It’s never just about accepting difference. It’s about leaders’ willingness to question the systems we are in, and create the changes needed, even if uncomfortable and uncertain. If you’re not doing that as a leader, it is highly unlikely that you are contributing to the meaningful progress you may intend. You can read more about […]
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In early 2023, there was a post that circulated on LinkedIn that encouraged people to smile more, because smiling could change how someone feels. I’m all for smiling – I do it a lot. But where is the line between faking it until you make it and toxic positivity? This quick read on optimism versus
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Thing is, no one thinks they’re ableist. …and that’s how ableism can sneak into leadership and impact people and organizations. How would you know if you were? Notice what pops up for you in the next few days. You’ll notice. Read more about anti-oppressive leadership here.
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An often-overlooked aspect of how leaders can help or hinder their goals for greater diversity, equity and psychological safety in their organizations, particularly in an era of organization diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI, also known as EDII which includes indigenization, or DEB, which includes belonging, JEDI, and other similar acronyms). It takes great courage It
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A safe space isn’t a safe space just because you say that it is. Just like you’re not an ally just because you believe you are and want to be one. The group of people you’re leading or facilitating gets to decide whether it’s a safe space. They decide this based on your behaviour and
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Popular author Simon Sinek said in a video in the past year that trust is built in physical workplaces outside of meetings, and that building trust in a virtual environment is forced. I recognize this author has a major following on topics of leadership and inspiration, and I appreciate that he makes an effort to
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For everyone who identifies as a woman, including trans women and those who resonate with femme gender identity, Tall Poppy Syndrome is likely very familiar. Did you know this experience had this name? This article indicates that a global study “has found almost 90 per cent of women surveyed have experienced ‘tall poppy syndrome’ in
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The leadership path to meaningful implementation of diversity, equity, belonging, indigenization, and overall genuinely respectful workplaces is both a) much simpler than we may have realized and b) more personally challenging. This article discusses why and includes thoughts for action. This might sound controversial. I hope you’ll hear me out. As much as it’s valuable
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This art piece by Nathan W. Pyle is a perfect example of how unacknowledged privilege can blind folks, whether formal leaders or not, to the oppression happening right in front of us. If you think this isn’t you at all, and that you would completely understand Mr. Mouse’s concerns, I would encourage you to ask
An Eagle, An Owl And A Mouse Walk Into… Read More »
What is misia? And why don’t I use phobia? You may have noticed that I use misia (e.g. “homomisia” and “transmisia”) instead of phobia (e.g. “homophobia” or “transphobia”). Why is this? A phobia is a real mental illness – intense, uncontrollable fear of something specific – that some folks live and struggle with. I think
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