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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast

The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast

The Way We Lead

The Way We Lead (TWWL) is a podcast on a mission to reshape the landscape of thought leadership. Born from a passion for inclusive leadership and allyship, we've evolved to tackle a critical issue: the glaring representation gap in spaces where ideas are shared and amplified.
Hosts Gabriela Acosta and Elizabeth Solomon guide you through inspiring case studies and share practical tips to transform your expertise into impactful content. Whether you're an aspiring speaker or an established leader, TWWL provides the roadmap to elevate your voice and ideas. Join us in redefining thought leadership so that all voices have a chance to be heard.

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People are most effective when they can influence their immediate sphere. This week’s guests, Marie Bigham and Steve Frappier focus on removing barriers in a field they've dedicated their lives to over the last two decades: post-secondary education. In 2016, they were part of a small group that launched ACCEPT (Admissions Community Cultivating Equity & Peace Today), a nonprofit organization that empowers college admissions professionals to center justice, equity, and anti-racism in their work and communities. This episode is chock-full of learnings on the hidden superpower of being multiracial, how to practice cultural humility, and how to build meaningful and active communities who advocate for equity and access.

For more, check out S1E5 episode notes for full speaker bios, episode highlights, links to references, and for a fully accessible interview transcript.

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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S2E2 Find Your Unique Flavor: How Lola Adeyemo Leveraged Her Story to Become A TEDx Speaker
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09/19/24 • 37 min

Are you hesitant to share your unique perspective in your field? You’re not alone. In this episode we sit down with Lola Adeyemo, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and founder of EQ Mindset and the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate.

Lola shares her remarkable journey from business analyst to confident consultant and thought leader in diversity and inclusion. Discover how she overcame initial doubts to deliver a compelling TEDx talk that received high acclaim from not just the audience but the TED organizers themselves. Learn about the pivotal moments and support systems that propelled her onto the TEDx stage, led to publishing her book, and founding a thriving community for immigrant professionals.

You'll gain valuable insights on:

  • Embracing your unique perspective in storytelling and thought leadership
  • Overcoming self-criticism and perfectionism
  • Building supportive networks to boost your confidence
  • Transforming personal experiences into impactful content

Lola reminds us that our individual stories are our greatest assets.

Whether you're an aspiring speaker, a professional aiming to boost your thought leadership, or someone with a story to tell, this episode will inspire you to find your flavor and share it with the world.

Don't miss this empowering conversation about authentic storytelling and the power of embracing what makes you unique.

Subscribe now to learn how to amplify your voice and make a lasting impact in your field!
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This episode is brought to you by the Amplify Your V.O.I.C.E. Podcast Accelerator program, delivered by co-host Gaby Acosta. This podcast launch program helps historically underrepresented leaders take actionable steps to take you from a brilliant concept to launching your first podcast season.
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What if everything we've been taught about expertise and leadership is wrong? Brand strategy veterans Elizabeth Talerman and Chelsea Carlson from The Nucleus Group challenge our obsession with expertise, revealing why being a "smart rookie" might be your greatest leadership asset. From their work with world-class brands to their own journey stepping into the spotlight, they make a compelling case for leading with questions instead of answers.

Through stories of punk rock radio days and kitchen table revolutions, discover why curiosity trumps certainty and how embracing wonder could be the antidote to our increasingly rigid business culture. Whether you're battling imposter syndrome or questioning traditional thought leadership approaches, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on why not having all the answers might be your superpower.
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Want to become a thought leader? We want to interview you!

If you're interested in building up your personal brand, establishing a digital presence, or becoming a speaker, we want to interview you!
We’ll dig into your biggest challenges, fears, dreams and goals for your thought leadership journey and your answers will directly inform the curriculum for our upcoming thought leadership offerings. Reach out via our contact us page to let us know you’d like to volunteer.

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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S1E8: Advocating for Minority Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

S1E8: Advocating for Minority Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

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09/09/19 • 64 min

If we want to be inclusive leaders at work and in our communities, we also need to be allies and advocates for those who experience mental illness.
In this episode, we are joined by two guest experts and advocates who are using nontraditional means to raise mental health awareness. First, we hear from Dr. Jonathan Singer, Associate Professor of Social Work at Loyola University Chicago and President of the American Association of Suicidology who leverages social media to make suicide and mental health research accessible. Next, we connect with Dior Vargas, a Latina Feminist Mental Health Activist who is working to make mental illness awareness more inclusive through a grassroots initiative called the People of Color and Mental Illness Photo Project.
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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S1E6: Increasing Representation in the Film Industry with Cha Quallis

S1E6: Increasing Representation in the Film Industry with Cha Quallis

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08/12/19 • 47 min

It’s so important for young people to have diverse role models in every field. This rings true to our most recent guest Charnelle “Cha” Quallis, who joins us to discuss diversifying the film industry, especially in the editor's room. While there is a recent proliferation of female editors in both fiction and non-fiction storytelling, the industry continues to lack representation from female editors of color. We talk about why we need more diverse decision-makers in the film industry, the importance of championing young talented editors of color, and we begin to tease apart some of the pervasive diversity challenges that continue to afflict Hollywood.

