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50 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratings

Conversations on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) issues in the news -- breaking down practical steps leaders can and should take to manage any organization

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Building Business Excellence: Get Comfortable Making Mistakes

July 12, 2024 16:19 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MB

In this episode of the Call In Podcast, Karen Catlin explores how embracing mistakes can strengthen organizational culture. Learn how to shift from fear of failure to a mindset of growth, and the positive impact this has on employee engagement and retention.   More information at https://betterallies.com/ and https://www.callinpodcast.com/

Building Business Excellence: Job Titles Matter

July 03, 2024 14:11 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MB

Description: In this conversation, Karen Catlin explains why job titles matter. Karen discusses how titles can significantly impact an employee’s authority and credibility, particularly for women and underrepresented groups. Discover actionable strategies to use titles effectively and boost workplace morale and engagement.

Building Business Excellence: Seek Common Ground and Educate

June 10, 2024 18:39 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MB

Karen Catlin, author of four influential books on workplace allyship, explores practical tips for engaging and retaining talent. Learn how finding common ground and educating with empathy can transform your organization into a more inclusive and thriving workplace.   More information at https://betterallies.com/ and https://www.callinpodcast.com/

Building Inclusive Workplaces: Seek Common Ground and Educate

June 10, 2024 18:39 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MB

Karen Catlin, author of four influential books on workplace allyship, explores practical tips for engaging and retaining talent. Learn how finding common ground and educating with empathy can transform your organization into a more inclusive and thriving workplace.   More information at https://betterallies.com/ and https://www.callinpodcast.com/

Building Business Excellence: Be Curious, Not Furious

May 28, 2024 20:34 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

Join us as we dive into practical tips with Karen Catlin, author and advocate for building enduring organizations through curiosity. Learn why being respectfully curious, not furious, is crucial for creating inclusive and diverse workplaces. Discover strategies for engaging and retaining talent, fostering allyship, and navigating challenging conversations with grace and compassion.

Building Business Excellence: Unpacking “Privilege”

May 13, 2024 17:03 - 5 minutes - 5.35 MB

Karen Catlin shares her expertise on understanding and navigating privilege in the workplace. Discover how acknowledging and leveraging privilege can lead to more meaningful allyship and stronger, more inclusive organizations.

Navigating the Unspoken: Decoding Organizational Rules

April 10, 2024 16:35 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Join us as Daisy Auger-Dominguez discusses the "decoder ring" for navigating the unspoken rules of organizations. Learn how to push boundaries and foster a culture of inclusivity.

Empowering Change: Strategies for Team Management Success with Rohini Anand

March 18, 2024 17:07 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Rohini Anand as we explore strategies for empowering change and fostering a culture of inclusivity within organizations. Dr. Anand will share her expertise in driving sustainable change through initiatives to engage employees, customers, and communities. She will provide practical tips and best practices for implementing programs that deliver measurable results and create lasting impact. This episode will inspire leaders to take proactive steps t...

Episode 41: Building Inclusive Organizations : Insights from a Global HR Executive

March 11, 2024 16:03 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Martinez to discuss the evolution of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the corporate world. Alex shares his experiences driving change at companies like Nike and Yum! Brands, offering valuable insights for organizations looking to create more inclusive workplaces.

Health Equity and DEI: Making Prescriptions More Accessible

February 21, 2024 07:25 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

Delve into the importance of health equity in DEI efforts. Saqi Mehta shares insights on how GoodRx addresses the challenges of a hybrid workforce, ensuring DEI remains a top priority.

Inclusive Leadership: Lessons from Master Sergeant Terrance Cooley

February 09, 2024 17:03 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

In this episode, we're joined by Master Sergeant Terrance Cooley, a trailblazing leader within the United States Air Force, to explore the nuances of inclusive leadership. From his early days as a wireless system specialist to his current role as Chief People Officer, Terrance shares his insights on creating an environment of psychological safety, fostering diversity and equity, and empowering individuals to contribute their unique talents to the mission. Drawing from his extensive experienc...

Harmony in Higher Ed and Corporate America: Bridging the Divide

December 19, 2023 20:43 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

In this illuminating episode, Director of Equity & Belonging at Zillow Dr. Cornell Verdeja-Woodson unpacks the connections between higher education and corporate America around attracting new talent, subtle differences in jargon, and bridging gaps to create inclusive workplaces.

Empowering the Core: Investing in Middle Managers

December 14, 2023 16:54 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

Middle managers play a pivotal role in organizational success. Founder and CEO of The Equity Equation and host of the DEI After 5 podcast Sacha Thompson shares the importance of investing in middle managers and empowering them to drive positive change. Learn how strategic leadership development can bridge the gap between DEI training and day-to-day responsibilities.

ServiceNow’s Data-Driven Approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

November 08, 2023 18:38 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

Learn how ServiceNow leverages data to drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer at ServiceNow Karen Pavlin discusses the importance of measuring and tracking DEI progress, along with the impressive results and impact these efforts have had on the organization.

