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Beautiful MessBeautiful MessEP14: Nadia Nagamootoo..."Beyond Discomfort: Why inclusive leadership is so hard (and what you can do about it)Introducing the amazing "Nadia Nagamootoo"... Nadia Nagamootoo (she/her) is a prolific diversity, equity & inclusion thought leader, a global keynote speaker, award-winning businesswoman, and best-selling author. Nadia’s work is driven by her purpose to create ripples of change in every organisation and person she touches; striving for a world where everyone feels like it was designed for them. She is boldly challenging our understanding of leadership, pushing for leaders to recognise the deep, inner work needed if they are to truly embody conscious inclusion. Nadia has shared her th...2025-03-1223 minReconstructing Inclusion PodcastReconstructing Inclusion PodcastReconstructing Inclusion S2E5: Beyond Lived Experience: The Case for DEI Competency StandardsIn this explosive episode, former legal compliance expert turned DEI strategist Ashanti Bentil-Dhue drops truth bombs about the uncomfortable reality of DEI practice. She reveals why lived experience isn't enough, challenges the notion of "social justice in the workplace," and explains why the $30 billion DEI industry needs serious reform.Key Discussion Points:- Why 90% of self-taught DEI practitioners are a red flag- The controversial truth about "lived experience" as qualification- Why charging more for being Black is undermining the profession- The problem with "changing hearts and...2024-11-2943 minThe Inclusive Workplace PodcastThe Inclusive Workplace PodcastThe one thing you need to achieve real impact with your DEI strategy - with Ashanti Bentil-DhueIn this genuine treat of a conversation new on the podcast this week with founder of the Competence Centre for Workplace Equity, Ashanti Bentil-Dhue we explore:- Why a DEI strategy that's not linked to organisational strategy will always struggle to get buy-in and how to change it- Why you're not behind in your DEI journey and how to overcome this mindset- How taking more action doesn't always equal more progress and what to do instead- How to equip every person responsible for delivering DEI initiatives with the...2024-10-1825 minThe BrandUp PodcastThe BrandUp Podcast009: Language is a force for good, with Ashanti Bentil-DhueAre you distracted by marketing that keeps you busy, but doesn't lead you to the money?Ashanti Bentil-Dhue isn’t. Instead, she’s building a legacy of lasting change with Good Soil Leaders, a business she built on her skills and unique delivery of diversity, equity and inclusion work.Her methodology and language focus on bringing people closer instead of pushing them apart, and put clarity and competency at the center of everything. Find out how she and her team grew to be a global force for good, without wasting time...2023-11-0146 minCultural Curriculum Chat  with Jebeh EdmundsCultural Curriculum Chat with Jebeh EdmundsSeason 4 Episode #13 Empowering Your DEI Journey with Free ResourcesSend us a textCraving a deeper understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) but scared of the potential costs? Fear not, I've got just the ticket. I introduce you to free resources and strategies that will enlighten, educate, and empower you on your DEI journey. Listen in as I share my personal favorites from the podcast universe including 'DEI After Five' by Sasha Thompson and 'Confessions of a DEI Pro' by Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, providing you with a wealth of insights into topics like justice in DEI, creating inclusive spaces, and more.But it doesn't...2023-10-1312 minDiversity MattersDiversity MattersCreating a diverse, equitable and inclusive worldThis is the debut show with guest Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, a trained coach, facilitator, keynote speaker and DEI practitioner. She is also the Founder and CEO of Good Soil Leaders, aninclusion work culture and leadership development company, that takes a non-politicalcross cultural intersectional approach to training, upskilling and coachingstakeholders involved in DEI work. She also hosts her own well established podcastseries – Confessions of a DEI Pro - Confessions of a DEI Pro (libsyn.com)https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibdemail - support@benhue.co...2023-06-0539 minBeyond the pay gap figure with Michelle GyimahBeyond the pay gap figure with Michelle Gyimah20. ‘The reality of battling for a pay rise as a Black woman’"There's no lack in their ability and performance, yet women of colour have to make decisions or sacrifices in order to get well-earned progression opportunities." - Ashanti Bentil-Dhue   Ashanti Bentil-Dhue is the CEO and founder of Good Soil Leaders® which is an inclusive work culture training and coaching company specialising  in helping diversity, equity and inclusion teams and professionals globally. Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, has a solid understanding of creating psychological safety and change management. She believes that systemic change comes from taking a considered, blended approach which brings accountability to the change process, the inclusion of app...2023-03-2743 minDiversity SecretsDiversity SecretsWhat Skills do You Need to Succeed as a Diversity Equity and Inclusion Professional?#020 What does it take to be a good Diversity, Equity and Inclusion leader? Today on the Diversity Secrets podcast, we hear from DE&I coach, fellow podcaster, and keynote speaker, Ashanti Bentil-Dhue. Ashanti tells us that if you want to have real impact as a DE&I professional, passion and lived-experience are not enough. Being a DE&I know-it-all either! So what skills do you need to succeed in this job? Well, that depends on the task at hand in the organization you work in… We cover change management, and stakeholder ma...2022-12-1535 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Difference Between Coaching, Training, Consulting and Mentoring in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion WorkEpisode Highlights: The importance of knowing the difference  The key elements which differentiate each of them  Why reverse mentoring is not a sustainable inclusion strategy by itself  The transformational benefits of coaching  And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Confessions of a DEI Practitioner Podcast Sta...2022-04-0715 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Difference Between Coaching, Training, Consulting and Mentoring in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion WorkEpisode Highlights: The importance of knowing the difference  