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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S1E2: Community Ground-rules: Tools for Love, Life and Leadership

S1E2: Community Ground-rules: Tools for Love, Life and Leadership

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07/13/19 • 43 min

We're high school sweethearts who are now married. We're both convinced that our relationship wouldn't have made it through the trials and tribulations of growing up over the last 15 years if it hadn't been for the tools that we learned in an after-school program called, "City at Peace." In this episode, we outline the community ground rules for The Way We Lead and give you a look into the experience that first provided us with these tools which have served us well, not only in our relationship but also in our work and every day lives.
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People are most effective when they can influence their immediate sphere. This week’s guests, Marie Bigham and Steve Frappier focus on removing barriers in a field they've dedicated their lives to over the last two decades: post-secondary education. In 2016, they were part of a small group that launched ACCEPT (Admissions Community Cultivating Equity & Peace Today), a nonprofit organization that empowers college admissions professionals to center justice, equity, and anti-racism in their work and communities. This episode is chock-full of learnings on the hidden superpower of being multiracial, how to practice cultural humility, and how to build meaningful and active communities who advocate for equity and access.
For more, check out S1E5 episode notes for full speaker bios, episode highlights, links to references, and for a fully accessible interview transcript.
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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S2E3 Your Story And Expertise Are Enough: The Essence of Thought Leadership
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09/26/24 • 10 min

"Who am I to be a thought leader?" It's a question we hear from our highly qualified clients all the time.
If you're struggling with self-doubt and impostor syndrome and it's holding you back from telling your story, you're not alone.
In this tactical "Mighty But Mini" episode, host Gaby Acosta challenges the insecurities that plague many experts, especially those from historically underrepresented groups. She boldly asserts that Black and brown folks, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and people with disabilities (both visible and invisible) who are doing expert work every day are already qualified to tell their stories. No additional certifications or degrees required.

While the responsibility sits with decision-making leaders to diversify voices in events, media, and publications, trends seem to be moving backwards. If we wait for permission to take the spotlight, we'll be waiting a lifetime.
It's time to take matters into our own hands! 💪
It's 2024—we have countless tools at our fingertips to share our wisdom in our own spaces and on our own platforms.
Discover why your unique perspective isn't just valuable, but necessary in today's world. Learn how to redefine thought leadership and uncover the one factor that outweighs any credential. Through her own journey, Gaby shows you how to silence your inner critic and amplify your voice. It's time to step into the spotlight and lead the way.

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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S1E9: Using Bravery as a Tool to Empower Women and Girls with Reshma Saujani
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09/23/19 • 35 min

In this week's episode, Gaby and Jenelle meet their shero, Reshma Saujani who is an award-winning Founder and CEO of national nonprofit Girls Who Code and author of the book “Brave, Not Perfect,” which transformed both of their lives.
In fact, the book was so impactful on them that they both got "Brave, Not Perfect" tattoos to remind them that failure is merely a stepping stone to success.
If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, feared risk-taking, or felt marred with perfectionism, then this episode is for you!

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The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast - S1E7: Prevent “Diversity Debt” By Weaving Inclusion Into Your Startup Strategy with Kellie Wagner
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08/25/19 • 50 min

Many companies wait until their business hits a period of high-growth or experiences a significant retention issue before investing in diversity and inclusion strategies, but startups can’t afford to treat D&I as an afterthought. We’re joined this week by Kellie Wagner, founder of Collective, a diversity and inclusion consultancy and research lab shifting how companies grow, engage, and retain diverse teams. Kellie outlines proactive tips that every business should use to avoid the pitfalls of what she calls “diversity debt.” We talk about managing across difference and discuss minimizing bias in the workplace by building operationalized processes for hiring, performance reviews and promotions.

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How many episodes does The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast have?

The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast currently has 17 episodes available.

What topics does The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Leadership, Equity, Inclusion, Empowerment, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Diversity.

What is the most popular episode on The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast?

The episode title 'S1E10 Developing Social Justice Curriculum for Schools with Kathy Lebrón' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast?

The average episode length on The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast is 41 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast released?

Episodes of The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast are typically released every 13 days, 11 hours.

When was the first episode of The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast?

The first episode of The Way We Lead | An Inclusive Leadership Podcast was released on Jul 13, 2019.

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