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IN THIS EPISODE...In today's episode, Dr. Steve Yacovelli, the "Gay Leadership Dude," explores creating an inclusive workplace culture. Steve is the CEO of TopDog Learning Group, a consulting firm in Orlando, FL, specializing in diversity and inclusion, leadership training, change management, and executive coaching.During today's conversation, he highlights the role of employee resource groups in shaping company policies, addresses microaggressions, and offers strategies for leaders to combat silent collusion. Emphasizing courage in leadership, he also explains how authenticity and empathy can build trust and boost employee engagement. Moreover, Steve shares insights on effective leadership, the significance of belonging, and the dangers of performative allyship, drawing from his book “Your Queer Career.”------------Full show notes, links to resources mentioned, and other compelling episodes can be found at http://LeadYourGamePodcast.com. (Click the magnifying icon at the top right and type “Dr. Steve”)Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! ------------JUST FOR YOU: Increase your leadership acumen by identifying your personal Leadership Trigger. Take my free my free quiz and instantly receive your 5-page report. Need to up-level your workforce or execute strategic People initiatives? https://shockinglydifferent.com/contact or tweet @KaranRhodes.-------------ABOUT DR. STEVE YACOVELLI:Steve Yacovelli has over 25 years of experience in leadership development and organizational effectiveness. He has worked with a diverse range of organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. He is a recognized expert in LGBTQ+ leadership and has been featured in numerous publications and media outlets, including The Huffington Post, The Advocate, and The Wall Street Journal.In addition to his consulting work, Yacovelli is the author of two books; “Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle” and "Your Queer Career: Workplace Advice From the Gay Leadership Dude." He is a frequent keynote speaker and presenter at conferences and events focused on leadership development, diversity, and inclusion.------------WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:1. What are the six key focus areas for effective leadership?2. How do employee resource groups serve as internal consultants in companies?3. Why is it essential to address microaggressions in the workplace?4. What does "silent collusion" mean, and why is it significant in the workplace?5. How can leaders address microaggressions?6. What is the importance of courage in leadership?7. What is the impact of performative allyship on workplace culture?8. How does a sense of belonging affect employee retention and engagement?------------FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:[03:18] Steve's Personal Updates and Professional Passions[05:25] AI and Inclusion[08:14] Creating Belonging in the Workplace[10:11] Steve's Newest Book: Your Queer Career[13:10] Workplace Values and Continuous Learning[15:46] Retention...

LGBTQ Pride We start of this month of LGBTQ Pride, with short interview with Joe Hawkins. Who has many roles including Leader and co-founder of the Oakland LGBTQ Center, LGBTQ Health& Wellness Activists, and Event Promoter of Blatino Oasis. Include being a husband and Father. So please listen, share, and enjoying this Pride. Links: https://www.facebook.com/joehawkinsoakland https://www.instagram.com/oaklandlgbtqcenter/ https://www.oaklandlgbtqcenter.org/directory https://www.blatinooasis.com/

How do you create consciously inclusive leaders in the workplace?Dr. Steve Yacovelli refers to himself as the “Gay Leadership Dude”. He has almost 30 years of cumulative experience in diversity, equity and inclusion which focuses on developing leadership talent for the LGBTQ+ community, and is the author of a critically-acclaimed and award-winning book entitled, “Pride Leadership:  Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle.”In this episode, Steve shares how celebrations for underrepresented groups bring awareness, a heightened sense of sensitivity, and a collective societal platform to talk about belonging as an important human need. This is a good opportunity for workplaces to create safe spaces so that conversations happen beyond just the monthly celebrations.He also shares the three areas companies can focus on to create consciously inclusive leaders:Think In - uncovering your unconscious biasesSpeak Up - tactfully addressing exclusivity and not engaging in silent collusion; andAct Out - making sure your actions match your values and beliefs by speaking up within your spheres of influenceListen to this episode to know how you can genuinely create a culture of belonging and be allies for diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.References:Website: https://topdoglearning.biz/Project Implicit Test: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.htmlLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegayleadershipdudeNo Way OutWelcome to the No Way Out podcast where we examine the variety of domains and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showJoin us in our mission at The Leadership Project and learn more about our organization here. https://linktr.ee/mickspiersYou can purchase a copy of the Mick Spiers bestselling book "You're a Leader, Now What?" as an eBook or paperback at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZBKK8XV