The key elements which differentiate each of them  Why reverse mentoring is not a sustainable inclusion strategy by itself  The transformational benefits of coaching  And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Confessions of a DEI Practitioner Podcast Sta...2022-04-0715 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow to Avoid Reputational Risk Over Simple Things During Diversity Awareness MonthsEpisode Highlights: How to be transparent and authentic when issuing communications internally and externally  Why it's important to make sure all relevant stakeholders and teams are collaborating when issuing communications    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Confessions of a DEI Practitioner Podcast St...2022-03-3110 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow to Avoid Reputational Risk Over Simple Things During Diversity Awareness MonthsEpisode Highlights: How to be transparent and authentic when issuing communications internally and externally  Why it's important to make sure all relevant stakeholders and teams are collaborating when issuing communications    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Confessions of a DEI Practitioner Podcast St...2022-03-3110 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow to Avoid Choosing a Conflict Driven ERG LeaderEpisode Highlights: Why we regard employee resource groups as allies and therefore expect them to operate as such rather than be self serving   Why taking a social justice activist approach within corporate organizations is problematic for employee resource groups  Why organizations need to hold space and create environments for staff networks and groups that get together which are organic rather than strategic  What to consider when selecting or voting for an employee resource group chair or lead    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you...2022-03-2423 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow to Avoid Choosing a Conflict Driven ERG LeaderEpisode Highlights: Why we regard employee resource groups as allies and therefore expect them to operate as such rather than be self serving   Why taking a social justice activist approach within corporate organizations is problematic for employee resource groups  Why organizations need to hold space and create environments for staff networks and groups that get together which are organic rather than strategic  What to consider when selecting or voting for an employee resource group chair or lead    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you...2022-03-2423 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhat Every CEO Needs to Know Before their Organization Works on its Diversity, Equity and InclusionEpisode Highlights: The benefits of taking a cross cultural non political approach  Why having discrete facilitated conversations make a difference for CEOs and senior leaders  Avoiding being distracted by social media and activism  Owning and defining what diversity and inclusion means to your organization  Upskilling CEOs so that they are prepared to answer questions externally and internally    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we ha...2022-03-1716 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhat Every CEO Needs to Know Before their Organization Works on its Diversity, Equity and InclusionEpisode Highlights: The benefits of taking a cross cultural non political approach  Why having discrete facilitated conversations make a difference for CEOs and senior leaders  Avoiding being distracted by social media and activism  Owning and defining what diversity and inclusion means to your organization  Upskilling CEOs so that they are prepared to answer questions externally and internally    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we ha...2022-03-1716 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Danger with Taking a Cookie Cutter Approach to Race in the WorkplaceEpisode Highlights: The complex construct of race  The importance of context when addressing race in the workplace  Why it’s essential to explore, question and challenge any existing hypothesis we have  Avoiding making assumptions and drawing premature conclusions    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Con...2022-03-1013 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Danger with Taking a Cookie Cutter Approach to Race in the WorkplaceEpisode Highlights: The complex construct of race  The importance of context when addressing race in the workplace  Why it’s essential to explore, question and challenge any existing hypothesis we have  Avoiding making assumptions and drawing premature conclusions    And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Con...2022-03-1013 minInclusion in ProgressInclusion in ProgressIIP085 Miscarriage, Menopause & More: Uncovering Real Experiences of Women at WorkIn honor of International Women’s Day, Kay Fabella will be hosting a variety of subject matter experts to uncover real experiences of women at work on the Inclusion in Progress podcast. Each guest will cover different topics of concern for women in the workplace: from bias towards trans women, gender equity and cultural identity, the gender pay gap, as well as miscarriage, fertility loss and menopause. This episode covers a wide range of things that women are facing every day at work, and how organizations that are committed to gender equity can support women from across the spectrum of...2022-03-0452 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHave You Identified the Real Problem? Is it a Systems, Culture, Training, Management or Leadership Problem - and Why this MattersEpisode Highlights: Three common problems or issues facing organizations today  Why the audit and assessment phase is critical to this work Why focus groups and gathering qualitative data is extremely useful   And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Confessions of a DEI Practitioner Podcast2022-03-0316 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHave You Identified the Real Problem? Is it a Systems, Culture, Training, Management or Leadership Problem - and Why this MattersEpisode Highlights: Three common problems or issues facing organizations today  Why the audit and assessment phase is critical to this work Why focus groups and gathering qualitative data is extremely useful   And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or external)? Check it out here:  Confessions of a DEI Practitioner Podcast2022-03-0316 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Difference Between Corporate Social Responsibility and Diversity, Equity and InclusionEpisode Highlights:   The history of corporate social responsibility and the approach taken within organisations    The difference between corporate social responsibility and diversity and inclusion in the workplace    Does diversity and inclusion fit neatly into a corporate social responsibility pillar or approach?     