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The Wedding

An openly gay coworker sharing his/her wedding plans at the office

Article: Generations Apart

A fun and interesting article about younger employees - from the perspective of a Baby Boomer. Honest thoughts and interesting stereotypes are discussed. Will some generation-based attributes still annoy us? Sure they will. Can we work through those problems? We can if we choose to do so.

Diversity Version 3.0 - Organizational Development and Continuous Education

This perspective paper discusses the concept that diversity in the workplace has steadily evolved over the last couple decades. Originally it focused primarily on race, but later broadened to include the promotion of women, people with disabilities and the LGBT community. Now, the definition of diversity is expanding further to include aspects such as physical characteristics, background, family status, military service, personality and work style. Today, in essence, diversity is all of the ways that we are similar and different to one another.

Key Concept: EEO Review

Employment decisions such as hiring, promotion, work assignments, training, disciplinary actions, pay, awards, working conditions and performance appraisal are covered under the provisions of EEO. This article provides a good overview of the EEO and key terms in employment law.

Key Concept: The Competitive Advantage of Diversity & Inclusion

There are many well-known advantages of having a diverse and inclusive workplace - the most common advantages are discussed in this easy-to-read article.

Key Concept: Unconscious Bias Defined

The term "bias" may be used to describe both positive and negative mindsets towards individuals and groups. Many references to bias refer to the persistent, harmful and unequal treatment of someone based solely on some characteristic they possess or their apparent membership in or identification with a particular group.

Structural Inequality: Applications of an Old Theory to New Organizational Challenges

This perspective paper introduces the concept of Structural Inequality (SI). SI offers a new way of looking at organizational structures and systemic practices, which contribute to inequity and exclusion. SI can be a powerful intervention as diversity and inclusion becomes the driving force behind HR and EEO initiatives to create inclusive workplaces that are free from discrimination and other unlawful practices and responsive to all groups within the organization.

Transgender Employment Policy (Sample)

This sample transgender employment policy document gives you a jump start in creating a comprehensive respectful and inclusive policy. Note: This is an example and needs to be customized per your organizational policies.

Diversity 201™ Equity and Inclusion in Action

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We all know the importance of diversity. In order to leverage your organization’s diversity, you must create an environment where all voices can be heard and valued. That’s the basis of equity and inclusion… and it’s everyone’s responsibility. Difficult diversity dynamics will happen… but you can make your workplace more caring, engaging, and respectful when you put equity and inclusion in action!

Being F.A.I.R.™ Understanding The Power of Cultural Competence

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An impactful diversity awareness program designed to help employees understand what diversity really is and when it matters most in the workplace. This program introduces the F.A.I.R.™ Approach as a practical way to improve an organization’s cultural competency. The approach can be used as a tool to build more positive, productive relationships at work that will help employees make better decisions that impact the overall productivity of the organization.

What’s This Even Mean? (from The Future of Work™)

The speed of communication is increasing and changing. This happens at all levels whether it’s face-to-face, online, text, email, video, phone... It’s happening all the time, everywhere, and impacts every generation. When we have generational differences, it’s easy to have misunderstandings and miscommunication… because we won’t all communicate in the same way.

Workplace Inclusion: Navigating Through Difficult Times™

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This new program has been designed to provide all employees with practical, inclusionary skills for recognizing and responding to tough situations they may face or witness within the workplace after a health scare or pandemic. After all, inclusion and respect are all about people having a sense of belonging; it gives people the feeling of being welcomed, respected, valued and treated fairly for who they are and what they bring or contribute to the organization.

Diversity 101™ Leveraging the Power of Inclusion, Equity & Respect

Our Best-Selling DEIB Program! An inclusive workplace doesn't need to be elusive! As organizations and customer bases become increasingly diverse, it is important for employees to be able to engage and work through differences in a positive manner that supports productivity, teamwork and customer satisfaction. This best-selling program addresses the “respect and inclusion” component of diversity – from the employee’s perspective. Topics include: unconscious (hidden) bias, cultural competence, diversity moments, gender & gender identity, rumors & gossip, joking and improper expressions.

A Hole in One… (from The Future of Work™)

Technology is definitely a factor in a lot of situations and generational misunderstandings. Many in today’s workforce grew up with technology. For them, information has always been a click away. Different ways of working can sometimes cause confusion and keep us from connecting or being effective. Sometimes we need to explore our differences and develop ways to work together more effectively. The M.E.E.T.® model can help us learn from each other in mutually beneficial ways.

I’m Calling My Therapist! (from The Future of Work™)

Wellbeing is important to the overall quality of life and research has shown that it’s a higher priority than ever before as Millennials and Generation Z become the majority of the workforce. Some work habits, while commonly accepted, are not sustainable and often lead to burnout and other serious health consequences. Employee wellbeing contributes to organizational wellbeing and operational effectiveness. It has become a priority for many employers.

What Did I Say? (from The Future of Work™)

During a team meeting, you had an employee or staff member who uses a disrespectful word without realizing it. What do you do? Shaming and blaming can get in the way of our learning... and our relationships. That means we need to know how to recognize, respond, and recover when something we say, hear or observe is offensive or has a harmful impact on others. That’s what inclusion in action means… taking intentional actions to stay connected and support belonging.

TrainingBytes® Go Home, Foreigner!

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When we perpetuate stereotypes about people based on things like their appearance or where they come from, not only is it unprofessional and disrespectful… it also can be illegal. Actions and even conversations about a co-worker based on their national origin or ethnicity is a violation of policy and can lead to legal issues if not stopped. Yes, we all have a right to think what we want to think. But… it's critical that we refrain from expressing those kinds of views - publicly or privately – by words or actions, in the workplace.

Meet Kim Foo...

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Sometimes we don’t realize that our comments or jokes are a form of ridicule and disrespect when they play off stereotypes. These kinds of jokes often offend people in the workplace or make them feel excluded. Managers need to help employees see the impact of their behavior on working relationships (and the workplace in general).

This is My Wife, Kelly...

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You have an employee who tells you they can't believe a coworker is a lesbian. They also tell you that they can no longer work with that employee. As a manager, what do you do? Ideally, organizational policies will give you some guidance on how to address sexual orientation questions and issues - from a compliance standpoint. But beyond that, there are team morale and productivity issues that need to be addressed when and if this type of situation arises.

Maximized Leadership™ Understanding & Beating Bias

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Bias is something we all have, and by itself, it’s neither good nor bad. It’s a conscious or unconscious judgment we make based on information we have learned from our own experiences or by what we have been taught by others. To further enhance our skills as a leader we must tackle any biases that create negative relationships or impede an inclusive workplace.