One of the many programs that organizations have implemented in recent years to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion is Unconscious Bias training. Unconscious Bias training usually involves participants taking an Implicit Bias Association Test, such as one developed at Harvard. The test results tell participants which groups of people they may hold unconscious biases … [Read more...] about Make Unconscious Bias Training Work
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Build a Culture of Belonging
We all want to create a workplace where everyone feels that they belong and are included. It is the right thing to do, and it certainly improves teamwork. But exactly how do we do this? A recent article from Harvard Business Review provides some insights. First, when we say “belonging,” we mean that people feel: *Seen for their unique contributions *Connected to … [Read more...] about Build a Culture of Belonging
Ally Opportunity for White Guys
If you are not a white male, then please read along and forward this to a few of your favorite white guys! White men – this is a special opportunity for us. We are at a time in our country’s history when race relations are at the forefront of many people’s minds. As white guys, we have a special opportunity to step in and serve as allies for people of color and other … [Read more...] about Ally Opportunity for White Guys
The End of Racism
Wow - what a bold title for a blog. What kind of a world do you want to live in? Would you like to live in a world without racism? I know that I would! While it is a very aspirational vision and will likely take a lot of time to get there, it is important to start taking steps in that direction. One thing we can do is to learn a lot more about racism. The better we … [Read more...] about The End of Racism
Diversity Fuels Creativity
Greetings from Singapore, where I have been attending the annual Executive MBA Conference with other leaders from across the globe who run these programs at various universities. This is always a mentally stimulating meeting in which thought leaders from top corporations and universities share what they believe today’s – and tomorrow’s – executives need to thrive in our … [Read more...] about Diversity Fuels Creativity