And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants...2022-02-2422 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Difference Between Corporate Social Responsibility and Diversity, Equity and InclusionEpisode Highlights:   The history of corporate social responsibility and the approach taken within organisations    The difference between corporate social responsibility and diversity and inclusion in the workplace    Does diversity and inclusion fit neatly into a corporate social responsibility pillar or approach?     And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants...2022-02-2422 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow to Avoid Training which Focuses on Performative Allyship in the WorkplaceEpisode Highlights: What allyship means and how an organization can demonstrate allyship What performative allyship is  The importance of understanding the practical application of allyship and its benefits for the team that you're managing The overall objective and purpose of allyship Ashanti shares some examples of allyship   And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI le...2022-02-1734 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow to Avoid Training which Focuses on Performative Allyship in the WorkplaceEpisode Highlights: What allyship means and how an organization can demonstrate allyship What performative allyship is  The importance of understanding the practical application of allyship and its benefits for the team that you're managing The overall objective and purpose of allyship Ashanti shares some examples of allyship   And so much more!    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI le...2022-02-1734 minCareering into MotherhoodCareering into MotherhoodDiversity, Equity & Inclusion – learning and working for better with Ashanti Bentil-DhueIn January, I took down our website in response to comments about our partner coaches not being diverse enough to be relevant or to reflect the community that Careering into Motherhood serves. People were absolutely correct and I had made a mistake, for which I am very sorry and I openly admit and talk about on this episode of the podcast. Over the last few weeks I have learnt so much, spoken to so many people all over the world, and as a result it has re-shaped my business. One of the amazing people I spoke to was...2022-02-1030 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Difference Between Working with an Organization on their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Scratch and an Organization More Advance in it’s JourneyEpisode Highlights: Why knowing the current baseline / status of an organization is key before working with them  The common differences in culture, setup, etc. between organisations at the start of the journey vs those more advanced A few of the challenges facing organizations who are starting from scratch What it's like working with organisations who may be more advanced in their journey  Why we need to understand what the different dimensions of diversity, equity and inclusion work looks like  Why we need to help organizations to understand where they should start on their journey   NB: Plea...2022-02-1026 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Difference Between Working with an Organization on their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Scratch and an Organization More Advance in it’s JourneyEpisode Highlights: Why knowing the current baseline / status of an organization is key before working with them  The common differences in culture, setup, etc. between organisations at the start of the journey vs those more advanced A few of the challenges facing organizations who are starting from scratch What it's like working with organisations who may be more advanced in their journey  Why we need to understand what the different dimensions of diversity, equity and inclusion work looks like  Why we need to help organizations to understand where they should start on their journey   NB: Plea...2022-02-1026 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhy your People Managers are Struggling to Demonstrate Allyship in their Role and How You Can HelpEpisode Highlights: The challenges and issues your people managers are facing when managing teams on a daily basis  Supporting new and accidental managers  Factors to be aware of when developing training for people managers  Common things that we hear managers feedback during sessions and coaching Earning the trust and respect of your team when modeling inclusive management styles so that they also begin to exhibit and demonstrate certain behaviors with each other. The challenge of creating and keeping boundaries in the workplace  Why developing managers who are self aware is just as important as having technical expertise (if not...2022-02-0326 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhy your People Managers are Struggling to Demonstrate Allyship in their Role and How You Can HelpEpisode Highlights: The challenges and issues your people managers are facing when managing teams on a daily basis  Supporting new and accidental managers  Factors to be aware of when developing training for people managers  Common things that we hear managers feedback during sessions and coaching Earning the trust and respect of your team when modeling inclusive management styles so that they also begin to exhibit and demonstrate certain behaviors with each other. The challenge of creating and keeping boundaries in the workplace  Why developing managers who are self aware is just as important as having technical expertise (if not...2022-02-0326 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Forgotten Cohort: People Managers. Why You Need to be Training Them in 2022 Why you need to be developing your people managers and ensuring that they have an inclusive management style The importance of real depth, practical content and coaching around inclusive management styles Why engaging Gen Z and Millennial managers in tackling the issues of diversity and inclusion your company might be experiencing is a good idea How people managers can demonstrate genuine allyship within the workplace Why organizations have to take the courage to remove people managers  resistant to change from managing other people   And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ash...2022-01-2730 