It’s highly doubtful that in 2022 you’ll find many HR executives at equal opportunity employers who don’t believe that their organization should also have a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy. However, HR leaders I speak with say that it’s often difficult to get CEOs and COOs to commit to
The term allyship has a variety of meanings and can often be misused or misunderstood. The term can also be charged or triggering for those who have been subjected to racism, oppression, and discrimination, so informed action is important for those who desire to be allies. What is an Ally?
Prior to the global awakening of social justice and racial equity elevated by the killing of George Floyd in 2020, CEOs diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) statements of commitment used to be considered desirable publications for only the most progressive companies and organizations. But now, employers are focusing more on
One of the ways that a company can gain a competitive advantage is through corporate social responsibility (CSR), which is a term used to describe the initiatives a company takes to self-regulate its operations and take responsibility for the company’s impact on the environment and society. CSR can have a
Organizations that are committed to hiring diverse talent benefit from outpacing the competition, gaining higher market share, and achieving overall performance. For employees, a diverse workplace drives higher employee engagement, loyalty, and retention. Diverse teams bring new perspectives and drive innovation. Glassdoor reports that 76% of job candidates list diversity
As the CEO and Principal Consultant of Inclusive Leaders Group (ILG), one of my key responsibilities is to meet our prospective clients where they are. I had an interesting meeting last week helping a CHRO of a medium-sized manufacturing firm fully understand the importance of their current state of DEI
A workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion has been shown to be more engaging, productive, and profitable. Consider performing a DEI audit on your workplace. Conducting a DEI Audit of Your Business To develop an effective DEI strategy, you need to be aware of your current diversity and inclusion
Lack of DEI Expertise Holds Some Organizations Back. When discussing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy with organizational leaders still without one halfway through 2022, the reason they haven’t done so usually involves a lack of expertise within the organization. Leaders understand the overwhelming business case for DEI, they just
