Authenticity in Coaching

In the fourth episode of Magnolia Talks, we invited Dorothy Liu to chat about how identity, culture and inclusion has impacted her role as an Asian American woman coach and “equity amplifier”. This episode takes a look at the importance of connecting with one’s values and the need for inclusive leadership who strive to co-create spaces for individuals to express themselves. In light of the challenges faced by young people today (especially post-pandemic), Diane and Dorothy chat through the vital role that coaches play as supporters and provide advice on how to stay authentic to oneself. About Dorothy: After 15 years in the tech industry and another 20 founding and leading my own business & marketing strategy consultancy, Dorothy pivoted to coaching. She has always been driven by what could be different and what could be better for anyone and coaching enables me to do that. Dorothy works with both established and emerging leaders as well as parents of “neuro-spicy” kids (ADHD, adoption, and other complexities). A large part of Dorothy’s clientele is comprised of third-culture kids who strive to balance their deep ethnic or ancestral norms in the context of their Western upbringing, working to bridge that gap and integrate all sides of their identity to give voice to who they uniquely are. The parallels of leadership at work and leadership at home are never ending and Dorothy actively serves both needs. You can find the entire series of Magnolia Talks on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more information about this podcast and AWCC, please visit https://www.awcoachingcollective.org/. Special thanks to the Podcast Director, Sabrina Ku; Podcast Host, Diane Kim; Audio Engineer, Sonia Wong; and our Music Engineer, Chris Fong Chew!