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Forgotten Cohort: People Managers. Why You Need to be Training Them in 2022 Why you need to be developing your people managers and ensuring that they have an inclusive management style The importance of real depth, practical content and coaching around inclusive management styles Why engaging Gen Z and Millennial managers in tackling the issues of diversity and inclusion your company might be experiencing is a good idea How people managers can demonstrate genuine allyship within the workplace Why organizations have to take the courage to remove people managers  resistant to change from managing other people   And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ash...2022-01-2730 minCourageous LeadershipCourageous LeadershipMistakes, Mishaps & Triumphs of Ashanti Bentil -DhueTraining and Coaching Peoples Managers to become transformational and inclusive leaders, Ashanti was a fabulous guest!2022-01-2429 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Safe Space Myth When Discussing Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace with ColleaguesEpisode Highlights: Why ‘safe spaces’ are a fallacy in the workplace  Why an appropriate facilitator is key to ensuring no harm is caused to participants during conversations The need for aftercare after these conversations  Why structure, design and purpose is important to define in advance of the conversation  Conversations change people and change lives which is why we must approach them with care in the workplace  Some questions to ask yourself when planning conversations in the workplace: What are the risks of this conversation? And how do we mitigate them? And how can we avoid relying too heavily on indiv...2022-01-2025 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Safe Space Myth When Discussing Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace with ColleaguesEpisode Highlights: Why ‘safe spaces’ are a fallacy in the workplace  Why an appropriate facilitator is key to ensuring no harm is caused to participants during conversations The need for aftercare after these conversations  Why structure, design and purpose is important to define in advance of the conversation  Conversations change people and change lives which is why we must approach them with care in the workplace  Some questions to ask yourself when planning conversations in the workplace: What are the risks of this conversation? And how do we mitigate them? And how can we avoid relying too heavily on indiv...2022-01-2025 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhat Happens After The Initial Work Has Been Done? What Happens When Your External Partner Has Left the Building?Episode Highlights: The need for accountability, momentum and consistency. Moving through the fear zone, learning zone, and growth zone as an organization The benefits of group coaching for your people managers in terms of their development and allyship competencies  Keeping the loop of feedback open    And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04  Featured In The Episode: The journey to anti racism diagram: https://twitt...2022-01-1325 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhat Happens After The Initial Work Has Been Done? What Happens When Your External Partner Has Left the Building?Episode Highlights: The need for accountability, momentum and consistency. Moving through the fear zone, learning zone, and growth zone as an organization The benefits of group coaching for your people managers in terms of their development and allyship competencies  Keeping the loop of feedback open    And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04  Featured In The Episode: The journey to anti racism diagram: https://twitt...2022-01-1325 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastA Tried and Tested Way of Engaging the Board (C-Suite) in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion WorkEpisode Highlights: How to use the survey and actual facilitated conversation as an opportunity to gather that data  Why it’s not wise for senior leaders to be thrown into conversations in public settings to share ‘their opinion’.,  Discrete and strategic ways of upskilling, reaching or exploring issues with your senior leaders  Preparing senior leaders for conversations about diversity, equity and inclusion with colleagues and external partners    And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with...2022-01-0623 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastA Tried and Tested Way of Engaging the Board (C-Suite) in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion WorkEpisode Highlights: How to use the survey and actual facilitated conversation as an opportunity to gather that data  Why it’s not wise for senior leaders to be thrown into conversations in public settings to share ‘their opinion’.,  Discrete and strategic ways of upskilling, reaching or exploring issues with your senior leaders  Preparing senior leaders for conversations about diversity, equity and inclusion with colleagues and external partners    And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with...2022-01-0623 minUnprecedented WomxnUnprecedented Womxn009 Leila Ainge: Business Psychology and staying curiousThis is a meaty discussion starting from the beginning of Leila’s career, from her last-minute decision to change her plans of becoming a teacher in favour of a Business and IT course. Wangling her way onto a graduate program in her first job after completing her HND Leila went on to carve out a niche for herself as the go-to person for liaising with staff when workplace culture required a change champion to shake things up.Never content with ‘just sticking with call centres’ or a particular technology, Leila’s career journey has stopped off at vario...2021-12-231h 19Good Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhat to do When a People Manager is not Adapting or Responding to Coaching and Training so that they can Become an Inclusive LeaderEpisode Highlights:   Why it is vital your people managers understand intersectionality, equity and what systemic inequality is.  Why your coaching and training approach needs to be relevant and practical.  Why its important not to make assumptions about the intentions and desire to progress in your people manager cohort  The need to consider removing individuals from people manager positions if they do not demonstrate progress Why allowing people managers to lead with their own ‘lived experiences’ when managing teams is problematic  Why assuming that if a people manager is from a minority group, they will make a ‘good manage...2021-12-2230 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhat to do When a People Manager is not Adapting or Responding to Coaching and Training so that they can Become an Inclusive LeaderEpisode Highlights:   Why it is vital your people managers understand intersectionality, equity and what systemic inequality is.  