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Even though around half of any population identify as introverts, this is one aspect of diversity and inclusion that is often overlooked. Every Thursday join flourishing introvert and TEDx speaker Joanna Rawbone MSc, as she explores the costly challenges that introverts face on a regular basis. With her typically pragmatic approach, Joanna’s show includes a mix of 10-minute topics, interviews with inspirational introverts and episodes on how to get the best from introverts. If you are an int ...
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Everyday Conversations on Race brings people together across race and culture for open comfortable conversations about race in a casual setting to bring race to the people. Our mission is to disrupt the way race is talked about, break racial silos and have a global impact on how people see each other. We have two guests from different backgrounds who share stories, thoughts on race, perspective on current social issues and pop culture happenings. We show that conversations about race are pos ...
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Ep 272 Power of Asynchronous Collaboration
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The relentless pressure to reply-now, meet-now, decide-now is exhausting. And not just for we introverts, but for anyone who thinks deeply, works best with time to reflect, or just wants to actually do their job without being dragged into the daily ping-fest. In this episode, I explore the quiet power of contributing in our own time, not just in re…
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Let's reflect on the quiet courage it takes to change your mind. Yup, you read it right. Especially when the path you're on no longer feels aligned. Whether it’s a goal, a job or a relationship, course-correcting isn’t failure, it’s feedback. A favourite parable brings home why true leadership lies in the willingness to pivot, especially in unpredi…
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Let us explore the often-overlooked power of silence, particularly in the context of introverted communication. Just how often so many around us assume that being verbose equates to value and influence; however, I share my perspective on how intentional quiet can actually be a profound demonstration of confidence. Introverts frequently face pressur…
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In this episode, I reflect on something personal, poignant, and increasingly precious: what it means to celebrate another birthday; not as a tally of years, but as an intentional pause to honour hindsight, insight, and foresight or as I call them - reflections. As someone who’s lost people far too soon, I simply can’t buy into the anti-ageing narra…
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In this episode, I explore a question that’s long since intrigued me: why do some alliances flourish while others unravel? As an open-introvert who doesn’t hate people (yes, hi, I am right here, I exist!), I’ve come to realise it’s not about being opposites but about understanding the behaviours that trigger we introverts and learning to work with,…
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In this episode, I share the pivotal moment that changed everything for me: discovering my personality type through the MBTI framework. Far from boxing me in, it offered language, understanding, and a sense of belonging I never knew I needed. This is not about labels or excuses but about insight and responsibility for we introverts. I further explo…
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Ep 266 Extraversion Bias and Mental Health
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In this episode, I delve into the pervasive issue of extraversion bias and its impact on mental health. Many introverts grapple with a world tailored to extrovert ideals, often leading to feelings of misalignment and pressure to fit in. We know that this societal preference can significantly affect someone's mental well-being, leaving we introverts…
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Navigating Race, Mental Health and Well-being in Corporate America
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How can Black professionals address the mental, physical and emotional toll of success in corporate America? Join Simma Lieberman, the Inclusionist, in this insightful episode of Everyday Conversations on Race with guests Shaniqua McClendon and Justin Grant. Shaniqua, VP of Politics at Crooked Media, and Justin, an executive at JP Morgan Chase, sha…
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In this episode, I unpack the common misconceptions and mislabelling of introverts. As a leadership trainer and coach, I often encounter scepticism about my own introversion due to widespread misunderstandings that equate/conflates it with traits like shyness, social anxiety, or even arrogance. These labels can significantly impact mental health an…
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Ep 264 Your Energy is a Precious Currency
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In this episode, I explore the significance of valuing and managing energy as an introvert. Using the metaphor of 'energy beans', I illustrate how we introverts begin their day with a finite amount of energy, unlike extraverts who recharge through social interaction. I venture into how toxic workplaces can deplete this precious resource and stress …
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Emotions are part of what makes us human, and in this episode I explore the sometimes problematic relationship between emotions and the workplace. I explore the extent to which it is acceptable to express emotions like tears or anger at work given the increasingly macho leadership styles that demand emotional suppression. This leads me to share my …
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How Racist Competency Checks Prevent Merit-Based Hiring
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Have you ever felt challenged or questioned because of your race? In this episode of Everyday Conversations on Race, Simma Lieberman welcomes Shari Dunn, author of Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work. Explore how race affects perceptions of competence and the real-world impacts of systemic racism in the workplace. You'll und…
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Say DEI and you'll be ruffling many feathers these days. In this episode I am taking a deep dive into how we can flourish in these anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) times. As disappointing as it is for us to see a sudden rollback from DEI Initiatives, I suspect 'they' do not realise what a rude awakening they are in for. Very few of today…
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Productivity, Productivity, Productivity - the word is being thrown around by the broligarchs who are pushing the hustle-grind with unreasonable deadlines, back to back meetings and a way to put human needs at the backburner. I talk about how brobsession with efficiency over effectiveness leads to toxic productivity, undermining our well-being and …
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Ep 260 Rattling Cages, Fuelling Change and Flourishing!
