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 LinkedIn Yasmin Davidds Website: dryasmininstitute.com To download the book: Graciously Assertive Show Notes: 0:00 | Intro 00:46 | Yasmin’s Point of View: Being a Better Human Being 02:37 | Graciously Assertive: Eight Pillars 04:13 | First Pillar: Self-Awareness 06:50 | Second Pillar: Social Awareness 08:23 | Third Pillar: Empathy 09:52 | Fourth Pillar: Self-Regulation 11:45 | Fifth Pillar: Self-Compassion 12:17 | Zero Tolerance for Judgement 13:37 | Most Empowering: Pillar of Gratitude 16:37 | Eight Pillar: Healthy Boundaries 18:20 | Assertive or Graciously Assertive Communication 23:45 | Empowering Women in Diverse Challenges 26:42 | Moral Leadership 30:50 | Find the Barriers and Remove Them 32:49 | Mindset 35:13 | Inclusion 38:13 | How does Yasmin teach? 40:19 | Wrap-Up
