What happens when you put four passionate people in a room together talking about diversity? Magic! Thatโs what happens. ๐ And not just because we all come from different backgrounds, but because our lenses into inclusion in the workplace are also so diverse. From Simon Dewar, Group CEO of BSI Digital Learning, to Kala Philips, CEO of BSI Learning institute and Nola Turner-Jensen, a Senior Aboriginal Research Fellow at Melbourne Uni to myself, Author of the Gender Penalty and When men lead women. The clip is my take on the importance of DEI from an interpersonal perspectiveโฆ and itโs not just DEI as it stands today; itโs the outcome or goal of DEI - ๐๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ . Diversity without understanding is just difference. Itโs disruptive. But diversity with understanding is transformative. It creates belonging.
Traditional notions of leadership often exclude diverse voices and perspectives, perpetuating inequality and limiting progress. By expanding our definition of good leadership, we create space for a multitude of talents and experiences to flourish, driving innovation and fostering a more equitable society.
If you are keen to see a shift in the way we discuss what โgood leadership looks likeโ then you might enjoy this talk tooโฆ
Dive deep into the biggest challenge confronting women professionals today: the double bind dilemma.
Picture this: Navigating the fine line between being perceived as "leaderlike" and "ladylike". It's not just about breaking the glass ceiling, it's about shattering stereotypes too!
So you think you don't have influence? Think again.
This clip covers one of my favourite takes on the reality of influence: We all have it. Sometimes, we even unconsciously influence people in the wrong direction, without knowing it. But influencing people against our own agendas is not the same as being without influence. It just feels like it is...
Effective communication is the cornerstone of career successโฆ ESPECIALLY if you are a technical expert.
In the workplace, your ability to convey ideas, listen actively, and build relationships is paramount. Clear and compelling communication not only helps you articulate your vision but also fosters understanding, trust, and teamwork. It's the key to closing deals, inspiring colleagues, and advancing your professional journey.
I was delighted to be a guest for the Difference Project, Episode 1 - "What sort of workplace does the future require? In this episode, we discussed how experiences and perspectives that come from unique differences become an essential quality of the workplace of the future. Watch the recorded episode here.
I was honoured to be a panelist on the first episode of ๐๐ข๐๐๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฃ๐๐๐ญ, a series of live digital conversations about how our differences might bring us together to pursue common goals, rather than divide us. We discussed how to use Difference to make a difference...to make systemic change toward a safer, fairer, more inclusive world.
Delighted to be interviewed in Women Who Win #Dreamcatchers, a global online media publication supporting women at work.
