Rethinc Podcast

When Opposites Attract w/ Kenan Bishop and Dr. John E. Deasy

May 31, 2023 Rethinc Inc. Season 1 Episode 13
Rethinc Podcast
When Opposites Attract w/ Kenan Bishop and Dr. John E. Deasy
Show Notes

In this episode, Kate is joined by co-founder, Kenan Bishop and founding partner, Dr. John E. Deasy to discuss the lines of differences within Rethinc and how they use these differences for good.


This intimate conversation unveils what it really means to be in a harmonious relationship at work.


Tune in to dive deep with Kate who facilitates this eye-opening conversation between two colleagues so that you may readjust how you show up in relationships at work to be more aligned. 


Key points that are explored:

1:00– Personal responsibility, organizational wellness, and change opportunity

3:48– Identity markers

6:48– Humor fosters connection

9:22– Trends within organizations who’re committed to the work

15:02– Training vs sitting in space together

21:12– The work doesn’t always start with the CEO

26:35– The ups and downs of hiring a DEI facilitator 

32:05– The frequent disconnect between a leadership department and a DEI department

36:05– How to shift the disconnect

40:44– Learning how to communicate differently

45:57– “Picking one’s own cotton”

54:26– “It’s highly irresponsible to think I can do this work alone”


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