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Organizational Learning, Diversified

Diversity – the state of being diverse or having variety.  We know that no formula strengthens a workforce like a variety of cultures and backgrounds with diverse skills and talents.  Then why do so many companies offer a one-size-fits-all learning program?   If you have not diversified your training program lately, it’s time to get started!  Equitable development and training ensure that each individual receives the …

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Why “Why?” is What Your People Really Want to Know

Companies across America are undergoing structural and strategic upheaval.  From deciding whether it is wise to mandate vaccines or rolling out distributive workforce plans, business leaders have a lot of ‘splainin’ to do!  And it’s hard.  Today, many of our decisions hinge on changing variables, some we cannot predict, like viral spread, employees quitting, or the unavailability of computer equipment …

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An Effective Diversity Policy Means Never Having to Say You are Sorry

It hasn’t been a good year for Goodyear.  COVID concerns disrupted operations, second-quarter sales were down 41% from a year ago, and to add insult to injury, last week, company officials found themselves in crisis management mode.  A slide from a Topeka diversity training session, labeled “Zero Tolerance,” itemized two columns of permitted and banned symbols and phrases on apparel worn at work.  Among …