conversations with leaders changing (y)our world.
Impact Investing Beyond Dollars: The Role of Leadership in Making Lasting Change with Lacy Serros, Ep. 11
Impact Investing Beyond Dollars: The Role of Leadership in Making Lasting Change with Lacy Serros, Ep. 11
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Lacy Serros from Nonprofit Finance Fund talks about how they are bringing the private, public, and social sectors together to work towards equity in impact investing. Lacy shares her personal experience and how it influences her leadership style and the importance of language and narrative in leadership. She also explains the misconceptions about impact investing and emphasizes the importance of inclusiveness and data analysis in making decisions.
CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss challenging gender norms, impact investing and re-evaluating language as a valuable leadership skill.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
People from underprivileged areas are often forgotten and de-prioritized, making it important to include their perspectives in leadership conversations.
Personal background and experiences, such as familial and cultural norms, can shape leadership styles and bring unique perspectives to the table.
Impact investing requires more than just moving money towards social causes; it involves inclusive conversations, diverse perspectives, and data-driven decision making.
SHAMELESS PLUG
Ask yourself, “What is Pro-You?”
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
How can you, as a leader, bring diverse voices into the conversation and ensure equitable decision-making in organizations?
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OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST
SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 22): Bix Gabriel and Stephanie Arcella of TakeTwo Services
SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).
The Importance of the Role a Value-based Board Provides with Whitley Richards, Ep. 10
the Importance of the Role a Value-based Board Provides with whitley richards, ep. 10
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EPISODE SUMMARY
On any given day Whitley Richards could be talking with Fortune 500 employees, nonprofit leaders, and potential board members to bridge talent, nonprofit governance, and corporate engagement. Cause Strategy Partners brings both training and talent to nonprofit governance. Hear what makes their work so unique and how they are intentional about how they match and lead.
CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion in board leadership, shared power in decision making, and having a strong grasp of organizational operations.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
Board members must ask hard questions and reflect the communities that the organization serves while staying true to their values as leaders.
Effective leadership during times of ambiguity and uncertainty involves establishing hope and taking risks towards a brighter future.
Having a diverse board of directors is important for nonprofit organizations to ensure the public's trust and make better decisions.
SHAMELESS PLUG
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
What is the role of a governing board in ensuring that a nonprofit organization is executing its mission in a way that is contributing to a positive social outcome?
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OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST
SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 22): Bix Gabriel and Stephanie Arcella of TakeTwo Services
SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).
The Importance Of Listening, Understanding People, and Building Empathy in Leadership with Joe Kutchera and Alfonso Perez Acosta, Ep. 9
The Importance Of Listening, Understanding People, and Building Empathy in Leadership with joe kutchera and alfonso perez acosta, ep. 9
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Alfonso Perez Acosta, a visionary artist, and Joe Kutchera, a passionate advocate for community engagement, embark on an exploration of leadership and its essence. They propose that true leadership involves not only pointing out a direction but also finding ways to engage and involve others in pursuing that path. Drawing parallels between their own experiences and the Portraits of Immigrant Voices project, they emphasize the transformative power of art in fostering conversations and cultivating empathy within society.
CLICK HERE to listen to our episode at we discuss immigrant voices, storytelling and the transformative power of art.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
Leadership requires listening and understanding people, and surrounding yourself with the right team to achieve goals.
Leadership involves pointing out a direction and finding ways to involve others in following or leading towards that direction.
Empathy is a crucial skill for leadership, which can be practiced by interviewing and listening to others in a low-pressure environment.
SHAMELESS PLUG
The Portraits of Immigrant Voices project in Richmond, VA – https://www.rvastrong.org/portraits
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
How can leaders use art and storytelling to build empathy and understanding among their team or community?
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST
SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 22): Bix Gabriel and Stephanie Arcella of TakeTwo Services
SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 8): Randy Moore on Leading through Systems of Underemployment for College Graduates
SIPS & Leadership Episode 8 with Randy Moore on Leading through Systems of Underemployment for College Graduates
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Randy Moore is the Chief Operating Officer of COOP, an organization with the mission to overcome underemployment through digital skills and peer connections. He shares opening pathways for people who are first generation college students and acquainting them with access to professional social capital.
CLICK HERE to listen to our episode as we discuss the leader/follower relationship, being both authentic and professional, and the constant learning we all need to do as leaders regardless of background.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
The success of a leader is interdependent on the team they are working with and the goal they all share.
A good leader should not only be able to inspire others but also be able to follow.
It is crucial to identify and explain systems of oppression, specifically within the United States, to help young people identify and understand these systems and navigate them better.
SHAMELESS PLUG
Always be a continuous learner.
Quote by Chinua Achebe: “One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised.”
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
What progress have you seen in equipping college graduates to successfully enter the working force?
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST
SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 22): Bix Gabriel and Stephanie Arcella of TakeTwo Services
SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).
Creating Inclusive Spaces and Empowering Ideas with Rahsaan Harris, Ep. 7
Creating Inclusive Spaces and Empowering Ideas with rahsaan Harris, Ep. 7
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Rahsaan Harris is the Chief Executive Officer at Citizens Committee for New York City, we talk abou how philanthropy should be risk capital for social innovation and how leadership is about alignment, communication, and goal attainment, while emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and bringing all ideas together to create transformative change.
CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss philanthropy, equity and how all of these are integrated into the work at Citizens Committee for New York City.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
Inclusivity and bringing diverse perspectives to the table is a powerful way to generate new ideas and proof of concept, and ensure that decisions are not being made for people but with them.
Collaboration is crucial for success: there’s an importance in bringing people together to work towards common goals.
Leadership requires a clear vision and a commitment to communication and alignment with others to achieve shared goals.
SHAMELESS PLUG
Citizens Committee for New York City
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
What are some effective strategies for promoting inclusive leadership and ensuring that everyone's voices are heard?
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST
SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 22): Bix Gabriel and Stephanie Arcella of TakeTwo Services
SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).
Building Empathy in the Workplace with Katharine Manning, Ep. 6
Building More Empathy in the Workplace with katharine Manning, ep. 6
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Katharine Manning is the author of The Empathetic Workplace: Five Steps to a Compassionate, Calm, and Confident Response to Trauma on the Job, and the President of Blackbird DC, that guides organizations on better responses to those in trauma and distress. She talks about trusting the process about sharing stories to build a culture of trust.
CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation as we discuss creating an environment and culture where people can thrive, the inflection point that can determine the trajectory of an organization, and the importance of talking about difficult topics.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
Leaders have a crucial role in providing empathy and support during challenging periods.
Brain fog, difficulty concentrating, and higher absenteeism are some of the consequences of trauma that can affect individuals' ability to work effectively.
Trauma doesn't exist in isolation; it has ripple effects that extend beyond personal experiences.
SHAMELESS PLUG
Check out Katharine Manning’s Book The Empathetic Workplace: Five Steps to a Compassionate, Calm, and Confident Response to Trauma on the Job
The Empathetic Workplace Podcast
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
How is empathy expressed by the leaders in your workplace?
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
OTHER EPISODES OF INTEREST
SIPS & Leadership (Ep.33): Melinda Jackson on Leadership
SIPS & Leadership (Ep. 22): Bix Gabriel and Stephanie Arcella of TakeTwo Services
SIPS & Leadership is a monthly livestream on LinkedIn, highlighting leaders changing the world who are engaged in social impact and public service (SIPS).