Julie Pham on the JDS Podcast: Challenging Assumptions to Build Better Teams

How do curiosity and respect — practiced intentionally — change the way we lead, communicate, and collaborate?

In this episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with CuriosityBased founder and CEO Dr. Julie Pham for a conversation spanning the 7 Forms of Respect® framework, cultural identity, community building, and what it means to think differently about inclusion and leadership.

Julie draws on her full range of experience — Vietnamese refugee, Cambridge-trained historian, community organizer, entrepreneur — to explore how the assumptions embedded in our backgrounds shape the way we show up at work. And why getting curious about those assumptions, rather than acting on them by default, is one of the most practical things a leader can do.

Key themes: The 7 Forms of Respect® · Cultural identity and communication · Curiosity as a leadership practice · Inclusion and collaboration · Community building · Career reinvention

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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Julie Pham on Control or Be Controlled podcast: Rethinking Respect, Curiosity, and Assumption

What assumptions are shaping how you lead — without you realizing it?

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled podcast with host Darlington Ogbuka, Julie  explores that question from multiple angles: the 7 Forms of Respect framework, the intercultural experiences that shaped it, and the unconventional path — refugee childhood, Cambridge doctorate, Vietnamese community newspaper, nonprofit leadership — that gave her a different lens on what curiosity actually looks like in practice.

Julie and host Darlington dig into navigating workplace conflict, rethinking diversity and inclusion, making career pivots, and why asking better questions might be the most underrated leadership competency of our time.

Key themes: The 7 Forms of Respect · Cultural assumptions in the workplace · Curiosity as a leadership practice · The Vietnam War’s South Vietnamese perspective · Career reinvention · Communication and conflict

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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In this episode of Infinite Dialogues with Oti Jay, CuriosityBased founder and CEO Dr. Julie Pham joins host Oti Jay for a wide-ranging conversation on respect, identity, culture, curiosity, leadership, and human connection.

At the center of it: the idea that respect isn’t a universal value we all share — it’s a personal and cultural one, shaped by family, upbringing, and lived experience. Understanding that distinction is the foundation of the 7 Forms of Respect framework, and Julie traces it back to her own story of growing up between Vietnamese and American cultures.

The conversation explores what it looks like to lead, communicate, and build relationships across those differences — and why replacing judgment with curiosity is where that work begins.

Key themes: The 7 Forms of Respect · Cultural identity and communication · Curiosity as a leadership practice · Bicultural experience · Human connection in the workplace

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Julie Pham on the JDS Podcast: Challenging Assumptions to Build Better Teams

Julie joins Positive Leadership Academy podcast host Javier Llerena where she unpacks the 7 Forms of Respect®, showing how respect varies from person to person. She explores addressing passive behaviors, fostering a culture of self-reflection and curiosity, and how diverse experiences create a “real-life MBA” for leadership growth.

Key themes: The 7 Forms of Respect® · Cultural identity and communication · Curiosity as a leadership practice · Real life MBA · Community building · Self reflection

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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On Living with Purpose podcast Dr. Julie Pham, PhD sits down with host Dr. Akhtar Badshah to explore leadership that blends curiosity, empathy, and purpose in a changing world. She shares how her journey from qualifying as a Gates Cambridge Scholar and escaping Vietnam as a child, to building a company grounded in curiosity-based leadership, has shaped her mission to uplift communities and organizations.

In this conversation, Julie discusses:

• Cultivating self‑leadership, listening deeply, and embracing multiple truths
  
• How cultural values of respect and curiosity have informed her leadership style
  
• The importance of building bridging leadership frameworks in turbulent, multicultural environments
  
• Reflections on her national recognition: University of Washington ‘Woman of Courage’, Cornerstone Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Female Founders Alliance Champions Award

This episode is perfect for anyone designing leadership with intentionality—whether in teams, organizations, or community building.

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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In this episode of Let’s Get Real podcast, Nina Simonds spoke with Dr. Julie Pham, the founder of CuriosityBased, a consulting practice helping organizations foster more curiosity to build trust, communication, and collaboration. 

