In this solo episode of Yes, And with Avish Parashar, I’m diving deeper into a key theme from my conversation with DEI expert Jess Pettitt: stepping into uncertainty. I’ll explain how embracing uncertainty—not only in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work but in life—can lead to creativity, growth, and positive change.I also share an improv

Solo Episode: Say “Yes, And!” to Uncertainty

In this episode of “Yes, And with Avish Parashar,” I welcome the insightful Jess Pettitt, a DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) speaker, author, and consultant. With nearly two decades of experience, Jess has empowered countless individuals and organizations to embrace inclusivity while navigating the complexities of human interaction with humor and authenticity.We dive into Jess’s

Say “Yes, And!” to “Good Enough” with Jess Pettitt

Do you consider yourself creative? Whether you’re an artist, a professional, or someone who thinks they “just aren’t creative,” this episode is for you! In this solo episode I dive into the true essence of creativity and show how everyone can access their own creative genius. Building on last week’s conversation with Dan Nestle about

Solo Episode – Say “Yes, And!” to Creatively Using AI

Are you using storytelling in your work? Are you using AI tools?If you answered “no” to either of those questions, you need this episode!If you answered “yes,” to both of them, you should still listen, as you’ll gain insight and ideas on how you can do both more effectively.My guest on this week’s episode is

“Yes, And!” to Communication and A.I. with Dan Nestle

In this solo episode, I dive deeper into the idea of psychological safety, building on my conversation with Jason Eisner last week. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, I highly recommend checking it out for a foundational understanding of how a psychologically safe environment can drive team performance and innovation.Join me as I

Solo Episode – Say “Yes, And!” to Vulnerability

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of psychological safety and its profound impact on workplace culture. Join me as I chat with Jason Eisner of Aristotle Performance (and a number of other cool businesses), who specializes in fostering environments where team members feel safe to express their ideas, share concerns, and admit

Say “Yes, And!” to Psychological Safety with Jason Eisner