EP121: Your Queer Career: Workplace Advice with Dr. Steve Yacovelli, "The Gay Leadership Dude‪"‬ Coaching for Millennials: A How to Guide for All Things Life & Career | Helping People Design their Career & Life Roadmap By

EP121: Your Queer Career: Workplace Advice with Dr. Steve Yacovelli, ”The Gay Leadership Dude”

Summary

In this conversation, Dr. Steve Yacovelli, also known as the Gay Leadership Dude, discusses his new book ’Your Queer Career’ and how it builds upon his previous book ’Pride Leadership’. He explains that ’Your Queer Career’ is a collection of real questions he has received from queer and ally leaders, and he provides strategies and advice for navigating various workplace situations. The book is organized around the six competencies of authenticity, courage, empathy, communication, relationships, and culture. Dr. Yacovelli emphasizes that the book is not only for queer individuals, but also for allies who want to be better leaders and better understand the LGBTQ+ community. In this conversation, Dr. Steve Yacovelli discusses his book ’Pride Leadership’ and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. They explore the importance of authenticity, courage, empathy, communication, relationship-building, and culture in leadership. They also discuss the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace and the need for more inclusive leadership. Dr. Yacovelli shares personal experiences and highlights the significance of creating safe spaces for queer individuals to discuss their career experiences. The conversation concludes with information on how to connect with Dr. Yacovelli and access his resources.

Keywords

queer career, leadership, workplace, authenticity, courage, empathy, communication, relationships, culture, Pride Leadership, LGBTQ+, authenticity, courage, empathy, communication, relationship-building, culture, inclusive leadership, workplace challenges, safe spaces