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Yet, despite political attention and federal regulations—the Equal Pay Act was established in 1963 !—there Next week, we’ll suggest actionable strategies leaders and organizations can employ, from policies to technology and legal assistance. MORE
Want to understand more about diversity and inclusion ? We know it instinctively, but the facts back it up: the employee experience (EX) is bettered by inclusion and diversity. In fact, organizations with strong “diversity climates” (i.e., MORE
Despite best intentions, our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts often fail. firms, Frank Dobbin, professor of sociology at Harvard University, reported that some of the most effective diversity solutions aren’t even designed with diversity in mind. MORE
Focusing on talent diversity is no longer optional. A true diversity and inclusion initiative is about more than ensuring that rules are followed and the requisite diversity programs and regulations are in place. MORE
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A few weeks ago I shared both my personal perspective and some of the conversations we’re having as a company—including initial efforts to stand in solidarity with our Black Community—and my outlook on how we can all unite for equality. Building inclusive products and technology. MORE
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A surprisingly diverse list of companies lets employees sleep on the job, including Google, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Zappos, the Huffington Post and even ice cream giant Ben & Jerry’s. Can employees get their forty winks and still put in a productive 40 hours? MORE
To compete for and win members of this valuable talent pool , employers need targeted veteran recruiting strategies that align with veteran’s preference about workplace diversity and recruiting. Military Veterans and Service Members Share Their Thoughts on Diversity. MORE
Organizations today are more diverse than ever today. Most companies benefit from a diverse environment, but there are always certain challenges that may rise. Realizing that truth and developing hands-on strategies that welcome diversity is imperative. MORE
Is your company fully leaning into workplace diversity and inclusion? Here’s a closer look at the benefits of diversity and inclusion – and steps for achieving your D&I goals. Defining diversity and inclusion. What is workplace diversity? MORE
For HR, building a workplace culture of inclusivity and equality is a worthy goal—but as Namely’s latest Workplace Diversity Report reveals, the goal is a lofty one. In our Workplace Diversity Report 2018 , expert analysts poured over data from over 175,000 employees. MORE
Workplace diversity is a pressing topic among HR pros. That attention often focuses on how diversity affects the company — but what about how minorities' experiences affect people personally and professionally? Talent Management Talent Management Diversity MORE
Using Referrals to Improve Diversity Diversity has become an HR buzzword, thrown around in meetings and leveraged for positive PR, but what does diversity really mean? Legally, diversity refers to the age, socioeconomic background, gender, race and ethnicity differences in your workforce. Diversity sourcing, by extension, is a dedicated effort to attract, engage, and hire a diverse slate of candidates. Diversity begins and ends with your company culture. MORE
More and more employers are realizing the advantages of a diverse workforce and are putting considerable effort into attracting workers from varied backgrounds who bring varied strengths. But diversity is about much more. Promoting Diversity Programs. MORE
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why Is Diversity In The Workplace Important? MORE
Institutional resistance to managing workplace diversity” (2019). Deciding not to value diversity and inclusion can jeopardize organizations to legal liability, workplace conflict , and other detrimental barriers to success. Summary of: Bui, Q. and Eguaikhide, O., MORE
Starbucks, reacting to a national debate, closed 8,000 of its US coffee stores on Tuesday, 29 of May, to conduct racial bias training—a type of diversity training. . Why companies even do diversity training? But there are more reasons to implement diversity training. MORE
Right around the year 2000, initiatives encouraging employee diversity were a key growing Human Resources trend. Leaders researched best practices, consulted with experts, and crafted programs to encourage diversity throughout every level of their organizations. MORE
This is not the 1960s, but it’s difficult to convince many female employees who function within outdated corporate Human Resources policies. Family-Friendly Work-Life Balance Policies. Employer policies supporting work-life balance are important to women. MORE
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why is Diversity in the workplace important? MORE
I firmly believe that there is finally an opportunity to correct massive injustice, dismantle the structures of systemic racism, and co-create a new future where all people can have true freedom, equal rights, and equal opportunities for a life of safety and prosperity. MORE
That risk is also heightened by traditional gender roles, coupled with the current status of gender equality in leadership where men still vastly outnumber and out-earn women. It is no secret that women are more often the primary carers in opposite-sex families. MORE
