The Diverse Minds Podcast

Welcome to the 262nd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In today's episode, we’re tackling a topic that affects every workplace: conflict.

We'll explore the common causes of workplace conflict, dive into effective strategies for managing it, and discuss the serious consequences when it’s left unresolved.

• What is workplace conflict? [01:09]
• Common causes of workplace conflict. [01:30]
• How to effectively manage conflict at work. [03:12]
• Negative effects of unresolved conflict in the workplace. [07:11]
• Why understanding conflict is essential. [08:41]

• Workplace conflict includes any type of conflict that takes place within work.
• Inequity at work is a huge cause of conflict.
• Unfortunately, workplace conflict is inevitable.
• Mediation is very different to coaching.
• We don’t want things to be formal all the time.

• Episode #106: Cross-Cultural Understanding at Work
• Episode #107: Book Review Culture Map by Erin Meyer
• Episode #108: What’s the big deal with Cultural appropriation?
• Episode #109: 8 ways to Create Culturally Inclusive Meetings
• Download the free 200 Episode Guide with clickable links HERE.
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 261st episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! This month, we're focusing on a crucial and timely theme: conflict and how to manage it effectively.

• Why I decided to cover this topic. [00:46]
• Rachael Twumasi-Corson’s reflections on recent race riots [02:12]
• The impact of the riots on the workplace [03:27]
• Some strategies for employers to ease tensions [06:03]
• How I can support you. [10:49]

• What happens outside the workplace, affects the workplace.
• We do know that with the fascist riotings, there was a lot of looting and damage to property
• This isn’t about accusing every single white person of being a fascist rioter.
• Racially marginalised communities have seen this time and time again.
• Talk to your race equality network to see what they need.

• Riots show how the UK's far-right has changed
• Raenaissance Writes
• Download the free 200 Episode Guide with clickable links HERE.
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 260th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! Today, we're celebrating a significant milestone - our 5th anniversary and a total of 260 episodes, including a bonus episode. In this special episode, I’ll share the five key lessons I’ve learned over the past five years of podcasting.

• About my TEDx Talk. [00:55]
• Overview of the themes we've covered on the podcast this year. [02:20]
• Total podcast downloads to date. [05:20]
• Other podcasts I've appeared on. [06:23]
• Future plans for the Diverse Minds podcast. [06:53]

• I haven't been on many podcasts this year.
• You don't know everything about everything.
• The key is to keep going with it.
• I’ve enjoyed focusing on solo episodes this year.
• It's been really great meeting and connecting with people over the last five years.

• Episodes: 210 - 214
• Episodes: 215 - 219
• Episodes: 220 - 224
• Episodes: 225 - 229
• Episodes: 230 - 234
• Episodes: 235 - 239
• Episodes: 240 - 244
• Episodes: 245 - 249
• Episodes: 250 - 254
• Episodes: 255 - 259
• The Diverse Minds 200 Episode Podcast Guide.
• The Happiness Challenge
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 259th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. As part of our ongoing 'Free to Be Me' series, this week’s conversation is with the inspiring Dimple Mukherjee.

About Dimple Mukherjee

Dimple Mukherjee is an Occupational Therapist, Positive Psychology Practitioner, Coach, and the Author of her latest release, “Word of the Year: True Stories About Intentional Living Using the Power of a Single Word” which is now available globally and Indie bookstores.

Dimple’s life philosophy is rooted in and centred around good health and wellness. She believes that the medicine for our times can be found in the co-creation process with Mother Earth and our Universe. Dimple strongly believes in the power of intentional and conscious living as the pathway to fulfilment and well-being. It starts with the spirit and by cultivating a strong relationship with the wisdom within.

Dimple has dedicated the past few years to learning and understanding how profoundly intentional living can shape our lives and improve our overall health. She has created programmes, workshops, journals and a book highlighting the benefits of intentional living through the power of one word. Dimple has found this practice to be not only transformative but also simple, fun and accessible.

• Dimple’s current projects and what she’s focused on. [01:55]
• How she began her career and what inspired her. [05:38]
• What the concept of "resilience" means to her. [17:59]
• How workplaces can better understand and accommodate diverse South Asian perspectives. [20:16]
• Her top three mental health tips. [24:07]

• I’m always looking for different ways of expanding my growth.
• My take on HRT is that it’s not for me at this point.
• Shame is something I struggle with
• My brother and I had a really hard time adjusting to the British school system.
• It takes a lot of courage to be vulnerable.

• Visit Dimple's website
• Follow her on Facebook and Instagram
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 258th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In honour of South Asian History Month and this year’s theme, Free To Be Me, we delve into the importance of self-expression in the workplace.

Join me as we explore why self-expression matters and how it can impact our work environment.

• Why I decided to make today’s episode. [02:34]
• The definition of the term “self-expression”. [02:53]
• Some statistics about self-expression at work. [04:00]
• Some examples of microaggression. [06:48]
• What you can do to enable self-expression positively. [09:06]

• For people to be free at work, the environment needs to be conducive to doing that.
• Self-expression is also about how people have to hide part of themselves.
• Often, we’re forced to fit into moulds.
• It’s very difficult to show self-expression because of the questions that get asked about you.
• Self-expression shouldn’t be to the detriment of other people.

