by #kaispeaks | Bridging analytical thinking and human potential | Leadership strategies that blend research, psychology, and real-world experience | Semi-monthly
Dive deep into the art and science of leadership with insights that transform how individuals and teams understand themselves and each other. Through real-world experiences and practical strategies, this podcast unpacks the complexities of organizational dynamics, diversity, and emotional intelligence to help leaders grow, connect, and lead with purpose. <br/><br/><a href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">kaispeaks.substack.com</a>
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March 18, 2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit <a href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7">kaispeaks.substack.com</a><br/><br/><p><strong>Episode 6 - Season 1 Finale</strong></p><p>Episode Description</p><p>In this season finale, we tackle a critical question from listener Meryl: How do you help people feel like they belong when your company cuts funding for DEI initiatives? Drawing from both practical experience and poetic reflection, Kai explores strategies for maintaining inclusive environments even without institutional support.</p><p>The episode begins with "The Language of Resistance," a poem that speaks to finding courage when change feels overwhelming. Then, we dive into concrete strategies for creating fair systems, building meaningful connections, and framing inclusion work in ways that benefit everyone. From navigating different organizational approaches to DEI to implementing practical changes in everyday interactions, this episode offers a roadmap for leaders committed to fostering belonging in challenging times.</p><p>Find the full text of Kai's poem “<a target="_blank" href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com/p/the-language-of-resistance">The Language of Resistance</a>” on the KaiSpeaks Substack page.</p><p>Connect With #kaispeaks</p><p>* Submit your questions for future episodes at <a target="_blank" href="https://kaistowers.com/kaispeaks">kaistowers.com/kaispeaks</a></p><p>* Subscribe to our newsletter at <a target="_blank" href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com/">kaispeaks.substack.com</a> to be the first to know when Season 2 launches</p><p>* Follow Kai's other podcast, <a target="_blank" href="https://tngworklife.substack.com/">TNG Worklife</a>, about the workplace experiences of trans, nonbinary, and gender expansive people</p><p>Season 2 Coming Soon!</p><p>This is our season finale! Thank you for making Season 1 of #kaispeaks such a success. We'll be back in a couple of months with all new episodes exploring the art and science of leadership.</p>
March 4, 2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit <a href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7">kaispeaks.substack.com</a><br/><br/><p>In today's episode, we tackle a critical leadership challenge: How do you help team members feel welcome and valued when past experiences of harm continue to color their perception of the workplace?</p><p>As leaders, we often focus on fixing specific incidents or changing policies - yet find our sincere efforts falling short. This isn't because our solutions are wrong, but because we're operating at a different level of conflict than our team members.</p><p>Through real-world examples (including my own missteps), we explore why addressing workplace harm requires understanding all three dimensions of conflict:</p><p>* <strong>Transactional</strong> - The visible issues and practical solutions</p><p>* <strong>Relational</strong> - The questions of trust and how situations were handled</p><p>* <strong>Symbolic</strong> - The deeper meanings and identity questions beneath the surface</p><p>Whether you're managing someone who has experienced discrimination, trying to repair team dynamics after a breach of trust, or simply wanting to create a more inclusive workplace, this episode offers concrete strategies for acknowledging, addressing, and healing at all three levels.</p><p></p><p>Thank you for listening to this episode of #kaispeaks! If you found value in these insights about rebuilding trust after workplace harm, there's much more waiting for you.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to #kaispeaks:</strong></p><p><strong>Free subscription</strong> at <a target="_blank" href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com">KaiSpeaks.substack.com</a> to receive new episodes directly in your inbox</p><p><strong>Become a paid member</strong> (starting at just $8/month) to unlock exclusive resources including:</p><p>Implementation worksheets and frameworks</p><p>Curated content from leadership experts</p><p>Extended discussions and community insights</p><p><strong>Have a leadership challenge?</strong> Submit your question at <a target="_blank" href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com">kaistowers.com/kaispeaks</a> and it might be featured in an upcoming episode.</p><p>Let's continue growing together on this leadership journey!</p><p>Kai</p>
February 18, 2025
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit <a href="https://kaispeaks.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7">kaispeaks.substack.com</a><br/><br/><p>When a single employee's behavior starts affecting team morale and psychological safety, managers face a complex challenge: How do you support those experiencing harm while skillfully addressing the source? In this episode, I explore the delicate balance of managing workplace microaggressions, drawing from both personal experience and years of leadership coaching.</p><p>We dive into what microaggressions really are, why they happen, and their cumulative impact on individuals and teams. I share practical strategies for managers, from validating affected employees' experiences to planning difficult conversations with those whose behavior needs to change. Through real examples – including my own learning journey around English as a Second Language (ESL) stereotypes and my experiences with pronoun misuse – we explore how good intentions can still cause harm and what effective accountability looks like.</p><p>Whether you're currently dealing with this challenge or want to be prepared when it arises, this episode offers concrete tools for creating a more inclusive and productive workplace.</p><p>Want to go deeper? Paid subscribers get exclusive access to a powerful video that perfectly captures why microaggressions feel like "death by a thousand cuts," plus curated resources on accountability versus shame and practical steps for rebuilding trust after causing unintended harm. Join our community of growth-minded leaders at kaispeaks.substack.com to access these additional materials.</p>
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