50 - The Art of Connection: How Leaders Can Use Storytelling to Build Empathy with Andre Bradford

Your host, Juan Taveras, closes out Season 1 of the Inclusive Leader Spotlight with an inspiring conversation with Andre Bradford, award-winning poet and motivational speaker, known by his stage name, S.C. Says. Andre uses slam poetry to explore identity, mental health, and social justice, creating transformative experiences that foster empathy and connection.

In this episode, Andre shares:

• How storytelling builds bridges and fosters inclusion in the workplace.
• Why vulnerability and curiosity are essential skills for leaders.
• How authenticity—not perfection—creates trust and belonging in teams.
• Actionable strategies for HR and DEI leaders to incorporate storytelling into their work.

Andre also performs a deeply moving poem on mental health, offering a raw and relatable reflection on resilience and the power of showing up.

🎧 Tune in now for a masterclass in empathy, connection, and the transformative power of storytelling.

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