Gender Parity and the ROR: Return On Relationships (Part II) with Emily Nichols
In this episode, Roxanne converses with Emily Nichols about her company 'Human skills for technical people', gender equality, and systemic shifts in industries. They delve into the role of language in thought processes and the implementation of gender-neutral language and pay equity in workplaces. Emily underlines the significance of self-reflection, belief systems in career choices, and self-awareness in leadership. They also explore the connection between language and relationships. The episode concludes with a promotion for Roxanne's book.
Key Points
- Emily Nichols emphasizes the importance of inclusive language in the workplace, especially in male-dominated fields like engineering, to create a more gender-equal environment and to acknowledge non-binary individuals as well.
- Leaders and policymakers are encouraged to consider pay equity, provide necessary facilities for all genders, and reflect on their biases in hiring and promotions to foster a more diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Open conversations about language and inclusivity can lead to stronger relationships and a deeper understanding of one another, which is fundamental for personal and organizational growth.
Quote: “Your words are a signal to the people around you about whether you’re truly thinking about their experience.” Emily Nichols
Words shape our world. You know when someone says “Hey guys”, and they're referring to a group of differently gendered people? Most of us don’t even notice, but in this day and age, we really do need to be more aware of the language we use to avoid excluding or offending anyone. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we’re excited to welcome Emily Nichols to talk about her experience as a woman in engineering and how gender parity impacts the workplace.
This was such a great interview packed with so much inspirational information that we decided to turn it into a 2-part series. Here’s the link to Part 1: https://roxannederhodge.com/gender-pa...
Speaking from the stage or the factory floor, Emily works with organizations that want to equip their technical teams with human skills, so they can be better problem solvers, team players, and leaders. A professional engineer with decades of experience in manufacturing, Emily easily connects at all levels of organizations, inspiring deeper understanding and collaborative teamwork. And she makes learning fun!
Authentic Touch Points
• It starts with language. 2:30 • A systemic shift. 7:00 • It’s time for strategic change(s). 12:00 • What is a leader? 17:00 • The power of words. 20:00
Emily has a B.Sc. in Systems Engineering (University of Guelph) and a M.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (McMaster University). She summarized her master’s thesis in five Dr. Seuss rhymes.
We encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about presenting their authentic selves to develop an improved workplace for everyone with less conflict, as Roxanne offers executive coaching. Visit https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/ to schedule your complimentary discovery call now.
Stay Authentic,
Roxanne
P.S. We invite you to get your copy of ROR: Return On Relationships (if you haven’t already) for only $1.99 until the end of July! https://www.amazon.ca/dp/1739001923/
Links:
Emily’s website: https://emilynichols.com/
Emily’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilynichols/
Watch Emily's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJRO6QVzYRE
Emily’s YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/ideasemily
Emily’s Instagram handle:https://www.instagram.com/ideasemily/
Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
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