Inclusive Leadership Coaching

How Capitalism Cultivates Narcissism in Inclusive Leadership Coaching Discover why narcissism isn't just a personality disorder—it's a systemic pattern shaped by capitalism itself. In this eye-opening episode, host Terri explores the hidden connection between economic systems and narcissistic behaviour patterns that show up in coaching, leadership, and everyday life. Learn why coaching emerged inside capitalism, not outside of it, and how the industry's "we don't coach mental health" narrative creates a dangerous policy-practice gap. With 85% of coaches reporting clients seeking mental wellbeing support, it's time to challenge what we've been taught about scope of practice. This episode covers: • The spectrum of narcissistic traits from healthy ego to harmful behavior • How neoliberalism in the 1980s-90s shaped modern coaching culture • The true self vs. false self split and how capitalism weaponizes it • Why understanding system-shaped behavior is essential for inclusive coaching • The role of white supremacy, patriarchy, and oppression in shaping adaptations • Why 1 in 6 people may operate with strong narcissistic traits 🎙️ Listen now and join the Inclusion Lab for deeper conversations, coaching strategies and tools ->  The Real Talk: Rest as Resistance   Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37544869&appointmentType=85793642 Podcast Disclaimer Bio:  As someone who is ADHD and dyslexic, Terri (she/her/hers) brings the expertise of lived experience to her coaching practice. She is a Jamaican American woman living and loving Canada and an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Life and Leadership coach with thousands of hours of coaching experience and credentials in DEIAA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism, and Accessibility) and Neuro-Inclusive Equitable Systems Design from the University of British Columbia. As a mentor coach supervisor, she supports coaches in designing inclusive coaching practices that honour neurodiversity. Before coaching, she spent 23 years as an Emmy-nominated makeup artist in the entertainment industry, where she developed her strengths in creative innovation, design, systems thinking, and collaborative partnership. Whether you're a coach, leader, or someone navigating complex relationships, this episode will change how you see human behavior forever. Fair warning: once you see these patterns, you can't unsee them. Keywords: narcissism in leadership, capitalism and narcissism, inclusive leadership coaching, coaching mental health, neoliberalism and coaching, narcissistic traits, systems thinking, DEI coaching, coaching scope of practice, trauma-informed coaching

🎧 Rest, Recognition & Redesign: Why Black Women Don't Owe You an Explanation | Inclusive Leadership Coaching Discover why rest isn't a reward—it's a right. In this groundbreaking episode, we explore the hidden labor that black women perform daily, the anti-black misogyny embedded in workplace culture, and how to redesign systems for true equity. 🔥 What You'll Learn: ✅ The "Strong Black Woman" stereotype and its roots in slavery ✅ Why rest is political—and who benefits when you don't take it ✅ Intersectionality in action: race, gender, and workplace expectations ✅ How to recognize invisible labor and compensate it fairly ✅ Practical strategies for dismantling systemic racism in leadership ✅ The difference between self-care   and actual systemic change Perfect for: DEI practitioners, HR leaders, coaches, managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone committed to anti-racist leadership and inclusive workplace culture. Featured: Insights from Dr. Shereen Daniels, bestselling author of The Anti-Racist Organization Keywords: inclusive leadership, DEI, diversity equity inclusion, anti-racism, workplace equity, black women in leadership, systemic racism, emotional labor, intersectionality, leadership coaching, organizational change, workplace culture, racial justice, feminist leadership, neurodivergent leaders, BIPOC leadership, rest as resistance, workplace burnout, equitable systems ⚡ Ready to move beyond performative allyship? This episode gives you the language, frameworks, and real talk you need to create actual change. 🎙️ Listen now and join the Inclusion Lab for deeper conversations, coaching strategies and tools ->  The Real Talk: Rest as Resistance   Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37544869&appointmentType=85793642 Podcast Disclaimer Bio:  Terri Donohue is a passionate and ICF/PCC-certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) coach specializing in Neurodiversity Life and Leadership. With 23 years of experience in the entertainment industry, where she earned an Emmy nomination, Terri brings a unique blend of creative expertise and a deep commitment to empowering others. She works with and prefers to align herself with ours, which values honesty, personal development, fairness, and connection. Terri is a coaches coach who also enjoys supporting therapist as well. 

