Why Do We Struggle with Inclusive Leadership?

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In this podcast episode, Natasha speaks with Nadia Nagamootoo, renowned Founder & CEO of Avenir Consulting, celebrated author, and host of the "Why Care?" podcast. Nadia is also an accredited coach who was honored as the HR Most Influential Thinker 2023 and HR Champion of the Year 2023.Together, they delve into Nadia’s latest book, "Beyond Discomfort: Why Inclusive Leadership Is So Hard," discussing the intricate challenges that come with inclusive leadership. This episode explores the dynamics of power and risk in leadership and shares actionable strategies for navigating discomfort to create more inclusive environments.

🎥 In this episode, Nadia Nagamootoo discusses:

  • The Challenges of Inclusive Leadership: Nadia explores why inclusive leadership is so difficult, focusing on the dynamics of power, risk, and discomfort that leaders face when addressing exclusionary behavior or adapting to diverse needs.
  • Navigating Discomfort to Lead Inclusively: She emphasizes the importance of leaders aligning their actions with their core values, sharing how introspection and empathy can guide them to act despite fear, uncertainty, or risk.
  • Practical Tools for Becoming an Inclusive Leader: Nadia introduces her model for understanding leaders’ receptiveness to learning and willingness to act, offering actionable insights for overcoming barriers and fostering truly inclusive environments.