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Link to Ep 36: Addressing Domestic Violence in the Workplace with Melody Gross
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Ep 36: Addressing Domestic Violence in the Workplace with Melody Gross
Domestic violence in the workplace is a real issue that impacts the well-being and productivity of employees. It’s not just a personal problem. It’s a workplace problem. “Current or former intimate partners accounted for nearly 33% of women killed in US workplaces between 2003 and 2008,” according to a report on Workplace Homicides Among U.S….
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Link to Ep 35: The Journey of Disability Inclusion in the Workplace with Graciano Petersen
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Ep 35: The Journey of Disability Inclusion in the Workplace with Graciano Petersen
True inclusion means creating a safe space for employees to navigate their disability identity changes and providing the necessary accommodations.  In this episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we talk to Graciano Petersen, the Senior Director for Talent, Culture, and Training at RespectAbility, an organization that fights stigmas and advances opportunities for people with disabilities….
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Link to Ep 33: Relationship-Building – Maintaining Strong Relationships at Work (Part 4)
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Ep 33: Relationship-Building – Maintaining Strong Relationships at Work (Part 4)
In the last episode of our four-part relationship-building series, Tonya Ladipo and Elizabeth Byrne discuss the importance of maintaining strong relationships in the workplace. They emphasize the need for intentionality and purpose in team-building activities, and the importance of including all team members in the decision-making process. Listen to Episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify…
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Link to Ep 32: Relationship-Building – Rupture and Repair with Elizabeth Byrne (Part 3)
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Ep 32: Relationship-Building – Rupture and Repair with Elizabeth Byrne (Part 3)
How do you repair relationships? You’re not always going to get things right. Recovering from mistakes at work can either strengthen or deteriorate work relationships.  In part three of our relationship-building episode series, Tonya and counselor Elizabeth Byrne discuss remedies for mending work relationships. Listen to Episode on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Watch on YouTube…
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Link to Ep 31: Relationship-Building – When Conflict Happens with Elizabeth Byrne (Part 2)
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Ep 31: Relationship-Building – When Conflict Happens with Elizabeth Byrne (Part 2)
When there’s conflict at work, the strength of workplace relationships will be challenged. In part two of our relationship-building episode series, Tonya and counselor Elizabeth Byrne discuss how to approach conflict without harming people on your team. Watch on YouTube Key Takeaways: If there’s one thing we can guarantee in the workplace and life, it…
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Link to Ep 30: Relationship-Building – Set the Foundation with Elizabeth Byrne (Part 1)
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Ep 30: Relationship-Building – Set the Foundation with Elizabeth Byrne (Part 1)
In a 4-part episode series on the Managing Well podcast, Tonya Ladipo talks with licensed counselor Elizabeth Byrne about relationship-building and cultivating healthy connections in the workplace. Your ability to make sure your team feels valued and heard begins with the work culture. In this episode, we start the conversation by discussing how to set…
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Link to Ep 29: Workplace Wellness & Equity in Healthcare with Tonya Ladipo
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Ep 29: Workplace Wellness & Equity in Healthcare with Tonya Ladipo
On September 13th and September 21st, Tonya Ladipo is hosting a virtual healthcare symposium, “Workplace Wellness & Equity in Healthcare.”  In this episode, Tonya talks about growing up as the daughter of an emergency room physician, the significance of the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action ruling, and why the healthcare industry needs to stay committed to…
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Link to Ep. 28: Managing Allyship Fatigue with Farah Harris
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Ep. 28: Managing Allyship Fatigue with Farah Harris
Guilt, shame, and uncertainty about the right thing to say or do has been described as allyship fatigue when it comes to learning the history and day-to-day experiences of people from underrepresented communities. As a leader in your organization, do you avoid the tough conversations, or do you lean into them? In this episode, we…
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Link to Ep. 26: Anatomy of a Toxic Manager with Jesse Frechette
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Ep. 26: Anatomy of a Toxic Manager with Jesse Frechette
Harmful people managers aren’t born that way. Everyone has a story that influences how they behave. Today’s episode delves into the anatomy and development of toxic people management skills.  Our guest, Jesse Frechette, is a family systems therapist who will help us understand the origins of poor management skills and how we can avoid falling…
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Link to Ep 25: How to Lead with Generosity with Shannon Cassidy
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Ep 25: How to Lead with Generosity with Shannon Cassidy
Is compensation the only generosity that matters at work? On the latest episode of the Managing Well podcast, Tonya Ladipo chats with author and executive performance coach Shannon Cassidy about what it means to be a generous leader and the importance of gratitude in the workplace. Watch on YouTube Key Takeaways: Generous leadership is about…
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Link to Ep 24: How to Practice Empathy at Work with Giovan Lane
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Ep 24: How to Practice Empathy at Work with Giovan Lane
Empathy has often been considered a ‘soft skill’. Yet, research shows that leaders with high emotional intelligence and empathy are more successful. In this episode, we speak with scientist Giovan Lane about the ways pharmaceutical company, GSK, is integrating empathy into the workplace. Watch on YouTube Key Takeaways: Empathy is a superpower and a muscle…
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Link to Rewind: Emotional Intelligence 101 for Leadership with Elizabeth Byrne
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Rewind: Emotional Intelligence 101 for Leadership with Elizabeth Byrne
Watch on YouTube Download Episode Worksheet for People Managers  Are you leading with fear or empathy?  Since it’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we thought it would be a great time to self-reflect on how we show up in the workplace.  For this week’s Managing Well podcast, we’re reprising our “Emotional Intelligence 101 for Leadership” episode…
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Link to Ep 19: More Than KPIs: What Metrics Are Important? with Constanzia Churn and Chris Brown
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Ep 19: More Than KPIs: What Metrics Are Important? with Constanzia Churn and Chris Brown
Watch on YouTube Download the Episode Worksheet for People Managers  Managers often prioritize metrics that drive revenue and have a direct impact on the bottom line. But what are some of the not-so-obvious metrics that can help you keep retention rates high and turnover rates low? In this episode, Tonya Ladipo talks with The Ladipo…
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Link to Ep 13: Say My Name, Correctly!
