Diversity and inclusion is a hot topic in the corporate world, from the reality of the gender pay gap becoming further exposed to increasing anti-diversity scandals. Needless to say, there appears to be a need to recap, re-educate and re-strategise the benefits of equality and diversity in the workplace and as a fundamental strength in business, embraced no matter what size or industry. It has become imperative to attract and retain the best talent, a mechanism to create synergy between a diverse workforce and a successful business.
Let’s reflect and ask ourselves:
- What is diversity in the workplace?
- Is diversity at the heart of my business?
- Does diversity boost or risk group performance?
- How can I handle challenges that come with promoting diversity?
- What ‘types’ of diversity are in question?
- Do my workforce reflect the clients we communicate with and sell to?
- Do I believe that a diverse workforce can increase business and profitability?
- What can I do to transform your managerial and employee mindset and make diversity a way of life?
Stephen Cuppello (Psychology Data Analyst) and Charlotte Purdie (HR Advisor) at Thomas International, examine how diversity and inclusivity has shaped, and will continue to shape, the human experience and identity in the workplace, why diversity is important in the workplace and how companies can start tracking execution and addressing unconscious bias, among other challenges, with psychometric assessments.
Our whitepaper, “Rethinking Workplace Diversity” can help you communicate diversity in the workplace and give you tips on how to promote diversity in the workplace. Workplace diversity has the power to instil feelings of belonging, to increase profits, lead to more innovation, drive better decisions and make teams more products. More and more organisations are embarking on diversity programmes, which means its important to understand what diversity in the workplace means, what is can bring to organisations and how to capitalise on the benefits whilst being aware of the inherent challenges. Download our free whitepaper now to find out more.
