Diversity Training

Thought Leaders

Consumers and Employees Still Want Diversity — Here’s How Businesses Can Get It Right

For companies, the current backlash against DEI programs is an opportunity to refocus by addressing their flaws.

By Dax Dasilva

Building a Business

Celebrating Juneteenth Isn’t Just for Black People. How Companies and Other Employees Benefit, Too.

By Nika White

Thought Leaders

9 Ways Winning Startups Build Inclusive Teams From the Start

By Asad Khan

Thought Leaders

78% of Projects Fail Because of This One Problem — Here’s How Continuous Learning Solves It

By Bidhan Baruah

Thought Leaders

4 DEI Lessons from the Paris Olympics That Can Help Entrepreneurs Succeed

The 2024 Olympics showcased numerous instances of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Here are some DEI takeaways that entrepreneurs can implement in their businesses today.

By Nika White

Human Resources

4 Ways Internalized Oppression is Holding You Back from Success — And Ways to Overcome It

For entrepreneurs of color, the pursuit of success can often feel like an uphill battle. While fellow entrepreneurs are doing well, scaling their businesses, building their teams, and getting national recognition, we might compare our business and professional trajectory to theirs and wonder why the same success hasn't happened to us.

By Nika White

Human Resources

I’m Disabled — And Here Are 3 Meaningful Ways Your Company Can Foster a More Inclusive Workplace

I've lived with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and I've seen firsthand what true inclusion can do for an organization.

By Jose Flores

Human Resources

Why Companies Grappling With ‘Diversity Fatigue’ Need to Change Their Approach to Juneteenth

There's an unfortunate trend sweeping the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) space these days: fatigue. DEI fatigue is the feeling of exhaustion, frustration and skepticism around working toward a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization. Champions of DEI like thought leaders, consultants, diversity officers, and others are committed, but there are a substantial number of companies that are fatigued and questioning their commitment.

By Nika White

Human Resources

Why DEI Still Matters for Small Businesses and Startups

DEI shouldn't be just a buzzword.

By Murali Nethi

Business Branding

Why the National Football League Is a Leader in Social and Corporate Impact

Along with enjoying its highest ever viewership ratings, the NFL has evolved into a pioneering force for social change and corporate impact.

By Craig Kielburger

Thought Leaders

DEI Initiatives Are Dissolving — Here’s How Managers Can Step Up and Reverse This Unsettling Trend

A recent disturbing trend has emerged that threatens our collective progress: the dissolution of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

By Ayesha Whyte

Thought Leaders

How to Lead a Multigenerational Workforce to Success

Companies that explore age differences through a positive lens can fuel creativity, effective knowledge transfer and revenue, while nurturing happier and more fulfilled teams.

By Gisele Marcus

Building a Business

Are Your Christian Holidays Excluding Your Staff? DEI Expert Reveals How We Can Equitably Handle Time Off For The Company.

Before you hit "deny" on that PTO request, make sure you aren't saying no to someone's religious holiday needs. There are three religious and cultural holidays in December that may have slipped your mind.

By Nika White

Building a Business

Does Mandatory Diversity Training Work? A DEI Expert Reveals The Pros and Cons.

DEI expert Nika White reveals the pros and cons of mandatory DEI training in the workplace.

By Nika White

Thought Leaders

It’s Not Enough to Simply Acknowledge Indigenous People’s Day. Here Are 4 Ways Employers Can Take Action, Help and Support Native Americans.

On Indigenous Peoples' Day, commit to ending performative allyship and invest your time or money to take action to support Indigenous Peoples.

By Nika White

Thought Leaders

How Women Can Beat the Odds in the Tech Industry

The tech industry continues to suffer from a significant gender gap, with women holding less than a third of relevant positions, and the rise of AI and automation further marginalizing them.

By Lena Grundhoefer

Thought Leaders

3 Keys to Success for Black Women Entrepreneurs

Even in the face of adversity, a resilient spirit, clear vision and unwavering commitment can make all the difference in achieving success and positively impacting the world.

By Lauren Gall

Human Resources

Know a DEI Skeptic? Use These 3 Strategies to Engage Them

Not everyone is on board with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. For those that are hoping it will fade away, it is time to engage them proactively before they disrupt the culture.

By Julie Kratz

Marketing

Where Anheuser-Busch Went Wrong and How We Can Do Better

Failed campaigns do more harm than good — not just for the company but also for the causes and people they only feign to support.

By Jack Truong

Tech

Artificial Intelligence Can Be Racist, Sexist and Creepy. Here Are 5 Ways You Can Counter This In Your Enterprise.

Today's entrepreneurs and innovators are exploring ways to use artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer service, but is this technology truly an advancement or does it introduce new complications by amplifying existing cultural biases, like sexism and racism? 

By Jamey Harvey

Thought Leaders

The 6 Do’s and Don’ts for Engaging in Juneteenth Conversations

As a DEI expert, I'll share my tips for engaging in meaningful conversations about Juneteenth — and damaging actions you must avoid at all costs.

By Nika White

Business News

How to Foster True Inclusion in Your Business

Everyone deserves to feel like they belong at work. Here's how you can help ensure your employees do.

By Miriam Lewis

Thought Leaders

Companies Aren’t Talking About Black Vernacular and Dialect Bias in The Workplace. Here’s Why That Needs to Change.

One of the biggest strikes against Black workers in the United States isn't always the way they look or dress, but it can often be something more subtle and ingrained: how they speak.

By Nika White

Business News

Uber Suspends Its Diversity Chief After ‘Don’t Call Me Karen’ Session Elicits Outrage

Head of diversity Bo Young Lee led a series of discussions about race and the experiences of underrepresented groups called "Moving Forward."

By Amanda Breen

Business Ideas

Great Minds Think Unalike — 3 Ways to Drive True Innovation Through Diversity

When companies diversify at every level, they see increased success. Here's how to follow suit.

By Jack Truong

Thought Leaders

4 Ways Inclusive Leaders Can Respond to the Weaponizing of DEI

Inclusive leaders must be prepared to respond to the arguments around the value of more inclusive cultures to ensure that we do not undermine our core values and commitments to employees and all stakeholders.

By Chuck H. Shelton

Thought Leaders

Does DEI Training Work? It Depends How Proactive It Is.

DEI training can be great for any business, but only under the right circumstances from the top down.

By Julie Kratz

Thought Leaders

Is Diversity Work Actually Helping or Hurting Businesses? The Answer Is Complex.

DEI work continues to polarize the workforce into two sides — pro-DEI and anti-DEI — yet most people are in the middle. Let's illustrate how DEI can unite or divide organizations by tapping into the following three proven strategies.

By Julie Kratz

Thought Leaders

5 Qualities of Black Excellence Overlooked in the Workplace

Now is the time for conventional, white and eurocentric workplaces to finally recognize the unique qualities that come from Black culture and lift up employees who exemplify these qualities.

By Nika White

Thought Leaders

6 Ways to Celebrate Black History Month and Be a Better Ally in the Workforce Beyond February

An authentic celebration of Black heritage throughout the year can help companies foster understanding and empathy among coworkers from different backgrounds. Such a celebration also allows employees to learn more about their colleagues' experiences, which promotes a deeper sense of community and understanding. How to be a Better Ally in the Workplace During Black History Month — and Beyond.

By Chuck H. Shelton