Beyond Discomfort

Nadia Nagamootoo is a Chartered Psychologist, accredited coach, MBA and Founder of Avenir, a DEI consultancy. Through her multiple keynotes and popular podcast show, Why Care?, Nadia has become a profound thought leader in DEI, guiding organizations on an accelerated path to creating inclusion and belonging.Nadia continues to be publicly recognized for her passion, drive and thought-leadership, and was listed as HR Most Influential Thinker 2023 and awarded HR Champion of the Year at the European Diversity Awards 2023.

A thought provoking offering that is well written, highly personal and engaging at every turn of the page...Nadia’s greatest secret is her use of story telling. Leveraging this skill, she provides example after example..to provide an engaging narrative to illustrate her points, and making the book a great read...This book is a timely reminder we need to do more as leaders, coaches and colleagues to create workplaces where everyone is not only included, but places where everyone can thrive. - Jonathan Passmore, Henley Business School Professor, LinkedInI cannot recommend this book highly enough for anyone in a leadership role, and for those who coach and work with leaders on their development. - Dr Hayley Lewis, Chartered Coaching Psychologist, LinkedInA compelling read for those seeking to excel in diverse social landscapes and move beyond traditional social structures. - Elena Amber, bestselling author of The Gift of SensitivityIn an industry and space that is constantly facing backlash, this book will serve as a benchmark for many other DEI practitioners, and leaders, to help us all drive true change, and feel less alone! - Amazon 5*A fresh and thought-provoking approach to inclusive leadership offering a clear and pragmatic 'Way of Being' framework grounded in psychological theories. It is inspiring as well as practical. - Amazon 5*Consciously inclusive leaders understand that internal, organisational structures cannot help but be influenced by the wider world and systemic imprinting of what is regarded as "normal". It takes courage to break through norms which lead to some people being marginalised, ignored and/or mistreated. Are you willing to better understand and lean into the discomfort of inclusive leadership? Then I'd certainly recommend Beyond Discomfort - Jiten Patel, Conscious Inclusion Thought Leader, LinkedIn

• Praise for Beyond DiscomfortTitle PageCopyright PageDedicationContentsForewordIntroduction An ontological approach to diversity, equity and inclusionA new lens on inclusive leadershipHow to use this book Chapter 1: Guiding forces of inclusion Current-day livingHitting the bottom lineParenting and caringThe next generationsThe future of workChapter summaryQuestions of discomfort Chapter 2: Disconcerted It isn’t fairMeritocracy… or mirrortocracyThe dirty word: privilegeFear of acknowledging privilegeFear of changeExpanding this Way of BeingChapter summaryQuestions of discomfort Chapter 3: Proof-Seeking The archetypal leader‘Playing the race card’The gender pay gap myth‘Pretend’ sexualitiesFear of the unknownExpanding this Way of BeingChapter summaryQuestions of discomfort Chapter 4: Cheerleading This doesn’t make senseInvisible inequitiesHas potential, lacks focusI don’t understand youThe fatherhood forfeitFear of complexityExpanding this Way of BeingChapter summaryQuestions of discomfort Chapter 5: Beyond Discomfort It takes courageIt is psychological workLeader as learnerLeading the actionSupporting this Way of BeingChapter summaryExercises of discomfort Chapter 6: Your organization Beyond Discomfort Go deep, tackle cultureTransparency and providing directionHearts and mindsGoing globalTaking a standChapter summaryOrganizational actions of discomfort Final words Summary of key points GlossaryNotesAcknowledgementsSpecial thanksAbout the authorAbout AvenirIndex