Authentic Living

Quote: “We think about change management, but you can’t manage change and people. But you can lead a change!” Jackie Ferguson

There has been such a buzz created around diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we have all seen how improving them can create a huge shift in society and the workplace. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we’re thrilled to welcome Certified Diversity Executive Jackie Ferguson to share her insights and ideas about how to implement and manage DEI in the workplace as a leader.

Jackie (she/her) was raised in a multi-generational, multi-racial, multi-regional home where diversity and inclusion were intrinsic personal values. She has been volunteering for and donating to equality organizations for more than twenty years. Jackie spent the majority of her career in various aspects of business for organizations ranging from small start-ups to large Fortune 500 companies before earning her designation as Certified Diversity Executive (CDE) and becoming co-founder of The Diversity Movement.

The current DEI climate. 1:30

Jackie is a proud wife and mom, alumnae of the University of South Florida and moderately arrogant home cook.

As I offer executive coaching, I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic selves to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict. Click here to contact me at your convenience, or click here to Chat with Roxanne!

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Stay Authentic,

Roxanne

The Diversity Movement: https://thediversitymovement.com
Jackie’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejackieferguson/

Dr. Natasha Williams is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario and the past Chair of the Board of Directors at Women’s Health in Women’s Hands, a Community Health Centre for black women and women of colour in Toronto. Dr. Williams is a member of the Ontario Psychological Association (OPA), Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) and the American Psychological Association (APA). She is the current trainer with the Adler Graduate Professional School in the CBT certificate program and is a guest facilitator/trainer with CAMH in topics such as culturally adapting cognitive behavioural therapy for the English-speaking Caribbean community and Motivational Interviewing. Dr. Williams is the co-Director of Allied Psychological Services and she operates an anti-oppressive private practice providing assessment, individual and group psychotherapy, corporate consultation, research, supervision and training services to clients from diverse ethno-racial backgrounds, gender and socio-economic backgrounds.

Quote: “Your EAP should be a hub. It should be the place that everybody goes to when they need a resource, counselling, childcare, elder care, any kind of wellness resource.” Bernie Dyme

I had such a wonderful and information-filled chat with Bernie Dyme last week that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. In case you missed last week, here’s the link to Part I: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uj7C5gr3NQ

It’s not mandatory that you listen to it first, but I recommend that you do. There’s so much amazing content, it would be a shame for you to miss out on any of it.

At this point in time, we’re all looking for some return to “normalcy”. As the pandemic continues, (and it doesn’t seem like there is any end in sight) we continue to struggle through the challenges and are doing our best to keep moving forward. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome back EAP expert, Bernie Dyme to hear Part II where he will share his thoughts about the increase of EAP and mental health services being utilized and helping leaders design a safe and mentally healthy workspace for their teams.

Since co-founding Perspectives Ltd in 1981, President and CEO Bernie Dyme has helped developed an organization committed to delivering the highest-quality workplace resource programs. Bernie continues to create a balanced approach between cost savings and safe, healthy, and productive workforces.

Creating a mentally fit workplace. 1:00

As we move toward reopening workspaces and gathering again, I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic self to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict. I offer executive coaching and leadership training that will help you create more resilient teams and retain your best people. Click here to contact me at your convenience or click here to Chat with Roxanne!

Stay Authentic,

Roxanne

Email Bernie: [email protected]

We all know that traumatic events in our lives can print an indelible mark on our psyche, but how do we move through the aftermath to see a better outcome on the other side? On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Heather Reid who will share her stories of pain, the damage it did and how she moved beyond her own issues to become an example and a voice for her own children in their times of need.

Heather is no stranger to change and challenges in her personal life. She is a survivor of sexual trauma in her youth, and the mom of two adult children with thought-provoking life stories of their own! By candidly sharing the lessons she has learned throughout her life, Heather hopes to help others on their own journeys of change and challenges.

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Defining success – it’s different for everyone.2:45

With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about creating a healthier mindset. Click here to contact me at your convenience or click here to book a complementary call with me.

