Leading for Belonging | Aiko Bethea

What does it take to lead for belonging?

Leading for belonging requires a deep commitment to self-reflection, an alignment between values and actions, and actively building accountable spaces. Rather than treating DEI as a separate ‘above-and-beyong’ goal, leaders should focus on their impact, redistribute the burden of equity-related initiatives, and ensure that accountability is paired with authority.

On this episode of Just One Q, Dominique chats with guest Aiko Bethea, a DEI expert, certified executive coach, and former attorney with a passion for justice and equity. She’s the founder of RARE Coaching & Consulting and works with notable organizations including the Brené Brown Education and Research Group. They discuss the pushback against DEI rooted in scarcity, binaries, and individualism, and present self-reflection and accountable spaces as a powerful and necessary antidote.

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