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 […]
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 […]
In celebration of International Women’s Day today we are focusing on Female Empowerment. The key to female empowerment in business is recognition and appreciation. This is an important goal for many ambitious women, but it can be challenging to attain when success doesn’t come easily – making matters worse is the perception that any woman […]
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 […]
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 […]
Psychological safety is the unfettered access to bring one’s whole self to work. Rather than hiding, concealing, or feigning an identity, it demands that all members of an organisation be authentic and cooperative. When a psychologically secure environment is established, people are able to communicate and collaborate with ease while fostering an atmosphere of curiosity […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mental health is a term which can cover a multitude of different issues. However, it is important to note that mental health can be affected by diversity, equity, and inclusion. According to a Forbes article, mental health and diversity and inclusion (D&I) are interrelated, pointing out how employees from diverse backgrounds may be faced with several […]
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