Racial harm in the workplace often goes unaddressed because leaders frame it as "perception" rather than reality. In this essential episode for coaches, diversity practitioners, and inclusive leaders, we explore how to support Black clients experiencing racial trauma through embodied, trauma-informed coaching practices. What You'll Learn: Why senior leaders fail to address everyday racial harm and how this impacts Black professionals The Terri Tools framework: five practical coaching strategies for supporting clients through racial trauma How to create psychologically safe coaching containers where Black clients feel seen and believed The role of EMDR therapy in processing racial trauma and when to refer clients out Somatic and body-centered practices for nervous system regulation after experiencing racial harm Strategic documentation and protection planning for clients facing workplace discrimination Loving-kindness meditation as a self-compassion practice for rebuilding worthiness Key Topics Covered: Racial trauma and its impact on the body, mind, and nervous system Trauma-informed coaching for BIPOC professionals Workplace racial harm and microaggressions EMDR therapy for racial trauma processing Somatic coaching practices and embodied awareness Ethical coaching boundaries and therapeutic referrals Organizational gaslighting and systemic racism This episode moves beyond intentions to focus on impact, offering coaches concrete tools to support clients navigating racial harm while honouring both the client's experience and the coach's ethical boundaries. Perfect for: Executive coaches, leadership coaches, DEI practitioners, inclusive leadership specialists, neurodiversity coaches, HR professionals, Therapist and anyone supporting professionals in workspaces. Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37544869&appointmentType=85793642 Podcast Disclaimer Bio:  Terri Donohue is a passionate and ICF/PCC-certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) coach specializing in Neurodiversity Life and Leadership. With 23 years of experience in the entertainment industry, where she earned an Emmy nomination, Terri brings a unique blend of creative expertise and a deep commitment to empowering others. She works with and prefers to align herself with ours, which values honesty, personal development, fairness, and connection. Terri is a coaches coach who also enjoys supporting therapist as well.  Contact Information for California EMDR Therapist:  PAMELA J. WARREN, THERAPY: https://www.pamwarrentherapy.com/

🔥 The Productivity Obsession That's Actually Perpetuating Harm What if everything we've been taught about productivity in coaching is reinforcing 400+ years of ableist systems? This groundbreaking episode exposes the hidden pipeline from meritocracy to ableism that's infiltrating coaching practices everywhere. Discover why "just work harder" mentality violates inclusive leadership principles and learn the essential lens shift from "What's wrong with them?" to "What support do they need?" Perfect for mentor coaching, CCE credits, and coaches committed to neurodiversity inclusion.   What You'll Learn: How toxic productivity undermines coaching ethics The meritocracy-to-ableism pipeline destroying client trust Sustainable productivity strategies for neurodivergent clients ICF-aligned approaches to inclusive coaching practices Why accommodations aren't weakness—they're accessibility rights Essential for: ICF Core Competencies & Ethics Alert! Inclusive leadership coaches, mentor coaches, neurodiversity specialists, ICF credential holders pursuing CCE hours, and any coach working with ADHD, autistic, or neurodivergent clients. Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ Podcast Disclaimer Bio:  Terri Donohue is a passionate and ICF/PCC-certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) coach specializing in Neurodiversity Life and Leadership. With 23 years of experience in the entertainment industry, where she earned an Emmy nomination, Terri brings a unique blend of creative expertise and a deep commitment to empowering others. She works with and prefers to align herself with ours, which values honesty, personal development, fairness, and connection. Resources mentioned: Devon Price's "Laziness Does Not Exist" https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/laziness-does-not-exist-devon-price-phd/1137251962?utm_source=chatgpt.com   Primary Tags: #InclusiveLeadership #NeurodiversityCoaching #ICFEthics #MentorCoaching #CoachingEthics #ADHDCoaching #AutismCoaching #ToxicProductivity#CCECredits #InclusiveCoach #NeurodivergentCoaching #CoachTraining #EthicalCoaching #AccessibilityCoaching #SustainableProductivity #CoachDevelopment#MeritocracyMyth #CoachingInclusion #NeuroInclusiveCoaching #DisabilityCoaching #CoachingJustice #AntiAbleistCoaching  

