2020 is far from over but, the first half has taught us very valuable lessons that should be considered as a wake up call for everyone to take action against the injustices present in the system. In this special podcast episode, Fiona talks about why every business owner needs to speak up about important matters in a way that’s true to each business’ values. Make sure to pay attention to this episode as it’s a sensitive conversation that everyone needs to participate in… now more than ever.

Topics discussed in this episode:

Introduction [0:54]

Recalling what happened earlier this year [1:27]

Racism and privilege [2:40]

When should small business owners speak up? [3:34]

What is right for your business? [4:15]

Fiona's privilege as a white person [5:52]

Small business owners' values [6:44]

Diving into your values [11:34]

Showing up in a way that's true to your values [13:11]

Creating impact [14:02]

Talking about these kinds of issues [15:55]

A note for black people and people of colour [16:58]

A note for white people [17:43]

On showing up [18:38]

How Fiona does her part [19:55]

Conclusion [22:49]

Resources mentioned in this episode:

George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter Movement

COVID news

Bushfires in Australia

Roman Catholic Church harassment cases

Source Nation

Dixie Crawford

Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia

Australia Day by Stan Grant

How to be an Anti-racist by Ibram X. Kendi

White Fragility by Robin Diangelo

Me and White Supremacy by Layla Saad

Transcript:

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