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For those who believe introverts do not talk because they have nothing to say, the 260 Episodes and 22 Seasons of this podcast prove they couldn't be more wrong. And 65,000+ downloads across 58 countries speak for themselves that introverts are listening, and supporting the mission I am on - to rattle the cages of bias towards the extravert ideal i…
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I was in my 30s when I first realised and understood that I am neither broken nor abnormal but just an introvert. Oh, how wonderful it would have been if I knew that in my younger years. Better even if the adults around me understood my introversion. Through this episode, I want to highlight the significance of nurturing young introverts by drawing…
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I believe most of us are changemakers in one or other way, however in this episode I am focusing on the empowering journey for introverts intentionally aspiring to be change makers. With my background and qualification in change agent skills and strategies, I know with certainty that being a change maker is more about mindset and intention than for…
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Can Descendants of the Enslaved Reconcile with the Enslavers?
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Magic Mind Bundle: Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with Simma's exclusive link: https://magicmind.com/SimmaLJAN (Support mental health services for the homeless and low-income communities) Are you ready to explore the challenging topics of race and reconciliation? In this episode of 'Everyday Conversations on Race,' hosted by Simma Lieberman, we …
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Oh the myths about we introverts are endless, unfortunately though it happens with our continued collusion. In this episode, my invitation is for we introverts to recognise and utilise our voices to effectively so we confidently debunk these myths while showing up as our authentic and unapologetic self. Our well-thought through and clearly presente…
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With so much noise around us in both work and social settings, how do we quieter ones function effectively? Drawing from my nearly 50 years of corporate experience, I discuss societal biases towards the extravert ideal that starts in childhood and extends through education and professional environments. It's these settings and other's expectations …
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Summary: In this episode of Everyday Conversations on Race, Simma Lieberman is joined by Dr. Joe-Joe McManus and Juan Lopez, two individuals who share their experiences and insights into anti-racism and building true, meaningful interracial relationships. The conversation focuses on the importance of talking about race, the difference between being…
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In this episode, I explore the significance of emotional intelligence (EI) for we introverts who are either climbing the career ladder or seeking a more fulfilling life. We explore the origins of EI that was then popularised by Daniel Goleman. It would be remiss of me to talk origins in this way without mentioning Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multipl…
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Let's talk about the confidence-building strategies specifically crafted for we introverts. Drawing from personal experience, I recount receiving feedback that suggested a lack of confidence, a common misconception about we introverts often compared unfairly to extraverts. I also explore what true confidence entails, aligning with Dr. Rob Yeung’s d…
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Ep 253 (Introverts) Prioritising their Self-Care
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What does genuine self-care for introverts look like? Often misconstrued as superficial indulgences, true self-care requires a deeper understanding of our 'wants' versus our 'needs'. While 'wants' are akin to icing on a cake, nice for sure, but essential? Not really! The real substance lies in addressing our core needs. In this episode I to help yo…
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This I believe is the right time for this episode for we introverts with festive season at its peak. I explore how we socialise on our own terms during the high-energy, high expectation festive season. As an introvert myself, I've often faced misconceptions that I'm antisocial, shy or arrogant. Apparently, introverts avoid people. We do not. It is …
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The very first ally we need is ourselves. This could not be more true for we introverts as well. In this episode, I explore the concept of self-allyship for we introverts and how it differs from advocacy. Previously, I discussed advocating for system-level change to support introverts. However, self-allyship is about providing personal support and …
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Celebrating Episode 250 together, can you believe it? Do I, an Open Introvert, have any strengths to offer in a world of loud, confident, and spontaneous extraverts, that anyone will take notice of or find valuable? Having been there and asked that question of and for myself I take a deep dive into some of the unique strengths and inherent gifts th…
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Join me as I proudly share the empowering concept of being unapologetically introverted. Growing up in England, where apologising was almost second nature, I've come to embrace my introversion without apology and that is no small-shift. This shift has significantly boosted my confidence and self-belief - more so now that I understand and take pride…
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To be an Introvert Advocate, I feel it is important that I share my own journey of becoming one. Having faced systemic biases towards the extravert ideal from school to business and everywhere else, I have learned that effective advocacy begins with self. By sharing my personal experiences of the extravert bias and the pressures to conform to extra…
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This week I explore an intriguing question posed by a client of mine: Can introverts truly influence others? In this episode I dive into the nuanced distinctions between being an influencer and being influential, especially from the perspective of we introverts. The perception by introverts themselves and others, is that we introverts lack influenc…
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How do Indigenous Native American and Kenyan cultures connect?