Empowering Women’s Careers Post-Pandemic

October 30, 2023 14:27 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

How can women capitalize on the new normal after the pandemic? Partner in EY-Parthenon’s Transaction Strategy Practice Nina Lapachet joins the Call In podcast to weigh in.

The Power of Being “The Other”: Chris Howard, EVP & COO, Arizona State University

September 25, 2023 21:25 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

An inspiring conversation on diversity, and actionable ideas on how to move forward.

Inclusive leadership: The Power of Stories with Kim A. Thompson

August 24, 2023 16:02 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Kim A. Thompson describes how companies can design inclusion practices that work by focusing first on people’s individual stories.

Increasing Clinical Trials Access: Ramita Tandon, Walgreens Chief Clinical Trials Ofc.

August 01, 2023 21:07 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MB

Ramita Tandon discusses how Walgreens is aiming to redefine the patient experience and increase patient access and retention in drug development research.

Practical tips to become a more inclusive leader

June 25, 2023 01:50 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

The authors of “50 Questions Inclusive Leaders Ask,” Dr. Alexandria White and Diane Flynn, provide ways to stay current and foster meaningful dialogue in today's polarized environment.    

The Necessary Journey: Making Real Progress on Equity and Inclusion

June 02, 2023 15:02 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

A conversation with Dr. Ella F. Washington, Founder and CEO of Ellavate Solutions, and Professor of Practice at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business

To Be a Growth Company, First Be a Great Place To Work

May 08, 2023 15:51 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

World Wide Technology's Ann Marr & Bob Ferrell discuss why starting with culture, people and leadership is a great business model.

AI Ethics, Bias & Business: Moojan Asghari, Co-Founder, Women in AI & Global Tech Entrepreneur

April 11, 2023 19:12 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

As global businesses integrate AI into processes, jobs, and public outreach, how can leaders ensure those efforts are conducted ethically and free of bias?

Episode 27: How to Build & Maintain an Inclusive Workplace: Mark Mordell, Chairman & CEO, Avidbank

April 05, 2023 18:59 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

It starts at the top — building a sense of belonging through transparency and openness.

How to Amplify Voices Effectively - Nathan Meikle, KU School of Business

March 27, 2023 14:33 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Prof. Meikle explains how drawing attention to others in meetings is a powerful tool, and is also a sure way to gain power and respect yourself.

Getting to Diversity : The Do’s and Don’ts with Dr. Frank Dobbin, Harvard University

March 21, 2023 13:39 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MB

Dr. Dobbin explains why formalizing internal systems – hiring, mentoring, promotion, and more – is the best way to simultaneously advance diversity and equity in the corporation.

The Sources of Workplace Inequality: Prof. Donald Tomaskovic-Devey, UMass

February 16, 2023 16:10 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Dr. Tomaskovic-Devey discusses what defines ’success’ around workplace equality — and tactics companies employ to achieve it.

The Art of Effective Listening: Andre Joyner, JC Penney

January 31, 2023 14:04 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MB

JC Penney Chief Human Resources Officer Andre Joyner explains how to create listening organizations — and outlines concrete steps companies can take to increase employee engagement

How Companies Can Perform Layoffs with Empathy: Chip Conley

January 17, 2023 15:26 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MB

Chip Conley — hospitality entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the Modern Elder Academy — discusses how companies should plan for and conduct layoffs properly, including how he helped Airbnb manage its painful process when he served as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy.

How to Be an Inclusive Leader: Jennifer Brown

November 30, 2022 18:13 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Globally recognized DEI thought leader, speaker, author and entrepreneur Jennifer Brown discusses what inclusive leadership looks like — and what tips she offers leaders at top companies around the world put it into action. 

Bringing Inclusive Practices from Work to the Thanksgiving Table

November 02, 2022 14:29 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MB

With holidays approaching, the same inclusive leadership skills that work at the office can also work outside the office.

How to Drive Diversity in the Boardroom

October 25, 2022 20:25 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Dr. Michelle Gourdine discusses tactics to advance boardroom diversity — and how coordinated efforts can make meaningful differences. Further, leveraging her medical background, Dr. Gourdine also explains the challenge of “weathering,” the stressors that one experiences daily — at home and at work — and the biological toll on one’s health. Dr. Gourdine explains the impact on women — especially women of color — in the workplace and in the boardroom.

Putting People First and Hispanic Heritage Month: Leo Pacheco, Beacon

October 10, 2022 22:29 - 7 minutes - 7.23 MB

Leo Pacheco, Branch Manager at Beacon , discusses how Hispanic Heritage Month helps highlight the importance for leaders to put people first all year long — as well as ways companies and leaders can celebrate Hispanic culture at work.

