Thought Leaders
Inclusion Isn’t Just a Checkbox Anymore — It’s What Investors Are Looking For
Inclusion isn't a favor or a buzzword; it's a strategic filter for what we miss, who we overlook and what that ultimately costs.
Inclusion
Thought Leaders
My Company Went Unnoticed for Years — But Everything Changed Once I Stopped Doing This One Thing
It's not personal, it's business? No way. Business is personal.
By James Young
Thought Leaders
3 Workplace Biases Inclusive Leaders Can Reduce Right Now
Here are three biases inclusive leaders should address and reduce to foster a more equitable, collaborative and high-performing workplace.
Thought Leaders
How Entrepreneurs Can Create a More Inclusive Office Space
When you want your office to feel more inclusive, remember to consider the roles of design and layout.
Thought Leaders
Why the Future of Digital Design Needs to Be Trauma-Informed
Online interactions can create stress responses in users, but if designers and developers received trauma-informed training, the benefits would go well beyond "do no further harm."
Thought Leaders
Do You Perpetuate Harm Against Your LGBTQIA+ Employees — and Sabotage Your Organization’s Success in the Process?
Creating a truly inclusive and supportive workplace for LGBTQIA+ employees requires leaders to embark on their own journey of self-discovery and healing, leading to innovation and financial sustainability on an organizational level.
Human Resources
How to Implement Effective DEI Initiatives — A 4-Step Guide for Chief Diversity Officers
Crafting an effective DEI strategy is crucial for modern businesses due to its ethical and financial benefits. Here's how Chief Diversity Officers can successfully implement and optimize DEI initiatives.
By Thomas Paik
Thought Leaders
How CEO Favoritism Contributes to Workplace Toxicity — and How to Create a Fair and Inclusive Work Environment
CEO favoritism undermines company culture, but these effective strategies for fostering fairness and engagement can help avoid favoritism pitfalls.
Human Resources
Here’s What You Need to Create a Dynamic, Innovative and Resilient Work Environment
Harness the synergy of DEI and a change-proof mindset to unlock unparalleled innovation, resilience and success.
By Adam Markel
Human Resources
Why DEI Still Matters for Small Businesses and Startups
DEI shouldn't be just a buzzword.
By Murali Nethi
Human Resources
Prioritize DEI and Crush Your ROI Goals — How Inclusive and Authentic Marketing Drive Business Growth
There's one business hack that's winning, though it's often overlooked: Diversity, equity and inclusion is good for business — and just plain good.
By Larry Adams
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.
Thought Leaders
How to Revolutionize Your Organization Through the Power of Inclusive Leadership
The impact of inclusive leadership has the power to transform your business — here's how.
By Chris Kille
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
In a Polarized World, How Can Leaders Foster Unity Without Losing Their Identity?
These three practices can help leaders in complex environments.
By Sam Rockwell
Human Resources
Why Promoting Gender Diversity is the Key to Success for Your Business
Want your company to be sustainable, adaptable, and geared towards success? Look towards creating a gender-diverse environment in your workplace. Here are some tips to help you along.
By Greg Waisman
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
How to Ensure Your Workplace Is Truly Inclusive for Everyone
How businesses can start preparing for a future that will be determined more by inclusive policies and practices than traditional business metrics.
By Nish Parikh
Buying a Franchise
If You Want to Join a Franchise That Is Truly Diverse, These Are the Top 100 to Consider
These franchises are putting their money where their mouth is when it comes to inclusivity.
Marketing
What the ‘Barbie’ Movie Can Teach Businesses About Effective Multicultural Marketing
Here are three key insights from the "Barbie" movie's multicultural marketing playbook.
Thought Leaders
How to Build an Inclusive Culture That Permeates All Levels of the Organization
Why the fundamental characteristics of an inclusive organization must be implemented at both leadership and managerial levels — and how to ensure they are.
Entrepreneurs
Do the Same People Always Talk at Your Meetings? Ask Yourself These 10 Questions to Make Meetings More Productive
Meetings that do not have a unique purpose, warrant debate or specific action item decisions are not inclusive — and therefore tend to be unproductive. Here's how to make sure you're making the most of your meeting time.
By Julie Kratz
Thought Leaders
3 Inclusive Workplace Practices For Your Remote Team
In today's interconnected world, organizations often face the challenge of managing multicultural and geographically dispersed teams. Here are some tips on how to encourage inclusion.
Thought Leaders
How Inclusive Leaders Can Understand and Harness the Power in Juneteenth
For leaders who are looking to lead more inclusively, this article gives some insights into what they can do, what they need to learn, and how they can support Black colleagues, friends and family around Juneteenth.
Marketing
Beyond Marketing — How Brands Can Truly Support the Black Community on Juneteenth
Here are a few authentic ways businesses can support and serve as allies to the Black community on Juneteenth.
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