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Bias Begins With Self-Identity

Ladan Nikravan 2/22/12

Identity bias — individuals’ tendencies to identify with people like them — can shape how a workforce evolves without leaders intending it to do so.

What’s Next?

Howard J. Ross 2/22/12

Once the business case has been made and understood, there are a number of behaviors that may be helpful to organizations evaluating how to begin efforts to develop a more inclusive, culturally competent culture:

The DNA of Diversity

Howard J. Ross 2/22/12

Diversity and inclusion are business strategies — intentional choices that have measurable impacts on an organization’s success in the global marketplace.

Employers Reluctant to Hire Workers With Disabilities Miss Top Talent

Frank Kalman 2/14/12

A recent study found hesitation among employers in the U.S. hospitality industry to hire workers who have disabilities. This untapped labor pool holds many skills and is underutilized.

The Things People Say

Ronnie Reese 2/13/12

CBS aims to eliminate any possibility of perceived discrimination, and the source of this discrimination often is microinequities.

How to Avoid Microinequities

Ronnie Reese 2/13/12

Slights, faulty assumptions or stereotypes that people may unintentionally subject others to can destroy morale and expose an organization to legal risk.

Tips to Promote Cross-Generational Collaboration

Sharon Daniels 2/9/12

With several generations working side-by-side in the workforce, ageism continues to be a concern for diversity leaders.

Beyond the Traditional Workplace Hierarchy

John R. Anderson 2/9/12

Today’s workforces include non-traditional work relationships and generations with different outlooks. A focus on dialogue, knowledge sharing and collaboration can help relieve tensions.