How do you create a more inclusive workspace? For over 25 years, Dr. Steve Yacovelli has been training organizations like Fortune 500 Greats, The Walt Disney Company, and Bayer AG, and amazing not-for-profits like The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Dr. Steve Yacovelli is the author of the award-winning book Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle.Dr. Steve Yacovelli (“The Gay Leadership Dude™”) is the Owner & Principal of  TopDog Learning Group, LLC – a learning and development, leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA, with affiliates across the globe. He has a mission to create more inclusive workplaces, and in this episode, we talk about: The 6 Competencies of Inclusive and effective leadershipHow to maintain authenticity in a virtual environmentWhat you can do immediately to create a more inclusive workplace - with real examples!What leaders and learning and development professionals can do to create a more Follow Dr. Steve Yacovelli on LinkedIn or InstagramWatch this episode on Youtube Support the show Jill Griffin is on a mission to improve life in the workplace by helping leaders design their next chapter, increase their well-being, intentionality and impact. Jill's executive coaching, strategy, and innovation have generated multi-millions in revenue for the world's largest agencies, start-ups, and well-known brands. She works with individuals, teams, and organizations to create cultures allowing leaders to increase performance and impact while maintaining well-being. Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE CEO Advising and Consulting Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @jillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

Inclusion is more than just a buzzword - it's a crucial component of a thriving workplace. When individuals feel valued and supported at work, they're more engaged, productive, and committed to their jobs. However, creating a genuinely inclusive workplace takes effort and intentionality.In this episode, Dr. Steve Yacovelli, also known as "The Gay Leadership Dude," shares his insights on leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and LGBTQ+ workplace issues. Join us as we explore the crucial role that LGBTQ+ leadership and workplace inclusion play in creating a more equitable and thriving workplace for all.------------Full show notes, links to resources mentioned and other compelling episodes can be found at http://LeadYourGamePodcast.com. (Click magnifying icon at top right and type “Dr. Steve”)Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review and share! JUST FOR YOU: Increase your leadership acumen by identifying your personal Leadership Trigger. Take my free my free quiz and instantly receive your 5-page report . Need to up-level your workforce or execute strategic People initiatives? https://shockinglydifferent.com/contact or tweet @KaranRhodes.-------------ABOUT Dr. Steve Yakavelli:Steve Yacovelli has over 25 years of experience in leadership development and organizational effectiveness. He has worked with a diverse range of organizations, including Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. He is a recognized expert in LGBTQ+ leadership and has been featured in numerous publications and media outlets, including The Huffington Post, The Advocate, and The Wall Street Journal.In addition to his consulting work, Yacovelli is the author of the book "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle." He is a frequent keynote speaker and presenter at conferences and events focused on leadership development, diversity, and inclusion.WHAT TO LISTEN FOR:1. Workplace inclusion2. Leadership failures3. How to excel in your corporate and personal lives as a leader?4. How can leaders address negative comments in a neutral tone?5. LGBTQ+ leadership and workplace issuesFEATURED TIMESTAMPS:[02:53] Steve's upbringing and a synopsis of his professional experience.[11:05] What it takes to be a successful leader in corporate and personal life and how this applies to LGBTQ+ leadership.[20:08] Reflections on Steve's leadership failures[25:20] Signature Segment: Steve's LATTOYG Tactics of Choice[27:12] Queer leaders in the workplace are frequently targeted to lead Employee Resource Groups or be the spokesperson for a particular topic. How to avoid being constantly tapped for these roles so that they can enjoy their work without always having to carry the flag 24/7?[29:22] Signature Segment: Full Disclosure[36:30] Signature Segment: Karan's TakeMentioned in this episode:Episode Sponsor - NOTABLENOTABLE is a private network designed to support high-achieving, advanced-level leaders who are not yet in the C-Suite (Director/GM+), desiring to sharpen their leadership acumen, increase their network of strategic supporters and expand their capability for roles of broader scope and responsibility. http://JoinNotable.net

Members of San Diego's LGBTQ community are shaken after a shooting late Saturday night at a Colorado Springs nightclub left five people dead. Then, allegations regarding a San Diego County Public Defender supervisor's use of racist terminology are scheduled to be aired in Superior Court soon. And, the controversies surrounding the World Cup have made it hard for many fans to focus on the games being played. We'll hear from a San Diego-based reporter who's in Qatar. The University of California strike continues for its second week with 7,700 union members on strike at UC San Diego. Next, Another bad report for San Diego's ambulance provider. Falck is set to see fines after failing to meet response times and staffing goals again. Finally, our Midday Edition film critics highlight a movie they feel thankful for: “Tár.”

