Diversity

Diversity

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Tech legend Bob Taylor — a pioneer of the computing revolution — figured out the genius of framing two types of disagreement.
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Despite the ongoing challenges of achieving gender equality in the workplace, research indicates that diverse teams outperform homogeneous ones, highlighting the critical role organizations play in fostering diversity, as emphasized by Sallie Krawcheck, CEO of Ellevest.
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The decades-old movement to diversify workplaces has yielded mixed results, as NYU Law professor Kenji Yoshino suggests that companies often impose restrictive definitions of diversity, and advocates for fostering connections with those who feel pressured to suppress their identities for acceptance.
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Politeness and pushiness are simple, but recognizing diverse communication styles—termed "relational intelligence" by Angie McArthur, CEO of Professional Thinking Partners—is challenging yet essential for reducing misunderstandings in the workplace.
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Primatologist Frans de Waal argues that studying chimpanzees and bonobos not only fascinates but also provides valuable insights into human behavior, particularly in areas like leadership, emotions, and gender, which are essential to our identity and societal functioning.
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Negative stereotypes, whether conscious or unconscious, harm individuals by fostering feelings of exclusion that can diminish their concentration, authenticity, and overall performance at work, as noted by Columbia University psychologist Valerie Purdie-Vaughns Greenaway.
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Professor Valerie Purdie Greenaway highlights that while overt discrimination receives attention, subtle, unintentional biases can be equally or more harmful, yet everyone has the ability to recognize and address these biases.
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Cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace is complex due to individual identities and biases, but inclusion specialist Ruchika Malhotra emphasizes that those in power should leverage their privilege to create opportunities for underestimated groups, while all employees can foster a more inclusive culture.
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This class, led by experts like Lisa Lampanelli and Amy Cuddy, teaches essential communication skills for authentic audience connection, focusing on storytelling, self-awareness, and adapting to diverse perspectives in today's multicultural workplace.
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The psychologist, educator, and former NBA player discusses the professional volumes and childhood stories that shaped his life and his approach to it.
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To be culturally intelligent, you must be curious and open-minded — and the benefits can be transformative.
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By designing smart systems, we can help ourselves live up to our best intentions — and perform even better in our workplaces.
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These 5 human development principles could completely change the way we think about learning and potential.
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Half a century ago, idealistic punks shook a fist at the status quo — and their legacy is a blueprint for modern leadership.
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There are many problems with relying on SAT and ACT scores for college admissions. But removing them entirely creates less opportunity.
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Coleman Hughes advocates for a colorblind America, presenting compelling arguments in favor of treating all individuals without regard to race.
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A more diverse workforce will produce better solutions in fast-changing markets.
Neuroscience of rivalry: Fans of England experience intense celebration after their win over Switzerland.
For better teamwork, take a lesson from research into soccer fans who put aside their tribalism.
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Chloé Valdary — founder of Theory of Enchantment — explores two essential practices for generating the team “magic” that drove Apple under Steve Jobs.
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Really smart people don’t just demand intellectual engagement — they need the opportunity to learn and create something special.
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Science has opened so many doors to humanity’s understanding of the world. Scientism shuts them. Here’s how to tell the difference.
creating a culture of innovation
Creating a culture of innovation requires champions and cheerleaders at every level and in every function within an organization.
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Educator Irshad Manji emphasizes that diversity is a fact of life, and it should be harnessed to unite society rather than divide it. Recognizing that humans tend to react defensively […]
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Kids are more anxious and depressed than ever. Is identity politics to blame?
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Economist Tyler Cowen explains why intelligence is overrated. Here’s what to look for instead.
management training topics
From emotional intelligence to problem solving, these management training topics will set team leaders up for success.
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Our impulse to seek out agreement is stifling us, says world debate champion Bo Seo.
peer mentoring
When organized effectively, peer mentoring programs can offer substantial benefits for organizations and their employees.
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