You can find more information about me and how I can help you live a more authentic and resilient life at RoxanneDerhodge.com

Thank you,

Roxanne

Heather’s website: https://plannerprotect.ca/

Quote: “I’m going in and having these conversations and making connections based on a genuine desire to connect to understand and how it’s going to help someone other than myself.” Paul Gunn

People today are demanding better. At home, in the workplace as well as the companies we deal with. We want to know that what we spend our money on is going to deserving and caring companies. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome servant leader Paul Gunn to share his thoughts on how we can all become more empathetic in life and in business.

Paul has developed a career around procurement, logistics and supply chain. He is highly skilled in this domain with proven results as evidenced by the firms he has owned and the stellar delivery performance records of each firm. Some of his capabilities include consulting, training and project management implementing quality management, continuous improvement and technology solutions for global organizations leading cross-functional teams in Asia, Europe, Middle East, and America. He is a proven skilled leader in lifecycle and business process management.

A little about Paul. 3:00

With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and creating a healthier mindset.

I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life.

Stay Authentic,

Roxanne

Pauls’ website: http://www.kuoginc.com/

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As we’ve been moving through the pandemic, there’s been a greater demand for a shift in leadership. Leaders find themselves needing to be more connected to their teams than ever before. Meeting the needs of their employees in these tumultuous times has been a bigger challenge than it was before COVID started and retaining their top talent is essential. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Hema Crockett to share her thoughts on how to develop a healthier corporate culture while leading through a crisis. Hema is a military spouse, entrepreneur, and recovering HR executive, who worked in the private sector as well as for the DOJ and State Department for 18 years before becoming an entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of Gig Talent, a modern talent collective connecting high-caliber HR consultants and leadership coaches with forward-thinking organizations.

For full show notes including links, visit: https://roxannederhodge.com/

How connected are you to yourself and the understanding of why you lead the way you do? Do you feel like you have a good relationship with your team? Do you have a great relationship with yourself and love who you are? On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we are thrilled to welcome Mindfulness Expert Dr. Ron Stotts to share his vast knowledge about creating a better relationship with ourselves and, in turn, everyone around us.

After getting a Ph.D. in Psychology and a Doctorate in Chiropractic, Dr. Ron discovered that the biggest challenge business leaders face today is looking outside for what can only be found within. With several decades of experience, Dr. Ron has made it his mission to lead entrepreneurs on a transformational inner journey into the highest levels of conscious leadership. Dr. Ron has helped thousands of entrepreneurs, CEOs, and top executives from organizations such as AT&T, The Indianapolis Colts, and Lucas Films.

For full show notes including links, visit: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

Quote: “I think as a leader, the best thing you can do is create safe boundaries and a vision for your team. The second part is live it. I think that’s the part that builds trust. You can paint a beautiful vision, but if you don’t follow through, you’re only halfway there, at best.” Sabrina Shafer

Human connection is a deep bond that’s formed between people when they feel seen and valued. During an authentic human connection, people exchange positive energy with one another and build trust. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we’re happy to welcome Sabrina Shafer to share her unique perspective on why creating connections with others is essential to business and leadership.

This was such a great interview packed with so much inspirational information that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Here’s the link to Part 1: https://roxannederhodge.com/connecting-to-lead-and-the-ror-with-sabrina-shafer/

Sabrina has dedicated her life to understanding how people learn, and to helping people achieve optimal success through research-based action. With a background in behavioural analysis, business, and digital transformation, she helps organizations see enablement and strategy differently. Sabrina is CEO of Transformation Continuum, an end-to-end go-to-market and enablement agency for high-technology organizations and their ecosystem partners.

Retaining and motivating teams. 3:00

Surrounding herself with wise counsel, building high-performing teams, constantly learning, and using well-researched insights, she consistently delivers organizational and individual growth.

As I offer executive coaching, I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic selves to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict.

I welcome you to book a complimentary discovery call: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/ and take our online quiz to rate your authenticity as a leader: https://roxannederhodge.com/quiz

Have you heard? My new book, ROR: Return On Relationships, will be available on June 10th! Visit https://roxannederhodge.com/book/ to pre-order your copy today.

Stay Authentic,

Roxanne

Sabrina’s website: https://transformationcontinuum.com/