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Questions to Ask to Determine if Your Organization is Really Committed to DEI
We have a serious disconnect When organizations say that diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are important to them, yet 62% of employees in a recent poll do not believe their organization is truly committed to DEI, we have a serious disconnect. 75% of consumers say...
Are You a Performative Ally? Here Are the Signs.
True allies don't just say they're committed to diversity and inclusion — they show it. Here's how you can spot a genuine ally vs. a performative one. It's Black History Month in the United States. For those that do not identify as Black and want to appropriately...
Diversity Is Broader Than Just Race and Gender. Generational Diversity Is An Often-Overlooked Piece of the Puzzle
Originally published on Entrepreneur, January 30, 2023 Diversity Is Broader Than Just Race and Gender. This Is the Often-Overlooked Piece of the Puzzle. Generational diversity is diversity. Diversity is broader than just race and gender. We often oversimplify...
Not Where You Want to Be with Diversity and Inclusion? Consider a Bite-Sized Approach
Originally published on Entrepreneur, January 17, 2023 Not Where You Want to Be with Diversity and Inclusion? Consider a Bite-Sized Approach. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a relationship. Relationships take time and trust — but trust is hard to earn...
Why Your Business Needs to Consider the 4-Day Workweek — Especially If You’re Serious About Diversity
Originally published on Entrepreneur, January 23, 2023 Why Your Business Needs to Consider the 4-Day Workweek — Especially If You're Serious About Diversity. The four-day workweek concept isn't new. New Zealand and many European countries have proven it...
DEI Budget Cuts? Here’s Why That’s a Bad Idea
DEI work has surged in recent years, yet organizations are bracing for uncertainty in the markets they serve. With this uncertainty comes DEI budget cuts. Here's why that's a bad idea and how to push back. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) work has surged in...
5 Career Strategies to Try in 2023
Originally published on She Owns It, January 2, 2023 2023 brings with it continued uncertainty in many industries, try these 5 career strategies this year. New year, new ideas. 2023 brings with it continued uncertainty in the economy, hybrid work and continued labor...
Leaders, Stop Making These Excuses about the Lack of Diversity
Originally published on Entrepreneur, December 22, 2022 All too common myths about diversity and how to overcome them The workplace is changing quickly. As with any change, leaders fear what they don't understand. Diversity, equity and inclusion can be polarizing...
Lessons Learned On Accountability
Reflections on accountability from a misstep in a communication around diversity, equity and inclusion By Julie Kratz I recently made a misstep in one of my communications around diversity, equity and inclusion on LinkedIn. I made a post that was attempting to call in...
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