Dr. Steve Yacovelli ("The Gay Leadership Dude®") is the Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group (LLC) – a learning and development, leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA, with affiliates across the globe. Steve and TopDog have had the pleasure of working with some great client-partners they consider to be members of their "pack." He's worked with Fortune 500 greats like The Walt Disney Company, and Bayer to amazing not-for-profits like The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and The American Library Association; large universities like The Ohio State University and The University of Central Florida, to small entrepreneurial rock stars like International Training & Development and GovMojo, Inc. Steve and TopDog have thoroughly enjoyed helping their client-partners grow, develop, expand, and be successful with their corporate learning, change management, diversity and inclusion, and leadership consulting goodness. Steve is also an author and speaker. His latest book, "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle" ‘came out' in June 2019. With over twenty-five years of experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results. Oh, and he's quite fond of dogs, too.   TopDog Learning Group (LLC) topdoglearning.biz Book: Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle   Show hashtag: #TrinaTalk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trina-l-martin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinaTalk Instagram: @trina.l.martin  Twitter: @TrinaLMartin

How do you live with courage to become an everyday leader in your life? As an LGBTQ individual? As a Human? Let's ask Ash Beckham. She's got a new book at - https://www.amazon.com/Step-Up-Courage-Become-Everyday/dp/1683642783/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1652632089&sr=8-3 (Step Up: How To Live With Courage and Become an Everyday Leader), where she takes everything she's learned about leadership since her TEDx Talk "Coming Out of Your Closet" went viral, and distills it down in an easy to understand and apply way of being in life. https://www.amazon.com/Step-Up-Courage-Become-Everyday/dp/1683642783/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1652632089&sr=8-3 ()About Ash Ash Beckham is an inclusion activist whose TEDx Talk “Coming Out of Your Closet” became a viral sensation. Her intrepid, relatable, and intrinsically comical style has made her an in-demand speaker, including events at Microsoft, Lockheed Martin, Bank of America, and the keynote for the first LGBTQ Conference at Harvard University. Connect With Ash http://ashbeckham.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/ashbeckham/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/theashbeckham/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/ashbeckham (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/ash-beckham/ (LinkedIn) You can also listen to the podcast on… https://apple.co/2RBmUxZ ()https://bit.ly/2UxP9zN ()   https://spoti.fi/2JpvCfg ()https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/rick-clemons/the-coming-out-lounge ()   http://tun.in/pjtKR ()https://bit.ly/30kT4kL ()   https://bit.ly/2FVH55j ()  

Welcome to Reimagining Company Culture, a series discussing emerging trends and priorities shaping the future of workplace culture and employee wellbeing. We highlight thought leaders who are constantly evolving their strategy and can provide insight to folks about how to address new business challenges.  AllVoices is on a mission to create safe, happy, and healthy workplaces for all, and we're excited to learn from experts who share our mission.In this episode of Reimagining Company Culture, we're chatting with Arthur Woods, Co-Founder of Mathison, Social Entrepreneur, Author, LGBTQ+ Leader. Arthur is a social entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ leader, working at the intersection of equity, inclusion and technologyTune in to learn Arthur's thoughts on the different zones of psychological safety, examples of policies to reduce bias and increase accessibility, thoughts on including gender identity in the application process, and more!About AllVoicesIn today's workforce, people often don't feel empowered to speak up and voice their opinions about workplace issues, including harassment, bias, and other culture issues. This prevents company leadership from making necessary changes, and prevents people from feeling fulfilled, recognized, and included at work. At AllVoices, we want to change that by providing a completely safe, anonymous way for people to report issues directly to company leaders. This allows company leadership real transparency into what's happening in their companies—and the motivation to address issues quickly. Our goal is to help create safer, more inclusive companies.

Elise Malary, a beloved LGBTQ leader here in Chicago is missing and we need to take action. Africans and people of color are attempting to leave Ukraine and are being faced with racism. Tevin Campbell comes out but I thought he was out & we salute Ella Baker in our Women's Herstory Spotlight.  00:00 - Welcome & Intro 00:31 - The Qube Ad, The one and only app curating the best of BIPOC & QTPOC podcasts & music. Be the first to know when the app drops. Sign up for the newsletter at https://theqube.app 01:09 - Intro Music by Aina Bre'Yon 01:49 - Elise Malary, a beloved LGBTQ leader here in Chicago is missing and we need to take action 03:49 - Africans and people of color are attempting to leave Ukraine and are being faced with racism 04:30 - Tevin Campbell comes out but I thought he was out  05:15 - We salute Ella Baker for Women's Herstory Month 8:00 - Anna's Got A Word    Things for you to check out  Petition: Provide safe passage for Africans and all People of Colour out of Ukraine https://www.change.org/p/10downingstreet-provide-safe-passage-for-africans-and-all-people-of-colour-out-of-ukraine?recruiter=8602016  Gaye Magazine - Tevin Campbell Story https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca5zGW9MZJJ/?utm_medium=copy_link Ella Baker Center for Human Rights https://ellabakercenter.org The Story of Ella Baker (1981) https://youtu.be/mmCuRbpf8J0  Sweet honey in the rock - Ella's Song https://youtu.be/U6Uus--gFrc   About Queer News An intersectional approach to daily news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, entertainment and culture. Tune-in to reporting which centers & celebrates all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities. Hosted by Anna DeShawn. 7 minutes a day, 5 days a week, ready by 9 a.m. We want to hear from you. Tune in and tell us what you think. email us at info@e3radio.fm. follow anna deshawn on ig & twitter: @annadeshawn. and if you're interested in advertising with “queer news,” write to us at info@e3radio.fm.

Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast by Dr. Steve Yacovelli (AKA "The Gay Leadership Dude®") who is an award-winning author, speaker, and catalyst for inclusive leadership - in and out of the workplace.Dr. Steve Yacovelli is also an entrepreneur, having founded TopDog Learning Group, LLC in 2008, and a thought leader in leadership, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and change management.Steve and TopDog have worked with Fortune 500 greats like The Walt Disney Company and Bayer to amazing not-for-profits like The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to help clients to grow, develop, expand, and be successful with their corporate learning, change management and diversity and inclusion objectives.With over twenty-five years' experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results.Steve has also authored two books, including the award-winning "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle"Oh, and he's quite fond of dogs, too – more about that later in the show!In this “Championing Inclusivity” episode with Dr. Steve Yacovelli on The HR L&D Podcast, we also explore:How did you become known as "The Gay Leadership Dude?Whio are TopDog Learning Group, LLC?What has been your biggest failures and successes as a business owner?In your view what's the “secret” to great inclusive leadership?How can leaders make workplaces more inclusive?What is “the pack”?What has been unique about some of the organizational cultures you've worked in or with?How does one be more resilient in times of change?How can one be a more inclusive leader?What's your experience and perspective for LGBTQ+ Leadership?Tell us about your book "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle”Links highlighted in this “Championing Inclusivity” episode are included below:Dr. Steve Yacovelli's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/https://topdoglearning.learnworlds.com/thegayleadershipdudehttps://topdoglearning.learnworlds.com/homehttps://topdoglearning.learnworlds.com/courses

Dr Steven Yacovelli is the author of Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle.  Our conversation covered his take on diversity and inclusion and we took a close look at the six key areas he covers about leadership in his book.You can boost company productivity, avoid PR disasters, and build a thriving workplace that attracts the best talent by watching our webinar!

Bare with the ladies on this EXTENDED show, but there was a lot to unpack this past week in sports. Mo & Mel welcome friend & LGBTQ Leader in the Las Vegas & Nevada Community, André Wade. André Wade is the Nevada State Director or Silver State Equality. The ladies discuss with André the impact of the emails of former HC of the Raiders, Jon Gruden, his homophobic, sexist & racist language found in emails from 2011-2018. André not only speaks on the queer aspect but also black aspect, along with Mo. A informative & organic discussion that you don't want to miss. Mo & Mel also talk about the NHL Season Opener they attended between the Vegas Golden Knights & Seattle Kraken. Mo talks about her Birthday Raiders game she attended with a loss to the Bears, after initial emails of Gruden were reported. And Mel discusses the LV Aces game 5 loss to the Mercury, as well as her Seahawks detrimental injury to QB Russell Wilson. Plus Mo's Dodgers are headed into a crucial Game 5 in the NLDS, Kyrie Irving continues his stance on being unvaccinated & a 11th round KO by Tyson Fury. Of course the ladies discuss Sneaker Drops & #GirlPower and make their NFL Week 6 picks. You can reach André Wade here: Andre@silverstateequality.org Twitter: @Andre_in_Vegas We are #LIVE on Facebook LIVE each Wednesday through the GirlChatSports YouTube & Facebook & Twitter pages. Miss the LIVE show? Don't worry we can also be found on your favorite podcast app through our LinkTree link https://linktr.ee/girlchatsports and on 24/7 AM Radio Network Wednesday at 7pm PT/10pm ET. GirlChatSports is always looking for businesses or products to partner up with, send us an email, let's connect! We can't wait to hear from you! #Subscribe #Listen #Follow #Like & #Share Reach out to us on Social Media (Instagram & Twitter) or email GirlChatSports@gmail.com to give us your feedback and any topics you would like to have addressed. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/girlchatsports/support

