Good intentions make little impact where lasting change is concerned. You must work to make your intentions a reality. Sonya Kaleel, founder of The Inclusion Practice and adjunct faculty for Northwestern University’s Leading Equity & Inclusion in Organizations Masters Program, joins me to discuss the importance of moving beyond intention to taking action. In today's episode, we explore:Intention vs. action. Organizations talk about DEI, but talking about it and doing it are two different things. Oftentimes, organizations don’t know where to start or what to prioritize. It takes more than grand public statements to dismantle issues like systemic racism and inequality.What gets in the way. Leaders tend to think of DEI as a program to be implemented when in reality, it should be integrated into every aspect of business. It’s a journey. There is no “one-and-done” approach to embedding DEI. It starts with your own self-awareness as a leader, your organizational culture, and your ‘why’ - the reason you care enough to do the work on a personal and organizational level.The four C’s. Curiosity, community, courage, and compassion are key components in creating lasting change. ResourcesSonya Kaleel on LinkedIn
