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Transformative Leadership in DEI: Integrating Storytelling, Data, and Gentle Curiosity for Inclusive Excellence - A Conversation with Bernadette Smith


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Today we welcome Bernadette Smith, a thought leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). 

We discuss the importance of DEI for everyone and the need to engage with influencers and change makers to drive positive change. Bernadette emphasizes the significance of recognizing privilege, embracing mistakes, and creating psychological safety in the workplace. She also explores the role of storytelling in promoting understanding and empathy, as well as the power of humility in leadership communication.

Some additional takeaways:

  • DEI is important for everyone and should be approached holistically across all functions of an organization.
  • Humility is essential in leadership communication, and leaders should be willing to admit what they don't know.
  • Leaders should engage with influencers and change makers to drive positive change and celebrate what's going right in the world.
  • Creating psychological safety and embracing mistakes are crucial for fostering inclusion and promoting growth.

Until next time, communicate with intention and lead with purpose.

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