Building a Culture of Respect: Strategies for Leaders

Guest:Nicole PletkaDirector of Operations & Project Management at Zeitcode | Community Leader | President Elect at Austin Women in TechnologyLinkedInAWT WebsiteHost:Melissa AarskaugExecutive Connect | WebsiteYouTube: @ExecutiveConnectEpisode Overview:In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug sits down with Nicole Pletka, a powerhouse in tech and community leadership, to talk about what it really means to build a culture of respect. From communication habits to handling toxic behavior, Nicole shares practical, thoughtful strategies leaders can use to foster healthier, more inclusive teams. It’s a refreshingly grounded take on leadership, with some wisdom that’s just as useful outside the office as it is inside it.Timestamps:00:00 – Introductions and Overview05:00 – Understanding Individual Communication Preferences09:26 – Addressing Disrespectful Behavior Promptly15:14 – Advocating for Change and Leading by Example26:13 – Fostering Open Communication within Teams31:40 – Prioritizing Self-Respect and Self-CareConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug