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The Real Definition of Inclusion at work and in the Senate with Lexi Reese
About Our Guest
Lexi Reese is a leader with extensive experience in various sectors and industries, including corporate America and the tech industry. She is currently running for the California US Senate, aiming to bring about positive change and address economic insecurity for all people.
Summary
Lexi Reese, a candidate for the California US Senate, joins the podcast to discuss her leadership journey and her campaign for government. She shares her experiences and insights on diversity, equity, and inclusion, emphasizing the importance of creating a culture of inclusivity in organizations. Lexi also highlights the need for leaders to be accountable and to prioritize the well-being and success of their diverse teams. She provides practical strategies for building trust and fostering an inclusive environment, such as setting clear expectations, practicing deep devotion to team members' success, and creating structures for accountability. Lexi's campaign focuses on addressing economic insecurity and promoting social justice, and she encourages listeners to support her campaign by following her on social media, spreading the word, and donating.
Key Takeaways
Diversity without inclusion is ineffective; leaders must create a culture of inclusivity where everyone feels welcome, safe, and valued.
Leaders should treat people as they want to be treated, using the platinum rule, and focus on making others better first.
Building trust and fostering inclusivity requires leaders to engage with team members, listen to their experiences, and address their needs and concerns.
Accountability is crucial in creating an inclusive environment; leaders must set clear expectations, measure progress, and take action to support team members' success.
Quotes
"Potential is everywhere, but opportunity is not." - Lexi Reese
"It's not about perfection, it's about progress." - Lexi Reese
"Leadership is about making other people better first as a result of your presence and then as a result of your absence." - Lexi Reese
Further Learnings and Links:
PBS Special on John Lewis
Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader’s VGuide to Empowering Everyone Around You
Lexi Reese for Senate Website
Lexi Reese for Senate Instagram
Transcription
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About Our Guest
Lexi Reese is a leader with extensive experience in various sectors and industries, including corporate America and the tech industry. She is currently running for the California US Senate, aiming to bring about positive change and address economic insecurity for all people.
Summary
Lexi Reese, a candidate for the California US Senate, joins the podcast to discuss her leadership journey and her campaign for government. She shares her experiences and insights on diversity, equity, and inclusion, emphasizing the importance of creating a culture of inclusivity in organizations. Lexi also highlights the need for leaders to be accountable and to prioritize the well-being and success of their diverse teams. She provides practical strategies for building trust and fostering an inclusive environment, such as setting clear expectations, practicing deep devotion to team members' success, and creating structures for accountability. Lexi's campaign focuses on addressing economic insecurity and promoting social justice, and she encourages listeners to support her campaign by following her on social media, spreading the word, and donating.
Key Takeaways
Diversity without inclusion is ineffective; leaders must create a culture of inclusivity where everyone feels welcome, safe, and valued.
Leaders should treat people as they want to be treated, using the platinum rule, and focus on making others better first.
Building trust and fostering inclusivity requires leaders to engage with team members, listen to their experiences, and address their needs and concerns.
Accountability is crucial in creating an inclusive environment; leaders must set clear expectations, measure progress, and take action to support team members' success.
Quotes
"Potential is everywhere, but opportunity is not." - Lexi Reese
"It's not about perfection, it's about progress." - Lexi Reese
"Leadership is about making other people better first as a result of your presence and then as a result of your absence." - Lexi Reese
Further Learnings and Links:
PBS Special on John Lewis
Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader’s VGuide to Empowering Everyone Around You
Lexi Reese for Senate Website
Lexi Reese for Senate Instagram
Transcription
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