{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Behind the Armor","title":"The Power of Inclusion & Storytelling | Joey Aviles ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2972,"description":"Joey Aviles is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and thought leader specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion. With years of experience leading executive leadership programs for the U.S. Department of Defense, Joey has guided top leaders in developing inclusive workplace cultures. On this week’s episode of Behind the Armor, Joey sits down with Judd to talk about how embracing diversity can really only start when we choose to become “fluent in human.” Together the two discuss the importance of early childhood exposure to diverse cultures, the role of vulnerability in leadership, and how organizations can create inclusive environments. \nLessons from the Episode: \nInclusion starts with awareness: Leaders must first understand themselves before they can create an inclusive culture.\nStorytelling bridges differences: Sharing and listening to stories fosters empathy and deeper workplace connections.\nVulnerability is a leadership strength: Showing authenticity encourages others to open up and fosters trust.\nPsychological safety boosts innovation: Employees perform best when they feel safe sharing ideas and taking risks.\nFrontline voices matter: Inclusion isn’t just about top-down leadership—frontline workers should have a say in decisions.\nLearn more about Joey and get connected on his website: https://www.joeyaviles.com/. \n00:00:00 - The Power of Feedback in Leadership\n00:02:38 - Teaching Diversity and Inclusion to Children\n00:10:29 - Seeing Diversity Through New Eyes\n00:16:14 - Storytelling as a Leadership Superpower\n00:24:22 - Creating Psychological Safety in Workplaces\n00:30:17 - Leadership Awareness and Inclusion Strategies\n00:37:45 - Bridging the Gap Between Leadership and Frontline Workers\n00:43:29 - Measuring Inclusion and Employee Perspectives\n00:45:54 - Receiving and Reacting to Feedback as a Leader\n00:48:56 - The Lifelong Process of Growth and Inclusion\nFollow me:\nInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/juddshawofficial/\nLinkedin -...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/tr9Q96z1rZopXCilUbX8sIY0yjNN2bmoGksGjvnwyUQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84Mzc4/MDFhYmNjMmQ3Mjg5/MzNlNjY1YzFlNzE5/N2RkOS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}