by Denver Frederick | Aug 21, 2023 | Blog
In her appearance on The Business of Giving podcast, leadership expert Sally Helgesen unpacks the essentials for building inclusive workplaces. She emphasizes recognizing and handling ‘triggers’ which can create discord among diverse teams. Helgesen also sheds light on the importance of visibility and how perceptions of recognition need a constructive reframe. Moreover, she encourages individuals to embrace authenticity but cautions against letting it hinder growth. Crucially, she advocates for action-oriented approaches over mere thoughts to truly foster inclusivity, highlighting that it’s the tangible steps that count in making a workplace where everyone thrives.
by Denver Frederick | Aug 19, 2023 | Blog
Dr. Timothy Clark, a leading authority on psychological safety, redefines its role as a cornerstone of team success in modern organizations, going beyond the common misconceptions of it being a shield from accountability or a mandate to “be nice.” He underscores the concept as a vital intersection of respect and permission that fosters inclusive dialogue and innovation. By outlining the four stages of psychological safety—ranging from inclusion and learner safety, through contributor safety, to challenger safety—Clark illuminates how leaders can create a conducive environment for team members to learn, contribute, and ultimately challenge the status quo without fear. He emphasizes the vital role of leadership in modeling vulnerability, rewarding contributions, and fostering a collaborative approach to compensate for the changing dynamics of workplaces, including hybrid or virtual configurations. Clark concludes that creating and sustaining psychologically safe environments requires a deep understanding of human conditions and offers resources at leaderfactor.com for leaders embarking on this journey.
by Denver Frederick | Aug 16, 2023 | Blog
The Clean Slate Initiative, under the leadership of CEO Sheena Meade, is transforming lives by helping individuals with past records break barriers to employment, housing, and education. This initiative, which started in Pennsylvania, is striving to make the process of clearing records automated, shifting the burden from individuals to the government. Through Meade’s personal experiences and passion, she emphasizes the importance of involving those directly impacted by the criminal justice system in reform efforts. With policies already changed in 12 states and a $75 million grant from the Audacious Project, the Clean Slate Initiative aims to expand nationwide, fostering a future where this reform is seen as common sense, and ultimately providing a second chance for millions.
by Denver Frederick | Jul 31, 2023 | Blog
Tracy DeTomasi, the CEO of Callisto, a non-profit organization, is leveraging technology to combat the prevalent issue of sexual assault on college campuses. During her conversation with Denver Frederick on The Business of Giving, DeTomasi highlighted Callisto’s core tool, Callisto Vault, which provides survivors with a secure platform to report their experiences. Callisto Vault’s unique matching system is a critical component in identifying serial offenders and connecting survivors, a feature DeTomasi views as instrumental in making survivors feel less isolated. As the organization expands its technology to more campuses and aims for universal access, DeTomasi emphasized their strategic partnerships, trauma-informed internal culture, and efforts towards societal change. Furthermore, she shared insights about the Double Red Zone, a surge in sexual assaults post-pandemic, underscoring the ongoing relevance and urgency of Callisto’s mission.
by Denver Frederick | Jul 20, 2023 | Blog
Shabana Basij-Rasikh is a beacon of transformative leadership, characterized by audacious courage, visionary foresight, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to education. As the co-founder of the School of Leadership, Afghanistan (SOLA), she empowers young Afghan girls through education. Her fearless determination was highlighted when she orchestrated the evacuation of her school community from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan to Rwanda, ensuring the continuation of the education for these girls. Her leadership stands as an inspiration and reminder of the positive change that courageous and dedicated individuals can bring to societies.
by Denver Frederick | Jul 19, 2023 | Blog
During his 18-year presidency of the Knight Foundation, Alberto Ibargüen championed local news, promoted digital evolution, leveraged lessons from Hurricane Katrina for community reconstruction, and strived relentlessly for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Recognizing arts as crucial for thriving communities, he fostered cultural landscapes, especially in Miami. As he steps down, Ibargüen leaves behind a lasting legacy of transformative leadership, marked by guiding principles that inspired the Foundation’s stakeholders to navigate future challenges independently, seize new opportunities, and continue journeying into uncharted territories.
