Amira Barger: The Price of Nice: A Call to Action

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Summary
In this episode of #thePOZcast, Adam Posner interviews Amira Barger, an executive VP at Edelman Communications and author of 'The Price of Nice.' They discuss Amira's upbringing, her journey into healthcare communications, and the importance of empathy in leadership. Amira shares insights from her book, emphasizing the dangers of being too nice in professional settings and advocating for the need to disrupt the status quo. The conversation also explores the power of storytelling, the importance of building foundations in leadership, and the significance of shared values in driving impactful change.
Takeaways
- Amira's upbringing as a minister's child shaped her empathetic approach to healthcare.
- Healthcare is a human right, and access to it is crucial.
- The book 'The Price of Nice' challenges the notion of being overly nice in professional settings.
- Being too nice can protect existing power structures and hinder progress.
- Nerve is necessary for effective leadership and communication.
- Storytelling is a powerful tool for transformation in organizations.
- True leadership involves building other leaders and fostering collaboration.
- Shared values are essential for effective teamwork and community building.
- Niceness often prioritizes comfort over necessary confrontation.
- Personal growth is a continuous journey of unlearning and relearning.