Inclusive Hiring Practices and Conflict Prevention

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Conflict in the workplace throws a wrench into the works when team members aren’t on the same page. In the worst cases, they may form silos that hold back the efficiency of your organization. While there are many solutions for workplace conflict, the best solution often lies in preventing it in the first place. One… Read more »

Overcoming Unconscious Bias with Collaborative Intelligence

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Unconscious bias is a tale as old as human civilization itself, yet, it still rears its head in the 21st-century workplace. Unchecked unconscious bias in an organization can limit your company’s growth and development…and detract from a positive work culture.  The good news is that you can overcome unconscious bias through a combination of natural… Read more »

8 Steps to Create a DEI Dashboard for Your Company

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The importance of DEI is widely reported. But many organizations fail to implement good diversity and inclusion practices. A DEI dashboard tool can help by allowing you to analyze and visualize your DEI data in a simple way — supporting data-driven decisions to improve inclusion and diversity. In this article, we’ll dive into 8 steps… Read more »

Stats on Gender Diversity Recruiting (+ tips on writing gender-inclusive Js)

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Many companies want to attract and keep employees from all genders, realizing the benefits of having a diverse staff.  Knowing the latest statistics on gender hiring helps recruiters keep on top of trends in gender-focused diversity hiring so they can adjust their hiring practices to suit.  Here is the latest research on gender-related DEI recruitment… Read more »

AI and DEI – An Evolving Relationship

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Artificial intelligence (AI) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are pillars of the modern workplace. It’s hard to ignore their collective impact on organizational goals and culture. AI unlocks new levels of productivity, while DEI boosts team performance by keeping employees satisfied. Naturally, combining AI and DEI practices can lead to significant benefits for your… Read more »

20 Gender Identity Terms You Should Know

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The conversation around gender identity is evolving in general and at work. It’s a complex and delicate subject with a lot of diverse terms. Because of this, mistakes happen. For example, if refer to a colleague with a pronoun they don’t use that could cause problems in the workplace. In this article, we’ll explain the… Read more »

5 Stats on Racial Diversity Recruiting [+ tips on writing race-inclusive job descriptions] 

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As the modern workplace emphasizes diversity, hiring people from different racial backgrounds is more important than ever. When we have a racially diverse workforce, we benefit from various perspectives and experiences. This leads to better problem-solving, increased innovation, and happier employees. Awareness of the latest studies on race-focused hiring helps HR keep tabs on the… Read more »

5 Examples of a Diversity and Inclusion Plan Template

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DEI culture in your company starts with a solid strategy. Think of this as creating a road map to your DEI goals. If you’re not sure where to start, these 5 examples of a diversity and inclusion plan template might be useful. What is a Diversity and Inclusion Policy, and why is it important?   Before… Read more »

10 Inclusion Tips for the Workplace

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A Deloitte survey found that 80% of employees valued diversity and inclusion when making employment decisions. With inclusion, employee satisfaction, and morale will increase. As a result, you’ll be better able to meet the needs of your clients and consumers.  Still, many companies fail to align their corporate goals with inclusivity best practices. We’ve compiled… Read more »

8 Best Strategies for Sourcing Underrepresented Talent

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Diversity is a key tenet for companies in a world that demands it. There are many benefits of a diverse workforce, from improving team relationships to encouraging innovation and improving decision-making. But despite the benefits of a diverse workforce, companies still struggle to source and retain diverse talent. For example, in the U.S. tech industry,… Read more »

9 Examples of SMART Goals for Diversity & Inclusion

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The modern business world is changing for the better, at least when it comes to the policies, laws, and regulations around diversity and inclusion. And the importance of D&I for organizational success is being proved time after time. Businesses in all sectors are being prompted by governments (and evolving societal norms) to create an inclusive… Read more »

10 Benefits of Inclusion in the Workplace

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Let’s be honest. There’s no way any business can doubt the significance and effectiveness of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Deloitte found that businesses with a diverse workforce had a per-worker profit 2.3 times greater than others. According to research by Gartner, inclusive teams boost productivity by as much as 30% in highly diverse… Read more »

6 Businesses that Hire People with IDD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities)

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Source: Photo by Austin Distel on Unsplash Intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are a range of conditions that affect a person’s cognitive and adaptive functioning. People with IDD may experience challenges in communication, social skills, learning, and daily living activities.  Despite these challenges, people with IDD have skills, talents, and abilities that can contribute to… Read more »

10 Must-Read Workplace Culture Books 

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Workplace culture books discuss how to foster productive and enjoyable workplaces.  But, searching for valuable insights takes time and effort. These 10 books on workplace culture are a great place to start. They have real-world examples and advice for building highly effective, successful teams. These books explore the organizational principles, managerial strategies, and environmental factors that lead… Read more »

What is Conscious Inclusion?

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Inclusion-based workplaces have advantages. Including improved employee emotional well-being and retention. So, how can you practice “conscious inclusion” at work?   One way is conscious inclusion training to help prevent bias and conflicts that arise when you least expect them.  What is Conscious Inclusion? Before we dive into inclusion training and examples, let’s define “conscious… Read more »