Dr. Marisol Capellan Discusses Her Book On Leadership And Equity

In this episode of Dr. B Show, Dr. B is joined with Dr. Marisol Capellan,an author, speaker, and advocate for increasing the representation of women in the workplace. She holds a doctorate in higher education leadership and is passionate about inclusive leadership and personal power. Dr. Capellan's book, "Leadership is a Responsibility," explores the experiences of black women and Afro Latinas in the workplace and addresses the importance of equity and responsible leadership.

Dr. Marisol Capellan discusses her book, "Leadership is a Responsibility," and the importance of inclusive leadership and personal power. She shares her own experiences as a black Hispanic woman in academia and the workplace, highlighting the challenges faced by minorities. Dr. Capellan emphasizes the need for transformational and responsible leadership that promotes equity and psychological safety. She also discusses the importance of allyship with action and the impact of intersectional identities on leadership.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Education is crucial for social mobility and should be accessible to all, regardless of background.
Transformational leadership should be combined with responsible leadership to create positive change and promote equity.
Allyship with action is essential for creating an inclusive workplace and advocating for marginalized groups.
Diverse representation in leadership positions should extend beyond surface-level diversity to include power and decision-making authority.

QUOTES

"We need transformational leadership, but also responsible leadership, inclusive leadership, and leaders that promote psychological safety."
"Allyship with action, with action that leads to change, is important."
"You need to know yourself, know the environment, and understand the power of leadership to be a great leader."
"If you're diverse at the bottom but lack diversity in power and decision-making, you're not being inclusive or equitable."

You can learn more about Dr. Marisol Capellan in the links below.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisolcapellan/

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