Coaching for Leaders

724: How to Bring Out the Best in People, with Donna Hicks

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Mar 10, 2025
Donna Hicks, an Associate at Harvard's Weatherhead Center and former Deputy Director at PICAR, dives deep into the concept of dignity and its power in relationships and leadership. She discusses how dignity differs from respect, emphasizing that everyone has dignity, regardless of status. Vulnerability and empathy are highlighted as key tools for leaders to foster trust and connection. Hicks shares insights on how recognizing dignity can transform conflicts into meaningful dialogues, ultimately bringing out the best in people and humanity.
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ANECDOTE

Dignity in Conflict Resolution

  • Donna Hicks' work with conflicting parties worldwide revealed a recurring theme of dignity violations.
  • A breakthrough came when she explicitly addressed dignity, leading to acknowledgment and progress.
INSIGHT

Inherent Dignity

  • Desmond Tutu emphasized that dignity is inherent and cannot be taken away, only injured.
  • He highlighted the importance of this belief during apartheid in South Africa.
INSIGHT

Acknowledgement and Healing

  • Desmond Tutu stressed the importance of acknowledging suffering to foster reconciliation.
  • Acknowledging dignity violations is essential for healing and moving forward.
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