In this episode they explored the 7 Forms of Respect® framework, which is based on Dr. Pham’s 12+ years of experience helping people from diverse backgrounds build trust, as well as her research on how they interact and engage with one another to navigate ambiguity and collaborate.  Dr. Julie also shared her framework for understanding how to show respect and what drives our way of viewing whether others respect us.

Key themes: The 7 Forms of Respect® · Cultural identity and communication · Curiosity as a leadership practice · Inclusion and collaboration · Community building · Career reinvention

#LetsGetRealPodcast #CuriosityBased #7FormsOfRespect #BuildingTrust #EffectiveCommunication #NavigatingAmbiguity #CollaborationInAction

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In this episode of Nonprofit MBA podcast, Julie and Stephen Halasnik from Financing Solutions explore The 7 Forms of Respect® framework, helping leaders understand and incorporate respect into their culture to reduce burnout.

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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In this SpeakUP! International podcast, Julie shares her journey from South Vietnam to Seattle. Her family’s escape from communism is a defining moment that has deeply influenced her career. Julie’s journey offers valuable insights for aspiring authors and researchers, emphasizing the significance of setting one’s own terms and the benefits of self-publishing.

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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Ever felt like you didn’t quite belong, even in a place that should feel like home? Dr. Julie Pham shares her powerful story on the Real People. Real Stories. podcast with host Rena Rico. Julie recounts her experience studying in Vietnam, expecting to feel a deep connection, but instead finding herself navigating feelings of being a foreigner.

This episode dives into the complexities of identity, culture, and the immigrant journey. It’s a must-listen for anyone who has grappled with language barriers or the search for belonging.

#realpeoplerealstories #podcast #twocultures #identity #vietnameseamerican #immigrantjourney #belonging #culture #language

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Dr. Julie Pham is quoted in the “The State of Motivation Report 2026.” It draws data from Attuned users around the world, providing a unique snapshot of how global motivational trends change from year to year, revealing what’s top of the agenda for employees right now, uncovering the issues transforming the modern workplace, and showing how motivational needs vary across generations and genders.

#LeadershipInsights #EmployeeMotivation #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceCulture #CuriosityBased #OrganizationalDevelopment #PeopleAndCulture #ThoughtLeadership

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On Elsplend Realities podcast, host ELO Oghenevwede Splendour sits down with Dr. Julie Pham to explore how curiosity can deepen respect and connection. Julie shares reflections on:

• Rethinking respect across identities and experiences
• How humility and self-awareness shape better collaboration
• Why small shifts in perspective can change how we relate to others

A thoughtful listen for anyone navigating difference with more intention.

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #CuriosityBased

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What if connection isn’t about impressing others—but inviting them in as you are? On What’s in Your Neighborhood? podcast featuring Dr. Julie Pham, host Melanie Vargas sits down with Julie, for a deeply personal conversation on identity, belonging, and shifting from scarcity to abundance.

Julie shares reflections on:

• Letting go of comparison and “not enough” thinking
• Redefining what it means to host, connect, and belong
• Why honest, imperfect connection is often what people remember most

A thoughtful listen for anyone rethinking what “enough” looks like.

#CuriosityAtWork #Belonging #WorkplaceCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #AuthenticConnection #CuriosityBased

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What does it look like to leave a great job—and choose uncertainty on purpose?

In a recent feature with Canvas Rebel, Julie reflects on the risks, lessons, and mindset behind building a business rooted in curiosity.

A few themes that stand out:

• Practicing curiosity is a skill—not a personality trait
• Growth requires both learning and unlearning
• Sometimes progress looks like letting something go to save what matters most

A thoughtful read for anyone building, leading, or rethinking what success looks like.nd building workplaces where more people can thrive.

#CuriosityAtWork #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #LearningOrganizations #CuriosityBased

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What if the way you communicate at work isn’t code-switching — it’s strategic leadership? In the latest episode of Thriving in Intersectionality podcast, Dr. Lola Adeyemo sits down with Dr. Julie Pham for a conversation that will shift how you think about identity, belonging, and what it means to lead.

Julie reframes code-switching not as assimilation, but as intentional communication. She introduces her 7 Forms of Respect® framework — a powerful reminder that respect isn’t one-size-fits-all. How it’s expressed, given, and received is deeply shaped by culture, lived experience, and personal history.

