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Tuesday, July 29th |
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Releasing Diversity Brilliance Diversity is sometimes perceived as some 21st century reincarnation of affirmative action. However, organizations that embrace the business case for diversity have experienced a positive impact in recruitment, retention, and market presence through diversity and inclusive thinking. While inclusion does not imply easy harmony, in an inclusive business relationship, conflicts can inspire you to probe for deeper understanding and search for constructive solutions. Inclusion is a strategic opportunity that will differentiate you in the global economy. As organizations seek to acquire market share at broadband speed, they realize attracting diverse talent is critical to relevancy and sustainability in the 21st century. Diversity means any quality that differentiates people or groups. Inclusion is the ideal state where the company’s culture, management practices, and interpersonal relationships are leveraged using talent. Senior executives and managers who "get it" understand that releasing diversity brilliance goes way beyond having a multicultural workforce. They value the brilliance of multicultural suppliers, customers, and even stakeholders. They appreciate people who "push back" and ask the tough questions. They celebrate people who express opinions that are different from the masses because their worldview is filtered through unique cultural, social, and educational lenses. Leaders who invite this type of feedback will always have a 360-degree perspective on any given issue and will seek to do business with diverse suppliers and to target new market segments. Is Releasing Diversity Brilliance really that important? According to Steven Reinemund, former Chairman & CEO of PepsiCo, "Diversity management is the difference between staying relevant and vital and growing, or becoming stagnant, easily replaced and quickly left behind." In this session you will understand the business case for Releasing Diversity Brilliance and how to implement specific strategies to create an inclusive culture. Leaders who embrace diversity brilliance choose to be a participator instead of a spectator. Participants who attend this program will:
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