“Ditch the Ditty” with Lindsey Godwin, Molly McGuigan, and Miriam Novotny
RAFT Team, May 27, 2025
In today's episode, Jeremie Miller is talking with the authors of Ditch the Ditty: Doing What Matters Instead of Doing it All about their work and how it applies to the work of advocates.
Episode Time Codes
- 01:28 Introductions
- 04:26 Can you share the story that lead to the concept of ditties and the importance of ditching them?
- 08:22 "Ditch the Ditty" focuses on the unique dynamics women face, can anyone be impacted by ditties? How do these hidden pressures show up differently for caregivers, first responders, and other helping professionals? And How does the book help people recognize when they're taking on more than they should?
- 10:35 The four Ds: ditties, delights, duties, and deeds
- 14:11 Do you have any suggestions on how to make ditties a team effort?
- 20:43 What role do differences in power play when trying to ditch a ditty? How can I possibly ditch a ditty that my boss is handing out? Or as a leader, how can I navigate the difference between delegation, which is something I'm supposed to do?
- 31:20 How can colleagues and teams help each other avoid taking on unnecessary ditties?
- 38:26 Do you have a suggestion on how to handle people who are struggling with this new version of you both at work and family and friends?
- 44:39 Can you give some ideas on how an organization can work towards changing the culture of ditty distribution and acceptance of ditties in an equitable fashion?
- 51:39 Get more information about the book and the authors
Resources
- Ditch the Ditty: Doing What Matters Instead of Doing it All by Lindsey Godwin, Molly McGuigan, and Miriam Novotny