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Ep 13: Say My Name, Correctly!
As someone whose name has always been mispronounced, Tonya shares a personal story of how she felt when someone cared enough to pronounce it correctly. In this episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we talk about the importance of people’s names and how to avoid mispronouncing them. Watch on YouTube Download Episode 13 Worksheet…
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Link to Ep 10: Feedback Vs. Criticism
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Ep 10: Feedback Vs. Criticism
We all know feedback is an important part of success, yet it’s difficult for many of us to give useful and actionable feedback.  In this episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo we discuss feedback versus criticism and why it’s important to know the difference. We’re addressing what gets in our way of giving ‘good’…
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Link to Ep 8: The Reality of Gender Exclusion in the Workplace with Tiffany Tavarez & Tali Bray
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Ep 8: The Reality of Gender Exclusion in the Workplace with Tiffany Tavarez & Tali Bray
If your organization’s gender inclusion policies don’t consider how intersectionality (race, gender expression, sexual orientation, and more) plays a role in conscious and unconscious bias in the workplace, you could fall short of creating an equitable workplace for women.  In the season finale podcast episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we have an honest…
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Link to Ep 7: Burnout and the Bottomline with Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson
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Ep 7: Burnout and the Bottomline with Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson
Research by McKinsey shows that almost half of the workforce is experiencing burnout. We’re all tired. If you’re not stressed from home or work, the world’s volatility could have you struggling to concentrate. This episode discusses burnout and how to prevent it in the workplace.  In this podcast episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, Dr….
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Link to Ep 6: Creating an Inclusive Workplace for Black Women at Work with Dr. Akua Boateng
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Ep 6: Creating an Inclusive Workplace for Black Women at Work with Dr. Akua Boateng
The workplace isn’t always safe for Black women. Historically, Black women have felt invisible at work. From being unable to show up to work wearing their natural hair to being afraid of being labeled difficult or aggressive when they’re assertive.  In this podcast episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we chat with licensed psychotherapist…
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Link to Ep 5: How to Remove Bias From Your Hiring and Recruiting Process with Alison K. Dougherty
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Ep 5: How to Remove Bias From Your Hiring and Recruiting Process with Alison K. Dougherty
Unchecked biases can negatively shape your company’s work culture. Not hiring and promoting a more diverse workforce could lead to a toxic work environment with high turnover that can ultimately impact your company’s bottom line. In this podcast episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we talk with HR practitioner Alison K. Dougherty, Ed.D about…
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Link to Ep 4: How to Handle Microaggressions In the Workplace with Audrey Croley Little
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Ep 4: How to Handle Microaggressions In the Workplace with Audrey Croley Little
Microaggressions in the workplace have recently gotten a lot of attention, but do you know how to identify and address when microaggressions happen within your organization or on your team? In this podcast episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we chat with management consultant Audrey Croley Little of Atwater Martin about the impact of…
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Link to Ep 3: Emotional Intelligence 101 for Leadership with Elizabeth Byrne
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Ep 3: Emotional Intelligence 101 for Leadership with Elizabeth Byrne
What is emotional intelligence and why do effective leaders need it to be successful? In this episode of Managing Well with Tonya Ladipo, we talk about the basics of being a successful people manager and tools for self-reflection and taking action.   Tonya chats with licensed and board-certified counselor and consultant Elizabeth Byrne about the…
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Link to Ep 2: What Does Equity in Healthcare Look Like? with Dr. Stella A. Safo
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Ep 2: What Does Equity in Healthcare Look Like? with Dr. Stella A. Safo
The inequities in the healthcare industry range from the mistreatment of marginalized medical students to unchecked racial bias that can harm patients. In this episode of the Managing Well podcast, we discuss the importance of equity and inclusion in healthcare. Our guest Dr. Stella A. Safo, MD, MPH from Just Equity for Health is a…
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Link to Ep 1: Tackling Tech’s Lack of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Tali Bray
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Ep 1: Tackling Tech’s Lack of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Tali Bray
When you look at the tech industry, the makeup of leadership is overwhelming white men. The lack of diverse perspectives in leadership impacts company culture. In this episode, we discuss how to change the toxic “tech bro” workplace environment and make it more equitable, inclusive and diverse from the C-Suite to the bottom of the…
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