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Owning Your Seat at the Table When You’re the Only One

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Summary

In this episode, Jacqueline Twillie discusses the challenges and opportunities of being the only one in the room, particularly in leadership roles. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, authenticity, and building influence while navigating the complexities of representation. Jacqueline shares personal anecdotes and practical strategies for turning feelings of isolation into empowerment, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique perspectives and advocate for their voices in professional settings.

Takeaways

  • Being the only one can feel isolating but can also be empowering.
  • Resilience is about showing up as yourself, even when the room isn't ready.
  • Performative inclusion is different from true influence.
  • You are not responsible for carrying the weight of representation.
  • Flipping the script means viewing your unique perspective as an asset.
  • Building relationships is crucial for leadership success.
  • Your ideas should connect to the organization's goals for impact.
  • Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining professional integrity.
  • Mentorship is a two-way street; share your growth with others.
  • Authenticity in leadership creates a ripple effect for others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Being the Only One

04:41 The Reality of Representation

09:10 Flipping the Script on Isolation

15:46 Creating a Ripple Effect in Leadership

Sound Bites

"You are qualified to be there, period."

"Influence starts with purpose."

"Your authenticity is your superpower."

Keywords: representation, leadership, resilience, influence, diversity, empowerment, mentorship, authenticity, career development, networking

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290 episodes

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Summary

In this episode, Jacqueline Twillie discusses the challenges and opportunities of being the only one in the room, particularly in leadership roles. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, authenticity, and building influence while navigating the complexities of representation. Jacqueline shares personal anecdotes and practical strategies for turning feelings of isolation into empowerment, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique perspectives and advocate for their voices in professional settings.

Takeaways

  • Being the only one can feel isolating but can also be empowering.
  • Resilience is about showing up as yourself, even when the room isn't ready.
  • Performative inclusion is different from true influence.
  • You are not responsible for carrying the weight of representation.
  • Flipping the script means viewing your unique perspective as an asset.
  • Building relationships is crucial for leadership success.
  • Your ideas should connect to the organization's goals for impact.
  • Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining professional integrity.
  • Mentorship is a two-way street; share your growth with others.
  • Authenticity in leadership creates a ripple effect for others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Being the Only One

04:41 The Reality of Representation

09:10 Flipping the Script on Isolation

15:46 Creating a Ripple Effect in Leadership

Sound Bites

"You are qualified to be there, period."

"Influence starts with purpose."

"Your authenticity is your superpower."

Keywords: representation, leadership, resilience, influence, diversity, empowerment, mentorship, authenticity, career development, networking

  continue reading

290 episodes

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