Balancing Life's Issues Season 2: This Is Your Job Now
Wendy Wollner
47 episodes
1 week ago
This Is Your Job Now
Season 2 of Balancing Life’s Issues the Podcast
Because leadership means showing up—especially when it’s uncomfortable.
Hosted by Wendy Wollner, CEO of Balancing Life’s Issues, This Is Your Job Now helps leaders navigate the hardest parts of managing humans—burnout, mental health, DEI fatigue, grief, and more. With expert voices, real stories, and zero corporate jargon, this show asks the only question that matters: Why should you care?
If you’re leading people today, this is already your job.
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This Is Your Job Now
Season 2 of Balancing Life’s Issues the Podcast
Because leadership means showing up—especially when it’s uncomfortable.
Hosted by Wendy Wollner, CEO of Balancing Life’s Issues, This Is Your Job Now helps leaders navigate the hardest parts of managing humans—burnout, mental health, DEI fatigue, grief, and more. With expert voices, real stories, and zero corporate jargon, this show asks the only question that matters: Why should you care?
If you’re leading people today, this is already your job.
Balancing Life's Issues Season 2: This Is Your Job Now
13 minutes 46 seconds
8 months ago
The Power & Persistence of DEI with Ruchi Jalla
In this thought-provoking episode of Balancing Life’s Issues, Wendy Wollner sits down with Ruchi Jalla, a leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), to explore the challenges and triumphs of integrating DEI into organizational culture, particularly in the healthcare sector.Ruchi shares her personal journey into DEI, the misconceptions that often lead to resistance, and the resilience required to push forward in a politically charged climate. She highlights why DEI is essential for both business success and societal progress, emphasizing that the work must continue despite setbacks.From tackling healthcare disparities to navigating polarized conversations, this episode delivers powerful insights, practical strategies, and a message of hope for anyone committed to making workplaces and communities more inclusive.Key Takeaways* DEI must be woven into all aspects of an organization, not just a stand-alone initiative.* Healthcare disparities inspired Ruchi to join Elevance Health and advocate for inclusion.* Misconceptions about DEI often lead to pushback, but education can bridge the gap.* Navigating polarized conversations requires finding common ground and leading with empathy.* The current political climate challenges DEI initiatives, but resilience is key.* Successful DEI work leads to stronger organizations, better customer satisfaction, and increased profitability.Sound Bites* "The resistance is not new."* "We are in a polarized situation."* "I can wait you out."Listen Now & Join the ConversationListen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/44_JFB0KSl4?si=2Ga3MKH_8bvtd_kN (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyH-PVyIdB0ce0tFo8PTayIH5Gd1wcpBm)Podcast Link: https://pod.link/1672656705 (https://pod.link/1672656705)Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/balancing-lifes-issues/id1672656705 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/balancing-lifes-issues/id1672656705)More from Balancing Life’s IssuesSubscribe and follow BLI wherever you listen to podcasts: https://pod.link/1672656705 (https://pod.link/1672656705)Check out our other BLI produced shows: https://balancinglifesissues.com/podcast-bli/ (https://balancinglifesissues.com/podcast-bli/)Connect with your host Wendy: wendy@balancinglifesissues.com (mailto:wendy@balancinglifesissues.com)Connect with producer Kai: kai@balancinglifesissues.com (mailto:kai@balancinglifesissues.com)
Balancing Life's Issues Season 2: This Is Your Job Now
This Is Your Job Now
Season 2 of Balancing Life’s Issues the Podcast
Because leadership means showing up—especially when it’s uncomfortable.
Hosted by Wendy Wollner, CEO of Balancing Life’s Issues, This Is Your Job Now helps leaders navigate the hardest parts of managing humans—burnout, mental health, DEI fatigue, grief, and more. With expert voices, real stories, and zero corporate jargon, this show asks the only question that matters: Why should you care?
If you’re leading people today, this is already your job.
