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What We Made Possible is a podcast about the ripple effects of healing and how they shape leadership, social change, and the way we move through the world. Hosted by Patti Dayleg, a Leadership Coach for Social Change, this podcast explores what becomes possible when we center well-being, cultivate meaningful relationships, and lead with purpose. Through solo reflections and conversations with inspiring guests, we uncover the turning points that spark transformation. Some moments are quiet sh ...
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008. Powerless but Not Voiceless: Dr. Diana Hernández on Energy, Justice, and Possibility
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Hernández—a trailblazer, advocate, and proud native New Yorker—to unpack what’s truly possible when we challenge the old narratives about wealth, power, and community. Diana and I revisit the moment over a decade ago when she, my professor at Columbia, first cracked open my mind to who gets to claim the…
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On today’s episode, I’m speaking to my fellow women of color leaders, especially those who know what it’s like to endure toxic work environments or survive in predominantly white institutions. Maybe you’ve found yourself working twice as hard, navigating a maze of microaggressions, and watching others get promoted while you’re left doing the heavy …
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Bonus Episode: How Funders Can Resource Wellbeing, Equity, and Collective Power Now
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In this mini companion episode, I speak directly to funders whose support is crucial for nonprofits doing equity and justice work—especially in this shifting and sometimes precarious political landscape. If you fund organizations working with communities of color, immigrants, coalitions, or environmental and racial justice causes—this one’s for you…
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006. Why Empathy, Trust, and Rest Will Shape the Future of Nonprofit Leadership
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In today’s episode, I share the urgent shifts I believe are needed for leadership this year, especially in times that feel so uncertain and, at times, overwhelming. Together, we explore five key transformations that can keep our organizations, and our hearts, resilient and grounded. I’m inviting you into a real conversation about moving from the il…
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005. Reenergizing Team Morale: Strategies for Leaders
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In this episode of What We Made Possible, I delve into the struggles many leaders face with low morale in their teams. We've all been there, right? Like pulling everyone behind you while feeling utterly exhausted. But it doesn't have to be all about productivity. It's about genuinely caring for your people. I'll share real-life coaching strategies …
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004. When DEI Gets Cut A Personal Story of Change, Resilience, and New Directions
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On today’s episode of What We Made Possible, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my own career pivot—from working in DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) to becoming a full-time coach. We get into it: the reality of DEI being dismantled, the ways I’ve navigated change management and policy work to support supplier diversity, and why DEI was never…
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003. How Imposter Syndrome Cost Me $10,000: A Story of Self-Doubt
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On today's episode, I dive into the story of how I faced imposter syndrome and lost $10,000 as a result. Imposter syndrome isn’t an illness, but rather internalized oppression that tells us we don't belong, often when we're stepping into roles of greater power or transitioning into new environments. I share my journey as I grappled with self-doubt …
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001. Discovering What's Possible: Healing and Leading with Patti Dayleg
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On today's episode, I kick off "What We Made Possible," a podcast exploring the impact of healing in leadership and community work. I share my journey from working in nonprofits to government roles, and how embracing self-compassion and values has been pivotal. I recount my family's resilience and constant pivots, shaping my approach to life and le…
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002. Embracing Compassion: A Leadership Skill for Lasting Change
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On today's episode, I dive into the power of compassion, especially its role in leadership and social change. I believe that if we're trying to create a just world, we need to start by practicing compassion ourselves. This episode is packed with insights on how women of color can develop this crucial skill, despite the lack of examples in predomina…
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