They also explore:

• The difference between refugee and immigrant experiences — and why it matters in the workplace
• “Push and pull” migration factors and how they show up in professional identity
• Why success should be defined by how it feels, not just how it look
• Managing energy (not just time) as a leadership practice
• The power of asking for help as a career growth strategy

This episode is a masterclass in seeing the whole person behind the professional — and building workplaces where more people can thrive.

#ThrivingInIntersectionality #CuriosityBased #DEI #InclusiveLeadership #CodeSwitching #SevenFormsOfRespect #Leadership #Belonging #WorkplaceCulture #RefugeeStories

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Most leaders think they’re being respectful. But intention and impact are not the same thing. Dr. Julie Pham joined Dr. Lola Adeyemo on a recent episode of Workplaces That Work podcast to dig into one of the most misunderstood dynamics in professional life: What respect actually looks like at work, and why so many teams get it wrong.

The core problem? Without a shared understanding of respect, even well-meaning leaders can create friction, erode trust, and leave team members feeling unseen — all without realizing it.

• In this conversation, Julie and Dr. Lola explore:
• How misaligned expectations quietly create tension on teams
• The role of curiosity in stronger leadership and team dynamics
• Why good intentions don’t guarantee good impact
• Practical ways to build shared understanding across diverse teams

If you lead people — or work alongside them — this episode will challenge how you think about respect and how you practice it every day.

#CuriosityBased #7FormsOfRespect #WorkplacesThatWork #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Respect #InclusiveLeadership #TeamDynamics #HR #Belonging

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How many decisions did you make today based on an assumption you never stopped to question? Dr. Julie Pham joined the Born Without a Choice podcast for a conversation that gets at something most of us don’t like to admit — that our quick judgments, unchecked assumptions, and lack of curiosity quietly shape how we lead, how we listen, and how we treat the people around us.

This episode is an invitation to slow down.

Julie brings her signature lens to the conversation — including insights from the 7 Forms of Respect® — exploring how understanding before reacting can fundamentally change the quality of our relationships and decisions at work and beyond.

If you’ve ever been misread, misunderstood, or caught yourself doing the same to someone else — this one is worth your time.

#CuriosityBased #7FormsOfRespect #Leadership #CuriousLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #Assumptions #InclusiveLeadership #Communication 

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On a recent Lifting Leaders podcast Gems episode featuring Dr. Julie Pham, the hosts Tricia Rhine and Kristal Roberts revisit insights from their conversation with Julie about her book, “The 7 Forms of Respect®.”

After taking the 7 Forms Respect Assessment themselves, they reflect on:

• Why respect can look wildly different across teams and cultures
• How co-creating team norms builds stronger trust and belonging
• The small shifts leaders can make to create healthier communication and culture

A thoughtful listen for leaders who want to lead with more awareness, clarity, and intention.

#CuriosityAtWork #RespectAtWork #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #InclusiveLeadership #CuriosityBased

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In Episode 58 of Everything’s Not Black & White podcast, featuring Dr. Julie Pham, Julie sits down with hosts Lachandra Baker and Brian J Baker to explore what it actually takes to hold space for multiple truths. This is not as a philosophical exercise, but as a daily leadership practice.

She shares her Rubber Band Rule: Yes, stretch toward others, extend your respect, bridge the gap. But know where your limit is. Snapping doesn’t serve anyone.

She talks about the power of the pause, that small, deliberate moment between receiving something hard and choosing how to respond to it. And why that pause might be the most underrated leadership skill there is.

And she gets personal about her family’s story as Vietnamese refugees, about the history that didn’t make it into the textbooks, and about why leading with curiosity isn’t soft. It’s the hardest thing most of us will ever practice.

If you’ve ever navigated a room where people were holding very different versions of the same truth, this episode was made for you.

What does respect look like to you?

#Leadership #CuriosityBased #7FormsOfRespect #OrganizationalDevelopment #EverythingsNotBlackAndWhite #Podcast #Curiosity #Respect #SelfAwareness #DEI #WorkplaceCulture 

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