Inclusive Leadership and Hispanic Heritage Month: Peter Muñiz, Home Depot VP, Dep. General Counsel

September 30, 2022 15:03 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

Peter Muñiz, Home Depot VP, Dep. General Counsel, offers lessons and insights on inclusive leadership, empathy, and how leaders can support employees’ desires to bring their “authentic selves” to work — and why that’s good business. 

Corporate Boards and the DEI Imperative

August 09, 2022 14:41 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

RW2 Enterprises founder Ron Williams shares lessons on building inclusive corporate boards, including self-advocacy, board oversight vs. management function and shared priorities across a board.

Is It OK for Companies to Capitalize on Heritage Month Celebrations?

June 17, 2022 17:30 - 18 minutes - 6.33 MB

The topic has been increasingly in the news. What should companies do? Should capitalism be color/race/orientation blind?   For more information, go to https://www.callinpodcast.com.

Do Women Need to be Better Salary Negotiators?

June 13, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 6.44 MB

Why is it so hard to ask for more money... and what leaders can do to help.   For more information, go to https://www.callinpodcast.com. 

Leading Through Adversity

April 19, 2022 14:02 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

HumanGood President & CEO John Cochrane shares lessons on the importance of evenly showing empathetic leadership in good times and bad.

How to Reduce Hiring Bias

April 05, 2022 16:02 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

What does it mean to hire the best person for the job?  10 steps for reducing bias in hiring – and hear insights from Samsung Electronics America.

How to be an Ally When Women’s Credentials are Minimized

March 14, 2022 17:52 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MB

How to react, what to say, and when to give grace.

Empathetic Leadership in Action Julian Francis, President and CEO of Beacon Building Products

February 18, 2022 17:50 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Today’s episode features a conversation with Julian Francis, President and CEO of Beacon Building Products – the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing materials and complementary building products in the U.S. and Canada.  A key component of the way Julian advances business success is through empathetic leadership, connecting a human understanding of each employee to the realities of what it takes to succeed in a competitive business environment.   We also discuss the specific, tangi...

Do ERGs Help Employees… or Companies

February 04, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Reports note that 90% of Fortune 500 companies have employee resource groups, or ERGs, that provide important voice to under-represented groups, offer employees the chance to gain empathy and learn about others’ journeys, and create a majority experience for everyone.    But given the reality of work environments where many employees already have too much on their plates, how can leaders make sure ERGs work for everyone and don't simply pile new responsibilities on already overloaded team mem...

Do Today’s Leaders Have the Right Skills to Lead Today?

January 20, 2022 19:03 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MB

A lot has changed since yesterday’s business school. Many leaders have spent careers learning how to navigate the traditional issues like supply chain disruptions or labor disputes or marketing challenges. Do they now have a new one: How to navigate today's cancel culture?

Are Today’s Women Managers Burning Out?

January 07, 2022 17:45 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MB

McKinsey and LeanIn.org’s ‘Women in the Workplace’ report sounded the alarm: What can and should business leaders -- women and men -- do about it?

Does McDonald’s CEO Deserve a Break Today?

December 17, 2021 18:05 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

What’s the difference between being “woke” and being “responsible”?

Can Cultural Holidays Be Celebrated at Work?

December 02, 2021 15:15 - 17 minutes - 5.99 MB

From National Hispanic Heritage Month to Indigenous People’s Day to the Christmas holidays and beyond, can leaders celebrate some cultures in the office yet not celebrate all cultures?

Is There a Jon Gruden Hiding in Your Organization?

October 22, 2021 18:11 - 18 minutes - 26.1 MB

Following the discovery of Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden's homophobic, racist and misogynistic emails, Chris Riback & Dr. Alexandria White explore: What does one coach’s email trail have to do with inclusive leadership? How can leaders build internal cultures that protect against this happening in their organizations?

Should Employers Remember If the Internet Never Forgets

October 22, 2021 18:08 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

How should employers react when something embarrassing or offensive that an employee said, did, or posted – even years ago – resurfaces? Where is the line between past mistakes and current accountability?

Can Men Still Be Mentors To Women?

September 23, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 26.2 MB

Chris Riback & Dr. Alexandria White discuss: Why men should continue to serve as mentors to women today — and what A.C.T.I.O.N. all parties can take to make it work.

Managing Bias in the New Hybrid Workplace

September 06, 2021 18:19 - 20 minutes - 28 MB

Chris Riback & Dr. Alexandria White discuss: How should leaders navigate the new hybrid workplace -- from determining whether and when to bring employees back to the office to employee concerns that "out of sight" means "out of mind" and even to new harassment or discrimination concerns? For more information, go to callinpodcast.com

Trailer: Welcome to Call In

September 06, 2021 18:02 - 3 minutes - 4.22 MB

Great business leaders know: As much as any other part of the equation, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core to generating strong performance. And while the terms diversity, equity and inclusion are not new, the movement – across society, institutions, and businesses – gained extraordinary momentum this year.  But what, exactly, does diversity, equity, and inclusion – often called D.E.I. – actually look like? What tangible steps can business leaders take to integrate the principles not...