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Deepa Purushothaman: The Shocking Ways Toxic Workplaces Affect Your Health

Dec 31, 2024

Deepa Purushothaman, a race and gender studies expert and founder of The Rewrite, discusses the impact of toxic workplaces on health and well-being. She emphasizes the importance of collective action and storytelling to drive change in corporate culture. Practical negotiation strategies are shared, along with a focus on empathy during difficult conversations. Deepa encourages fostering deeper connections through vulnerability and personal discussions, urging leaders to align their behaviors with organizational values for a healthier work environment.

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Deepa Purushothaman

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Quick takeaways

Collective action and storytelling are vital tools for driving change in toxic workplaces by fostering empathy and genuine connections.

Recognizing personal integrity and maintaining resilience are crucial for individuals to empower themselves and influence positive change in their work environments.

Deep dives

Reimagining Workplace Culture

Workplace culture is undergoing a significant transformation influenced by the events of the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations now face the challenge of adapting their structures, operations, and policies to meet the evolving expectations of employees. Many workplaces were historically designed around outdated societal norms, such as the traditional two-parent household model, which fails to accommodate the diverse realities of modern workers. There is a critical need for companies to consciously renegotiate and redefine their work cultures to foster inclusivity and ensure that all employees can thrive.

Intro

2min

Transforming Workplace Cultures

8min

The Art of Persuasion in Sensitive Discussions

3min

Navigating Difficult Conversations with Empathy

2min

Navigating Workplace Toxicity with Empathy and Strategy

3min

Fostering Connections Through Personal Conversations

6min

Confronting Workplace Toxicity

14min

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In this compelling episode of "Negotiate Anything," we dive into the complexities of navigating toxic work environments with the insights of Deepa Purushothaman, a seasoned expert in race and gender studies. Through a candid conversation with host Kwame Christian, Deepa illuminates the power of collective action, storytelling, and setting boundaries to drive change within corporate cultures. Listeners will come away empowered with practical negotiation strategies and a deeper understanding of the role empathy plays in these often-difficult discussions. Particularly for those seeking to renegotiate workplace dynamics, this episode is a masterclass in leveraging personal stories and vulnerabilities to foster meaningful connections and initiate crucial conversations.

What We Will Cover:

Deepa Purushothaman's expertise on the intersection of negotiation, race, and gender in the workplace.
The Batna principle and its application to negotiating in toxic work environments.
The American Negotiation Institute's approach to preparing for and engaging in difficult conversations.

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