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Welcome to the Leading Real Change podcast with host Dr Jacqueline Kerr, an expert in workplace culture change. I interview dedicated and passionate Changemakers about their careers, how they lead change, and what leaders can do today to make a difference to build healthy, inclusive workplace cultures for all. I am excited to share these examples of real workplace change with you. You’ll learn about effective strategies that are working and how to overcome real barriers to change that challenge us everyday. I hope you’ll feel inspired and more confident to keep leading change in your workplace. Please share this podcast with other HR, DEI or ERG leaders who you know are working hard, but are struggling to have impact, and need more support to effectively create a thriving workplace culture for all today.
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Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
This week’s thought-provoking episode features Julia Boorstin, the author of "When Women Lead." Her reflections on the power of female leadership shed light on how women are changing the corporate landscape. Here are some eye-opening takeaways:
- Work-Life Balance Empowers: Julia's ability to be both a dedicated professional and present for her children shows that work doesn't have to be all-consuming. It's about finding a balance that suits you. 🌆👩💼
- Risk-Taking and Motherhood: Having kids can actually embolden individuals to take more risks at work. The decision to balance career and family can lead to a desire to make the most of one's time at work. 🌟👶
- Distinct Identity Resilience: Maintaining a distinct identity outside of work makes individuals more resilient in the face of rejection or criticism. It allows them to separate work challenges from personal worth. 🌆🤝
- Changing Leadership Landscape: Women tend to lead with qualities like empathy, gratitude, and a communal approach. These traits have a significant impact on team motivation and adaptability. 🤗💼
- Outsider Perspective: Being an outsider to the system can offer a fresh perspective on its flaws and how to fix them. This can be a unique advantage for women who've felt alienated from opportunities. 🌏🔍
- Driving Systematic Change: Women with insider experience and an outsider perspective often drive systematic change. Their ability to identify underlying problems fuels innovation. 🔄🌟
- Business Value of Empathy: There's a true business value in understanding employees, customers, bosses, and investors. Empathy and interpersonal skills lead to better business outcomes. 📈💼
- Elevating Women Leaders: Despite challenges, women leaders often yield higher returns, whether in startups or established companies. Elevating their success stories is crucial to changing perceptions. 💪👩💼
Julia's insights highlight the importance of diverse leadership styles and the undeniable value women bring to the table. Let's celebrate and support women leaders as they reshape industries and inspire change! 🌐🌟
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