Suggestion #1: Don’t fear diversity! The truth is that the workforce is becoming larger and more diverse every year, so ignoring diversity isn’t really an option anymore. In fact, ignoring diversity is actually doing companies more harm than good. MORE
Diversity is becoming a strategic change imperative at many organisations, and for good reason. Studies show that organisations with a more diverse workforce – in terms of gender, ethnicity and race – are more productive, more efficient, and ultimately, more profitable. Diversity, of course, starts with HR hiring policies that are able to attract the best and brightest and convince them to join the company. MORE
It’s time for a new approach to improve workplace diversity and inclusion – one focused on changing the environment in order to “de-weaponise the cultures that we oversee,” argued John Amaechi, a former NBA basketball player turned organisational psychologist, at the CIPD Festival of Work 2020. “We MORE
The walk is just one example of how we are encouraging our employees to bring their authentic self to work and supporting them with employee resource groups,” says Molly Ford, the director of Salesforce’s office of equality. s(HPQ) Lesley Slaton Brown, the company’s chief diversity officer. MORE
What is the Value of Diversity for LGBT+ People? Assessing the value of Diversity at an individual level is not just a question of the business case. For most members of the LGBT+ community, the Value of Diversity has a lot to do with visibility and awareness. MORE
March is Women’s History Month, and we’re talking all things Diversity & Inclusion. Then there are the millions of users who covet smart products such as wearable technology and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. But there’s a disturbing lack of diversity within the tech industry. MORE
Never before has the Equal Pay Act (EPA) gotten so much attention. The EPA includes only four defenses to a claim of unequal pay: A seniority system; A merit system; A system that measures earnings by quantity or quality of product; or. MORE
With recent equality movements gaining momentum in society, there is a powerful microscope on companies today. Many are trying to evaluate their own organization’s diversity, but diversity has many layers. In other words, inclusion is the real goal, not just diversity. MORE
Workplace diversity and inclusion is a fundamental topic in business circles. First and foremost, it’s necessary to understand what workplace diversity is. Employees in a company may be diverse, but not included in office processes. Begin by recruiting to promote diversity. MORE
Diversity and inclusion initiatives have ramped up over the last few weeks, but how can we ensure that these are not fleeting efforts? Research shows that 57% of employees want their organization to improve diversity amongst their workforce. Here are a few ways to demonstrate long-term commitment to diversity and inclusion while acknowledging the difficulty to make systemic change. Openly share diversity growth strategy. MORE
Mention diversity in the workplace and you’ll generally get a positive response from executives. That’s because most of them understand the many benefits of a diverse workforce. Diversity in the workplace benefits. And execs know a diverse workforce (in age, race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, and gender) brings diverse viewpoints and perspectives to the company; these elements can help you develop great new products and great new ways to cater to customers. MORE
And I just built Trainual’s official Diversity & Inclusion policy. And with today’s ongoing fight for equality here in the US, failure was not an option! I thought about what policies and procedures could have been in place to protect me. MORE
Prior to co-founding Thrive, I worked at Berlitz where I led the development of assessments and online training courses that helped leaders develop the skills necessary to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. Revamp your search process to cultivate diverse candidate pools. MORE
Trainual
JUNE 15, 2020
And I just built Trainual’s official Diversity & Inclusion policy. And with today’s ongoing fight for equality here in the US, failure was not an option! I thought about what policies and procedures could have been in place to protect me.
15Five
JUNE 23, 2020
I firmly believe that there is finally an opportunity to correct massive injustice, dismantle the structures of systemic racism, and co-create a new future where all people can have true freedom, equal rights, and equal opportunities for a life of safety and prosperity.
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cipHR
JUNE 30, 2020
It’s time for a new approach to improve workplace diversity and inclusion – one focused on changing the environment in order to “de-weaponise the cultures that we oversee,” argued John Amaechi, a former NBA basketball player turned organisational psychologist, at the CIPD Festival of Work 2020. “We
Ultimate Software
MARCH 14, 2019
March is Women’s History Month, and we’re talking all things Diversity & Inclusion. Then there are the millions of users who covet smart products such as wearable technology and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. But there’s a disturbing lack of diversity within the tech industry.