Podcast Description: In this powerful episode, Terri Donohue sits down with Natasha Aruliah—a psychologist, trauma-aware facilitator, educator, consultant, and coach with over 25 years of experience in equity, inclusion, and organizational transformation. Together, they explore the deep and often complex journey of identity work—what it means for leaders, coaches, and anyone committed to creating truly inclusive spaces. From unpacking privilege and bias to navigating the ways we’ve internalized societal expectations, Natasha and Terri dive into how identity shapes leadership, belonging, and transformation. Along the way, they honor the richness of diverse identities and the contributions of all groups, while also naming how systems of power, inequities, and oppression impact the coaching profession and the people we serve. They share practical tools and coaching strategies that support clients in noticing, naming, and nurturing their authentic selves. Whether you’re a coach seeking to deepen your practice, a leader striving to embody inclusive leadership, or simply someone curious about the intersection of coaching, identity, and DEI, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to “coach the who” — not just the what. nd inspire you to “coach the who” — not just the what. ✨ Key themes: Identity work as the bedrock of Inclusive Leadership Coaching Recognizing and respecting different identities and lived experiences How privilege, power, and systemic inequities shape our sense of self Practical frameworks for coaching identity, belonging, and inclusion Why Inclusive Leadership Coaching transformation must begin within If you’re ready to explore the heart of coaching indentity, inclusion, and equity, this episode is for you. Resources: Notice Your Soul in the Dark (21 minutes) - John Amaechi video Emotional Justice: A roadmap for racial healing - Esther Armah Connect with Natasha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-aruliah-75071420/ Bio: Natasha Aruliah is a coach, psychologist, therapist, and trauma-aware facilitator, consultant, educator, and coach specializing in JEDdi (social justice, equity, decolonizing, diversity, inclusion) and transformational organizational change. She began her career in higher education supporting international and marginalized students before moving to community settings, witnessing firsthand the impact of systemic structures and related trauma. With over 25 years of experience across government, union, non-profit, community, and corporate sectors in the UK, Europe, Canada, and the USA, Natasha creates spaces for all voices, supporting courageous dialogue on challenging or often-avoided topics. She has taught at the University of British Columbia, the Justice Institute of BC, and co-facilitated Effective and Inclusive Group Facilitation courses at Simon Fraser University. Her particular area of interest is identity development, which she teaches and speaks on widely. Connect with Terri: https://terridonohue.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/terridonohuecoaching/ Podcast Disclaimer Bio:  Terri Donohue is a passionate and ICF/PCC-certified Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) coach specializing in Neurodiversity Life and Leadership. With 23 years of experience in the entertainment industry, where she earned an Emmy nomination, Terri brings a unique blend of creative expertise and a deep commitment to empowering others. She works with and prefers to align herself with ours, which values honesty, personal development, fairness, and connection. #CoachingIdentity #InclusiveCoaching #InclusiveLeadership #LeadershipCoaching #DiversityEquityInclusion #CoachingForEquity #IdentityAndLeadership #CoachTheWho #BelongingInLeadership #LeadershipTransformation #SystemicChange #EquityAndInclusion #SocialJusticeLeadership #TraumaInformedCoaching #CoachingPodcast #LeadershipMatters#InternationalCoachingFederation #ICF #CoreCompetencies #ICFMaintainingPresence