Clients as Experts and Modeling Accountability: Lessons from Jason Vicente ft Kendrick Dial

If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the lack of progress in creating a safe and inclusive culture in your social services organization, despite your best efforts to lead and implement change, then you are not alone! Many professionals like yourself may be experiencing a disconnect between their actions and the desired outcome. You may find that despite conducting trainings, implementing policies, and encouraging open dialogue, there is still a lack of accountability and meaningful change within your organization.

There is a lot that can be learned from clients. Join me and Living Unapologetically consultant, Kendrick Dial, in an open dialogue where we learn lessons from Jason Vicente, social service leader and one of our bias coaching clients. You are in for a treat!

 

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Elevate your consulting and leadership techniques with an informed bias coaching perspective.

• Create a supportive space for discussion and growth, emphasizing the need for openness and vulnerability.

• Proactively approach DEI consulting challenges, preparing for transformation and addressing ingrained biases.

• Unveil the intricate interplay of intersectionality in everyday life, highlighting the value of diverse leadership.

• Spearhead culture change by driving proactive solutions and instilling model behavior in your workspace.

 

The guest for this episode is Jason Vicente

We are honored to have the presence of Jason Vicente. His journey is rooted in social services, spending nine impactful years working with young adults who experience homelessness, the LGBTQ communities, and foster care systems. His experience isn't just professional – it's profoundly personal. Jason is here to share his insights and perspectives on what it's been like to receive bias coaching from Living Unapologetically. His unique experiences offer a fresh perspective to leaders looking to grow and foster a culture of inclusivity and respect.

 

One of My Fav Moments: Embrace Challenges in DEI Consulting Navigating the complexities inherent to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) consulting can be tough, but embracing these challenges can lead to more meaningful change. Jason and Kendrick advise that leaders need to exemplify accountability, humility, and openness for successful DEI initiatives. Additionally, they underscore the necessity of readiness and commitment among clients to engage in deep introspection and growth. This transformation, while challenging, can be incredibly rewarding, leading to profound organizational changes and heightened responsibility towards biases and systemic barriers.

 

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To get in touch with Jason Vicente, you can contact him here:

• The Brew Inn Podcast- https://linktr.ee/thebrewinnpodcast

To get in touch with Kendrick Dial, you can contact him here:

• https://kendrickdial.com/

 

The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Setting the Stage, 00:04:46 - Experience in Bias Coaching, 00:07:32 - Creating a Safe Space, 00:11:11 - Internal Struggle Points, 00:14:52 - The Challenge of Prioritizing Learning, 00:17:14 - Balancing Workload and Learning, 00:18:32 - The Practical Aspect of Coaching, 00:21:21 - Applying Learnings in Personal Life, 00:25:39 - Reflecting on the Experience, 00:30:16 - Balancing Structure and Openness, 00:32:36 - Approaching Organizations and Setting Boundaries, 00:36:29 - Choosing the Right Clients, 00:39:41 - The Role of Consultants, 00:43:22 - Readiness and Self-Reflection, 00:45:57 - The Importance of Self-Reflection, 00:47:25 - Addressing Deflections, 00:48:41 - Creating a Safe Space, 00:51:01 - Personalization and Exploration, 00:55:05 - Modeling What's Possible,