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Over-talk & Over-communication
In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Barbara Stewart about the tendency to over-talk and its repercussions on our professional lives. Do you ever find yourself droning on and on when there’s opportunity to be more concise? Do you feel tempted to fill the lulls in conversation with chit-chat or verbal fluff? Do you find yourself as the subject of avoidance in dialogue-oriented situations? If so, you, our fellow femme friend, might be an over-talker. Over-talk is the act of talking too much or for too long in ways that drown out all other speakers present. As important as it is to communicate our messages to others, Barbara reminds us that when it comes to our professional speech, more is not always better. As a communications specialist, Barbara teaches us that the habit of excessive talking in the workplace can seriously hinder our professional reputation by eliciting undesirable consequences such as avoidance and miscommunication. She also affirms that there are prescriptive steps we can take to catch ourselves in the act and work toward maximizing our communication efficiency. From embracing a natural pause in the conversation to practicing succinct exchanges with trusted coworkers, Barbara gives us the tools to better hone in on language precision so we can strive to get that twenty-sentence ramble down to the brevity of a more powerful one-two verbal punch.
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Barbara Stewart
Barbara Stewart is an experienced Executive Coach focused on Leader Development and
Team Coaching. Prior to joining Endeavor Management, she founded and led Accelus
Partners as an Executive Coach for nine years before it merged with Endeavor. Combined
with her coaching experience are 20 years serving as a financial and business advisor to
C-Suite executives and business owners.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Brianna Harrington about the benefits of communicating our personal and professional values in the workplace. Staying true to oneself, dedicating time to family, prioritizing loyalty, seeking justice, securing an hour a day to watch bad YouTube covers of “I Want It That Way” — whatever it may be, we all have those few core principles that make us who we are. But as important as our values are to us individually, we can often feel inclined to abandon them in the workplace for the sake of acquiescence to its culture and its people. Instead, Brianna challenges us to infuse our values into our work environments in a way that can benefit us, both personally and professionally. As a speaker and consultant passionate about pursuing a fulfilling life, Brianna teaches us that our values are not something subject to being switched on and off once we step foot into the (zoom) office; instead, they are so deeply ingrained into who we are that they enhance our performance at work simply by making us feel happier and more in tune with ourselves. From dedicating time for self-reflection to respecting and accommodating differing opinions, Brianna guides us through the how-to's of effectively communicating our core values with those around us so that we’re able to foster the most supportive space for ourselves, enabling us to live and work optimistically!
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Brianna Harrington, MA
Brianna (Bri) Harrington, MA, is the founder of Seek United, an organization dedicated to helping people thrive. She is a health and wellness coach, certified yoga instructor, meditation teacher, avid hiker, and amateur watercolor artist. She empowers her audiences to make more space for self-care, increase their stress resilience while improving their productivity, health and happiness.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Caren Lock about commanding the room. Executive presence is that badass woman who walks in with all the self-assuredness in the world and demands to be heard. We’ve seen it, we want it, but how can we develop it? Caren divulges that, contrary to popular belief, executive presence isn’t this natural skill allotted to the lucky few; instead, it’s a skill that each of us can obtain with practice and positive habits. Equipped with her legal and public speaking background, Caren teaches us that commanding a room [as women] takes a more strategic approach because of the gendered communication behaviors that can and do undermine women's authority in the workplace. However, with awareness of our learned behaviors and a drive to improve, we can avoid detrimental habits that keep us from moving forward. From being cognizant of our intonation while speaking to ensuring we’re dressed for our power-roles, Caren reminds us that although gendered barriers cannot be ignored, they can be tackled by developing purposeful communication habits that reinforce our professional presence. We are all that badass woman who inspires confidence in those around us, and we owe it to ourselves to show up as her everyday!
