Minette Norman is an author, speaker, and consultant with decades of experience leading global teams in the software industry. As a vital voice in inclusive leadership, she speaks about psychological safety and empathy. Minette is also the author of The Boldly Inclusive Leader and the co-author of The Psychological Safety Playbook.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- [3:24] Minette Norman’s transformation from acting to becoming a leader in Silicon Valley
- [4:55] Why Minette left the corporate world to empower leaders
- [6:55] The importance of maintaining an extensive network when starting a new business
- [9:21] How Minette navigated male-dominated leadership in Silicon Valley
- [12:18] The impetus and concept for Minette’s book
- [22:57] What is psychological safety, and how does it impact inclusive leadership?
- [30:34] Practical advice for women leading teams amid frustration
In this episode…
In a corporate world dominated by male leaders, women often feel silenced and suppress their opinions and emotions. Yet vulnerability and emotional intelligence are vital characteristics of women leaders. How can you harness these qualities to make a true impact on your team?
After being forced out of Silicon Valley by male leaders threatened by her dominance, Minette Norman discovered the power of inclusive leadership. This involves cultivating a diverse team to enrich company dynamics and promote creative problem-solving. It also entails establishing psychological safety in the workplace to ensure team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and taking risks. Embracing your authentic self in your leadership role fosters genuine connection and creates an atmosphere of trust.
Tune in to the latest episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as Andrea Heuston welcomes Minette Norman to talk about transforming leadership through emotional intelligence and inclusivity. Minette reveals insights from her book, how she cultivated a network when starting a new business, and her transformation from acting to leadership in Silicon Valley.
Resources Mentioned in this episode
- Andrea Heuston on LinkedIn
- Artitudes Design
- Artitudes Women Owned Offer
- Stronger on the Other Side: The Power to Choose by Andrea Heuston
- Minette Norman: Website | LinkedIn
- The Boldly Inclusive Leader: Transform Your Workplace (and the World) by Valuing the Differences Within by Minette Norman
- The Psychological Safety Playbook: Learn More Powerfully by Being More Human by Karolin Helbig and Minette Norman
- Rosanna Berardi on LinkedIn
- Berardi Immigration Law
Quotable Moments:
- “Leadership is the most important role… you’re changing the trajectory of people’s lives.”
- “When you feel you don’t have a voice, the whole team loses out on important perspectives.”
- “People often appreciate you more when you show up as your authentic self.”
- “Diversity in a team accelerates innovation.”
- “Create the conditions for people to speak up and improvise.”
Action Steps:
1. Embrace vulnerability in leadership: Being open about your emotions can open up channels of communication and trust within your team.
2. Foster diversity in thought: Actively seek out perspectives that differ from your own to drive creative solutions.
3. Prioritize psychological safety: Create an environment where team members feel safe to share ideas and make mistakes without fear of negative consequences.
4. Network broadly and authentically: Build genuine relationships outside your immediate circle that can support you and provide opportunities.
5. Learn to listen and be patient: Understand that some team members may need more time to articulate their ideas, and create space for those conversations.
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