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Everyday Diversity™ The Assertive Salesperson
When we think about other people, we need to be aware of how bias may come into play. This is particularly true when the same behavior is seen as positive or negative depending on the gender of the other person. As we think about how to put awareness into action, we must watch the words we use to describe others and strive to be fair and equitable in our descriptions.
Everyday Diversity™ Difficult Name
We all know the dangers that come from making assumptions based on one aspect of a person - such as their name. People want to be seen as whole people and our name is just one part of who we are. This kind of bias can be very subtle and we may not even realize that it is being done. So, as we think about putting this into action, let’s support all of employees in the appropriate pronunciation of their names and to watching any biases that start from someone’s name.
Everyday Diversity™ His Husband
There are still many stereotypes and prejudices about LGBTQ+ people - and this can often make it hard to come to work depending upon the attitudes and behaviors of co-workers. While we may not agree with every aspect of all of our co-workers, what we can agree on is that people need to be treated with respect and dignity.
Everyday Diversity™ I Can Hear You!
People with disabilities live normal happy lives and most of the time are very independent and self-sufficient. Don’t offend someone by assuming that they cannot do something or that they have to have your help, but be willing to offer if it is desired.
Everyday Diversity™ Mary the Dinosaur
We can make assumptions about people based on their age – younger people will be great with technology for example or anyone over the age of 25 will have a harder time adjusting to the software changes. But, assumptions like this can have a real-life impact on our work teams.
Everyday Diversity™ More Than Meets the Eye
How we present ourselves to the world is part of our personal choices. Some people prefer a laid back styles, some prefer a buttoned up conservative look. So long as people are within the dress code, what people are wearing is personal.
Everyday Diversity™ Taking Our Jobs!
Caring for ourselves and our families is something that everyone in the world worries about. And, immigrants are no exception of the rule. Often immigrants are willing to take jobs that other people find too hard or that they are willing to take because they have other opportunities. Other immigrants provide highly sought after skills and degrees that help companies to be successful. Helping immigrants to be successful at work helps everyone be a great part of a work team.
Everyday Diversity™ They Went to School...Where?
Bias and stereotypes can impact us in many ways... including assuming that just because someone didn’t go to prestigious university - they won’t be a great employee. So, when we are reviewing resumes for new hires, it is important to not let those biases keep us from seriously considering candidates for reasons like the school they attended.
Everyday Diversity™ What Does a Girl Know?
Sometimes a department or field is dominated by one gender and it can be hard for people who aren’t that gender to be successful in that field - due to ingrained perceptions or long-standing stereotypes. Think male nurses... or female software developers.
Inclusion Is...™
Creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity helps us achieve our organization’s goals – both cultural and financial. This thought-provoking, powerful short video uses impactful imagery, video and music to encourage discussion on the importance of embracing inclusion.
Making A World of Difference in the Workplace™
It's a given... the workplace is going to be more diverse. So your employees, managers and executive team need to know it’s important that they use cultural competency skills to interact and communicate respectfully. The bottom line: By better understanding others, YOU can make a world of difference in your organization.
Discussion Card: Creating a Respectful & Inclusive Workplace
These easy-to-use cards provide a simple model (M.E.E.T.) along with thought-provoking questions to create a respectful flow of communication - helping everyone recognize, respond to, and resolve difficult interactions involving diversity and inclusion dynamics. These cards are great for a quick training reminder, reinforcement or as a conversation generator.
Group or Individual: Which Motivates You?
How cultures from around the world look at motivation differently.
M.E.E.T. Zero Tolerance: Enforcing Zero Tolerance with Fairness and Respect
Enforcing a zero tolerance policy can put managers and supervisors in a tough position. With no gray areas, second chances or margins for error, they must handle each situation properly to avoid legal repercussions for themselves and their organizations. This program adapts the M.E.E.T. approach to help managers and supervisors deal with zero tolerance situations respectfully, legally and consistently.
Managing Generations: M.E.E.T. for Respect in the Workplace™
Leaders can turn the challenge of multiple generations in the workplace into a competitive advantage by applying the concepts of this program to the complexities of managing a multigenerational workforce. Managers gain insights, strategies and skills that help minimize generational conflict, strengthen collaboration and improve teamwork for better results.
Mix Diverse Personalities (Team Spark Video)
Creating a team comprised of diverse individuals may require a more careful balancing of components, but in the end provides the opportunity for brilliant results when done with careful thought and respect.
Everyday Diversity™ An Introduction to Diversity Recruiting & Hiring
Are you curious how diversity can help your team be more innovative and impact your culture? To begin, we need to know that diversity is a term that doesn’t apply to just a few things … like race and gender… diversity also encompasses people from different cultures or regions of the country. Or, it could be people of different ages or educational backgrounds.
Everyday Diversity™ Selecting Diverse Candidates
How important is it to select diverse candidates? Conventional wisdom says that having team members who are all alike… makes working together easier… and that may be true. But, when it comes to creative and innovative ideas, a diverse team gets better results.
Hierarchy or Equality: Do you know where you stand?
How respect is defined differently in varying cultures around the world.
High Risk or Low Risk: What's your comfort level?
How uncertainty and ambiguity impacts work decisions and team relationships.