What is Silent Collusion and How Will it Destroy Psychological Safety in Your Culture? Let's find out together. Our guest is Dr. Steve Yacovelli. . . . . . Dr. Steve Yacovelli is a highly in-demand diversity and inclusion, change management, and leadership expert. His consulting firm, TopDog Learning Group, works with both Fortune 500s and not-for-profit organizations to bring about a more inclusive and effective workplace. With over 25 years of experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Dr. Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results. He's worked with Fortune 500 greats like: The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The American Library Association, and large universities like The Ohio State University and The University of Central Florida. Steve is an award-winning author of Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle. More about Dr. Steve Yacovelli Website www.topdoglearning.biz Book: https://tinyurl.com/DrStevePride Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/ http://www.facebook.com/gayleadershipdude https://twitter.com/gayleadership https://www.instagram.com/thegayleadershipdude/ . . . . . . When you're curious about how to tap into what drives meaning in your life and create meaningful transformation in the lives you touch. Take a look at DovBaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can we understand how to navigate the waters of inclusion in a way that is genuinely inclusive, productive, respectful, and safe for all? Let's find out together. Our guest is Dr. Steve Yacovelli. . . . . . Dr. Steve Yacovelli is a highly in-demand diversity and inclusion, change management, and leadership expert. His consulting firm, TopDog Learning Group, works with both Fortune 500s and not-for-profit organizations to bring about a more inclusive and effective workplace. With over 25 years of experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Dr. Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results. He's worked with Fortune 500 greats like: The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The American Library Association, and large universities like The Ohio State University and The University of Central Florida. Steve is an award-winning author of Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle. More about Dr. Steve Yacovelli Website www.topdoglearning.biz Book: https://tinyurl.com/DrStevePride Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/ http://www.facebook.com/gayleadershipdude https://twitter.com/gayleadership https://www.instagram.com/thegayleadershipdude/ . . . . . . When you're curious about how to tap into what drives meaning in your life and create meaningful transformation in the lives you touch. Take a look at DovBaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DR. STEVE YACOVELLI  ("THE GAY LEADERSHIP DUDE®") is an award-winning author, speaker, and catalyst for inclusive leadership in and out of the workplace.  He's an entrepreneur, having founded TopDog Learning Group, LLC in 2008, and a thought leader in leadership, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and change management.   Steve and TopDog have worked with well-known clients like The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and others.  Steve enjoys  helping his client-partners grow, develop, expand, and become  successful with such areas as corporate learning, change management, diversity and inclusion, and leadership consulting.   With over twenty-five years' experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results.  Steve is the Author of the award-winning book,: "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle".  He received his Doctorate in Education in Instructional Technology & Distance Education from Nova Southeastern University.  Go to :  https://topdog.click/podcast: This will take you to Steve's Opt-In page where you will be able to get a free sample of Steve's  award-winning book, "Pride Leadership" (PDF and Audiobook versions!) as well as get to my main page, www.topdoglearning.biz.  

DR. STEVE YACOVELLI  ("THE GAY LEADERSHIP DUDE®") is an award-winning author, speaker, and catalyst for inclusive leadership in and out of the workplace.  He's an entrepreneur, having founded TopDog Learning Group, LLC in 2008, and a thought leader in leadership, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and change management.   Steve and TopDog have worked with well-known clients like The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and others.  Steve enjoys  helping his client-partners grow, develop, expand, and become  successful with such areas as corporate learning, change management, diversity and inclusion, and leadership consulting.   With over twenty-five years' experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results.  Steve is the Author of the award-winning book,: "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle".  He received his Doctorate in Education in Instructional Technology & Distance Education from Nova Southeastern University.   Go to :  https://topdog.click/podcast: This will take you to Steve's Opt-In page where you will be able to get a free sample of Steve's  award-winning book, "Pride Leadership" (PDF and Audiobook versions!) as well as get to my main page, www.topdoglearning.biz.    

