The Importance of the Role a Value-based Board Provides with Whitley Richards, Ep. 10

the Importance of the Role a Value-based Board Provides with whitley richards, ep. 10

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EPISODE SUMMARY

On any given day Whitley Richards could be talking with Fortune 500 employees, nonprofit leaders, and potential board members to bridge talent, nonprofit governance, and corporate engagement. Cause Strategy Partners brings both training and talent to nonprofit governance. Hear what makes their work so unique and how they are intentional about how they match and lead.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion in board leadership, shared power in decision making, and having a strong grasp of organizational operations.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Board members must ask hard questions and reflect the communities that the organization serves while staying true to their values as leaders.

• Effective leadership during times of ambiguity and uncertainty involves establishing hope and taking risks towards a brighter future.

• Having a diverse board of directors is important for nonprofit organizations to ensure the public's trust and make better decisions.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Cause Strategy Partners

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

What is the role of a governing board in ensuring that a nonprofit organization is executing its mission in a way that is contributing to a positive social outcome?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

LinkedIn

Maya Angelou Quote

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SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership

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The Importance Of Listening, Understanding People, and Building Empathy in Leadership with Joe Kutchera and Alfonso Perez Acosta, Ep. 9

The Importance Of Listening, Understanding People, and Building Empathy in Leadership with joe kutchera and alfonso perez acosta, ep. 9

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Alfonso Perez Acosta, a visionary artist, and Joe Kutchera, a passionate advocate for community engagement, embark on an exploration of leadership and its essence. They propose that true leadership involves not only pointing out a direction but also finding ways to engage and involve others in pursuing that path. Drawing parallels between their own experiences and the Portraits of Immigrant Voices project, they emphasize the transformative power of art in fostering conversations and cultivating empathy within society.

CLICK HERE to listen to our episode at we discuss immigrant voices, storytelling and the transformative power of art.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Leadership requires listening and understanding people, and surrounding yourself with the right team to achieve goals.

• Leadership involves pointing out a direction and finding ways to involve others in following or leading towards that direction.

• Empathy is a crucial skill for leadership, which can be practiced by interviewing and listening to others in a low-pressure environment.

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The Portraits of Immigrant Voices project in Richmond, VA  – https://www.rvastrong.org/portraits

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

How can leaders use art and storytelling to build empathy and understanding among their team or community?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Joe Kutchera

Alfonso Perez Acosta

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SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 8): Randy Moore on Leading through Systems of Underemployment for College Graduates

SIPS & Leadership Episode 8 with Randy Moore on Leading through Systems of Underemployment for College Graduates

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Randy Moore is the Chief Operating Officer of COOP, an organization with the mission to overcome underemployment through digital skills and peer connections. He shares opening pathways for people who are first generation college students and acquainting them with access to professional social capital.

CLICK HERE to listen to our episode as we discuss the leader/follower relationship, being both authentic and professional, and the constant learning we all need to do as leaders regardless of background.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• The success of a leader is interdependent on the team they are working with and the goal they all share.

• A good leader should not only be able to inspire others but also be able to follow.

• It is crucial to identify and explain systems of oppression, specifically within the United States, to help young people identify and understand these systems and navigate them better.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Always be a continuous learner.

Quote by Chinua Achebe: “One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised.”

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

What progress have you seen in equipping college graduates to successfully enter the working force?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

COOP Careers

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Creating Inclusive Spaces and Empowering Ideas with Rahsaan Harris, Ep. 7

Creating Inclusive Spaces and Empowering Ideas with rahsaan Harris, Ep. 7

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EPISODE SUMMARY

​​Rahsaan Harris is the Chief Executive Officer at Citizens Committee for New York City, we talk abou how philanthropy should be risk capital for social innovation and how leadership is about alignment, communication, and goal attainment, while emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and bringing all ideas together to create transformative change.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss philanthropy, equity and how all of these are integrated into the work at Citizens Committee for New York City.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Inclusivity and bringing diverse perspectives to the table is a powerful way to generate new ideas and proof of concept, and ensure that decisions are not being made for people but with them.

• Collaboration is crucial for success: there’s an importance in bringing people together to work towards common goals.

• Leadership requires a clear vision and a commitment to communication and alignment with others to achieve shared goals.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Citizens Committee for New York City

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

What are some effective strategies for promoting inclusive leadership and ensuring that everyone's voices are heard?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Rahsaan Harris, PhD

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Building Empathy in the Workplace with Katharine Manning, Ep. 6

Building More Empathy in the Workplace with katharine Manning, ep. 6

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Katharine Manning is the author of The Empathetic Workplace: Five Steps to a Compassionate, Calm, and Confident Response to Trauma on the Job, and the President of Blackbird DC, that guides organizations on​ better responses to those in trauma and distress. She talks about trusting the process about sharing stories to build a culture of trust.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss creating an environment and culture where people can thrive, the inflection point that can determine the trajectory of an organization, and the importance of talking about difficult topics.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Leaders have a crucial role in providing empathy and support during challenging periods. 

• Brain fog, difficulty concentrating, and higher absenteeism are some of the consequences of trauma that can affect individuals' ability to work effectively.

• Trauma doesn't exist in isolation; it has ripple effects that extend beyond personal experiences.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Check out Katharine Manning’s Book The Empathetic Workplace: Five Steps to a Compassionate, Calm, and Confident Response to Trauma on the Job 

The Empathetic Workplace Podcast

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

How is empathy expressed by the leaders in your workplace?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Katharine Manning’s Website

Blackbird DC

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Leadership Lessons from Being a Chef with Greg Silverman, Ep. 5

Leadership Lessons from Being a Chef with greg silveman, ep. 5

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Greg Silverman is the Chief Executive Officer at West Side Campaign Against Hunger, an organization that alleviates hunger by ensuring that all New Yorkers have access with dignity to a choice of healthy food and supportive services.  Greg is also a chef and is on a mission to make healthy food accessible.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss teamwork, how simplicity in cooking relates to teamwork, and how COVID accelerated their goals in providing food in NYC.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Effective leaders understand and appreciate the breadth and depth of their team members' skills, talents, and experiences, allowing them to contribute in diverse ways.

• Leaders emphasize the importance of adapting to new circumstances and finding innovative ways to address challenges.

• There is significance of giving power, creating a structure, and providing space for team members to excel.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Support and protect the frontline workers in your state by calling your elected officials

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

What are ways we can support front line workers?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

WSCAH

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