Synergy
JULY 7, 2020
With recent equality movements gaining momentum in society, there is a powerful microscope on companies today. Many are trying to evaluate their own organization’s diversity, but diversity has many layers. In other words, inclusion is the real goal, not just diversity.
Career Metis
APRIL 3, 2020
Workplace diversity and inclusion is a fundamental topic in business circles. First and foremost, it’s necessary to understand what workplace diversity is. Employees in a company may be diverse, but not included in office processes. Begin by recruiting to promote diversity.
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Hubert
JANUARY 10, 2020
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why is Diversity in the workplace important?
Qualtrics HR
JUNE 17, 2020
Want to understand more about diversity and inclusion ? We know it instinctively, but the facts back it up: the employee experience (EX) is bettered by inclusion and diversity. In fact, organizations with strong “diversity climates” (i.e.,
Sergio Caredda
JUNE 8, 2020
What is the Value of Diversity for LGBT+ People? Assessing the value of Diversity at an individual level is not just a question of the business case. For most members of the LGBT+ community, the Value of Diversity has a lot to do with visibility and awareness.
Qualtrics HR
JUNE 17, 2020
Is your company fully leaning into workplace diversity and inclusion? Here’s a closer look at the benefits of diversity and inclusion – and steps for achieving your D&I goals. Defining diversity and inclusion. What is workplace diversity?
Workable
MARCH 5, 2020
Diversity vs. Inclusion: why they’re not the same. It’s not by chance that when we talk about diverse teams and diverse workplaces, we, ultimately, mention diversity and inclusion (D&I). Let’s face facts: diversity is at first glance more easily measurable.
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Ultimate Software
MARCH 6, 2020
Yet, despite political attention and federal regulations—the Equal Pay Act was established in 1963 !—there Next week, we’ll suggest actionable strategies leaders and organizations can employ, from policies to technology and legal assistance.
Workable
JULY 5, 2019
The diversity definition refers to the existence of variations of different characteristics in a group of people. To better understand and define diversity, we can think about it in a social context. While the first things that come to mind when we talk about diversity are race and gender, there’s more than that. For a deeper analysis, you can refer to the breakdown of the different types of diversity. What is diversity in the workplace?
Workday
JULY 6, 2020
A few weeks ago I shared both my personal perspective and some of the conversations we’re having as a company—including initial efforts to stand in solidarity with our Black Community—and my outlook on how we can all unite for equality. Building inclusive products and technology.
SocialChorus
MAY 15, 2019
Mention diversity in the workplace and you’ll generally get a positive response from executives. That’s because most of them understand the many benefits of a diverse workforce. Diversity in the workplace benefits. And execs know a diverse workforce (in age, race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, and gender) brings diverse viewpoints and perspectives to the company; these elements can help you develop great new products and great new ways to cater to customers.
UpstartHR
MAY 15, 2017
Using Referrals to Improve Diversity Diversity has become an HR buzzword, thrown around in meetings and leveraged for positive PR, but what does diversity really mean? Legally, diversity refers to the age, socioeconomic background, gender, race and ethnicity differences in your workforce. Diversity sourcing, by extension, is a dedicated effort to attract, engage, and hire a diverse slate of candidates. Diversity begins and ends with your company culture.
Cornerstone On Demand
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
Workplace diversity is a pressing topic among HR pros. That attention often focuses on how diversity affects the company — but what about how minorities' experiences affect people personally and professionally? Talent Management Talent Management Diversity
Hubert
JANUARY 10, 2020
First thing's first: What is diversity in the workplace? ? When John F Kennedy in 1961 signed what was to be known as the "Affirmative Action", he laid down a foundation that would encourage companies to build a more diverse workforce. Why Is Diversity In The Workplace Important?
Compensation Today
APRIL 12, 2016
Suggestion #1: Don’t fear diversity! The truth is that the workforce is becoming larger and more diverse every year, so ignoring diversity isn’t really an option anymore. In fact, ignoring diversity is actually doing companies more harm than good.
