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We The Community Talks Local Leadership and Changemaking with Dexter Mason, Executive Director of Change Collective

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Summary

In this episode of the We The Community podcast, Amanda Zahorak interviews Dexter Mason, the executive director of the Change Collective. They discuss Dexter's journey to leadership, the mission of the Change Collective, and the importance of investing in local leaders. The conversation highlights the significance of community engagement, the selection process for changemakers, and the curriculum designed for local leaders. Dexter shares insights on humility in leadership, the role of local solutions in addressing societal issues, and the importance of building diverse networks. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions about leadership inspirations and future aspirations.

 

Takeaways

  • Dexter Mason emphasizes the intertwining of service and leadership.
  • The Change Collective aims to redefine civic life in the 21st century.
  • Investing in local leaders is crucial for long-term systemic change.
  • Local leadership impacts daily life significantly.
  • The selection process for the Change Collective values diverse experiences.
  • Curriculum for local leaders includes both hard and soft skills.
  • Humility is essential in leadership roles.
  • Building community is vital for changemakers.
  • Ego can hinder effective leadership and collaboration.
  • Hope for the future lies in the next generations' commitment to change.

    • Chapters

    00:00 Dexter's Journey to Leadership

    04:57 The Change Collective: Mission and Vision
    07:40 Career Path and Finding Change Collective
    14:52 Advice on Career Paths and Change Making
    18:36 Investing in Local Leaders
    22:14 The Importance of Local Politics
    24:52 Getting Involved Locally
    26:41 The Change Collective Selection Process
    31:41 Diversity in Leadership and Community Building
    35:07 Curriculum for Local Leaders
    39:48 The Importance of Local Solutions
    45:02 Gatekeepers in Community Politics
    53:06 Networking with Community Gatekeepers
    01:01:13 Promoting a Flexible Work Culture
    01:02:31 The Importance of Transparency in Leadership
    01:03:18 Ego and Leadership: A Stoic Perspective
    01:05:54 Working Across the Aisle: Checking Ego for Collaboration
    01:07:40 Pathways to Public Office: From Local Change Makers to Leaders
    01:11:09 Finding Community: Overcoming Loneliness in Activism
    01:12:48 Inspiring Leaders: Role Models in Public Service
    01:14:29 Future Aspirations: Balancing Change Making and Personal Dreams
    01:16:36 Staying Hopeful: Humanity's Capacity for Positive Change
    01:18:25 Connecting with Change Collective: Opportunities for Engagement
    01:22:54 Introduction to We The Community Podcast

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    Learn More about Change Collective

    Read King: A Life

     

     

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