Episode 201: Biased by Jennifer L. Eberhardt - Creating Your Own Table!

Discussion Topic: Quit Fighting for a Seat at Someone Else’s Table, Create Your Own Instead!

Book Title: Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes the Way We See, Think, and Do by Jennifer L. Eberhard

In episode 201 of YOML, we dive deep into 'Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice that Shapes the Way We See, Think, and Do' by Jennifer L. Eberhardt. The book explores unconscious bias and its impact on our interactions with different races, colors, and sizes. Join us as we discuss the importance of recognizing and overcoming these biases. Our conversation also highlights how focusing on meaningful work and relationships can lead to building your own ecosystem, rather than trying to change others. Listen in as we share personal reflections, the role of diversity, and the importance of staying true to your core values.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Milestone

00:15 Book Introduction: Biased by Jennifer L. Eberhardt

00:52 Personal Connection and Experience

02:01 Understanding Unconscious Bias

03:14 Challenges of Changing Societal Constructs

04:35 Creating Your Own Ecosystem

05:50 Reflections on Core Values

08:21 Philosophy and Core Values

13:46 Diversity, Inclusion, and Personal Values

16:10 Respecting Different Cultures and Values

18:29 The Futility of Fighting Corporate Values

19:03 Embracing Individual Differences

19:41 The Problem with Imposing Values

21:03 Finding Meaningful Relationships

22:46 The Core Values Quest

27:23 Exploring Diversity

32:10 Forced Diversity vs. Organic Diversity

33:25 Conclusion: Building Your Own World

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