Increased diversity and inclusion are vital for organizational success, yet many leaders struggle to turn good intentions into meaningful action. The Inclusive Leadership Commitment process offers a simple, structured way to build accountability and drive change. This repeatable model brings together small groups of leaders to reflect, share, and hold each other responsible for measurable … Read More
Inclusive leadership is critical for organizations striving to create diverse and equitable cultures. However, many leaders think they are already inclusive when, in reality, they have blindspots limiting their effectiveness. My 18 years of experience in diversity and inclusion solutions has shown that around 90% of leaders fall into this category. I call these blindspots … Read More
In today’s increasingly diverse world, organizations are recognizing the importance of inclusivity and diversity. However, one common frustration that arises is the lack of commitment to these values. While many organizations initially respond to incidents like George Floyd’s murder with words and promises, they often fail to follow through and make substantial changes. This lack … Read More
Leadership is not an easy job. Not only do leaders have responsibilities towards their teams, but they must also maintain a good working environment in order to get the most out of their employee’s potential. This often includes introducing diversity and inclusion initiatives that may be met with resistance or disapproval from some members of … Read More
We have seen time and time again that men also have a critical role in creating real change for diversity in the workplace. Removing the barriers women face, such as gender bias and stereotyping, a lack of mentors, role models and sponsors, as well as exclusion from key decision making or opportunities, will not only … Read More
Cultural diversity in the workplace continues to grow as the world becomes increasingly globalised and connected. Companies are finding themselves with a more diverse workforce and when managed inclusively, this diversity can be a game changer for productivity, engagement, innovation, creativity, and retention. This is because a workforce that represents a wide range of … Read More
The rise of remote work has changed the way companies are managing remote employees and as the trend continues, it’s crucial to ensure that all employees feel included, regardless of where they work from. As a HR leader or executive within your company, you play an important role in fostering a culture of inclusiveness and … Read More
There is serious underrepresentation of women in leadership, according to the latest Women in the Workplace 2022 report to come out from McKinskey. It’s an issue for organisations because the data shows that companies do better when they appoint more women to leadership positions. So, why then are women still leaving leadership roles in droves? Or, … Read More
Groupthink occurs when members of the group agree with each other in their setting in order to reach a harmonious consensus. As a result, decision making is often impaired because individual thoughts, ideas, and opinions are not contributed – or if they are, they are not considered – in favour of a cohesive outcome. People’s ability … Read More
What I have observed is that feelings of exclusion in workplace – where an individual feels excluded either once or over a longer period of time – can either “make or break you”. When we feel excluded, we feel like we can never really fit in – whether that’s in our place of employment or … Read More