Questioning Work

#03: Why does the organization sometimes feel dangerous?


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Ciela, Maxine, and Terri discuss why being a part of an organization often feels dangerous and the feelings of fear and anxiety that can result. They explore the changing expectations of leaders and organizations in a post-COVID world, why kindness is key at the individual and collective level, the problem with blurry lines between professional and personal relationships, and more.

Topics Include:

  • Vulnerability in the workplace
  • Changing expectations for leaders and organizations
  • Objective truths vs subjective human experiences
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Personal growth as an organizational goal
  • Belonging–knowing that you are cared for and a part of
  • Balancing safety and risk
  • Appropriate levels of connection and intimacy with your team and advisors
  • The problem with "family" as a core value in the workplace
  • Kindness as a balm for fear and anxiety 
  • Being nice vs being kind
  • The need to ask better questions
  • And other topics...

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Resources Mentioned:
Immunity to Change by Robert Kegan
Better Listening by Jack Zenger and Joseph Folkman

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Questioning WorkBy Terri Soller / Maxine Jaffit / Ciela Hartanov

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