Emboldening women in their faith and work
Speaker: Nicole Miller
Lead Gratefully with Nicole Miller
Nov 12 | 11:30-1 pm
Vast, 50th floor
Research continues to show that gratitude has tremendously positive effects on overall health. But did you know that leading with gratitude in the workplace has also been shown to have a significant impact?
Wharton Business School professor, Adam Grant, suggests that the lack of gratitude at work is because we don’t like to admit that we need help at work – and thanking someone implies an admission that you can’t do it all on your own. Ouch. As believers, we know that we need one another. We cannot all be an ear or a foot or a mouth. We need one another. But at work? We’ve been conditioned towards self-sufficiency. And it’s costing us.
What if showing gratitude at work isn’t simply a way of admitting our need for one another. What if it helps to build a sense of belonging and collaboration? What if gratitude in the workplace isn’t just what sets us apart as believers, but is the key to restoring health to work culture? Leading with gratitude shows honor to those you work with and invites deeper authenticity, safety, and community. Yes, it communicates our need for one another. But what if that’s not an admission of weakness, but rather an invitation to community and belonging?
This month at Polished we are exploring what it means to lead gratefully. Because when it comes to leading at work, we believe that gratitude matters. Join the conversation and see how we can grow in this powerful practice that’s grounded in Christian theology and tradition.
Nicole's bio
Representative Nicole Miller grew up throughout the central United States, eventually settling in the Fort Worth area. After earning a bachelor’s degree in government service from Texas Women’s University, she moved to Washington, D.C., where she worked on policy issues, with a specific focus on the defense sector. Miller spent the next several years as a military spouse, living coast to coast and overseas during her husband Doug’s 20 year career with the Air Force. After moving to Oklahoma City, she worked with the Oklahoma National Guard and the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs.
Since being elected to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 2018, Miller has pursued legislation in a variety of policy areas, including military and veteran affairs, government efficiency, senior care and transportation. She currently serves as the Chair for the House Appropriations and Budget Subcommittee on Transportation.
She also sits on the House Government Modernization and Efficiency Committee and the full House Appropriations and Budget Committee.
Since her election, she has developed a reputation as a strong and articulate advocate on a number of legislative issues. In her first term, Miller was presented with the Rising Star Award by the State Chamber of Commerce for her role as a legislative leader in the business community. She was one of 20 legislators chosen from within the southern region to attend the Center for the Advancement of Leadership Skills (CALS) in 2019. Most recently, she was named Representative Of The Year by the Oklahoma Veterans Council for her dedication in working to support of Oklahoma veterans and their families.
Miller proudly represents northwest Oklahoma City, west Edmond and Deer Creek in House District 82. She and her husband have two children and attend Heritage Baptist Church.
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Chapter Directors
Jana Gridley
Jana is Marketing and Brand Manager of Claims Management Resources in downtown Oklahoma City. A seasoned communications professional, Jana has enjoyed working in a variety of industries and building a diverse network. She is passionate about women leading out in both the workplace and in the church to use their skills and God-given talents. Email Jana.
Dr. Jessica Rimmer
Jessica Rimmer, PhD, is the CEO of Solomon Strategic Advisors, a leadership consultancy and partner agency of GiANT Worldwide.
As an executive leader, she has given oversight to strategic growth and culture initiatives that improve the engagement and energy of people within the workplace. She is passionate about helping people live with vision, purpose, and influence. Email Jessica.
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