In this episode of OutBüro Voices featuring LGBTQ professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from around the world, host Dennis Velco chats with the United Nation's LGBTQ+ personnel leader Gurchaten "Nanoo" Sandhu. His reach incorporates 70 UN organizations in a unique personnel bargaining way. This is just the text description is just a brief overview, so be sure to listen or watch and post any questions you might have for Nanoo in the comments. Nanoo who is a British citizen by birth, his parent immigrated comes from Northern Indian with Punjabi heritage and a with a Seik spiritual upbringing. See the separate short video of our discussion on being LGBTQ and Sikh by upbringing and faith which was an educational lesson for me. Nanoo, which is what people close to him call him, started out as an intern at the United Nations. When he arrived in Switzerland 15 years ago it was just for that 6-month internship. Yet he hasn't left - other than for holiday. He converted to a full-time employee of the United Nations International Labor Organization (ILO) in where he's had the opportunity to work on the policy of international labor rights and equality. His early career at the United Nations was fraught with homophobia and being specifically told by another gay colleague to stay in the closet, this is not a place you will thrive and be out as gay. Like all organizations, change happens over time. One of the additional challenges of working at the United Nations as personnel is that all policies and benefits for each of the 70 organizations are reviewed and fate determined by its operational board which consists of the member state/country representatives. So, if those happen to be countries that criminalize same-gender relationships, it can be difficult to achieve complete LGBTQ inclusive policies and benefits in those organizations. As Nanno described, the United Nations GLOBE is quite interesting. It is not a traditional Employee Resource Group like what is found in many for-profit companies around the developed world. It operates on a completely voluntary basis with ZERO funding from the United Nations or any of its 70 organizations. It is a personnel lead, managed, and self-funded organization. It operates somewhere between an employee resource group and a staff bargaining union. Anytime there is any discussion of human resource policy or benefits within any of the UN 70 organizations, the UN GLOBE demands a seat at the table to ensure for the benefit of all personnel that the needs of LGBTQ personnel are addressed, often to the benefit of their heteronormative colleagues as well. Being a truly global organization has presented many challenges. For example, when a staffer is offered a post in a country that is not LGBTQ+ friendly or it is criminalized in the potential destination country, what are the options the UN can achieve. In some cases, if the staffer chooses not to take the assignment it can be a career-limiting choice. We all have tough choices to make, but living as one's authentic self as safely as possible is of course the best choice. There will be other job advancement opportunities in the future. I am fascinated by this model and feel it can be an inspiration to others. Regardless of the employer's buy-in, organize, educate, connect, and create change on your terms. Your and the UN Globe are an inspiration. Join me and Nanoo on OutBüro, the LGBTQ professional and entrepreneur online community network for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, allies, and our employers who support LGBTQ welcoming workplace equality-focused benefits, policies, and business practices. https://www.OutBuro.com Would you like to be featured like this? Contact the host Dennis Velco. https://outburo.com/profile/dennisvelco/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/outburo/message

What is Silent Collusion and How Will it Destroy Psychological Safety in Your Culture? Let's find out together. Our guest is Dr. Steve Yacovelli. . . . . . Dr. Steve Yacovelli is a highly in-demand diversity and inclusion, change management, and leadership expert. His consulting firm, TopDog Learning Group, works with both Fortune 500s and not-for-profit organizations to bring about a more inclusive and effective workplace. With over 25 years of experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Dr. Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results. He's worked with Fortune 500 greats like: The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The American Library Association, and large universities like The Ohio State University and The University of Central Florida. Steve is an award-winning author of Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle. More about Dr. Steve Yacovelli Website www.topdoglearning.biz Book: https://tinyurl.com/DrStevePride Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/ http://www.facebook.com/gayleadershipdude https://twitter.com/gayleadership https://www.instagram.com/thegayleadershipdude/ . . . . . . When you're curious about how to tap into what drives meaning in your life and create meaningful transformation in the lives you touch. Take a look at DovBaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can we understand how to navigate the waters of inclusion in a way that is genuinely inclusive, productive, respectful, and safe for all?  Let's find out together. Our guest is Dr. Steve Yacovelli. . . . . . Dr. Steve Yacovelli is a highly in-demand diversity and inclusion, change management, and leadership expert. His consulting firm, TopDog Learning Group, works with both Fortune 500s and not-for-profit organizations to bring about a more inclusive and effective workplace. With over 25 years of experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Dr. Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results. He's worked with Fortune 500 greats like: The Walt Disney Company, Bayer, The American Library Association, and large universities like The Ohio State University and The University of Central Florida. Steve is an award-winning author of Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle. More about Dr. Steve Yacovelli Website www.topdoglearning.biz Book: https://tinyurl.com/DrStevePride Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/ http://www.facebook.com/gayleadershipdude https://twitter.com/gayleadership https://www.instagram.com/thegayleadershipdude/ . . . . . . When you're curious about how to tap into what drives meaning in your life and create meaningful transformation in the lives you touch. Take a look at DovBaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Steve and I had a great conversation about what diversity and inclusion means and why it is needed. Dr. Steve Yacovelli (a.k.a. “The Gay Leadership Dude®”) is an expert in diversity and inclusion, change management, and leadership. His consulting firm, TopDog Learning Group, works with both Fortune 500s and not-for-profit organizations to bring about a more inclusive and effective workplace. An award-winning author, speaker, and catalyst, Steve and his pack of TopDoggers' not-so-hidden agenda is to make the world a bit more inclusive for us all. You can find Dr. Steve Yacovelli here: http://topdog.click/podcast Free gift: Free + just pay shipping, "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle" ... http://topdog.click/freeship You can find your host Larissa Russell here: Website: www.queervoicez.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/QueerVoicez Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queervoicez/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/queervoicez/support

David talks to returning guest Von Gray about her journey as a gay leader in the UK and New Zealand military and what we could all be doing to create work environments of inclusion

Dr Steve Yacovelli, aka "The Gay Leadership Dude", literally wrote the book on leadership in a diverse workplace - "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle".  Today, Jackie and Steve talk about his experience leading multi-cultural teams on Disney Cruises, the Pulse Massacre and how that brought his hometown Orlando together, and the 5 layers of diversity.MOP+SAM, Inclusive Language to Beat Silent CollusionTop Dog Learning GroupDiversity Beyond the Checkbox is presented by The Diversity Movement and hosted by Jackie Ferguson. For more information including the latest webinars and other DEI content, head over to TheDiversityMovement.com. Podcast production by Earfluence.

