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Focusing on DEI will not take away from your other business priorities. Often, organizations don't realize early that most of their problems can be solved by removing the band-aid and treating the wound. Diversity is the band-aid, and inclusion - the treatment. If you are already leading a team with diverse differences, you are only one step shy of running a tight ship. Investing in improving the work culture and building an environment where everyone belongs, will bring in good returns. A diverse and inclusive workplace fosters innovation, talent retention, and stronger performance. Are you ready to see what inclusion can do for you? We are ready to help.

Diversity is not a one time fix Building a culture of inclusion takes time and dedication. Many organizations approach diversity as a checkbox exercise – hire a few people from different backgrounds, and voila! Instant inclusion. But here's the secret: diversity is just the first step. True inclusion creates an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique talents and perspectives. This doesn't happen overnight. It's a continuous journey that requires ongoing effort and commitment from everyone in the organization. So, what can you do to move from diversity to true inclusion? • Invest in Ongoing Training: Go beyond basic diversity training. Offer workshops and resources focused on unconscious bias, microaggressions, and inclusive communication. • Develop an open-door police: Provide a space where employees can connect, raise concerns and share ideas freely. • Measure Your Progress: Track key metrics like employee engagement, retention, and representation across levels. Regularly assess your progress and adjust your strategies as needed. • Building a truly inclusive workplace is an ongoing commitment, but the rewards are well worth it. What are your thoughts on the journey from diversity to inclusion? #DEI #inclusion #workplaceculture #leadership

Imagine a world where every challenge sparks self-reflection before external blame. Now, bring that concept to your workplace.  What would it look like?  - A Culture of Value: Everyone feels appreciated for their unique strengths and perspectives. - Idea Powerhouse: Creativity flourishes as team members feel safe to share new ideas. - Seamless Collaboration: Teamwork becomes effortless when everyone feels included and respected.   The key? Fostering inclusion. When each team member feels valued and heard, a company unlocks its true potential. #leadership #culture #inclusion #workplace 

Our very own, Patrycja (Patricia) Riera will be at the Speak Up Summit. 50+ speakers will gather online to speak up on radical and practical safety in the workplace. We are very passionate about creating inclusive workplaces, and breaking the culture of silence. Tune in on the 13th to 14th June. Register now: www.thespeakupsummit.com Vanguard Voices #SpeakUpSummit #Keynote #PsychologicalSafety #VanguardVoices

We just finished the focus groups. We enjoyed the past two months of compiling the qualitative data and making sense of it. We cannot wait for our next data project. 

Six elements of a truly flexible workplace In today's dynamic world, unleashing the full potential of your workforce is critical. This means fostering an environment where employees feel engaged, productive, and valued as individuals. The good news? The key might be right at your fingertips: a truly flexible workplace. But what truly defines a flexible work environment? It goes beyond simply offering remote work options. In our blog, we outline core elements that characterize a work environment built on flexibility.  Here are six essential elements: 1. Flexibility for everyone  2. Accept flexibility in all forms  3. High trust is a must  4. Support your managers and leaders 5. Effective policies  6.Enabling technology By changing cultures, we challenge the more profound issues associated with flexible working and make flexibility the norm instead of an exception. What are your experiences with flexible work arrangements? https://lnkd.in/eBbudiZM 

Imagine your company a thriving, well-oiled machine where everyone feels valued, motivated, and empowered to achieve their best. That's the power of a strong company culture.  At Inclusionem, we help businesses like yours define these guiding principles to become magnets for talent, boost employee engagement, and ultimately, achieve long-term success. Ready to unlock the power of culture and mission? We are ready to be your guide.  We offer a range of services to help you define your ideal company culture, craft a compelling mission statement, and build a framework for success. Let's chat and see how we can help your organization reach its full potential. #CompanyCulture #MissionDriven #SuccessGPS #Empowerment #Inclusioneum 

This year marks 4 years of running Inclusionem . When I started, I had to hold everything on my own. Today, we have over 20 consultants and strategic partners from different parts of the world working on projects globally. While having a team has been an incredible support, it still requires staying on top of everything. I wear many hats as a wife, mother, CEO at Inclusionem, Adjunct professor and academic director IE University, and DBA Candidate. I don't believe in work-life balance; I believe in work-life integration. There are seasons when I spend more time with my kids and seasons when I travel and work a lot. Maintaining a healthy integration between work, learning, and family is important. I often have many balls in the air and I have to catch all of them. So, how do I do it? Here are some time management strategies that keep me afloat: 1. I say no to good things so I can say yes to the great things. 2. Let go of control and allow others to step in - delegate as much as possible at work and home to create space for quality time with family.  3. Prioritize: make a description of what are the most important things I want to achieve every week/month and focus on that. 4. Quality is more important than quantity - with my husband and kids, it's not always about how much time we spend but how we spend it.  Some days, some of the balls fall, but I can pick them up later. Having the right people, routine and system grounds me and keeps me on track. What does integrating work and life look like for you? #TimeManagement #BalancedLife 

Big Change Starts Small: The Power of Diverse Teams in Action! At inclusionem, we believe in the transformative power of diversity and inclusion. But how do we translate that into real, lasting change? The answer might surprise you: small, diverse and inclusive teams! These focused groups bring together a variety of perspectives and experiences, fostering innovation, creativity, and a deeper understanding of complex challenges. This "power of small" approach allows us to: - Tackle specific issues with fresh eyes. -Develop and test more impactful solutions that resonate with wider audiences. - Build momentum and buy-in across the organization Interested in learning more? Let's discuss how diverse, smaller teams can empower your business to create lasting change! #DiversityAndInclusion #Innovation #Empowerment #Teamwork

Inclusive teams = Business success If you don’t invest in building an inclusive business, you’ll miss out on exceptional talent that will take you to the next level. Today’s workforce is diverse. Actually, let’s look at it from a broader perspective; we live in a diverse world. If you are building your business to be a global force; then you need to know how to cater for a diverse audience. That cannot happen if you have a diverse team BUT the work culture is not inclusive. Diversity fuels innovation, but inclusion unlocks it. Without inclusion, a diverse team remains underutilized. The first step to achieve this is to look at your leadership. Everything trickles down from there. What is the character of your leaders? How do they inspire the team? Leaders set the tone. Are yours fostering a culture of inclusion? Ready to build a high-performing, inclusive team? We offer a free initial consultation to assess your #DEI needs.