I listen with deep empathy, ask incisive questions, and respectfully push your thinking.
As a result, you gain insight, confidence, and clarity.
I learn and grow by noticing what feedback you do or don’t take.
In any client/coach or author/editor relationship, power dynamics are at play.
I attend to those dynamics in our relationship, and invite you to do the same.
We use a strengths-based approach so you build capacity and trust your voice.
I attend to how social identities influence my worldview and biases
(I'm White, Jewish, female, cisgender, middle class, in my 50s, able-bodied, and hold a doctorate )
I welcome dialogue about how our social identities shape our collaboration and invite you to give me feedback on the impact of my actions.
I continue learning how to mitigate bias in my work, drawing on key resources:
Courageous Conversations about Race (Singleton)
Language of Inclusion (James Wright)
Diversity & Inclusion Resources from The Society for Editing (ACES)
I love being introduced to additional thought leaders or resources that push my awareness, craft, and capacity to support you.