Words That Move People From op-eds to organizational strategy guides, Zitty's writing has informed, inspired, and activated audiences across sectors. The publications shared here reflect her commitment to clarity, justice, and truth-telling—whether she's supporting a nonprofit's messaging, contributing to national dialogues, or crafting internal materials that shape team culture.
ResourCES, Podcast, & Publications
Podcast
Born in Swaziland and raised in North Carolina, Dr. Zithobile Nxumalo (Dr. Z) has always been fascinated with transformation, human behavior and awakening. The word "ukuvusa" means "to awaken" in the southern African language, Xhosa. Each episode features powerful conversations with experts and guests whose stories shed light on the many aspects of our humanity.
New episodes air LIVE Monday-Friday at 7amEST and 7pmEST - www.onyxurbanradio.net
Articles + Publications
Hidden Gems: Meet Zitty Nxumalo of Deftable LLC - VoyageRaleigh (March 2024)
15 Helpful Qualities Leaders Build By Increasing Their Self-Awareness - Forbes.com Expert Panel (December 2023)
20 Ways Leaders Can Build A Growth Culture By Embracing Failure - Forbes.com Expert Panel (December 2023)
20 Big Misconceptions That Continue To Hold Women Leaders Back - Forbes.com Expert Panel (September 2023)
Three Ways To Know If Your Client Is Coachable - Forbes.com (September 2023)
20 Simple Ways Leaders Can Inspire Employees To Elevate Performance - Forbes.com Expert Panel (August 2023)
20 Ways A Company Can Increase The Diversity Of Its Job Applicants - Forbes.com Expert Panel (August 2023)
20 Reliable Methods Coaches Can Use To Land New Clients - Forbes.com Expert Panel (August 2023)
19 Key Steps For College Students Hoping To Land A Dream Fall Internship - Forbes.com Expert Panel (August 2023)
Five Tips For Integrating Employees With Intellectual Or Developmental Disabilities - Forbes.com (August 2023)
17 Smart Ways Solopreneurs Take Their Personal Brand To The Next Level - Forbes.com Expert Panel (June 2023)
Your Financial Future: What Every Woman Should Know to be Financially Successful - International Assoc. of Women (IAW) (October 2018)
Relax, Refresh, Recharge: Triad Women Convene to Eat, Drink, and Be Merry - Huffington Post (November 2017)
Karen Barnes: Breaking the Rules of Innovation - Huffington Post (July 2017)
Meet Bill Johnson: The Dream Dean - Huffington Post (April 2017)
Strategic Shine: Tips for Authentic Networking - Huffington Post (April 2017)
Zitty, Zuckerberg, and Zeitgeist - Huffington Post (March 2017)
Why Spirituality is Key to Effective Addiction Recovery - Summit Estate Recovery Center (April 2016)
Mayhem and Meth: Party Culture and Drug Use in Silicon Valley - Summit Estate Recovery Center (March 2016)
Finding the Beat: A Swazi Girl's Greensboro Adventures - Triad City Beat (July 2015)
The Perfect Show and Tell - O.Henry Magazine, pg. 128 (October 2014)
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