The Importance of Self-Care and Transparency in the Justice Process

Justice, as we often discuss, goes beyond mere equity. It involves recognizing and actively dismantling barriers that hinder certain groups of people. These barriers, deeply rooted in various forms of oppression like racism and sexism, demand our attention. They exist not only within our organizations but also in the broader community. In this week’s episode,…

Evolving Leadership: From Maxwell’s 5 Levels Model to 360° Inclusive Leadership

Leadership is a dynamic concept that constantly evolves to meet the changing needs of organizations and society. While John C. Maxwell’s “5 Levels of Leadership” model has been a valuable guide for many aspiring leaders, the world increasingly recognizes the importance of inclusivity, psychological safety, and emotional intelligence in leadership. In this blog post, we will explore why shifting from Maxwell’s model to a new, inclusive leadership model is crucial.

Fostering Psychological Safety and Emotional Intelligence: Building Stronger Teams

For the past three years, I’ve worked with leaders to help them understand the psychological safety of their organizations.  Through that work, I realized that I had the unique opportunity to not just talk about psychological safety but to coach leaders on how emotional intelligence is the key to creating those more inclusive and psychologically…

Middle Managers Are the Key to Inclusive Workplaces

Over the last year or two, I’ve intentionally shifted how I work with clients. You rarely hear me talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Instead, I have focused my efforts on empowering leaders to create inclusive workplaces. Research shows that employees from different backgrounds bring unique perspectives, which, when harnessed effectively, can lead to increased…