EP39: PRIDE LEADERSHIP: How to Be a More Inclusive Leader & Create a Culture Where People Can Belong with Steve Yacovelli   In this episode you're going to hear some amazing tips and processes to help anyone who is seeking to be a leader or identifies as one to learn to develop competencies and traits a leader should have and the most important trait every effective leader should hold.    One of the many important takeaways from this episodes is for people who are looking to a strong leader and one who is truly inclusive, you must    Think In Speak Up Act Out   Listen in for more on this throughout our conversations and in the book.    For Millennials, there are some great points on how to be a leader when you're struggling. One of the strategies is to not amp up your leadership courage (this is part of a chapter in the book), but to think how you're engaging and listening to your leader and them doing the same to you!    At the core of being a successful inclusive leader you should develop the following 6 competencies one at a time:   Authenticity Courage Empathy Communication Culture   Leadership is all about building relationships. Relationships are built through communication, but also have the courage to talk about things that make us uncomfortable. That courage will help establish trust.    At the very root of that foundation leadership in its most purest form is TRUST!   Effective listening is also a critical foundation to be able to support others in various landscapes of the workplace. To be a better leader you need to be an ally to somebody, show up for them. Look for ways to be a champion for others.    Steve's Book: Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ + Leader to Be The King or Queen of their Jungle give Queer people who are often identified as other an opportunity to show up in many spaces and demonstrate leadership. It allows those seeking to be strong leaders a way to learn and take action on developing the 6 foundational competencies of leadership.    The book is intended to be read but also asking the reader to actively participate and take action while reading and learning. It is a guide that includes a workbook to help anyone grow as a leader.    To purchase the book you can go to: https://www.amazon.com/Pride-Leadership-Strategies-Leader-Jungle/dp/1946384674/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1EDKNI6Y4OK29&dchild=1&keywords=steve+yacovelli&qid=1606894877&sprefix=Steve+Yaco%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1 About Steve Dr. Steve Yacovelli (a.k.a. “The Gay Leadership DudeTM”) is Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC, a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, Florida, USA but with affiliates (“TopDoggers”) throughout the Globe.   Steve and TopDog provide guidance and solutions in leadership and organizational development, change management, diversity and inclusion consulting, instructional design, and custom e-learning creation. Whether it be through providing keynotes and facilitating leadership development programs for Fortune 500 companies like The Walt Disney Company, Bayer AG, or accenture, to providing one-on-one coaching experiences for groups like IBM, Covestro, and The Public Library Association, or creating engaging, effective training solutions for various delivery formats for folks like Tupperware Brands Corporation, The Ohio State University, and The Bill & MelindaGates Foundation, Steve is passionate about helping others be their best selves, in and out of the workplace. Steve holds a B.S. in Public Relations from Millersville University of Pennsylvania, an M.A. in Educational Policy & Leadership Development from The Ohio State University, and an Ed.D. in Instructional Technology & Distance Education from Nova Southeastern University. A published author, Steve has written books and articles on a variety of topics: from how adults learn and communicate using technology to how to design effective training solutions for the modern, adult learner in the 21st century workplace to the impact of unconscious bias within organizations and how it can undermine organizational effectiveness. His current, award-winning and critically acclaimed book, “Pride Leadership: Strategies for LGBTQ+ Professionals to be the King or Queen of their Jungle” “came out” in June 2019.   Steve is passionate about workplace equality, and specifically how leaders can be more “consciously inclusive” to foster a feeling of inclusion and belonging for all team members. His signature keynote, “Being a Consciously Inclusive Leader,” has won praise for its engaging, approachable, and memorable way to think about unconscious bias in the workplace. But don't think he's just an academic nerd: Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory, his experience in a variety of public and private settings and applying this knowledge to the client's workplace to achieve better results. (Oh, and he's pretty good with dogs, too!). steve@topdoglearning.biz.   To find Steve you can head over to his website: topdoglearing.biz and purchase the book from there too! You can also find him on Instagram @thegayleadershipdude   BEFORE  YOU GO: Are You Looking for Some FREE Coaching?  Let's setup a free 30 minute coaching call to get you on the right path. Email us at hello@coachingwithjosemiguel.com, slide into our DM's on Instagram and Facebook @josemiguellongo We have a coaching package for everyone's needs! Be sure to visit the website: http://www.coachingwithjosemiguel.com  Don't forget to join the Facebook Community for more content and great conversations:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/LifeandBusinessCoachingforMillennials If you like this episode please leave us a review. It would mean the world. Also let us know what else you want to learn or hear. Xo, José Miguel   #diversity #inclusion #pride #LGBTQ+ #DEI #belong #courage