TalentCulture
MARCH 15, 2016
Organizations today are more diverse than ever today. Most companies benefit from a diverse environment, but there are always certain challenges that may rise. Realizing that truth and developing hands-on strategies that welcome diversity is imperative.
Yello
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
To compete for and win members of this valuable talent pool , employers need targeted veteran recruiting strategies that align with veteran’s preference about workplace diversity and recruiting. Military Veterans and Service Members Share Their Thoughts on Diversity.
Achievers
JANUARY 18, 2018
This is not the 1960s, but it’s difficult to convince many female employees who function within outdated corporate Human Resources policies. Family-Friendly Work-Life Balance Policies. Employer policies supporting work-life balance are important to women.
Thrive Global
JUNE 23, 2020
Diversity and inclusion initiatives have ramped up over the last few weeks, but how can we ensure that these are not fleeting efforts? Research shows that 57% of employees want their organization to improve diversity amongst their workforce. Here are a few ways to demonstrate long-term commitment to diversity and inclusion while acknowledging the difficulty to make systemic change. Openly share diversity growth strategy.
HR Daily Advisor
JUNE 14, 2018
Never before has the Equal Pay Act (EPA) gotten so much attention. The EPA includes only four defenses to a claim of unequal pay: A seniority system; A merit system; A system that measures earnings by quantity or quality of product; or.
Chief Learning Officer - Talent Management
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Despite best intentions, our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts often fail. firms, Frank Dobbin, professor of sociology at Harvard University, reported that some of the most effective diversity solutions aren’t even designed with diversity in mind.
HR Daily Advisor
NOVEMBER 3, 2017
More and more employers are realizing the advantages of a diverse workforce and are putting considerable effort into attracting workers from varied backgrounds who bring varied strengths. But diversity is about much more. Promoting Diversity Programs.
Namely
APRIL 5, 2018
A surprisingly diverse list of companies lets employees sleep on the job, including Google, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Zappos, the Huffington Post and even ice cream giant Ben & Jerry’s. Can employees get their forty winks and still put in a productive 40 hours?
Rallyware for Human Resources
JUNE 7, 2018
Starbucks, reacting to a national debate, closed 8,000 of its US coffee stores on Tuesday, 29 of May, to conduct racial bias training—a type of diversity training. . Why companies even do diversity training? But there are more reasons to implement diversity training.
Thrive Global
JANUARY 7, 2019
The walk is just one example of how we are encouraging our employees to bring their authentic self to work and supporting them with employee resource groups,” says Molly Ford, the director of Salesforce’s office of equality. s(HPQ) Lesley Slaton Brown, the company’s chief diversity officer.
O.C. Tanner
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Right around the year 2000, initiatives encouraging employee diversity were a key growing Human Resources trend. Leaders researched best practices, consulted with experts, and crafted programs to encourage diversity throughout every level of their organizations.
Thrive TRM
JUNE 24, 2020
Prior to co-founding Thrive, I worked at Berlitz where I led the development of assessments and online training courses that helped leaders develop the skills necessary to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. Revamp your search process to cultivate diverse candidate pools.
Thrive Global
MAY 6, 2020
That risk is also heightened by traditional gender roles, coupled with the current status of gender equality in leadership where men still vastly outnumber and out-earn women. It is no secret that women are more often the primary carers in opposite-sex families.
New to HR
APRIL 5, 2016
Diversity is becoming a strategic change imperative at many organisations, and for good reason. Studies show that organisations with a more diverse workforce – in terms of gender, ethnicity and race – are more productive, more efficient, and ultimately, more profitable. Diversity, of course, starts with HR hiring policies that are able to attract the best and brightest and convince them to join the company.
Pollack Peacebuilding
JUNE 8, 2020
Institutional resistance to managing workplace diversity” (2019). Deciding not to value diversity and inclusion can jeopardize organizations to legal liability, workplace conflict , and other detrimental barriers to success. Summary of: Bui, Q. and Eguaikhide, O.,
TalentCircles
JULY 6, 2016
Focusing on talent diversity is no longer optional. A true diversity and inclusion initiative is about more than ensuring that rules are followed and the requisite diversity programs and regulations are in place.
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