Libby Wagner, a multifaceted professional who seamlessly blends her backgrounds as a poet, author, speaker, and business consultant is who I have the pleasure of having on today.

Libby shares the transformative journey from teaching English and experiencing personal loss to creating a new path in the business world. She discusses the importance of art, specifically poetry, in fostering courage, paying attention to language, and remembering humanity in business consulting.

Libby talks about meaningful and courageous conversations in leadership, touching on concepts like coaching with kindness, balancing communication between respect and accountability, and the impact of having a purposeful work life. She also highlights her role as a founding faculty member of the Institute for Conversational Leadership and offers insights into the future of multi-generational, diverse, and performance-based workplaces.

We conclude the episode with Libby reciting her poignant poem 'Diving In,' encapsulating the essence of courage and the beauty of taking bold steps.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 03: The Art of Courageous Conversations in Leadership

Minute 14: Building Trust and Engagement in the Workplace

Minute 35: The Importance of Meaningful Conversations

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Throughout this month, we've been exploring the critical role of communication, and today, we shine a spotlight on how intentional dialogue can elevate leadership and foster well-being within our teams.

Simon Sinek once said, "Leadership is not about being in charge, it's about taking care of those in your charge."

By embracing the power of meaningful conversations, we can elevate our leadership impact, cultivate thriving team cultures, and drive collective success. There's nothing more energizing than being part of a team where transformation is underway, fueled by connection, purpose, and empathetic leadership.

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My guest today Dr. Priya Nalkur, an accomplished executive and leadership coach, psychologist, and author with an inspiring background that spans Harvard to Yale.

orn and raised in Canada, Priya shares her journey from facing racism and discrimination as a child to embracing her heritage and leveraging her experiences to foster inclusive leadership. We discuss her book, 'Stumbling Towards Inclusion,' emphasizing the importance of storytelling, empathy, and vulnerability in leadership.

Priya explains how her own experiences with exclusion and microaggressions fueled her mission to teach leaders about inclusion and equity. Priya also delves into the founding of her company, the Roundtable Institute, and its aim to create spaces for meaningful conversations around inclusion. We also talk the importance of good friendships and the influence of supportive communities in personal and professional growth.

Episode Minutes:

Minute 03: Building an Inclusive Leadership Career

Minute 21: JEDI: Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Minute 26: Future of Workplaces

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