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October 18, 2023 / 00:58

This episode discusses corporate responses to the Israel-Hamas conflict, the role of CEOs, and the importance of listening in times of crisis.

The conversation highlights how some CEOs and companies have publicly condemned Hamas and expressed support for Israel, while others have remained silent. The discussion points out that the response has not been as widespread as seen in movements like Black Lives Matter and Me Too.

Advice is given for companies and CEOs on how to approach sensitive issues. It is suggested that unless a company has a significant stake in the matter, remaining quiet may be the best option.

The episode emphasizes the need for corporations to focus on their primary role in supporting economic security for employees and communities, rather than feeling pressured to comment on every social issue.

Listening is highlighted as a powerful tool for companies, suggesting that understanding employee and customer sentiments can be more impactful than making statements.

TLDR

CEOs should prioritize listening over commenting on the Israel-Hamas conflict unless directly impacted.

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a number of CEOs and companies have spoken out already condemning Hamas expressing support for Israel and

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calling out anti-Semitism to their employees in publicly on social media but not as many as people had hoped for

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sure as as in other situations like black lives matter and me too what advice would you give to companies and

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CEOs trying to figure out the right move if there is such a thing uh the right move is to be quiet um unless you're

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directly involved or you have a large employee or customer base that is very emotionally invested in the issue you

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got to ask yourself a couple questions one do you need to say something because of these social media platforms that

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encourage you and create incentives in and help you believe that as a DJ you should weigh in on what's happening in

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Israel a corporation is there to be a platform to help people develop Economic Security for them and their families

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they do have an obligation to the community they do have an obligation as a global citizen but the power of

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listening is underrated and it's across all dimensions

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The power of listening is underrated.
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Corporate Responsibility00:44
Listening Matters00:52