32: Inclusiveness, Identity and the Power of Small Business with Nikki Innocent
In this episode, I am joined by Nikki Innocent for a discussion about inclusiveness, identity, and the power of small business. Nikki is a speaker, certified women’s leadership coach, diversity, equity & inclusion strategist, podcast host and social entrepreneur focused on belonging and transforming the future of leadership.
I loved talking with Nikki so much, and I had more than a couple “a ha” moments in this conversation, which you’ll hear in the interview.
In this episode, we talk about:
The concept of feeling “other” and how Nikki has embraced it
Why it’s important to get clear on your own identity and how it shapes your experience in life
Nikki defines important concepts like diversity, inclusion, equity, intersectionality, and dominant/non-dominant groups
How to approach big topics like racial injustice as a small business
The power of speaking someone’s name (creating opportunities for them) who may not have the opportunity to be in the room that you’re in
The power of intentional spending
Nikki’s vision of a more inclusive world where we can thrive by being ourselves
I know you’re going to learn SO MUCH from Nikki. I know I did.
Business Nikki recommends: Mess in a Bottle
Book Nikki recommends: Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, PhD and Amelia Nagoski, DMA.
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