Episode 27: Defining Our Scope of Influence in a Time of Overwhelm

We are in a time where the pace of change is unprecedented and it’s hard to tune out the news because we’re inundated with everything all the time. How do we decide what to focus on, what our scope of influence is and work within the parameters our own nervous system can handle? Join Anima CEO and author Annahid Dashtgard as she walks us through how we can define our energy, work, informational and advocacy limits to maximize our impact and sustain ourselves over the long term.

Episode 26: Shifting Beyond “Neutral” Leadership During This Politically Divisive Era

How do leaders navigate their teams and organizations in a world where conspiracy theories, “alternate” facts and straightforward lies fill our airwaves and influence our collective thinking? How do we parse out the truth and build a cohesive team culture, and not fall into disunity and despair? Join Anima co-founder Shakil Choudhury as we explore this important topic that threatens not just our organizational lives, but the very fabric that holds democratic societies together. This topic is especially timely as the cafe will take place in the aftermath of the US election.

Episode 25: The Need and Limits of Psychological Safety in the Workplace

In our new Fall Series: Tools for Compassion & Justice Leadership Series , we explore how we can further integrate equity into the workplace. Psychological safety of employees is essential, a workplace is not a therapeutic space…and learning to hold the tension between personal-professional is a key leadership capacity.

Episode 20: Inclusive Leadership for Polarizing Times

Shakil Choudhury and Dawn Menken discuss how to overcome political polarization and become inclusive leaders. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your impact and navigate the complexities of today’s political landscape with confidence and compassion.

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