[S4, E13] Creating Resilient Workplaces: Small Changes with Big Impacts with Female Founder Somia Sadiq

In this episode, I sit down with Somia Sadiq, the Founder and Principal Partner of Narratives, Inc., a consultant firm emphasizing human-centric, trauma-informed story work and celebrating ancestral identity. Somia shares her journey of navigating Canadian society as a newcomer and her transition from environmental sciences to conflict transformation. We delve into the necessity of intentional and proactive support for employees, and how storytelling can foster deeper connections and understanding within organizations. We also discusses the power of trauma-informed leadership and transforming conflict as a tool for resilience and growth. This is a must-listen for business owners and entrepreneurs looking to create inclusive and empowered work environments through compassionate leadership and the universal language of storytelling.In this episodeTo make an impact you need horsepower [6:30]Reframe judgment from "What's wrong?" to "What happened?" [10:15]Don’t just say you support your employees, be PREPARED to support them [22:06]Breaking silos through collaborative, cross-group engagement [32:41]Connect with Somia Sadiqhttps://www.instagram.com/somiasadiq/https://www.linkedin.com/in/somiasadiq/somiasadiq.comSupport the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.