DEIB Is More Than Just the Right Thing to Do: It’s Also Good for Business
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) initiatives have become increasingly important for businesses of all sizes. In addition to being the right thing to do, DEIB initiatives can also have a significant positive impact on a company’s bottom line. A number of studies have shown a clear correlation between DEIB initiatives and financial performance. For […]
Company Reviews Can Be a Lifeline
“This company doesn’t care about its employees. If it did, I could unplug on vacation, but I can’t!” “Management could care less if I need a mental health day. Not a place who cares.” “I felt the pay and benefits were not keeping up with the workload.” “Stay away! Way too many hours and so […]
5 Ways to Promote Better Diversity in Your Leaders and Teams
Leaders are often tasked with ensuring a more inclusive environment for all employees, from hiring practices to company culture. This can be an uphill battle, especially when companies have been founded based on race or gender; however, there are ways to create a diverse workforce that can bolster morale and efficiency within your organisation. To […]
Creating an Inclusive Culture to Unlock Diversity
In order to be successful at reducing gender disparity in business, organisations must foster a culture which values and supports any initiatives aimed at achieving it. This requires dedicated effort from everyone – employees as well as managers – leading up to concrete actions being taken towards this goal. Despite the numerous attempts that have […]
Diversity in Trucking? Yes, it is a Must!
Did you know, according to Trucking HR Canada, that females are only about 4% of truck drivers in Canada? Working females in the country make up approximately 48% of the population, so something is missing. Why are the females not in the trucking industry? I worked over 23 years in the trucking industry (and back […]
Incorporating Diversity into Your Communication: A Guide to Authenticity
In the workplace, communicating with authority is a key element to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Knowing how to effectively communicate with colleagues and management is critical in order to create a respectful environment that embraces different ideas and perspectives. Through DEIB initiatives, organisations can not only increase productivity but also create an […]
How Unconscious Bias in the Workplace can negatively affect your LGBTQ Employees
The LGBTQ community is often underrepresented in the corporate world, and when they do make it through the hiring process, they are faced with a new challenge: unconscious bias. Unconscious bias is a hidden form of discrimination that exists within workplaces and can have a serious negative impact on career development for LGBTQ employees. Unconscious […]
Why Disability Awareness Training in the Workplace is Important
Disability Awareness is a topic that is essential for both employees and employers. There are many ways to promote disability awareness in the workplace, but the most important way is through education. Employers can provide training on how to be more accessible and inclusive of people with disabilities, and employees can learn about what disabilities […]
Why Hybrid and Flexible Working is Key to Productivity and Good Mental Health
In an era of unprecedented disruption, the notion of hybrid work is something that many find unfamiliar. Indeed, while it represents a sharp departure from the traditional work model, what exactly constitutes this innovative approach to employment remains an open question. To gain insight into its evolution over time and explore its effects on society […]
Why you should kick-start a workplace wellbeing plan this January!
Christmas and New Year are often a season of extravagance, during which we indulge ourselves with copious amounts of alcohol and chocolate. This is particularly true in December when compared to any other time in the year. As the festive season draws to a close, that final selection box will surely be purged of its […]