Ageism refers to the employee or candidate being discriminated against for age. It usually affects people aged 45 years and older. It is driven by inaccurate stereotypes of more senior employees being more slow, stubborn, or inexperienced with technology. And it usually happens during hiring, promotion, and during social events like: Ageism in the workplace… Read more »
Posts Tagged:Inclusion
20 Gender Identity Terms You Should Know
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] 
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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 »
What is Conscious Inclusion?
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 »
7 Tips to Create Diverse Interview Panels
The first step to building an efficient diversity recruiting process is to have diverse interview panels. 68% of candidates believe a diverse interview panel is essential to better hiring experiences and outcomes. Diverse interview panels should include interviewers with diverse characteristics: age race gender identity sexual orientation skills experience When your interview panels are diverse,… Read more »
Gen Z Is Leading the Way for Workplace Equality
Gen Z is leading the charge for workplace equality like never before. With their unique insights and values, this generation strives to create a more inclusive and equitable future for all. If you work in HR, it’s key to recognize and understand this powerful influence on the modern workforce. In this age of social awareness,… Read more »
How to Become a Good Diversity Recruiter (5 Tips)
If you’ve been asking yourself, “How do I become a good diversity recruiter?” then I’ve got some answers for you. Starting a career in diversity recruitment is fulfilling and comes with a good salary. But there are a number of skills you’ll need before getting started. This includes having relevant experience in HR and recruitment,… Read more »
9 Ways to Reduce Interviewer Bias in Recruitment
One of the most important stages of the recruiting process is the interview. Unfortunately, a high-stakes conversation like a job interview can trigger interviewer bias affecting even the most experienced hiring managers. Failure to learn how to reduce interviewer bias may lead to your organization losing out on top talent. A 2018 Linkedin study on… Read more »
30+ Examples of an Exclusionary Synonym
What does exclusionary mean? The term is defined in different ways. Let’s define it and look at some examples of an exclusionary synonym. What does exclusionary mean? The Cambridge Dictionary defines exclusionary as: “causing someone or something not to be allowed to take part in an activity or to enter a place.” But this still needs… Read more »
