May 21, 2024

Navigating Workplace Politics: Respect, Empathy, and Inclusivity with Rick Hammell

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44 minutes

In this episode we speak with Rick Hammell, CEO and Founder at Helios about the challenges of workplace politics, respect, empathy, and inclusivity.

Takeaways

Respect diverse viewpoints and create an inclusive environment in the workplace.

Avoid discussing politics in the workplace unless it becomes a source of anxiety or discomfort for someone.

Engage in fact-based conversations and be open to understanding different perspectives.

Recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and understand that diversity includes everyone.

Focus on solution-based discussions rather than finger-pointing or alternative facts. Respect and empathy are crucial in navigating political discussions in the workplace.

Companies should set clear boundaries and consequences for inappropriate behavior related to politics.

Social media can amplify political discussions and make it difficult to separate personal and professional lives.

Diversity and inclusion are important in creating a respectful and understanding work environment.

DNA testing can provide insights into personal histories and help foster a sense of identity and belonging.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Humorous Exchange

08:05 Setting the Stage: Election Year and Workplace Discourse

14:11 The Complexity of the Word 'Diversity'

29:11 Embracing Diversity and Inclusion

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May 21, 2024

Navigating Workplace Politics: Respect, Empathy, and Inclusivity with Rick Hammell

Listen Later

44 minutes

In this episode we speak with Rick Hammell, CEO and Founder at Helios about the challenges of workplace politics, respect, empathy, and inclusivity.

Takeaways

Respect diverse viewpoints and create an inclusive environment in the workplace.

Avoid discussing politics in the workplace unless it becomes a source of anxiety or discomfort for someone.

Engage in fact-based conversations and be open to understanding different perspectives.

Recognize the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and understand that diversity includes everyone.

Focus on solution-based discussions rather than finger-pointing or alternative facts. Respect and empathy are crucial in navigating political discussions in the workplace.

Companies should set clear boundaries and consequences for inappropriate behavior related to politics.

Social media can amplify political discussions and make it difficult to separate personal and professional lives.

Diversity and inclusion are important in creating a respectful and understanding work environment.

DNA testing can provide insights into personal histories and help foster a sense of identity and belonging.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Humorous Exchange

08:05 Setting the Stage: Election Year and Workplace Discourse

14:11 The Complexity of the Word 'Diversity'

29:11 Embracing Diversity and Inclusion

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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