Coaching for Leaders

559: The Leadership Struggles We See, with Muriel Wilkins

Dec 20, 2021
Muriel Wilkins, co-founder of Paravis Partners and C-suite advisor, shares her insights on current leadership challenges. She discusses the shift from mere acknowledgment to impactful action in diversity and inclusion. Leaders are urged to navigate their roles amidst the 'great resignation,' contemplating the implications of career choices. Muriel emphasizes the need to balance human-centric approaches with performance metrics, encouraging leaders to meet individuals where they are for effective communication and influence.
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INSIGHT

Inclusive Culture Paradox

  • Leaders struggle with DEI initiatives feeling exclusive.
  • An inclusive culture challenges traditional culture definitions, raising the question of belonging.
ADVICE

Focusing on Energy in DEI

  • When discussing DEI, focus on the desired organizational energy and feeling.
  • Translate that feeling into concrete terms to re-examine culture definitions.
INSIGHT

DEI Shift: Explanation to Inquiry

  • Leaders are shifting from explaining DEI initiatives to inquiring about them.
  • This shift represents a move towards discomfort and acknowledging a lack of answers.
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