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Building Trust and Accountability: The Key to Effective Leadership 21:02

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Leadership today demands more than vision or authority—it requires trust. In workplaces where uncertainty and change are constant, the leaders who succeed are those who create environments where people feel safe, supported, and empowered to deliver their best work. As Damian Goldvarg shared in our recent conversation, effective leadership is not ab…

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Leading with a Coaching Mindset: Transforming Leadership for a Human-Centered Workplace 16:05

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In this episode of DEI After Five, host [Host Name] welcomes author and organizational psychologist Damian Goldvarg to discuss his book, "Lead with a Coaching Mindset." The conversation focuses on the urgent need for a shift in leadership from project management to a more human-centered approach, especially in today's complex times. Damian shares h…

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From Boring to Engaging: Transforming Onboarding for the New Workforce 14:49

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Let’s be honest—most onboarding experiences are forgettable at best and overwhelming at worst. Yet for many organizations, the way they welcome new employees hasn’t kept up. Traditional onboarding often feels like a box to check—an administrative marathon of paperwork, policies, and PowerPoints. But in a world where people are craving connection, c…

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The Future of DEI: Building a Culture of Care 16:06

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In this episode of DEI After 5, Sacha reflects on the future of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work in organizations. Addressing a recent question posed by a caller, the discussion emphasizes that while the specific terminology around DEI may evolve, the essence of the work remains crucial due to our inherent diversity as humans. She notes …

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Who Gets Left Out When AI Makes the Decisions? 31:45

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how we work, hire, and even how we define success—but it’s also quietly reshaping conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). While AI promises efficiency and data-driven insights, it also poses serious risks when bias goes unchecked. On a recent episode of DEI After 5, I sat down with D…

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Inclusion in AI Is Critical 32:50

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The Power of Representation: Why Diverse Voices Matter in Marketing 20:50

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In today’s diverse and interconnected world, effective marketing requires more than clever slogans or broad demographic data—it requires understanding people. That was the heart of my conversation with Hernan Tagliani, who emphasized why representation and cultural relevance are critical to building authentic connections with consumers. Too often, …

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Navigating Cultural Celebrations: What Brands Need to Know 12:47

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In today’s marketplace, the role of multicultural consumers isn’t just important—it’s essential. During this week’s DEI After 5 episode, I sat down with Hernan Tagliani, an expert in multicultural marketing, to unpack why brands must stop treating cultural celebrations like Hispanic Heritage Month as optional or seasonal gestures. We started by cal…

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Creating Community Support in Times of Fear and Uncertainty 9:21

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When we talk about psychological safety, most people immediately think about the workplace. But if we’re being honest, psychological safety has always extended far beyond the office walls. It’s about how safe we feel in our neighborhoods, in our homes, and in our communities—and how those experiences shape how we show up everywhere else. In this we…

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Exploring Inclusive Leadership in the Post-Pandemic Workplace 36:18

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One thing that’s become crystal clear in the past few years is this: leadership, as we knew it, doesn’t work anymore. The post-pandemic workplace is asking something different of us. And while some leaders are clinging to old playbooks—those rooted in control, hierarchy, and performance at all costs—others are leaning into something more sustainabl…

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How to Be an Intentional Inclusionist 29:01

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If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my work, it’s that inclusive workplaces don’t just happen. They’re built—with intention, consistency, and a clear commitment to amplifying voices that too often get left out of the conversation. In a recent episode of DEI After 5, I had the chance to talk with Dr. Nika White, someone who has built her career at …

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Unpacking Psychological Safety: The Key to Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace 8:55

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New DEI After 5 episode live now We’ve all heard the terms: psychological safety, belonging, trust. They get tossed around in company town halls, folded into DEI statements, and dropped into leadership training decks. But let’s be real — most of what gets said about them barely scratches the surface. In this week’s episode of DEI After 5, I go bene…

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Setting Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace in Toxic Environments 32:28

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It’s clear people are looking for ways to protect their peace. And if the comments, DMs, and emails are any indication, they’re also looking for permission to do so. That’s exactly why this conversation with Katrina Jones on DEI After 5 hit such a nerve. It’s one of our most-watched episodes, and it makes sense—this is the stuff so many of us have …

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Understanding Psychosocial Hazards: The Hidden Threats to Workplace Safety 32:42

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When most people think about workplace safety, they imagine hard hats, ergonomic chairs, or maybe active shooter drills. What rarely comes up—but absolutely should—is how people feel at work. And that’s where psychosocial hazards come in. These aren’t just buzzwords or boxes to check. Psychosocial hazards are the silent threats that show up in how …

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Finding Your Community: The Key to Overcoming Isolation and Burnout 7:04

