Vaccinating the World with Jason Cecil, Ep. 28

SIPS & Leadership Episode 28 with Jason Cecil on Vaccinating the World

EPISODE SUMMARY

Working on the policy side of CDC, Jason Cecil is a lawyer by trade and now a public health analyst. Jason is working with various cross sectors to eradicate polio. He believes that you have to come at people as equals, and develop relationships with local leaders to move your organization forward with bigger impact.

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A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Eradicating disease globally takes a lot of behind the scenes work in various cross sectors, not just one organization

• Infodemic is a term used by WHO that describes false information especially around the pandemic and immunizations

• The importance of working with local opinion leaders with influence and community 

SHAMELESS PLUG

PolioEradication.org on how it impacts our current day

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

What industries do you think could benefit working with cross sectors?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

https://www.cdc.gov/

World Health Organization

Gates Foundation

SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream ‌on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).

Leadership as an Antidote to Bullying with Susan Raisch, Ep. 27

SIPS & Leadership Episode 27 with Susan Raisch on Leadership as an Antidote to Bullying

EPISODE SUMMARY

A Former public relations and public affairs consultant for more than 25 years, Susan Raisch is an author and speaker specializing in issues that affect the home, education, and health. She has worked on projects for a wide variety of television and publishing companies, including HBO, MTV, Nickelodeon, Sesame Workshop, ABC News, Scholastic, and HISTORY, among many others. She also recently worked with the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) in the WTC Health Program, which treats and monitors the health of the FDNY certified 9/11 first responders.

We talk about the misconceptions of bullying, how a book on bullying prevention turned out to be a book on leadership, and bullying that happens in the workplace.

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A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Parents have modeled resilience during the pandemic, and by their examples and support, have modeled leadership for their children.

• Bullying has 3 aspects:

• Intentional 

• Repeated 

• Imbalance of power

• Bullying happens in the workplace and the ways to deal with it.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Sign up for her newsletter for resources on anti-bullying for both children and adults at TangledBall.com

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

Have you experienced bullying and how did you handle it?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

https://tangledball.com/

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SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 6): Katharine Manning of The Empathetic Workplace

SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 13): Brian McComak of Hummingbird Humanity

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Expanding the Definition of Leadership with Jennifer Gresham, Ep. 26

SIPS & Leadership Episode 26 with Jennifer Gresham on Expanding the Definition of Leadership

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Jennifer Gresham is the Founder and the Executive Director of the non-profit Work for Humanity, with an inspiring “bigger and bolder is easier” mission to create 10 million jobs in 10 years across the small business sector. Our conversation sparked further discussion on how the pandemic fueled small business growth, forcing many people to pivot their business models and adapt to the changing needs of consumers, leading to the creation of new products, services, and business opportunities.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss different types of leadership, some learning lessons from her military experience, and the mindset shift that has to happen for both workers and small business employers.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Organizations and businesses benefit when there is focus on human performance, team performance and rewards.

• Job quality should be the gold standard for attracting talent.

• Cultural shifts are easier to navigate at a smaller level versus change being led by bigger conservative boards.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Consider donating to Work For Humanity to support small businesses and the employees they hire

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

What are your thoughts on employees having to meet all the qualifications in a job listing? 

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Work for Humanity

OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST

SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 42) Tami Forman on Caregiving Skills Propelling Leadership and Career Return

Creating Lasting Impact through Purpose Driven Leadership with Gary Bagley, Ep. 25

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Gary Bagley is the Executive Director of New York Cares, New York City’s largest organization devoted to driving community impact through volunteer-led programs. Gary defines leadership as a product of all the actions you take.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss rallying behind a common vision, the importance of being present as well as forward thinking and collaboration.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• A leader's role is not just to manage people, but also to inspire and excite them about a common mission and values.

• Leadership in the nonprofit space is unique, and it involves unifying diverse stakeholders behind a common vision while being grounded in values and the mission

• Companies that want to make a difference need to ensure that their vision aligns with what will make a real impact, rather than just what they envision making a difference

SHAMELESS PLUG

Consider donating to New York Cares

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

How have you operated in spite of the pandemic?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

New York Cares

Tada Theatre

OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST

SIPS & Leadership (Ep.7): Rahsaan Harris on Creating Inclusive Spaces and Empowering Ideas

SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 18): Anita Gundanna and Vanessa Leung on Successful Co-leadership in Building Equity for Asian American Communities

SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream ‌on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).

Leadership Building Possibilities with Linda Calhoun, Ep. 24

SIPS & Leadership Episode 24 with Linda Calhoun on Leadership Building Possibilities

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Linda Calhoun is the founder and CEO of Career Girls, a comprehensive video-based career exploration and readiness tool for girls, with the largest online collection of career guidance videos focusing exclusively on diverse and accomplished women — over half of whom are in STEM fields. Linda shares how leadership is building possibilities for all members of the organization and many stories of women who are inspiring the next generation of women..

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss Linda’s lineage of education of being a first generation college graduate, her exciting work experience in Asia, and how that led to the creation of Career Girls.

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• Closing the imagination gap for young girls is crucial. Encouraging them to explore academic subjects such as math and science and providing them with diverse role models can help to expand their vision of what careers are possible.

• Success is not a mystery, but rather a mastery of skills. Developing and refining skills is essential for achieving success in any field.

• Diversity is important in all areas of life, including in the workplace. Disrupting stereotypes and demonstrating that talent is equally distributed regardless of background can help to create more opportunities and level the playing field.

SHAMELESS PLUG

Check out Careergirls.org and share it

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

Who is a leader you respect and why?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Career Girls

OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST

SIPS & Leadership (Ep.14) Carolyn McKecuen and Elisabeth Cappuyns on How to Nurture Young Leaders 

SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 4) Deepa Purushothaman and Rha Goddess on Shifting Leadership for Women of Color

SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream ‌on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS). 

Sustainability and Making Alterations Accessible with Nancy Rhodes, Ep. 23

SIPS & Leadership Episode 23 with Nancy Rhodes on Sustainability and Making Alterations Accessible

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Nancy Rhodes is the founder and CEO of alternew, a mobile clothing alterations and repairs platform, that enhances the post consumer purchase experience by providing accessibility, convenience, and transparency to clothing repair.  Nancy shares that even in the wake of the pandemic, there is community and support around even if you don’t think you have it.

CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as Nancy shares the importance of considering individual needs, promoting sustainability, and challenging traditional norms in order to create positive change. 

A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

• The definition of leadership is not black and white, but lies in the gray area and nuance, meaning leaders should be adaptable and resilient in the face of adversity.

• Alterations need to be accessible to reduce the amount of unwanted clothing that ends up in landfills. 

• There needs to be a more  inclusive approach to clothing that takes into account the uniqueness of individuals and challenges the traditional norms of manufacturing and sizing.

SHAMELESS PLUG

If you’re in New York City, book an alteration appointment at alternew

Follow alternew on Instagram or sign up for their newsletter

Consider donating your money and/or time to alternew

QUESTION FOR REFLECTION

How can we balance our desire for constantly changing fashion trends with the need for more sustainable and ethical practices in the industry, especially considering the environmental impact of fast fashion?

LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE

Alternew

Wearable Collections

OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST

SIPS & Leadership (Ep.16) Sarah Bodley on Systems and Structures for Great Leadership

SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 3) Laura Mignott on  Designing Experiences to Make People Feel Welcome

SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream ‌on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).