💬 Episode Summary, Option 1
In this gripping episode of 'Get Uncomfortable,' Dr. Isaac Carter, a change management expert, delves into the complex world of professional spaces through the lens of race and identity. With an analogy to 'Highlander,' Dr. Carter and host Adam Smith explore the 'Black Highlander Syndrome,' where black professionals often navigate a battlefield within their careers, echoing the immortals' duels for power in the movie. Tune in to uncover the invisible fights, the pursuit of authenticity, and the struggle to break the wheel in institutions that often resist change.
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💬 Episode Summary, Option 2
Join us in a profound conversation with Dr. Isaac Carter on 'Get Uncomfortable,' where the stakes are as high as the immortal battles in 'Highlander.' Dr. Carter shares his journey from the halls of higher education to founding Coaching Imperative, and his mission to foster environments of empathy and cultural intelligence. Discover how the 'There Can Be Only One' mindset affects black professionals and the transformative power of love and vulnerability in leadership.
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💬 Episode Summary, Option 3
Dr. Isaac Carter steps into the 'Get Uncomfortable' spotlight to dissect the reality of black professionals in a world that mirrors the fictional battles of 'Highlander.' From discussing the nuances of black identity in professional settings to the systemic challenges in higher education, Dr. Carter offers insights into creating a more inclusive future. Learn how the echoes of 'There Can Be Only One' shape the experiences of people of color and the importance of love in leadership.
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📋 Episode Chapters
(00:00) Get uncomfortable podcast features Adam Smith talking about race, politics and religion
(01:41) Talk about the work that you currently are doing, the work you've done before
(05:18) We talked about Black Highlander syndrome in our talk about higher education
(12:58) Black folks that choose to work in higher ed spaces, I haven't met
(20:24) Talk about how the presence of black faculty and staff is critical on college campuses
(24:17) Isaac Carter: A certain generation ascribed to or believed in this idea
(28:28) What advice do you have for black and brown professionals in higher ed
(35:46) Midlife professionals need to retool themselves as midlife professionals
(36:27) Isaac Carter: Coaching starts and ends with love
(41:44) Get Uncomfortable is produced in partnership between Rachel Hansen and Adam Smith
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