"I’m also aware that nobody is more marginalized in the workplace than Black women. So I have no qualms about lending a bit of additional support." Fast Company's The Only Black Guy in the Office explores the importance of allyship in this great piece. fastcompany.com/90779277/prote…

Women belong in the C-Suite, and new research Crist Kolder Associates and Cowen Partners Executive Search proves just that! The number of female CFO appointments this year has reached record numbers, an important step towards gender parity. #WomenLeaders fortune.com/2022/08/22/wom…

Though new Gartner research reveals that "having a work bestie" helps employee satisfaction, today's remote/hybrid workplaces have made these friendships a rarer occurrence, compared to pre-pandemic levels. Definitely an opportunity for workplaces today. fortune.com/2022/08/24/wor…

Why has there been minimal progress on the #DEI front, despite many organizations' consistent efforts throughout the years? Forbes explores common pitfalls that prevent genuine progress below, like DEI not being a top business priority. forbes.com/sites/danabrow…

The questions explored in this Fast Company article do a great job of addressing systemic shortcomings of existing #DEI strategies, including ensuring DEI is widely embraced by all employees and emphasized throughout any team member's employment run. fastcompany.com/90781315/answe…

New research from MIT Sloan Management Review reveals that providing employees with voice space, or ample opportunity to communicate "ideas, recommendations, concerns, or other work-related opinions," is critical to helping them feel confident and included. #DEI sloanreview.mit.edu/article/boost-…

Onboarding experiences are so critical and worth investing in. What is preventing companies from making this a (consistent) priority?

New research from Russell Reynolds Associates reveals that turnover for Chief Diversity Officers remains concerningly high, a phenomenon that calls into question companies' commitment to #DEI, in addition to other costs that "extend far beyond finances." fortune.com/2022/09/06/chi…

As more workers prioritize flexible work arrangements, these entirely remote companies are setting the bar high for fostering thriving company cultures, disputing many leaders' claims that "remote work kills culture." An important #FutureofWork read! washingtonpost.com/technology/202…

How can organizations address the widespread issue of disengagement and disconnection? This great Inc. article explores the power of #SharedExperiences, which foster feelings of closeness through the novelty and uniqueness of said experience. inc.com/young-entrepre…

According to MIT Sloan Management Review, women leaders are stalling in support roles, instead of "moving into key operating roles," among other concerning insights into #GenderParity at work. We have to regain momentum here; the strategies explored below are a good start. sloanreview.mit.edu/article/women-…

Silence and complicity further reinforces systems of discrimination and oppression. An important reminder for anyone who wants to see change in the workplace.

As companies contemplate their return-to-office plans, company leaders should consider the toll office life can have on certain employees. The Wall Street Journal highlights how remote work eases stressful, taxing phenomena like being subject to microaggressions. wsj.com/podcasts/as-we…

Without a dedicated, supportive environment in which to thrive, under-represented employees can only go so far. Support can take many forms, as TIME writes below, from creating safe spaces to providing ample learning and development opportunities. #DEI time.com/charter/621102…

This is a fantastic #EmotionalIntelligence article from @harvardbiz exploring the value of "emotional bookending," which allows leaders to better work through the "uncomfortable emotions" that can come with making difficult decisions. #Leadership hbr.org/2022/09/emotio…

At the very root, fostering a strong strong, healthy company culture is about building connections within an organization. As such, companies don't need fancy, superficial perks to nurture this environment. This list from Inc. is a good starting point! inc.com/katie-burke/co…

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