Leaders – at every level – often ask me what they can do to help create a culture of inclusion and belonging at their organization.  While we are often drawn to grand gestures and bold investments, there are multiple small, yet meaningful, opportunities every day for each of us to make a difference.  We can […]

I’m a new golfer who enjoys walking the course more than keeping score. My goal is to finish each hole with the same ball that I started with.    Recently, as I set off to play, I was joined by another golfer.  As we started to play, we talked about our backgrounds and work journeys.  He […]

You’ve probably heard or read a lot about unconscious or implicit bias. The term refers to biases we all hold that are hidden from ourselves, unlike conscious biases, where an individual is fully aware of their biases. Unconscious biases can be preferences for one group of people over another (tall over short, English speakers over […]

In order to create a culture of belonging, where every person can thrive, organizations need inclusive leaders. So what do we mean by “inclusive leaders”? A recent systematic review of inclusive leadership research by Korkmaz et al in Human Resource Management Review* provides us with some thoughts.  The authors find that the traits of inclusive […]

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape of workplaces and virtual gatherings, the pursuit of fostering inclusivity and meaningful connections has never been more paramount. Meetings often risk becoming mere formalities, leaving participants disengaged and isolated. However, a simple yet potent tool has the potential to revolutionize the dynamics of any gathering, whether it’s a corporate assembly […]

Team meetings are an essential part of any workplace. They allow teams to come together, collaborate on projects, and make decisions. However, if team meetings are not inclusive, they can be counterproductive. When some team members feel excluded or marginalized, they are less likely to participate and share their ideas. This can lead to poorer […]