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Racial inequality and conversations we can’t afford to ignore

Racial inequality and conversations we can’t afford to ignore

What I learned from a conversation with John Lewis
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Gender and Cultural Diversity – how can you build an effective workforce?

Gender and Cultural Diversity – how can you build an effective workforce?

Do you know of a company which claims to be culturally diverse through hiring multiple nationalities?   Have you come across an organisation that embraces gender equality by citing single Board representatives?  Consider the companies you work with or know of – just for 5 minutes?Continue readingGender and Cultural Diversity – how can you build an effective workforce?

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Your business case for embracing the diversity and culture agenda

Your business case for embracing the diversity and culture agenda

A more diverse workforce will give a wider perspective. Negotiations will deliver new understanding of fundamental cultural differences in approach that may have eluded you. Your organisation will also be more capable of producing a rich variety of output that is innovatory, and more resonant, which will enable the business to embrace a wider range of targets…Continue readingYour business case for embracing the diversity and culture agenda

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Introverts at the top and Cultural Norms

Introverts at the top and cultural norms – where is your organisation when it comes to selecting leaders?

In the West many organisations seek dynamic, charismatic leaders; in the East they assume dynamic, autocratic leadership will be most effective. In today’s global village perhaps the quiet leadership of proactive employees will make a difference?Continue readingIntroverts at the top and Cultural Norms