In this solo episode, Carley explores the concept of seeing whiteness and how to have important conversations about race at work. Carley will share an essential 3 part framework to support you to have brave exchanges that can foster more compassion, equity, safety, inclusion, and collaboration in the workplace.

 

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces the critical topic of today’s podcast — bridging differences in our workplaces and in our world.

[4:48] Carley’s diversity story and how it has shaped her views of discrimination, oppression, slavery, racism, and the importance of the inner work that affects how we show up.

[7:01] Introducing the inner game skill of greater self awareness, emotional intelligence, empathy, resilience and how it enables us to build bridges and lead consciously.

[10:23] How can we bridge our differences in ways that enable collaboration and creative solutions? It starts with getting comfortable with discomfort and a willingness to try and try again.

[12:43] The initial inner skills that will allow you to bridge differences including assuming positive intent, becoming a better listener, employing mindfulness exercises, and practicing self-compassion.

[18:05] Three steps to guide you through difficult conversations about race including acknowledgement and validation, curiosity with compassion, and focusing on solutions.

[23:10] Three powerful resources that can support you in your efforts to heal the division and divide of our world.

[25:47] Racism is a form of trauma — how can your commitment to your inner work allow you to promote inclusion and healing?

[27:22] Carley explains how you can prioritize your self-care by utilizing food as medicine.

 

Resources:

Leading from Wholeness

Carley Hauck on Instagram

Carley Hauck on LinkedIn

Lead From Light Daily Rituals

“Befriending Your Inner Critic” by Carley Hauck

Seeing White

Beyond Ally

Embodying Courage

Four Sigmatic