DEI leaders face contradictive expectations

I know from speaking to different organizations that many DEI leaders experience this: the constant balancing out on a wire between contradictive expectations.

No matter what you do and how much genuine commitment stands behind your actions, for some they are too much and not enough for others.

This role often gets romantised but those who lead DEI work in their organizations know how frustrating and lonely it can get.

Self-care for DEI leaders is essential. What can help?

🔹 determining your boundaries by assessing what you actually can change and what is out of your control

🔹 being your own gentle, supportive leader who sends yourself for a break

🔹 finding a community among other DEI leaders and sharing about your challenges

Do you have some other suggestions what to pay attention to as a DEI leader to stay healthy in this role?

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