Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon talks with Radio Television Digital News Association's (RTDNA) Tara Puckey and Christen DeBard about the importance of mental health support in newsrooms, emphasizing the need for a supportive and empathetic culture. They explore innovative self-care practices at conferences, the significance of building relationships within teams, and the implementation of mental health strategies. The discussion also touches on future initiatives for mental health awareness.

Takeaways

Mental health support is crucial in journalism.
Self-care practices can enhance workplace wellbeing.
Empathy and collaboration are key to a supportive culture.
Building relationships fosters team success.
Mental health strategies should be integrated into training.
Compassionate leadership involves understanding team members' needs.
Self-care activities can be fun and engaging.
Leaders must prioritize their own mental health.
Creating a culture of care improves journalism quality.
Future initiatives will focus on mental health awareness.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Leadership in Journalism
04:16 Humanizing the Workplace
06:37 Mental Health Conversations in Newsrooms
09:03 Creating Supportive Work Environments
11:44 Innovative Approaches to Self-Care
14:25 Building Genuine Relationships at Work
15:09 New Chapter

Links Mentioned

Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) Website

Compassionate Newsroom Website

In this conversation, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon and Ute Korinth discuss the pressing challenges faced by journalists today, emphasizing the importance of mental health, resilience, and compassionate leadership in the newsroom. They explore agile methods as tools for fostering collaboration and trust among team members, and highlight the need for safe spaces where journalists can express their vulnerabilities. The discussion also touches on the role of leadership in supporting mental health initiatives and the importance of advocacy for journalists' rights and wellbeing.

Takeaways

Flexibility, mistakes, and trust are essential in journalism.
Compassionate leadership can be a competitive advantage.
Agile methods foster a safe and collaborative environment.
Mental health discussions are becoming more prevalent in newsrooms.
Creating safe spaces allows for open conversations about mental health.
Peer support is crucial for journalists facing challenges.
Compassionate leadership involves understanding individual team member needs.
Emerging leaders should listen to their teams' needs.
Advocacy is necessary for protecting journalists' rights.
Government action is needed to safeguard press freedom.

Links Mentioned

Ute's website: https://digitalcharm.de/

Ute's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ute-korinth-50008a41/

Ute's book: https://www.bellingsbooks.com/product-page/der-buddha-liebt-rafting

Bluesky account: https://bsky.app/profile/utekorinth.bsky.social

Helpline of Netzwerk Recherche: https://netzwerkrecherche.org/helpline/ - also offers English support

Liberating Structures: liberatingstructures.com

Hate Aid: https://hateaid.org/

DJV (German Federation of Journalists): https://www.djv.de/

Dedicated episode website: www.thecompassionatenewsroom.com/11

Summary

In this conversation, Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon and Kristen Hare explore the importance of understanding personal drivers in decision-making, the shift to remote teaching in journalism, and innovative training approaches. They discuss success stories from the Work-Life Chemistry program, emphasizing the need for humanizing leadership in journalism. The conversation concludes with insights into the future directions of the program and the significance of compassionate leadership.

Takeaways

Understanding what drives you helps in making informed decisions.
Flexibility in work arrangements is crucial for personal satisfaction.
The shift to remote teaching has opened new opportunities for training.
Innovative training methods can enhance engagement and learning.
Success stories highlight the positive impact of work-life chemistry.
Humanizing leadership fosters a supportive work environment.
Leaders should model healthy work-life practices for their teams.
Compassionate leadership requires understanding individual team members.
Asking about people's needs is essential for effective leadership.
The future of work-life chemistry involves tailored approaches for different career stages.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
06:57 The Concept of Work-Life Chemistry
11:42 Understanding Work-Life Chemistry
20:06 Impact and Success Stories
23:40 Implementing Work-Life Chemistry in Leadership
31:48 Compassionate Leadership
33:28 New Chapter

Links Mentioned

Work-Life Chemistry Online Course at Poynter

Local Edition Newsletter with Kristen Hare

How Finding Work-Life Chemistry Can Stop Burnout

How Poynter Transformed a Hands-On Workshop into an Email Course

The Compassionate Newsroom Website

Dedicated episode page, visit www.CompassionateNewsroom.com/10