Why your coaching and training approach needs to be relevant and practical.  Why its important not to make assumptions about the intentions and desire to progress in your people manager cohort  The need to consider removing individuals from people manager positions if they do not demonstrate progress Why allowing people managers to lead with their own ‘lived experiences’ when managing teams is problematic  Why assuming that if a people manager is from a minority group, they will make a ‘good manage...2021-12-2230 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow You Can Upskill Your People Managers so that they Can Demonstrate Genuine Allyship in the WorkplaceEpisode Highlights: The value of being self aware as a manager  Understanding allyship within the context of management  Why allyship is an urgently needed leadership skill Examples of genuine allyship within the workplace Ashanti shares her two experiences during on her 20’s in the finance sector   And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    *** You can now join the waiting list for the opening of the Good Soil Lea...2021-12-1742 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow You Can Upskill Your People Managers so that they Can Demonstrate Genuine Allyship in the WorkplaceEpisode Highlights: The value of being self aware as a manager  Understanding allyship within the context of management  Why allyship is an urgently needed leadership skill Examples of genuine allyship within the workplace Ashanti shares her two experiences during on her 20’s in the finance sector   And so much more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    *** You can now join the waiting list for the opening of the Good Soil Lea...2021-12-1742 minREALWORKREALWORK030 Ashanti Bentil-Dhue: Accountability in DEI“There is no point planting seeds, if the soil is unhealthy.”             Leading DEI practitioner Ashanti Bentil-Dhue talks on:·       Difference between DEI activism and policy. ·       Her white paper and the need for data on black women in the UK.·       Why workplace culture is the hardest and most crucial element for change.·       The need for a push and pull approach between influence and education.·       Sense-checking your own work ·       Developing self-awarenessFind Ashanti and discover Good Soil Leaders by searching Ashanti Bentil-Dhue on LinkedInFind out more about REALWORK on Instagram @dor...2021-12-1348 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow and Why You Need to be Able to Identify the Difference Between an Expert, an Influencer, an Activist, and even a Thought Leader in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion SpaceThis is a key episode that you might want to take notes on. What is the difference between an expert, an influencer, an activist and thought leaders within the DEI, particularly now, when social media is being used so widely, and people are doing more personal branding and becoming more visible online. How do you see beyond that to make sure you're engaging an actual expert, practitioner or consultancy that can help you get the work done?    Episode Highlights  Types of activism and how to identify an activist The risks associated with hiring an act...2021-12-0827 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow and Why You Need to be Able to Identify the Difference Between an Expert, an Influencer, an Activist, and even a Thought Leader in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion SpaceThis is a key episode that you might want to take notes on. What is the difference between an expert, an influencer, an activist and thought leaders within the DEI, particularly now, when social media is being used so widely, and people are doing more personal branding and becoming more visible online. How do you see beyond that to make sure you're engaging an actual expert, practitioner or consultancy that can help you get the work done?    Episode Highlights  Types of activism and how to identify an activist The risks associated with hiring an act...2021-12-0827 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow SaaS and Small Tech Companies Can Get Started When it Comes to Diversity and InclusionSaaS, startups and recently funded startups are finding it challenging to address diversity, equity and inclusion internally. There are competing priorities that are often challenges associated with rapid growth, rapid product development, adjusting to market demands, including the growth you may well have experienced throughout the last 18 months against the backdrop of a global pandemic. All of those challenges can make it very difficult to prioritize, start to explore and understand diversity and inclusion, and the value that it can add to your business.   Episode Highlights:   The worldwide market revenues from SaaS co...2021-12-0147 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow SaaS and Small Tech Companies Can Get Started When it Comes to Diversity and InclusionSaaS, startups and recently funded startups are finding it challenging to address diversity, equity and inclusion internally. There are competing priorities that are often challenges associated with rapid growth, rapid product development, adjusting to market demands, including the growth you may well have experienced throughout the last 18 months against the backdrop of a global pandemic. All of those challenges can make it very difficult to prioritize, start to explore and understand diversity and inclusion, and the value that it can add to your business.   Episode Highlights:   The worldwide market revenues from SaaS co...2021-12-0147 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow You Can Prepare Yourself and Your Team for How Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Affects Us Individuals and TeamsWorkplace life is complicated and complex and there are lots of dynamics that we are all navigating regardless of who we are in seniority. In this episode, I share what to expect when you embark on this journey and engage an external partner to help you in your organization when it comes to diversity and inclusion.   