for us.

In his latest Substack article, "When is Enough...Enough?", Rhodes dives deep into:

✨Liberating Yourself from Scarcity Thinking: Recognize how U.S. culture's relentless pursuit of "more" can lead to burnout, dissatisfaction, and poor decision-making.

✨The Embodied Spectrum of Giving & Taking: Discover your authentic capacity to contribute sustainably and receive what you truly need for replenishment.

✨Unlocking Your Body's Wisdom: Learn a somatic practice that can serve as your inner compass, guiding you to a more fulfilling life and courageous leadership.

This isn't just about personal well-being; it's about becoming the resilient, grounded leader our world desperately needs.

When you create your definition of "enough," you lead with greater strength, clarity, and courage.

Ready to align with becoming the leader you have been waiting for by defining your conditions of satisfaction?

Read the full article and explore how somatic coaching can transform your leadership journey: ➡️ https://rhodesperry.substack.com/p/when-is-enoughenough

Clarify your definition of 'enough' through a somatic practice featured in this article. It will liberate you from scarcity thinking and inspire a mindset of fulfillment and satisfaction.

07/16/2025

We’re proud to be a member of the Morgan Stanley Small Business Academy Class of ’25!

We were selected as one of sixteen companies from around the globe to participate in a comprehensive educational program designed to empower small business owners with the competitive knowledge and resources to grow and scale their businesses during these uncertain times.

We are grateful for all the support we have received in expanding our mission to build workspaces of belonging globally and across various industries.

A deep bow of gratitude to Shendora Pridgen and your incredible Small Business Academy Team 🙏🏻🎓✨

07/01/2025

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Pride in Exile – Defending LGBTQ+ Workplace Protections

As Pride Month comes to a close, the fight for LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion is more critical than ever. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), designed to ensure fair treatment, is undergoing changes that threaten the hard-earned rights of LGBTQ+ employees.

I had the profound honor of hosting two absolute titans in this battle: Chai Feldblum, former EEOC Commissioner under President Barack Obama, and Judge Karen Ortiz, who bravely challenged current EEOC leadership.

In this exclusive interview, we dive into:

🏆 Their Career Journeys: How these leaders reached EEOC leadership and the significant advancements made in LGBTQ+ workplace protections over the past two decades.

🚨 Threats & Counter-Strategies: An in-depth look at current challenges to LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion and concrete strategies to resist them, highlighting the vital role of the all-volunteer organization, Pride in Exile.

🔮Vision for a Belonging Society: A forward-looking discussion on building a future of work where belonging is truly inclusive for all, especially the most vulnerable within our LGBTQ+ communities.

This conversation is designed to support visionary leaders like you. If you're committed to building workplaces that center safety, trust, and belonging, this is a must-watch.

Want to gain essential skills to apply this learning to your work? Consider joining the Belonging Movement today for exclusive access to complimentary workshops, group coaching sessions, and 1:1 somatic coaching offers.

Read the full article, watch the exclusive interview, and learn how to join the Belonging Movement here: https://rhodesperry.substack.com/p/exclusive-interview-pride-in-exile?triedRedirect=true

As Pride Month comes to a close, learn from two absolute LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion titans: former EEOC Commissioner Chai Feldblum and former EEOC Judge Karen Ortiz, and build on their legacies.