Many of us (rightfully so!) are thinking about how to be inclusive these days. But “inclusive” can be a fluffy word. So, one way to BE inclusive is to look at what the opposite of inclusive is and make sure you are NOT doing that (a concept similar to Inversion). I found 35 words that… Read more »
Posts about Diversity and Inclusion
9 Helpful DEI Trends to Watch as an HR Pro
The DEI landscape continuously changes. HR professionals must keep updated with the latest diversity, equity, and inclusion developments to ensure initiatives remain relevant and influential. With that said, here are 5 DEI trends to watch out for. 1. Remote and hybrid work setup The pandemic and constant technological upgrades have made remote and hybrid work arrangements… Read more »
50+ Powerful Quotes about Diversity and Inclusion in 2024
At Ongig, we like to celebrate all people. So I created this list of 50+ inclusive quotes about diversity and inclusion to celebrate our differences. They are from CEOs, world leaders, writers, actors, activists, and more. I hope enjoy these inclusiveness quotes! Quotes About Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Many organizations have achieved business… Read more »
9 Tips for Hiring Former Felons You Can Use Now
1 in 3 Americans have some type of criminal record affecting their chances of getting a job. Hiring former felons or hiring employees with criminal records can be a confusing path to navigate. Research shows that hiring former felons is good for business because they tend to be more loyal and have higher performance rates… Read more »
15 Inclusive Employee Benefits to Offer in 2024
Inclusive employee benefits shape your team members’ engagement and satisfaction. The benefits that you offer affect a team member’s loyalty to the company. An inefficient benefits package could cause hires to seek out more positive and inclusive environments. Traditionally, employee benefits revolved around perks like vacation time off and retirement plans. However, the pandemic has… Read more »
10+ Helpful Examples of Non-Inclusive Language (2024)
Barack Obama famously said: “We are at a time in our country’s history that inclusive language is better than exclusive language.” But he didn’t say much about what non inclusive language to avoid. What words do you NOT WRITE so you don’t offend the reader. What words do you NOT SAY, so you don’t turn… Read more »
How to Attract Diverse Talent: 11 Helpful Tips to Write Inclusive Job Ads (2024)
Do you want to make sure your job ads grab the attention of all kinds of people? Then, you’re in the right place. So, do you need to make your talent search more inclusive to attract diverse talent? Here are 11 tips for writing job descriptions to attract diverse candidates: 1. Avoid exclusionary words to… Read more »
What is DEIB? 5 Helpful Tips for DEIB Initiatives (2024)
What is DEIB? Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are hot topics in many organizations. But, they can take some effort to understand. We’re here to demystify these and give you a few tips for launching DEIB initiatives in your workplace. You might hear many acronyms—EDI, DEI, JEDI, DEIB —and we’ll share what each of… Read more »
10+ Examples of Top Companies with Autistic Hiring Programs (2024)
50-75% of autistic adults in the U.S. are “unemployed or underemployed.” So, some brands are trying to lower these statistics through autistic hiring programs. We have collated some insights on how hiring teams continue to improve talent acquisition practices by making jobs more accessible to a diverse workforce. Here are 10+ examples of companies hiring people… Read more »
17 Top Diversity Podcasts for 2024 and Beyond
DEI might feel like a moving target, and to an extent, it is. So, a great way to stay up-to-date is by listening to diversity podcasts. Podcasts are a somewhat new (and evolving) part of life. They’ve only been around since 2004. But, diversity and inclusion podcasts are an easy (and mostly free) way to… Read more »
Inclusive Leadership: How to Drive Positive Change in Your Workplace
In recent years, styles of leadership have been analyzed and reformed as those in authority begin to recognize the benefits of bucking the status quo. One of these styles is inclusive leadership. Inclusive leadership is an approach that has gained popularity for the positive impact it has on leaders, employees, and organizations alike. Are you curious… Read more »
10 Best Tips to Improve Your Diversity Hiring Strategy
Having a variety of people from different backgrounds is important. It lets you find top talent from all around the world. If you’re not focusing on inclusive recruiting practices (or making diversity a priority), you’re failing to attract the best and the brightest to your business. So, it’s time to start focusing on your diversity hiring… Read more »
7 Helpful Tips for Diversity in Engineering Recruiting
Engineers design and build some of the most fundamental aspects of our society, from roads and bridges to manufacturing technology. It’s critically important that engineers incorporate a variety of perspectives and life experiences into their work, since it affects all of us. But diversity in engineering has long been an issue. Engineering as a whole… Read more »
How to Change Toxic Work Culture with Inclusive Hiring
A toxic work culture creates a vicious cycle that saps organizational productivity. Companies affected by a toxic environment lack a safe space for team members to express themselves and do their best work. Word travels fast in the digital age, and toxic workplaces and negative industry reputations could significantly harm shareholder trust. From an operational… Read more »
What is Authentic Diversity in Hiring?
“What is authentic diversity?” is a question that could pop up during your talent acquisition campaigns. Attracting diverse talent when filling vacancies is essential, but how do you ensure its authenticity? Eco-friendly companies faced trouble with greenwashing complaints, and a similar backlash could also result from diversity in hiring without sincerity. At its core, a… Read more »
