The AC Podcast

210: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Leadership

In this Episode

Pooja Sachdev, a coach and occupational psychologist, joins host Simone Sweeney to discuss the essential role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in leadership. Pooja provides, in Simone’s words, ‘one of the best definitions of diversity, inclusion and equity I have ever heard.’ They discuss the challenges organizations face in achieving true DEI and the phenomenon of ‘diversity fatigue’ and explore challenges like managing multi-generational teams and addressing poor leadership behaviour. They also discuss allyship and give practical strategies for leaders to enhance their inclusive practices. An informative, reflective episode that underscores the importance of a human-centric leader being an inclusive leader and the important role coaching plays in supporting this.

You Will Learn

• The distinction between diversity, equity, and inclusion as separate but interconnected concepts.
• The role of empathy in effective leadership and its impact on team dynamics
• The value of diverse thinking and perspectives in driving innovation and problem solving

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Guest Bio

Pooja Sachdev is an author, coach, consultant, and founder of Rewire Consulting, a strategic consultancy specialising in culture, leadership and diversity. She works with individuals, teams and organisations, to help embed inclusive leadership and practices across the employee life cycle and create positive work cultures. Her book, 'Rewire: A Radical Approach to Tackling Diversity and Difference' (published by Bloomsbury) was described by the FT as "the most refreshing approach to diversity I have read.”

 

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