08-03-2024
Overcoming Obstacles: Boardroom Bias
Welcome to From Your Seat to the Board, in this corker of an episode we tackle the crucial topic of overcoming obstacles, focusing on the pervasive issue of bias in the corporate workplace.
We speak to our incredible guest, Ngozi Cadmus, a mental health disruptor, second-time founder, and co-founder of Happiworkers, bringing her unique perspective as a doctorate researcher studying the barriers to leadership for black women to life and the workplace.
Join us as we delve into the biases that hinder the progress of underrepresented individuals, particularly women of colour, in the pursuit of boardroom positions. Ngozi shares her personal experiences and insights, shedding light on the challenges she has faced, trauma and it's impact and the strategies she has employed to navigate bias.
We explore the impact of unconscious bias, stereotype threat, and conflict on career progression and discuss practical steps to overcome these obstacles. Ngozi provides valuable advice on building resilience, leveraging networks, and advocating for oneself to challenge the bias factor.
Throughout the episode, we also delve into the importance of mental health in the face of adversity and discuss the role of organisations in creating inclusive environments that foster diverse leadership.
This episode is a must-listen for professionals aspiring to break through barriers, dismantle bias, and create a more equitable corporate landscape. Join us as we learn from Ngozi, a trailblazer in mental health and a passionate advocate for empowering underrepresented voices in leadership.
Let's challenge the status quo and work towards a future where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.
You can find Ngozi at https://happiworkers.health/ and over on LinkedIn.
Music of choice: Pow, Lethal Bizzle
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