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Caren Lock, JD
Caren Lock is the regional vice president and associate general counsel of government relations for TIAA, a national financial service firm. Caren attained her JD from Baylor University School of Law and has since worked as an experienced litigator. In addition to her professional work, Caren is a nonprofit leader with a passion for diversity & inclusion.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Susan Stutzel about the effect negative self-talk has on our confidence. We all have that incessant little voice in our heads that narrates our stories: what we can and cannot do, what is possible or impossible, and even how we see ourselves. As easy as it is to be complacent with the internal dialogue that often tells us “no, you can’t” or "that's not for you," mindset and productivity coach Susan Stutzel encourages us to become more aware and mindful of our negative self-talk. We learn that the way in which we speak to and perceive ourselves profoundly influences the trajectory of our personal and professional growth. Susan teaches us how we can begin flipping the script on our internal dialogue so that we progress from negative self-talk toward a more intentional, sustainable narrative that supports our confidence through our professional pursuits. From establishing accountability partners to journaling negative thought processes, Susan spotlights the importance of reframing the stories that women are often socialized to believe, moving from an "I can't do that" to an "I can do anything!" frame of mind. We must take the initiative in rewriting our own personal narratives in order for our belief systems to change that sneaky little voice in our heads.
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Susan Stutzel, CPA
Susan Stutzel, CPA, is passionate about freeing professional women from self-sabotaging goals and helping them build a life of purpose and balance. As a Mindset and Productivity Coach, she helps her clients ditch overwhelm by finding their voice through the process of rebuilding habits and expectations, so they can feel successful- both professionally and at home.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Alejandra Mielke about the role power and privilege play in the ability to micro-aggress against others. Microaggressions are everyday verbal, behavioral, or environmental snubs that demean, diminish, or harm members of marginalized groups through belittlement. “Your English is great,” or, “As a woman, I know what you go through as a racial minority,” might not appear harmful, but Alejandra enlightens us as to why such comments incur feelings of invalidation. As a DEI coach who works with underrepresented minorities to overcome workplace biases, Alejandra teaches us that microaggressions are born out of inherent power and privilege differences, which often creates a suppressive atmosphere for marginalized individuals. However, Alejandra assures us that derogatory comments and behaviors can be avoided when those in power become self-aware, and those on the receiving end respond suitably to their own needs. From accepting feedback to acknowledging that experiences are not one-and-the-same, Alejandra underscores that microaggressions can be halted through better awareness. As Alejandra best explains, power is infinite; and empowered people empower people!
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Alejandra Mielke, PhD
Dr. Alejandra Rodríguez Mielke is a Leadership Coach & Consultant with more than 20 years’ experience in the field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Dr. Mielke brings a strong expertise in social justice, equity, and adult learning after working at The University of Texas at Austin as an educational researcher and later as an independent consultant facilitating workshops and professional programs around Unconscious Bias, Power & Privilege, Inclusive Leadership, and Cultural Competency for local and global organizations.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Amber Briggle about implementing inclusive behaviors and non-exclusionary language into the workplace. We might be familiar with increasingly common inclusive practices like offering our preferred pronouns or using gender-neutral language; but, what more can we do to promote non-discriminatory culture in the workplace? While Amber walks us through the endless possibilities, we quickly realize that the better question to ask is: what can’t we do? As a small business owner and parent to a transgender child, Amber teaches us that although conscious and unconscious discriminatory behavior often pervade the workplace, uprooting these behaviors is well within reach. From breaking the habit of assuming gender and sexuality to rewriting parental leave policies, Amber emphasizes that being mindful of inclusivity through our interactions benefits the well-being of individuals and businesses alike. Although these actions appear slight, they are meaningful to people who are constantly excluded from the heteronormative mainstream. Being seen and valued is a privilege easily taken for granted, so let’s pay it forward to everyone of all identities!
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Amber Briggle, CMT
Amber Briggle (she/her) is an activist, speaker, writers, and self-described “mamabear” of a transgender child. Amber is internationally recognized for her work involving LGBTQ advocacy, is a founding member and former national co-chair of the Human Rights Campaign’s “Parents for Transgender Equality Council” and has been previously nominated by the Dallas Morning News as “Texan of the Year.” Mostly, though, she’s “just a mom” in the Dallas area who loves both of her kids unconditionally.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Kirya Francis about addressing bias and racism in the workplace. When we hear the words “bias” and “racism,” our minds often conjure up offensive scenarios reflective of other people’s presumptions; however, the subtle separation of marginalized communities from higher-level organizational involvement all too frequently goes unaddressed. Kirya teaches us that despite the gaps placed between those in habitual positions of power and folks of color, we can begin to bridge the gap when we become more aware of our actions and correct our prejudices. From assessing our assumptions to advancing opportunities that are often deprived of others, Kirya helps us realize that fostering DEI practices in the workplace need not be a complete overhaul of institutional racism. We can start by asking a questions like "Would you like my seat?" Through this approach , we can slowly and surely chip away at the old-school walls that keep minorities from participating at the table.