• The stats behind #BeYourselfAtWork
• Self-Expression for Working Professionals.
• Episode #203: What kind of South Asian are you?
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 257th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. It's South Asian History Month, and this year's theme is Free To Be Me.

In today's episode, we deeply explore this year's theme and dive into the concept of authenticity. We also examine the intricate relationship between our values and our true selves and discuss the fascinating insights from Professor Herminia Ibarra's work on the authenticity paradox.

If you enjoyed this episode, then consider subscribing on Apple podcast, Spotify or wherever you access your podcasts from.]

• About my TEDx Talk and how it links to this year's SAHM theme. [00:41]
• About this year’s South Asian month theme. [1:22]
• The definition of Authenticity. [01:51]
• The importance of thinking about your culture. [04:18]
• More on the The Authenticity Paradox by Professor Herminia Ibarra. [07:01]

• It’s not very easy for South Asian people to be “free to be me”.
• Being authentic is living your life according to your values and goals
• A lot of people with unscrupulous morals are authentic to themselves.
• A lot of authenticity is about brand marketing.
• It’s really important to step back and think about your culture.

• Episode #245 What is Psychological Safety at Work?
• Episode #106: Cross-Cultural Understanding at Work
• Episode #107: Book Review Culture Map by Erin Meyer
• Episode #108: What’s the big deal with Cultural appropriation?
• Episode #109: 8 Ways to Create Culturally Inclusive Meetings
• How to Find, Define, and Use Your Values
• What Are Your Values?
• The Authenticity Paradox
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 256th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. Happy South Asian History Month!

In today's episode, we delve into the significance of South Asian culture and heritage, especially in the context of the workplace. Join us as we explore various perspectives and practical steps to foster a more inclusive and holistic environment.

• About my TEDx Talk. [00:58]
• About South Asia [02:12]
• Why do we need to think about things holistically? [05:37]
• What can you do during South Asian Month in the workplace? [07:48]
• About the hashtag #freetobeme. [11:50]

• People of South Asia are a significant part of the British population.
• I’m not telling anyone that they can’t wear South Asian clothes.
• There’s deep meaning behind many things we do in our cultures.
• There are ways you can be yourself without being vulnerable
• Think about the identities you want to represent and support.

• Episode #203 What kind of South Asian are you?
• Episode #50 Why You Need To Stop Stereotyping South Asian Women
• Episode #239 South Asian Women and Burnout
• Episode #104 Asian Female Leadership with Anjum Khan
• Episode #205 Cultural Perspectives on Imposter Syndrome
• Episode #103 The damaging impacts of colourism and shadism
• Episode #155 Arts in Practice
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 255th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s theme is all about politics, and in today's episode, I am talking about shifting workplace politics.

• About my TEDx Talk. [00:43]
• What is office politics? [01:45]
• People who are typically at the receiving end of office politics. [03:24]
• Some negative aspects of office politics. [07:11]
• How to stop office politics. [08:35]

• One of the main reasons I started my business was because of office politics.
• Certain people are going to be at the receiving end of office politics.
• People will often play office politics because they want to move ahead.
• Office politics can be quite insidious.
• Office politics is a significant source of stress in the workplace.

• The ultimate guide to office politics for employees and HR professionals
• Effect of Politics on Organization and Employees
• The Intersection of Mental Health and Office Politics
• How to stop office politics undermining strategic decisions
• 7 Reasons you must watch We Are Lady Parts
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 254th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s theme is all about politics, and we will be diving into the complexities of discussing politics in the workplace.

• About my TEDx Talk. [00:49]
• What I mean when I talk about politics. [01:29]
• The definition of politics. [02:47]
• Some statistics about political discussions in the workplace [04:23]
• What we can do about political discussions in the workplace. [06:36]

• Workplaces are very global
• 60% of workers say it’s ok to talk about politics at work.
• It’s really important to define what we’re actually talking about.
• You don’t need to ask someone how they voted.
• In England, generally, we don’t talk about politics that much.

• Is it OK to talk about politics in the workplace?
• 4 Compelling Reasons To Never Talk Politics At Work
• Almost a fifth of workers have fallen out with colleagues because of opposing political beliefs, poll shows – so should politics be kept out of the office?
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC

Welcome to the 253rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast. This month’s theme is all about politics, and in this episode, we'll be looking at key issues political parties are currently focusing on, what I hope to see from the upcoming election, and why companies should face penalties for unequal pay gaps.

Join me as we explore how these topics impact diversity, inclusion, and mental health in our society.

• About my TEDx Talk. [00:44]
• Why I chose this week’s episode. [01:04]
• Some of the issues the political parties are talking about [02:06]
• What I think would be great to see from the election. [06:33]
• Why I’d like to see penalties for companies that don’t equalise pay gaps. [13:31]

• The issues of equity, equality and diversity have taken the back seat over the last four years.
• Labour plans to make work pay.
• LibDems talk a lot about caring status
• We need more strengthening in the workplace around sexual harassment.
• Personally, I’d love to see a hung parliament.

• Unemployment and inactivity rise as Britain’s jobs market ‘continues to falter’, ONS figures show
• Four-day work week trial in Spain leads to healthier workers, less pollution
• What do the General Election 2024 manifestos tell us about work and welfare?
• Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.
• Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion here
• Check out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental Health
• Leave me a message on my SpeakPipe

Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC