Episode 58: The Workplace Revolution We Need Starts with Emotional Intelligence & Belonging

Embracing Only

In this insightful interview Archita and Olivia interview award winning author, Farah Harris. Where they explore the complexities of emotions, emotional intelligence, and cultural identity in the workplace.

Key topics covered:

• Why emotional intelligence and emotional skills are critical for leaders today, despite prevailing attitudes that emotions should be "left at the door"
• The damaging effects of suppressing emotions and "masking" our authentic selves to fit in at work
• How code-switching and changing behaviour to assimilate can lead to imposter syndrome, anxiety, and other issues
• Tips for improving emotional intelligence: identifying our feelings, communicating them effectively, and finding healthy ways to process painful emotions
• The importance of inclusive leadership: valuing diverse personalities and working styles on your team
• How to interrupt biased comments in talent reviews and set employees up for success

Farah shares vulnerable stories and actionable advice for honouring yourself and your emotions, while still meeting workplace goals. Tune in to gain insight from her trailblazing perspective as a woman of color and clinician navigating corporate spaces. You'll walk away inspired to approach work and life with greater authenticity, empathy, and emotional courage.

Link to purchase Farah’s book can be found here:

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Farah-Harris-ebook/dp/B0C46RKN8Y

You can also follow her and her work here:

https://workingwelldaily.com/

About Embracing "ONLY" Welcome to Embracing Only, the podcast dedicated to empowering women in the workplace by sharing inspiring stories from diverse women who’ve defied the odds in their careers. Each episode spotlights women in leadership, providing insights into their journeys and the leadership skills they’ve developed along the way. With a focus on career development for women of color, we offer actionable career advice for women to help them navigate challenges and thrive professionally. Join us as we create a supportive community for women to rise, claim their power, thrive as "an only" in the workplace, and lead with purpose.