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In this Episode of Learner Journeys, Bastian speaks with Tatyana Fertelmeyster.   Tatyana is the founder and principle of Connecting Differences. She grew up in the Soviet Union and came to the United States as a refugee. Many years of working with refugees and training professionals in refugee services enriched her with stories of human struggle and resilience. Going back to school and becoming a mental health counselor taught her to step into somebody else’s inner world with empathy and compassion. Her personal experience of living in between cultures and languages lead her on a path to intercultural and diversity work. She sees herself as a facilitator first and foremost. Tatyana facilitates trainings, meetings, and complex processes, and gives trainees the skills to continue that work themselves. Most importantly, she facilitates changes and deep shifts for individuals and teams she works with.  To know more about her, head over here: www.connectingdifferences.com   Credits:  Learner Journeys is created and hosted by Bastian Küntzel  Cover Illustration by Michal Wronski  Cover Design by Anna Pomichowska    Music Credits:  Epic Cinematic by Scott Holmes Ask The Sisters by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Collecting Samples by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Low Coal Camper - Direct Beat by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Matamoscas - Simple by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Secret Pocketbook by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Slow Slow Sky by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Sylvestor by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) Thoothless Slope by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue) UpUpUp and Over by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)

In this Episode of Learner Journeys, Bastian speaks with Tatyana Fertelmeyster.  Tatyana is the founder and principle of Connecting Differences. She grew up in the Soviet Union and came to the United States as a refugee. Many years of working with refugees and training professionals in refugee services enriched her with stories of human struggle and resilience. Going back to school and becoming a mental health counselor taught her to step into somebody else’s inner world with empathy and compassion. Her personal experience of living in between cultures and languages lead her on a path to intercultural and diversity work. She sees herself as a facilitator first and foremost. Tatyana facilitates trainings, meetings, and complex processes, and gives trainees the skills to continue that work themselves. Most importantly, she facilitates changes and deep shifts for individuals and teams she works with.  To know more about her, head over here: <a href="//www.connectingdifferences.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.connectingdifferences.com</a> Credits:  Learner Journeys is created and hosted by <a href="//incontro-training.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bastian Küntzel</a> Cover Illustration by <a href="http://mimaj.pl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michal Wronski</a> Cover Design by <a href="https://annapomichowska.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anna Pomichowska</a> Music Credits:  <a href="https://files.freemusicarchive.org/storage-freemusicarchive-org/music/no_curator/Scott_Holmes/Cinematic_Background_Music/Scott_Holmes_-_01_-_-_Epic_Cinematic.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Epic Cinematic</a> by Scott Holmes Ask The Sisters by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Collecting Samples by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Low Coal Camper - Direct Beat by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Matamoscas - Simple by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Secret Pocketbook by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Slow Slow Sky by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Sylvestor by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) Thoothless Slope by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>) UpUpUp and Over by Blue Dot Sessions (<a href="//www.sessions.blue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sessions.blue</a>)

Learner Journeys S1E4 with Tatyana Fertelmeyster

Tatyana Fertelmeyster is a diversity and inclusion consultant and expert, and is the founder and Principal of Connecting Differences. For over 20 years, Tatyana has been working as an intercultural professional, having started her career as a therapist for Soviet Union refugees. She also specializes in domestic diversity. She joins me to talk about the mental strains caused by the pandemic and what leaders can do to make it easier for their employees.Here are a few highlights from our conversation: Tatyana’s philosophy is: wherever there are people, there are differences. Leaders have been dealt the same hand as their team members, yet are still expected to be in the know. Privilege is something we understand by its absence rather than its presence. Right now, it is important to have realistic expectations of yourself and others. Any big change is a big loss. Leaders need to check in with their people and support them by being understanding and giving them recognition for their hard work. In virtual meetings, you should dedicate some time to socializing with your team members to relieve tension and anxiety. Create a space that appreciates candor about people’s current experiences.  Use your privilege to speak up on someone else’s behalf. ResourcesTatyana Fertelmeyster on LinkedIn | TwitterConnectingDifferences.com

Tatyana Fertelmeyster is a diversity and inclusion consultant and expert, and is the founder and Principal of Connecting Differences. For over 20 years, Tatyana has been working as an intercultural professional, having started her career as a therapist for Soviet Union refugees. She also specializes in domestic diversity. She joins me to talk about the mental strains caused by the pandemic and what leaders can do to make it easier for their employees. Here are a few highlights from our conversation:<ul> <li>Tatyana’s philosophy is: wherever there are people, there are differences.</li> <li>Leaders have been dealt the same hand as their team members, yet are still expected to be in the know.</li> <li>Privilege is something we understand by its absence rather than its presence.</li> <li>Right now, it is important to have realistic expectations of yourself and others.</li> <li>Any big change is a big loss.</li> <li>Leaders need to check in with their people and support them by being understanding and giving them recognition for their hard work.</li> <li>In virtual meetings, you should dedicate some time to socializing with your team members to relieve tension and anxiety. Create a space that appreciates candor about people’s current experiences. </li> <li>Use your privilege to speak up on someone else’s behalf.</li> </ul> ResourcesTatyana Fertelmeyster on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatyanafertelmeyster/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/TFertelmeyster" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.connectingdifferences.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ConnectingDifferences.com</a>

Creating A Supportive Culture In The Midst of Chaos with Tatyana Fertelmeyster