Let’s be real. We try so hard to take care of ourselves but sometimes we fall a little short. With so much on our plates, are there ways to keep ourselves healthy that don’t require hours and hours each day? Wendy Suzuki is Dean of the College of Arts and Science at New York University and a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology. Her TED Talk, ‘The Brain-Changing Benefits of Exercise,’ has generated almost 18 million views. In this episode, Wendy breaks down the 4 pillars of keeping our ...
As humans, being intentional is easier said than done, especially during this AI surge. The connection that technology provides us, has its pros and cons, and we need to be aware of what they are. Luckily, there’s a recipe and a roadmap to guide us. Author, Erica Keswin, has written three best selling books, and she calls it “The Human Workplace Trilogy". She’s joining us today to provide strong nuggets of actionable advice to bring our “human” back to work. The three Ps of intentionali...
Daisy Auger-Dominguez was our first guest on the show, and we’re so happy to have her back! We have a lot of questions as we move forward. How do we combat any frustration or tiredness that we’ve been feeling? What can we do to make sure inclusivity continues to thrive? Well Daisy made it her mission to provide us with practices that will benefit our mental health in order to stay lit up and avoid burnout. But if you’re currently experiencing burnout and are on the edge, we have remedie...
There’s always room for improvement. No matter who you are, your industry, or where you are in your career. Over the past few years the idea of executive coaching has exploded. Coaching experts, Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane are the leaders of the 100 Coaches Agency. In the episode, they help us explore what coaching actually is, who needs a coach and how to be coached. At Metlife, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we believe making a difference in the lives of our cust...
Today’s guest describes us all as immigrants to the new world of work. With a workforce that spans at least 4 generations, she believes that many of us need to learn a new way of communicating in order to adapt to a hybrid workplace. Erica Dhawan is a speaker, researcher and the author of Digital Body Language: How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distance. In this episode, she told me the subject line of an email is the new eye contact and a follow up or recap email is the firm h...
In this episode, Michael Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work shares insights about how to be a leader for all, not just for some and how to build great work environments for all. At Metlife, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we believe making a difference in the lives of our customers, community, and the world around us is #AllTogetherPossible. Learn more and join us at MetLife.com.
Why are deep and lasting relationships important? How do we build them? What is the difference between networking and connecting? Susan McPherson is the founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies. She calls herself a serial connector and wrote the book, The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships. In this episode, we spoke with her about: How to make lasting connectionsThe value of being a connectorWhy networking and connecting are differentAt Met...
How can we adapt to new challenges and expectations as new employees join our workforce? What does it mean to find and cultivate talent? How does a good leader help their staff grow and thrive? Carla Harris is a Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley and a member of Metlife’s Board of Directors. She’s written several books. The most recent was titled Lead to Win. In this episode, we spoke with her about: Why leadership matters in DEIHow to cultivate modern leadersWhy leaders have...
Why is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion pivotal to a healthy work environment? How can you take action on DEI? How can you have conversations that matter? The goal of our show, is to examine the pivotal role that YOU can play in advancing DEI. In our second season, we’re bringing you twice as many stories and research driven conversations. On the show, we’ll have Carla Harris, Kenji Yoshino, Dr. Rohini Anand, and so many more notable and globally recognized DEI experts and practitioners. Th...
How can diversity drive innovation and inspire solutions? How can leaders unlock all of the innovation potential of their diverse teams? Frans Johansson is an entrepreneur, best-selling author, acclaimed international speaker, and leading thinker on the intersection of diversity and innovation. In this episode, we spoke with him about: How DEI unearths creativity and innovation in the workplaceWhy we’re entering the great recombination eraSpecific actions leaders can take to culti...
In this episode, we kick off the year with calls to action from all of our season 1 guests. In January, people tend to make New Year's resolutions and this year we want our listeners to make an inclusion resolution. That word, “resolution” comes from the word resolve, which is defined as a “fierce determination to do something.” As we look ahead in 2023, we are fiercely determined for our listeners to learn: How to question history, precedent, and harmful beliefsHow to take stock of rel...
This special episode will take you on our own journey of how and why we built our podcast, while also hearing incredibly personal stories and the most powerful insights our guests have shared in 2022. If this is your first time listening to our show, this episode will be an amazing way to get an overview of the conversations we’ve had and the lessons we’ve learned so far in Season 1. As we look back at our first year of Inclusion Begins with Me: You’ll hear about the experiences of incl...
How can we recognize our similarities and build strong relationships with one another despite our differences? Why is collective action central to advancing the work of DEI? Dr. Tina Opie and Dr. Beth Livingston are the authors of Shared Sisterhood: How to Take Collective Action for Racial and Gender Equity at Work. In this episode, we spoke with them about: How their relationship is the prime example for building shared sisterhoodWhy coalition building and accounta...
What is the difference between earned and unearned advantage? How can DEI practitioners simplify their work? How does advantage affect our workplaces? Why does it have a major impact on DEI work? Chris Altizer and Gloria Johnson-Cusack are the authors of Growing the Elephant: Increasing Earned Advantage for All. In this episode, we spoke with them about: How advantage - both earned and unearned has affected their livesWhy who you are and where you come from mattersHow to app...
Why does inclusion need to be personal? Why is it necessary for DEI work to be uncomfortable? What is the difference between niceness and kindness — and why does language matter to DEI efforts? Wade Davis is currently the Vice President of Inclusion Strategy for Product at Netflix. He’s a thought leader public speaker, and writer on gender, race, and orientation equality. In this episode, I spoke with Wade about: how leaders can step out of their comfort zone to advance DEIwhy it’s cruc...
What happens to our brain when we experience exclusion? How have pandemic related shifts in our work environments affected our ability to connect? And how do we maintain a clear sense of pride and purpose in our work? Dr. Britt Andreatta is a thought leader, consultant, and author. She synthesizes neuroscience and makes it applicable to the business world. Her book series on brain science looks at how we as people are wired to grow, resist, and connect. In this episode, I spoke with...
What is waymaking and can anyone be a waymaker? Is there a difference between waymaking and sponsorship? What makes employees feel respected and appreciated? Tara Jaye Frank’s book, The Waymakers: Clearing the Path to Workplace Equity with Competence and Confidence serves as a guide for tackling these tough questions. Tara started her 20-year career at Hallmark and today, she runs a successful culture and leadership consulting firm. In this episode, I spoke with Tara about: how waymaking can ...
What is the connection between purpose and performance? Amid the Great Resignation, what can workplaces do to meet the demands of today’s workforce? Today’s guest, Aaron Hurst, coined the “purpose economy.” He is the CEO and Founder of Imperative, a peer coaching startup that is helping employees find meaning and purpose in their work. According to research, 61% of Americans feel lonely at work — even before the pandemic. In this episode, Aaron and I tackle: why relationships are the biggest ...
In building inclusive workplaces where people feel a sense of belonging, why do we need to center women of color? In doing this work, how do we choose courage, vulnerability, and empathy, even when it’s difficult? To explore these topics, we’ll be hearing from Ruchika Tulshyan, author, global keynote speaker, and founder of Candour, an inclusion strategy practice. Ruchika co-wrote a paradigm-shifting article entitled “Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome” for Harvard Business Revie...
What is the true cost of women’s success in corporate America? How are women navigating the climb to reach the coveted seat of leadership? Deepa Purushothaman, a “first” senior partner at Deloitte, the first Indian-American woman, and one of the youngest people to make Partner in the firm's history, knows first-hand what price ethnically and racially diverse women pay to become leaders in their organizations. In this episode, Deepa shares her deeply personal journey as one of “the first...