Culture and Leadership Connections Podcast

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Culture and Leadership Connections Podcast: where culture, communication, and context meet at work. Discover what cultural influences have formed the careers of noteworthy leaders in a variety of professions, by exploring the groups that shaped who they are today. Learn about the collective context and experiences that affect their worldview, leadership style, workplace communication and behaviour. 

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The Spirit of Work: Using the Virtues Sequence for Solving Workplace Problems

Sep 09 2024 20 mins  
Using the Virtues Sequence for Solving Workplace ProblemsAre you facing a problem that seems unsolvable? The answer might lie in the "virtues sequence," a concept my colleague and I uncovered while researching sacred writings across world religions. We discovered a common pattern that could help resolve workplace challenges, consistently following the same path of: love, truth, jus

Dr. Alan Akira: Move on from Suffering by Celebrating the Journey

Aug 23 2024 40 mins  
Bio:Dr. Alan Akira is a board-certified psychiatrist and founder of Mugen Psychiatry in Chicago. He aims to improve psychiatric care access, leveraging his expertise in clinical decision-making, education, and healthcare management. He’s also an Assistant Professor at Rush University Medical Center and has received multiple awards for his clinical excellence and teaching.Links:Li

Agnes Yaa Serwaa Somuah: Navigating Cultural Diversity

Aug 22 2024 41 mins  
The subtle art of embracing cultural influences.Bio:Agnes Yaa Serwaa Somuah is the Program Manager of the Sinkunia Community Development Organization in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The organization designs programs for new immigrant children and youth from African countries and of African heritage backgrounds.Originally from Ghana where she was a teacher, Agnes holds both Bachelor's

Insights: What is the Difference Between Training and Coaching?

Aug 16 2024 18 mins  
What is the Difference Between Training and Coaching?Is there a difference between training and coaching?Quotes: “If you don't know what you want to see, then you don't know how to see if it has worked or not.”Episode Highlights:Organizations can confuse training with coaching or misunderstand their purposes. When an organization approaches me for training or coaching, there's

The Spirit of Work: Learning About Workplace Wellness From Sacred Texts

Aug 09 2024 15 mins  
Learning About Workplace Wellness From Sacred TextsDelve into the fascinating topic of workplace wellness by uncovering insights from sacred texts and exploring how they can draw inspiration from Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam to uncover principles that can guide us in creating a happier and healthier workplace culture. The Golden Rule:The Golden Rule requires that we consider o

Stanford Slovin: The Power of Empathetic Listening and Reflective Communication

Aug 09 2024 35 mins  
Improving life through better listening.Bio:Stanford is a wealth management advisor. For over 30 years, Stanford Slovin has worked in the securities industry with individuals, families, and business owners as a financial professional with major national brokerage firms.He is the author of Better Listening: The Secret to Improving Your Professional and Personal Life, and as a speake

Insights: Anxiety is Not an Emotion

Jun 19 2024 18 mins  
Anxiety is Not an EmotionDid you know that anxiety is not an emotion? You may think you "feel" anxious, but in reality, you're sensing anxiety. Anxiety is a physiological reaction from the "fight or flight" function of the vagus nerve. It triggers the adrenals to release cortisol and adrenaline into your nervous system, setting off an alert to potential danger. You feel it in your

Dimple Dhabalia: Human-Centered Leadership: From Self-Sacrifice to Self-Care

Jun 17 2024 53 mins  
Redefining Leadership in the Mission-Driven SectorBio:Dimple Dhabalia is the founder of Roots in the Clouds, a boutique consulting firm that uses storytelling to heal individual and organizational trauma. She is a writer, podcaster, coach, and facilitator with over 20 years of public service experience at the intersection of leadership, mindfulness, and storytelling. Dimple's missi

The Spirit of Work: Using the Language of Virtues for Building Soul-Sustaining Work Decisions

Jun 10 2024 20 mins  
Using the Language of Virtues for Building Soul-Sustaining Work DecisionsEpisode Highlights: By practicing virtues and utilizing the “virtues progression,” we discover practical tools for creating happier and healthier workplaces.Importance of Virtues in the Workplace:I've seen the impact of practicing virtue at work across four careers and over 500 managerial students, coachin

Anthony A. Dicks, Jr: The Pivotal Role of Celebration and Influence in Leadership

May 29 2024 46 mins  
The Importance of Celebration and Influence in LeadershipBio:Anthony A. Dicks, Jr.'s passion for leadership development is evident in his work as he's spent over two decades preparing people with diverse responsibilities to reach their optimal leadership potential. He is currently a doctoral candidate in the Strategic Leadership program at Liberty University and is also a Certified