This #HumanizeTheWorkplace episode is about how self-awareness can create belonging. Go to https://bit.ly/htwnews to receive bi-weekly updates on humanizing the workplace. You are welcome to ask questions or share your tips during this live conversation which is being broadcasted on LinkedIn, Twitter/Periscope, Youtube & Facebook at the same time. John Carlson is the founder of JD Consults. John is passionate about people and helping them not only succeed but THRIVE within their organization. Bev Attfield cares about the experience people have at work and how leaders can craft and nurture engaging and inclusive workplaces. Dr. Steve Yacovelli also known as "The Gay Leadership Dude™" and author of "Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle". Benjamin Reitzammer is an experienced technologist who leads organizations to high performance by nurturing human connections and enabling strong collaboration. Host: Vivian Acquah As a Workplace Wellness & Amplify DEI Advocate, I advise managers on how to keep their team members engaged, energized, and safe by combining workplace wellness with DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion). I am also a

In this episode of OutBüro Voices featuring LGBTQ professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from around the world, host Dennis Velco chats with Steve Yacovelli: Developing LGBT Leaders with The Gay Leadership Dude. As an out, LGBT entrepreneur business owner Steve Yacovelli has dealt with many facets of growing and sustaining a business. Focusing on what he is passionate about that drives education and growth for individuals and organizations in an authoritative yet approachable way. Leveraging his 25+ years of experience as a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consultant to cultivating our collective leadership awesomeness. His book, “Pride Leadership,” is one of the first to focus on developing leadership talent specifically for the LGBTQ+ Community and its Allies. It's time to channel those qualities into being a more effective and consciously inclusive leader within the workplace and beyond. About The Gay Leadership Dude He realized that there was no focus on specifically developing LGBTQ+ Leaders within the corporate world beyond some a patchwork of effort and not necessarily a cohesive focus or movement. So, “The Gay Leadership Dude” was born. It's his way to give back to the LGBTQ+ Community: to start a movement to grow LGBTQ+ Leaders to be even more effective, in a consistent, thoughtful, and mindful manner. He is especially focused on those up-and-coming Leaders within the broader movement for equality and fairness for all LGBTQ+ people and well beyond. Pride Leadership: Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King or Queen of their Jungle Critically-acclaimed and award-winning book for LGBTQ+ Leaders and Allies to help expand their leadership skills to better explore what's working and reflect on what could be improved upon. “Pride Leadership” provides the strategies and tools to build a network of leadership support. It's the start of an “LGBTQ+ Leadership Movement” to cultivate and grow leadership competencies. www.SteveOnAmazon.com The L.I.O.N.S. Program – A Leaders Immersive Opportunity to Nurture Strength A 6-month learning experience that leverages online learning tools along with face-to-face virtual classroom sessions and self-paced learning. The program takes Leaders on a deep- dive into 6 related areas of competency ✦ Having Authenticity ✦ Leadership Courage ✦ Leveraging Empathy ✦ Effective Communication ✦ Building Relationships ✦ Shaping Culture Over the course of the 6-month program, participants have the opportunity to explore each topic in a way that deepens their understanding and application of the leadership skills, apply the skill, and hone its effectiveness in their workplace. www.PrideLeadership.com We Help Humans Succeed TopDog Learning Group provides guidance and solutions in leadership & organizational development, change management, diversity and inclusion consulting, and workplace learning strategies. To connect with Steve find him on OutBüro here. https://outburo.com/profile/syacovelli/ Join me and Steve on OutBüro, the LGBTQ professional and entrepreneur online community network for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, allies and our employers who support LGBTQ welcoming workplace equality focused benefits, policies, and business practices. https://www.OutBuro.com Would you like to be featured like this? Contact the host Dennis Velco. https://outburo.com/profile/dennisvelco/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/outburo/message

Dr. Steve Yacovelli, aka the gay leadership dude, is the Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC. Steve's company is a global consulting practice based in Orlando, FL specializing in human learning and performance. Steve is also the author of Pride Leadership, Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King, or Queen of their Jungle.

Dr. Steve Yacovelli, aka the gay leadership dude, is the Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC. Steve's company is a global consulting practice based in Orlando, FL specializing in human learning and performance. Steve is also the author of Pride Leadership, Strategies for the LGBTQ+ Leader to be the King, or Queen of their Jungle.