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The Power of the Pause
As we begin summertime plans, let’s find time for rest and relaxation from our work, too. Mid-year reflection on performance goals and taking time off can help reduce burnout and provide time for self-reflection. Regardless of whether employees opt to take a few at-home mental health days or plan an elaborate vacation, pausing work for […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Allyship
Becoming a true ally is a journey that requires actions to stand up, show up, and speak up for others using one’s power and influence for good. In light of recent tragedies across the nation, it’s important that as a true ally and upstander, you consider the impact these tragedies have on your co-workers’ day-to-day […]
Read MoreHow to Grow and Advance AAPI Talent
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month. In recent years, organizations have increased their focus on recruiting diverse talent. Once that goal is achieved, how do you retain AAPI employees and how do you help them grow and advance inside the company? It starts by understanding the culture of those that you’ve […]
Read MoreHow to Foster Belonging in AAPI Employees
May is both Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage and Mental Health Awareness month. As this population grows, unfortunately, so does the number of hate crimes toward them. With societal pressures increasing, here are a few tips to increase a sense of belonging at work: How can organizations begin to support AAPI employees? It’s […]
Read MoreMentoring Programs Can Help Recruit and Retain Employees
The headlines around the Great Resignation have forced business leaders to shift their retention strategy. As employers look at cost-effective ways to engage and retain their teams and recruit new team members, mentoring programs are a proven solution. The benefits provide employees with a space for empathy, structured feedback from company leaders, and increase their […]
Read MoreWhy Pronouns Matter
One of the most important ways to foster inclusion and show respect is to use someone’s preferred personal pronouns. Pronouns are an integral part of who we are as indicators for self-identification. Creating opportunities to share preferred nicknames, name pronunciation, and personal pronouns is vital to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts. As conversations continue […]
Read MoreEmployee Resource Groups Expand Corporate Culture, Inclusion, Engagement
An inclusive culture of belonging is paramount to the success of a company and its people. When employees feel included, heard, developed, and respected, they are more likely to perform better and stay with the company longer. An effective way to promote inclusion is developing employee resource groups (ERGs), or business resource groups (BRGs), which […]
Read MoreWhen Companies Focus on Employee Experience and Belonging, Everyone Benefits
Businesses are finding that success depends on more than a laser focus on the bottom line. The employee experience, what the Josh Bersin organization calls EX, is crucial to belonging, and the emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion has become a priority in employee engagement strategies to reduce the risk of what many are calling […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Allyship
What To Know About Allyship Allyship is a journey that requires actions to stand up, show up and speak up for others using one’s power and influence for good. As an organization, there are many ways to promote allyship and advocacy. This is important not only to spread awareness among your employees and teams but […]
Read MoreUnconscious Bias Can Impact Worker Satisfaction, Company Bottom Line
Unaddressed unconscious or implicit bias often makes the workplace unwelcoming and may have a detrimental and disproportionate impact on people of color, women, LGBTQ employees, people with disabilities, veterans, and other minorities. Implicit bias is demonstrated in many ways, from hiring practices to microaggressions to everyday moments in the office or breakroom. Because it is […]
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