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If you're ready, workplaces are readier than ever to embrace your differences.
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Building a Business
Big Business Leaders Urge Repeal of Mississippi Law Opposed by LGBT Community
By Reuters
Building a Business
Powerful Tech CEOs — More Than Politicians, Advocates or Religious Leaders — Are Driving the Debate Over LGBT Laws
Salesforce came in and pushed the governor of Georgia up against a wall over a anti-gay legislation, and this week, Apple, Google and Facebook are among the companies putting serious pressure on North Carolina's governor over anti-transgender laws.
Business News
After Business Backlash, Georgia Governor to Veto Bill Seen as Anti-Gay
Under the bill, faith-based groups could not be forced to hire or retain an employee whose beliefs run counter to the organization's.
By Reuters
Business News
Disney, Marvel Threaten to Skip Filming in Georgia if Governor Signs ‘Anti-Gay Bill’
Pressure is building for governor to veto the legislation.
Business News
Salesforce CEO Threatens to Take Business Out of Georgia If ‘Anti-Gay Bill’ Is Signed
Marc Benioff has fought for gay rights before, and he's been supportive of equal pay for men and women.
Building a Business
How the Gay Marriage Decision Affects Every Small Business
The Supreme Court ruling means that every company that employs workers has to revisit some policies and benefits.
Building a Business
Apple’s Tim Cook Joins Tech CEOs in Blasting Indiana Religious Freedom Law
Opponents of the controversial law say it could allow companies to deny services to gay people.
By Reuters
Business Legal
Indiana Governor Signs Religious Freedom Law, Sparking Debates That Echo the Hobby Lobby Dispute
While supporters say the law protects small business owners' religious freedom, critics say it will allow for discrimination against gay customers and drive business out of the state.
By Kate Taylor
Building a Business
Finding the Hidden Market That Your Business Is Missing Out On
Stereotypes can inadvertently prompt you to ignore important customer segments -- consumers who could become your top buyers.
By Jack Holt
Thought Leaders
How Barilla Transformed Into a Trailblazer for Corporate Equality
Today, the company has added transgender-related care to its health benefits, contributes money to gay rights causes and has featured a lesbian couple on a promotional website.
By Geoff Weiss
Thought Leaders
Tim Cook Is Wrong: You Really Can’t Fire Someone For Being Gay
Tim Cook, in acknowledging his homosexuality, perpetuated a politically charged myth about gays in the workplace.
Thought Leaders
How to Mix Business and Politics Without Ruining Your Business
In our democracy everyone is free to advocate their views but it won't be free if you alienate your customers.
Building a Business
What Obama’s Order Banning Gay Discrimination Means for Businesses
Many entrepreneurs may be surprised to learn that federal laws have not addressed sexual-orientation or gender-identity bias inside private companies.
Thought Leaders
Should Gay CEOs Come Out of the Closet?
Why, in this day and age, are CEOs reluctant to go on the record as being gay? Should they be?
By Steve Tobak
Thought Leaders
What Mozilla’s Chief Forgot About 21st Century Leadership
The rise of 'glass house' transparency is redefining the reality of business life. Are you aware of the new rules of the game?