Episode 5 | People: The Voices of the Village

In this powerful episode of Humble Renegades, Kesha and Bookie Gates explore the heartbeat of community engagement, people. Bookie breaks down the first "P" in his G7 Philosophy™: People. From honoring lived experiences to co-creating relevant solutions, this conversation challenges leaders to center the voices of the village rather than speaking for them.

The duo shares real stories, hard truths, and tangible strategies for building trust, avoiding harmful assumptions, and creating space where every voice matters. They discuss why leading from the back, practicing humility, and embracing diversity are essential to authentic servant leadership.

Whether you're a community builder, grassroots leader, or someone rethinking how to engage meaningfully with others, this episode will remind you: People don't support what they don't feel connected to.

Episode Highlights:

• Why "people" must come first in any engagement strategy
• The dangers of assumptions and surface-level representation
• How to build trust and co-create with, not for, community
• Leading from behind: Servant leadership in action
• Understanding the nuances of demographic needs
• Empowering others through empathy, curiosity, and proximity

Call to Action:

• Start listening before creating solutions. 
• Be curious. 
• Ask who needs to be heard and challenge yourself to truly see them. 
• Understand that legacy is built not by standing alone, but by lifting others as you rise.

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