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We talk a lot about burnout, disconnection, and disengagement at work—but we don’t talk enough about how community can be the antidote. In this episode of DEI After 5, I share some reflections on how easy it is—especially for middle managers—to feel like you're carrying the load alone. You're expected to show up for everyone else, but who’s holding…

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Middle Managers Hold the Line—But Who’s Supporting Them? 36:32

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In this re-release of my conversation with Amy Waninger, we’re revisiting a topic that’s even more urgent today than when we first recorded it: the vital role middle managers play in building inclusive, psychologically safe workplaces—and the real cost when they’re left out of the conversation. The Reality Behind the Rhetoric It’s easy to talk abou…

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Beyond the Office Doors: How External Events Impact Our Work Lives 9:27

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Let’s be real—what’s happening in the world doesn’t stop at the office door. We don’t get to hang our worries on a hook next to our coats and step into a perfectly insulated work bubble. And yet, too often, that’s exactly what workplaces expect us to do. In this week’s episode of DEI After 5, I’m talking about the impact of external events—whether …

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Middle Managers Are Burning Out—and It’s Time to Pay Attention 1:02

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Welcome to this week's episode of DEI After 5. Today, I decided to shift our focus slightly while still staying within the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Specifically, I want to delve into the inclusion aspect and address a pressing issue I've been noticing: burnout among first-line and middle managers. Through my recent webinars,…

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The DEI Career Shift: Insights with Andrea Tatum 25:29

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The Evolution of DEI Roles and the Importance of Skills Alignment In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) roles have experienced significant transformations, largely in response to shifting organizational priorities and economic conditions. As discussed in this episode, many organizations are reevaluating their DEI initiatives, with…

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Welcome Back to DEI After 5 4:02

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In this episode of DEI After 5, we celebrate the return of the podcast after a brief hiatus. Sacha reflects on the importance of continuing discussions around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace and beyond. While the podcast name remains the same, the focus has expanded to encompass how DEI practices influence our lives, communi…

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Are You Truly Embodying Your Values? 1:11

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What does it mean to embody inclusion and belonging in your everyday life? How can community shape our success? By exploring these questions, Nancy and I uncover the importance of intentionally living out our beliefs, not just displaying them. It’s about setting the standard for behavior and modeling a culture that nurtures understanding and accept…

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Bridging the Generational Gap: Insights on Age Diversity in the Workplace 34:39

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In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson welcomes Dr. Daniel Jolles, a behavioral scientist and research officer at the London School of Economics. They explore the often-overlooked topic of age diversity in the workplace, discussing the generational miscommunications and differing values that can arise in diverse work environments. Dr. …

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The Future of DEI in a Contentious Political Landscape 44:17

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In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson welcomes Sara Taylor from Deep Sea Consulting to discuss the impact of election season on workplace dynamics, particularly regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). As the political landscape becomes contentious, DEI initiatives are increasingly under attack, leading to a critical examinat…

The Work Doesn’t End At 5pm—and Neither Do We Podcasts

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DEI After 5 with Sacha

The work doesn’t end at 5pm—and neither do we.

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Building Trust and Accountability: The Key to Effective Leadership 21:02

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Leading with a Coaching Mindset: Transforming Leadership for a Human-Centered Workplace 16:05

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From Boring to Engaging: Transforming Onboarding for the New Workforce 14:49

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The Future of DEI: Building a Culture of Care 16:06

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Who Gets Left Out When AI Makes the Decisions? 31:45

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Inclusion in AI Is Critical 32:50

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The Power of Representation: Why Diverse Voices Matter in Marketing 20:50

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Navigating Cultural Celebrations: What Brands Need to Know 12:47

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Creating Community Support in Times of Fear and Uncertainty 9:21

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Exploring Inclusive Leadership in the Post-Pandemic Workplace 36:18

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How to Be an Intentional Inclusionist 29:01

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Unpacking Psychological Safety: The Key to Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace 8:55

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Setting Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace in Toxic Environments 32:28

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Understanding Psychosocial Hazards: The Hidden Threats to Workplace Safety 32:42

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Finding Your Community: The Key to Overcoming Isolation and Burnout 7:04

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Middle Managers Hold the Line—But Who’s Supporting Them? 36:32

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Beyond the Office Doors: How External Events Impact Our Work Lives 9:27

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Middle Managers Are Burning Out—and It’s Time to Pay Attention 1:02

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The DEI Career Shift: Insights with Andrea Tatum 25:29

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Welcome Back to DEI After 5 4:02

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Are You Truly Embodying Your Values? 1:11

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Bridging the Generational Gap: Insights on Age Diversity in the Workplace 34:39

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The Future of DEI in a Contentious Political Landscape 44:17