Tune into today’s episode as Ashanti will be discussing the following: The importance of self awareness and understanding systematic inequality in the workplace The inevitable existence of a dissenting voice within the organization, whether it's in your act...2021-11-2429 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow You Can Prepare Yourself and Your Team for How Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Affects Us Individuals and TeamsWorkplace life is complicated and complex and there are lots of dynamics that we are all navigating regardless of who we are in seniority. In this episode, I share what to expect when you embark on this journey and engage an external partner to help you in your organization when it comes to diversity and inclusion.   Tune into today’s episode as Ashanti will be discussing the following: The importance of self awareness and understanding systematic inequality in the workplace The inevitable existence of a dissenting voice within the organization, whether it's in your act...2021-11-2429 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastExploring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and HR Trends for 2022Most stakeholders are going to be thinking about next year already. If you’re wondering what your competitors and clients will be focusing on and investing in next year, listen to this episode. Ashanti discusses emerging trends which might shape the way you manage your organizations and employees in 2022 and beyond.   Episode Highlights: The benefits of data transparency in DEI Identifying, collecting and understanding DEI Data The future of recruitment  Unconscious bias training  People Manager Development  AI Technology in Employee Development       If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti B...2021-11-1830 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastExploring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and HR Trends for 2022Most stakeholders are going to be thinking about next year already. If you’re wondering what your competitors and clients will be focusing on and investing in next year, listen to this episode. Ashanti discusses emerging trends which might shape the way you manage your organizations and employees in 2022 and beyond.   Episode Highlights: The benefits of data transparency in DEI Identifying, collecting and understanding DEI Data The future of recruitment  Unconscious bias training  People Manager Development  AI Technology in Employee Development       If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti B...2021-11-1830 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Podcast TrailerIn this podcast we will reveal exactly what you need to know and to be aware of as a corporate organization when selecting and engaging the right Diversity, Equity and Inclusion experts. We also cover how you could prepare your key stakeholders, your organization for the culture change that you desire. Good Soil Podcast is hosted by Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, DEI practitioner, guest lecturer, writer and speaker.    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Di...2021-11-1800 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Podcast TrailerIn this podcast we will reveal exactly what you need to know and to be aware of as a corporate organization when selecting and engaging the right Diversity, Equity and Inclusion experts. We also cover how you could prepare your key stakeholders, your organization for the culture change that you desire. Good Soil Podcast is hosted by Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, DEI practitioner, guest lecturer, writer and speaker.    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Di...2021-11-1800 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastNew Name, Same Podcast: Good Soil Leaders PodcastAshanti Bentil-Dhue announces the new name of the podcast and talks about why the change has been made.     Episode Highlights:    Why Good Soil Leaders?   What is the mission of the Good Soil Podcast?   Tune into today's episode and find out more!   Why we need standards in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Industry?   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04      ...2021-11-1709 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastNew Name, Same Podcast: Good Soil Leaders PodcastAshanti Bentil-Dhue announces the new name of the podcast and talks about why the change has been made.     Episode Highlights:    Why Good Soil Leaders?   What is the mission of the Good Soil Podcast?   Tune into today's episode and find out more!   Why we need standards in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Industry?   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04      ...2021-11-1709 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastNetflix’s ‘The Chair’ Review: The Cost of Making a Mistake at Work When Black, Colourism and Grievance Procedures. (Pt. 2)One of the brilliant things about the last three years or so, is that we're seeing different stories and creatives being funded. More diverse stories are being told on the screen, whether it's TV, film, theater, etc. In today’s episode, Ashanti will be sharing with us how this Netflix series is very useful for stakeholders to watch in order to understand some of the dynamics that happen in the workplace, how people of color experience the workplace and how complex addressing diversity and inclusion in the workplace can be.    Episode highlights:   How c...2021-11-1021 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastNetflix’s ‘The Chair’ Review: The Cost of Making a Mistake at Work When Black, Colourism and Grievance Procedures. (Pt. 2)One of the brilliant things about the last three years or so, is that we're seeing different stories and creatives being funded. More diverse stories are being told on the screen, whether it's TV, film, theater, etc. In today’s episode, Ashanti will be sharing with us how this Netflix series is very useful for stakeholders to watch in order to understand some of the dynamics that happen in the workplace, how people of color experience the workplace and how complex addressing diversity and inclusion in the workplace can be.    Episode highlights:   How c...2021-11-1021 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastNetflix’s ‘The Chair’ Review: How Entrenched Workplace Culture, Office Politics and Multi Generational Teams Collide When Addressing Diversity and Inclusion (Pt. 1)One of the brilliant things about the last three years or so, is that we're seeing different stories and creatives being funded. More diverse stories are being told on the screen, whether it's TV, film, theater, etc. In today’s episode, Ashanti will be sharing with us how this netflix series is very useful for stakeholders to watch in order to understand some of the dynamics that happen in the workplace, how people of color experience the workplace and how complex addressing diversity and inclusion in the workplace can be.  Episode Highlights: A broader depiction of wom...2021-11-0330 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastNetflix’s ‘The Chair’ Review: How Entrenched Workplace Culture, Office Politics and Multi Generational Teams Collide When Addressing Diversity and Inclusion (Pt. 1)One of the brilliant things about the last three years or so, is that we're seeing different stories and creatives being funded. More diverse stories are being told on the screen, whether it's TV, film, theater, etc. In today’s episode, Ashanti will be sharing with us how this netflix series is very useful for stakeholders to watch in order to understand some of the dynamics that happen in the workplace, how people of color experience the workplace and how complex addressing diversity and inclusion in the workplace can be.  Episode Highlights: A broader depiction of wom...2021-11-0330 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow Black Women Working in the UK Experience the WorkplaceOnly 1% of senior positions held in the UK, held by women of color. Black women specifically don't have a percentage. And this gap continues to widen year on year COVID-19 and subsequent global events such as the resurgence of Black Lives Matter.   Studies and research has shown that current diversity agendas, particularly gender diversity agendas, systematically ignore and neglect the presence and welfare of black women in corporate environments.   Episode Highlights: Understanding the challenges of black women in the workplace  Intersectionality: Navigating race and gender in the workplace The racial dis...2021-10-2724 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastHow Black Women Working in the UK Experience the WorkplaceOnly 1% of senior positions held in the UK, held by women of color. Black women specifically don't have a percentage. And this gap continues to widen year on year COVID-19 and subsequent global events such as the resurgence of Black Lives Matter.   Studies and research has shown that current diversity agendas, particularly gender diversity agendas, systematically ignore and neglect the presence and welfare of black women in corporate environments.   Episode Highlights: Understanding the challenges of black women in the workplace  Intersectionality: Navigating race and gender in the workplace The racial dis...2021-10-2724 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhere to Start for the First Time When it Comes to Diversity and Inclusion in your OrganisationTune into today’s episode as Ashanti will be discussing the following:   The challenges associated with putting out bids and tenders for external diversity and inclusion support   Why it’s very helpful to have consultants who specialize in particular strand of diversity support you in your journey  How to use your resources, time and money in a strategic way when getting started  Why building a solid foundation is key when it comes to creating internal initiatives and strategies  The importance of understanding the dynamic of power in the workplace when approaching diversity and inclusion The three main areas...2021-10-2119 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWhere to Start for the First Time When it Comes to Diversity and Inclusion in your OrganisationTune into today’s episode as Ashanti will be discussing the following:   The challenges associated with putting out bids and tenders for external diversity and inclusion support   Why it’s very helpful to have consultants who specialize in particular strand of diversity support you in your journey  How to use your resources, time and money in a strategic way when getting started  Why building a solid foundation is key when it comes to creating internal initiatives and strategies  The importance of understanding the dynamic of power in the workplace when approaching diversity and inclusion The three main areas...2021-10-2119 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Skills You Need to Look for in a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Expert or CompanyIn today’s episode, I will be talking about the skills that you should look for in a DEI practitioner, or even a consultant or consultancy regardless of size.  Episode Highlights: Why it's important to hire the right experts in the first place. How you identify an expert consultant or practitioners vs a content creator or activist.  Why knowing the difference between a specialist and generalist is important  Does the consultancy (particularly medium and large ones) have internal diversity?  The significance of stakeholder aftercare. The questions an expert consultant or practitioner should be asking you And so...2021-10-1319 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Skills You Need to Look for in a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Expert or CompanyIn today’s episode, I will be talking about the skills that you should look for in a DEI practitioner, or even a consultant or consultancy regardless of size.  Episode Highlights: Why it's important to hire the right experts in the first place. How you identify an expert consultant or practitioners vs a content creator or activist.  Why knowing the difference between a specialist and generalist is important  Does the consultancy (particularly medium and large ones) have internal diversity?  The significance of stakeholder aftercare. The questions an expert consultant or practitioner should be asking you And so...2021-10-1319 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastBlack History Month: How your Organization can Recognise this Month with Grace and Respect so that the Entire Workforce BenefitsSo in this particular episode, I will be sharing some of the top line takeaways from our recent Black History Month webinar which explored the core principles of celebrating awareness months.  Core principles explored in the original webinar with guest experts: How to plan BMH activities, events and initiatives which engage the entire workforce in a remote and hybrid working world. How (and why) to partner with Black-Owned businesses during BHM. How to source diverse and qualified external speakers for your event. How to engage and leverage employee networks during BHM. How to avoid cultural appropriation a...2021-10-0432 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastBlack History Month: How your Organization can Recognise this Month with Grace and Respect so that the Entire Workforce BenefitsSo in this particular episode, I will be sharing some of the top line takeaways from our recent Black History Month webinar which explored the core principles of celebrating awareness months.  