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Kirya Francis, MSTC
Kirya Francis is the Chief Diversity Officer at Omnicom Advertising Collective, where she merges her passion for inclusive workplaces with her purpose to give a diverse talent pool an equitable chance at excelling in advertising. Kirya has earned three degrees from the University of Texas at Austin in Radio-TV-Film, Broadcast Journalism, as well as a master’s degree from McCombs School of Business.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Frances Jordan about code-switching in the workplace. Code-switching is the practice of altering behavior, speech, appearance, or expression of oneself to optimize the comfort of others in exchange for fair treatment. On its surface, code-switching might seem a harmless way of operating, however we learn that code-switching reaps consequences of identity erasure that are anything but benign. Frances reframes code-switching as a barrier that represses vulnerability and inhibits us from showing up in the workplace as our most authentic selves. From identifying specific triggers to understanding that no two people share identical experiences, Frances helps us realize that there’s power in showing up honestly if we so choose, just as there’s power in welcoming and respectfully empathizing with our co-workers’ individual experiences. Regardless of race, religion, sexuality, or identity, we’re all here to be the best professionals we can be — and we all deserve to do so as our most authentic selves!
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Frances Leigh Jordan, Esq.
Frances Leigh Jordan currently works at Notley as the Policy and Social Equity Director. Since law school, she's worked in civil rights, child protection services, and transportation with government agencies. She is an active member of the Austin Stone and has been volunteering with the Austin Justice Coalition since 2016, and currently serves as the Board Chair. She received her bachelor’s degree in political science at Tuskegee University in 2008 and received her Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky in 2011.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Jashn Agrawal as she advocates for companies to lead with inclusive cultures, which will then garner them diverse talent. Oftentimes we hear the terms diversity and inclusion used interchangeably in DEI conversations; however, understanding the fundamental difference and interactions between the two is critical to cultivating a truly diverse and inclusive workplace. As an HR professional with a passion for inclusion-first policies, Jashn clarifies that inclusion goes beyond the numbers and focuses on nurturing appreciation for and amongst all employees. From acknowledging and addressing our unconscious bias to being consistent in our organizational core values, Jashn affirms that although inclusion is an extensive process, it’s nonetheless necessary to achieve an optimal workplace. As inclusive cultures become the norm, diverse talent often follows [and stays] of its own accord, thereby benefitting both the employers and the employees.
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Jashn Agrawal, MBA
Jashn is an accomplished HR Leader with a strong track record of leading & supporting global teams for companies like IKEA, Burson-Marsteller, AMEX and GE. Her expertise lies in successfully leading organizational planning and development through strategic initiatives and programs. Jashn holds a double MBA in HR with the most recent one being from Cornell University’s International Labor Research (ILR) Institute. In her free time, Jashn loves to bury her nose in a non-fiction book, do yoga, or go for long walks.
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In this episode, herdacious host Lorelei chats with Kellie Sauls about establishing ERGs in the workplace. ERGs, or employee resource groups, are employee coalitions assembled to fulfill a common goal or mission they wish to see reflected in the workplace. Equipped with her DE&I and ERG leadership expertise, Kellie walks us through the steps of bringing ERG plans into fruition so we can achieve a workplace that encourages its employees to see the value in their professional contributions. From welcoming inclusive, sometimes crusty support (more on that in the episode) to scouting an executive sponsor qualified to lead us down the road, Kellie helps us realize that the power behind building a successful and productive ERG derives from company-wide collaboration. Whether we have a direct stake in an ERGs' initiative or just want to be an ally to our colleagues, membership into this club is not exclusive. So, come one, come all and enter the world of all things ERGs!
Host: Lorelei Gonzalez
Co-host: Kellie Sauls, MS
Currently as the Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), Ms. Sauls leads the direction and oversight of DE&I strategy, program development and management across the organization. Additionally, she has been engaged in impactful volunteer work within her community including board service, co-establishing a TEDx program, DE&I consultation services, and serving on local and national diversity related advisory councils. Ms. Sauls holds a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Texas at Austin and an M.S. in Counseling and Clinical Programs from Columbus State University.
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