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Written by Liz McDermott |
For many business leaders, initiatives to increase inclusion and diversity must now be front-and-center in the workplace. That’s why we thought we’d share with you this article by Naz Beheshti for Forbes Women on how ‘Inclusion, not only diversity, should be the goal if we want an equitable workplace.’
Naz’s company, Prananaz, helps organizations to improve their company culture alongside employee engagement and well-being. Beginning her career as the executive assistant to Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, Naz has a deep understanding of the challenges leaders and professionals face in high-pressure environments.
Her article for Forbes touches on how if diversity is about getting underrepresented people in the door, inclusion is about getting them an equal seat at the table. Topics include:
- Numbers ensure transparency and accountability
- Don’t blame the pipeline
- There must be diversity at the top
- Inclusion lags behind diversity
The Business Case for DEI Training
Remember this powerful message from Naz, highlighting how success is achievable when you have the right mindset and determination:
“We are amid a defining turning point in our nation’s history. The business case for diversity is stronger than ever right now. How Black Lives Matter resonates with a broad multi-racial coalition demonstrates that this is about much more than the bottom line. Business leaders who seize the moment can not only do right by their companies. They can substantially contribute to creating a more just and equitable society.”
Remember those words and let them inspire you to reach your goals.
Read Naz’s full article on Forbes to learn new ways to increase workplace inclusion.
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Vubiz offers DEI training to help you deliver a cohesive message about racism, unconscious bias, diversity, and inclusion. Popular topics include ‘Diversity in the Workplace’, ‘Unconcious Bias’, and ‘Let’s Talk About Racism.’
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