Core principles explored in the original webinar with guest experts: How to plan BMH activities, events and initiatives which engage the entire workforce in a remote and hybrid working world. How (and why) to partner with Black-Owned businesses during BHM. How to source diverse and qualified external speakers for your event. How to engage and leverage employee networks during BHM. How to avoid cultural appropriation a...2021-10-0432 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWho Should be Leading Conversations Around Bias and Prejudice in your WorkplaceIn today’s episode, I'm going to discuss who should be leaving conversations around diversity and inclusion, and specifically around bias prejudice race within the workplace. Should it be your Diversity Committee? Should it be volunteers from across the organization?  Should it be the minority employees and individuals in the organization? I explore the challenges, risks and outcomes related to allowing these conversations to be led by the wrong internal employees and stakeholders.  Episode Highlights: Why these conversations can be complex and often avoided altogether by organizations The risk...2021-10-0427 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastWho Should be Leading Conversations Around Bias and Prejudice in your WorkplaceIn today’s episode, I'm going to discuss who should be leaving conversations around diversity and inclusion, and specifically around bias prejudice race within the workplace. Should it be your Diversity Committee? Should it be volunteers from across the organization?  Should it be the minority employees and individuals in the organization? I explore the challenges, risks and outcomes related to allowing these conversations to be led by the wrong internal employees and stakeholders.  Episode Highlights: Why these conversations can be complex and often avoided altogether by organizations The risk...2021-10-0427 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Mission and Purpose of the Good Soil PodcastIn this Introductory episode, I am going to discuss what exactly it is I want to share, why it's useful, the reasons you should listen to the podcast, and setting some context giving some wider background information on the meed. Listen to today’s episode and find out more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or ex...2021-10-0402 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastThe Mission and Purpose of the Good Soil PodcastIn this Introductory episode, I am going to discuss what exactly it is I want to share, why it's useful, the reasons you should listen to the podcast, and setting some context giving some wider background information on the meed. Listen to today’s episode and find out more!   If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Did you know we have another podcast specifically for practitioners, consultants and DEI leads (whether internal or ex...2021-10-0402 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastDEI Standard Podcast TrailerIn this podcast we will reveal exactly what you need to know and to be aware of as a corporate organization when selecting and engaging the right Diversity, Equity and Inclusion experts. We also cover how you could prepare your key stakeholders, your organization for the culture change that you desire. Good Soil Podcast is hosted by Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, DEI practitioner, guest lecturer, writer and speaker.    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Di...2021-10-0400 minGood Soil Leaders PodcastGood Soil Leaders PodcastDEI Standard Podcast TrailerIn this podcast we will reveal exactly what you need to know and to be aware of as a corporate organization when selecting and engaging the right Diversity, Equity and Inclusion experts. We also cover how you could prepare your key stakeholders, your organization for the culture change that you desire. Good Soil Podcast is hosted by Ashanti Bentil-Dhue, DEI practitioner, guest lecturer, writer and speaker.    If you'd like to discuss how Ashanti Bentil-Dhue can work with you, please book a call: https://calendly.com/ashantibentildhue/meeting-with-ashanti?back=1&month=2022-04    Di...2021-10-0400 minSelling To CorporateSelling To CorporateHow to build your best B2B sales process in twelve months with Ashanti Bentil DhueHave you been thinking about what it really takes to revamp your entire B2B sales process? Perhaps you’re new to selling to corporate organisations and want to understand how long it really takes to get fully booked? Or maybe you’ve been selling your services to corporate clients for a while but are stuck in feast or famine… and you’re ready to create a sales process that works for you? We’ve got a treat in store with this episode - as we’re bringing the fabulous Ashanti Bentil-Dhue onto the podcast to talk about her jo...2021-10-0141 minThe Mindful BusinessThe Mindful BusinessEpisode 13: Creating workplaces where diversity & well-being unite - with Ashanti Bentil - DhueThis episode has been a long time coming - I've been wanting to cover this subject and understand the conversation better myself for many months so I'm thrilled to have Ashanti Bentil - Dhue on the podcast talking all about creating diverse workplaces where the honest conversations go deep! Ashanti is Founder and CEO at EventMind, a market leader in the virtual meetings and events sector. EventMind provides training, consultancy and delivery for businesses looking to engage virtually with their audience and community.  EventMind specialises in creating diverse digital communities and events, with access to 300 event technologies. A...2021-05-1040 minThe Business of MeetingsThe Business of MeetingsCreating Diversity Through Consistent Visibility with Ashanti Bentil-DhueYou are in for a treat today! We are delighted to be speaking to Ashanti Bentil-Dhue. Ashanti is the CEO of EventMind, which provides training and consultancy for businesses looking to engage virtually with their audience. She comes from the corporate world where she was Regulatory Compliance AVP for Santander Bank, Barclaycard, and the Financial Ombudsman Service. Ashanti co-created the UK’s first nation-wide anti-racism and allyship project for women in Human Resources (HR), an industry that is 83% female and white. She is also a co-founder of 100 White Allies, Diversity Ally, and Black In Events, which are consultancies that pr...2021-03-3040 min