Rooted in the Caribbean - Women in Leadership Series - Aka Ali-Kerr

Описание: Aka Ali-Kerr is presently the HR Director at Andaz Miami Beach, Hyatt Hotels. Aka has a passion and love for people which has been demonstrated for more than 23 years in developing and implementing best-practice strategies in Compensation, Recruitment &Selection, Training & Development, Job Analysis, Industrial Relations, Organizational Design, Performance Management and Employee Relations.
She is also the author of the book titled "The Master Guide to Leadership Through the Lens of Care" which is available on Amazon:
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Aka is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker. Working together, she has moved leaders and their teams in the desired direction to reach their organizational goals.
Aka also serves as a Board Member for both the Academy of Hospitality & Tourism (AOHT) in Miami, Florida and the South Florida Hospitality Human Resource Association (SFlaHHRA).
Welcome Aka!

Summary
In this conversation, Aka Ali-Kerr shares her journey from Trinidad to leadership in the hospitality industry in Miami. She discusses the importance of care in leadership, the challenges women face in leadership roles, and the significance of mentorship. Aka also reflects on her experience writing a book, emphasizing the need to embrace fear and take action. Throughout the discussion, she highlights the importance of self-care, the value of failure as a learning opportunity, and the legacy she hopes to leave for future generations.

Leadership should be approached through the lens of care, which is a verb demonstrated through actions.
Women often wait for perfection before applying for leadership roles, which can hinder their progress.
Self-care is essential for effective leadership and is not selfish.
Failure is a part of the journey to success; it's important to fail forward.
Aka encourages women to embrace their unique qualities and not to be afraid to step into their purpose.
The world is waiting for women to step into their leadership roles and make an impact.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Caribbean Roots
02:57 Leadership Through the Lens of Care
05:53 The Journey of Writing a Book
08:55 Understanding Care in Leadership
11:53 Women in Leadership and Overcoming Barriers
15:01 Embracing Fear and Taking Action
18:00 Defining Moments in Leadership
20:11 The Role of Faith in Leadership
21:58 Shining Light in the Marketplace
23:59 Empowering the Next Generation
26:01 Embracing Failure as a Stepping Stone
30:01 Leaving a Legacy of Leadership
31:59 The Power of Positive Affirmations