Yasmin Davidds, president & CEO of Dr. Yasmin Davidds Leadership Institute and Multicultural Women's Executive Leadership Institute advocates for a leadership approach called "graciously assertive," which blends self-advocacy with empathy for others. Dr. Yasmin outlines eight pillars crucial for effective leadership, emphasizing practical methods like gratitude lists and self-awareness exercises to foster personal growth. Central to her philosophy is "graciously assertive" communication, combining assertiveness with grace to achieve collaborative outcomes. Yasmin discusses how this approach can transform workplace dynamics, emphasizing empathy and mutual understanding in both professional and personal relationships. She also addresses challenges faced by women, particularly women of color, advocating for gratitude and empathy to navigate biases effectively. Yasmin promotes moral leadership aligned with personal values, stressing genuine inclusion and the importance of mindsets like gratitude and growth for continuous personal and professional development.Resources:Connect with Hunter Hastings on LinkedIn Connect Yasmin Davidds on LinkedInYasmin Davidds Website: dryasmininstitute.comTo download the book: Graciously AssertiveShow Notes:0:00 | Intro00:46 | Yasmin’s Point of View: Being a Better Human Being02:37 | Graciously Assertive: Eight Pillars04:13 | First Pillar: Self-Awareness06:50 | Second Pillar: Social Awareness08:23 | Third Pillar: Empathy09:52 | Fourth Pillar: Self-Regulation 11:45 | Fifth Pillar: Self-Compassion12:17 | Zero Tolerance for Judgement13:37 | Most Empowering: Pillar of Gratitude16:37 | Eight Pillar: Healthy Boundaries 18:20 | Assertive or Graciously Assertive Communication23:45 | Empowering Women in Diverse Challenges26:42 | Moral Leadership30:50 | Find the Barriers and Remove Them32:49 | Mindset35:13 | Inclusion38:13 | How does Yasmin teach?40:19 | Wrap-Up

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