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In this exciting episode of Everyday Conversations on Race, host Simma Lieberman brings together Karen Waukazoo, a Rosebud Sioux tribe member and advocate for American Indians, and Jennifer Ngure, a Kenyan-born wellness coach, to discuss the profound ways culture connects and heals communities. Karen and Jennifer share their personal journeys of ov…
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Ep 246 Powerful Storytelling for Introverts
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*** Summary *** Dear fellow introverts, this episode is a little nostalgia, little learning and a lot of emphasis on power of storytelling for we introverts. In this episode, I take you back to the autumn of ’87, sharing how a nervous pre-interview night with my cat Chumley kicked off a lifelong journey of storytelling. Yup, you read that right. Le…
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Ep 245 Handling Introvert-Extravert Conflicts
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*** Summary *** None of us is a stranger to conflicts. Conflicts between introverts and extraverts have a challenging world of their own though. As someone who has always shied away from conflict, especially when it turns heated, I have come to appreciate that when approached with emotional maturity, these disagreements can actually lead to enhance…
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*** Summary *** In this episode, I confront the stubborn myth the return-to-office is the only way for business and teams to thrive. It is time we accept that hybrid workplaces are here to stay and I urge leaders to be inclusive in exploring the new ways of working that prioritise employee well-being and, crucially, introvert inclusion. The outdate…
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Is presence, and being present one and the same thing? In this episode I explore the curious concept of presence and being present from an introvert's perspective. I am choosing to explore this from the lens of negotiation. Through introspection and reflection on personal significance, impact on personal brand, and internal conflicts, I take you to…
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In this conversation on race, Anu Gupta talks about race, bias, and solutions. Anu Gupta thinks we are all biased, and that we all need to be "Breaking Bias," every day. In this episode, he shares his story of how other people's bias almost caused him to take his life. Anu Gupta is a renowned meditation teacher, human rights lawyer, scientist, and …
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Ep 242 Negotiation Skills Introverts Need
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Summary Negotiation, Negotiation, Negotiation - it is happening everywhere and at all stages of our lives. I explore negotiation skills specifically tailored for introverts and how we already negotiate in our day to day lives. More importantly, how and why being more intentional in our negotiation skills serves us well. I debunk the myth that negot…
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Ep 241 Breaking Through the Extraversion Bias
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Summary If you are an introvert, I can almost guarantee that you have experienced bias. This episode is all about the prevalent extroversion bias within organisations. Our societal preferences for traits like chattiness and outward displays of confidence can mean that we are sidelined and our contributions go unheard. I bravely explore bias we intr…
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Ep 240 Building Dynamically Inclusive Teams
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Summary Let us unpack the complexities of building dynamically inclusive teams by leveraging the natural strengths that introverts bring to the table. In this episode we explore how inclusivity within teams can be achieved through mutual trust, psychological safety, and what Enola Consulting calls "compassionate efficiency." It's about creating a s…
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Summary If only people could just listen, and notice how it helps people to heal. Despite my decades-long campaign to improve our listening skills, people are more interested in learning how to present or use language to influence. In fact from early years, we're taught how to read & write, but not how to listen. Central to this episode is the inhe…
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Ep 238 Networking for Introverts - a Different Perspective
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Summary Oh the daunting world of networking, how it bothers we introverts. In this episode I share how we can look at networking from a fresh perspective, an encouraging one at that. Acknowledging our discomfort with traditional networking methods, I share my own journey and how I've come to see it as an opportunity to build meaningful relationship…
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Summary In this episode I take a closer look at the reality of companies championing inclusivity and actual gap in implementation on the ground. This gap can create a trust deficit which is neither good for the team nor the leadership. And psychological safety takes the hit in this process - which is never a good thing! My primary aim is explore ho…
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How can art bring people together in a world divided by race and culture? In this episode of "Everyday Conversations on Race," we explore how creativity can break down walls and build genuine relationships across cultures. Meet two artists who use their craft to challenge boundaries and connect communities. Carlos “Kookie” Gonzalez, a Chicano artis…
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