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Coca-Cola’s “Be Less White” Diversity Fiasco

Ongig

For Coca-Cola, those words were “be less white” On February 19, a Coca-Cola diversity training suggesting employees try to “be less white” caused quite a stir. Dr. Karlyn Borysenko was the first to tweet screenshots from the training (meant to promote diversity at Coca-Cola). Image source: LinkedIn ).

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4 simple ways to drive diversity and inclusion in your organization

Social Talent

Diversity is no passing fad. Decades of research has shown that there is an inherent link between diversity and innovation, strong company values and psychologically secure environments. Achieving greater diversity is not just the right thing to do either, it is also the smart thing. Homogeny breeds mediocrity.

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Online Video Seminar Tomorrow

Forum One

I'm really looking forward to moderating our Web Executive Seminar tomorrow morning October 29 at the National Press Club in Washington. A smart group from diverse organizations is coming. It's called Online Video for Policy Impact.

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4 Simplest Ways to Improve Diversity in Your Organisation

Social Talent

According to Clare Mulligan , a workplace diversity consultant, a multicultural work force is one that sees employees of an organisation include members of a variety of ethnic, racial and religious backgrounds. Diverse companies now outperform non-diverse companies by a whopping 35% ! Take a leaf our of Pepsico’s book.

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Your Guide to Creating a Career Development Program

ApplicantStack

Career development programs give each diverse worker a chance to thrive inside and outside the office. Career development is a broader category that encompasses learning new skills, taking education courses, or attending seminars on more generally applied topics such as leadership or project management.

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Recruiting in a Competitive Labor Market: Strategies for Healthcare Employers

Hospital Recruiting

By offering avenues like workshops, seminars, and certifications, employers signal their commitment to professional enrichment. Championing Diversity and Inclusion In an interconnected global world, diversity is not just a buzzword—it’s an essential pillar of a thriving workplace.

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Striking a Balance: Supporting Parents and Child-Free Employees

Broadleaf

Offer comprehensive wellness programs —focused on physical health, mental well-being, work-life balance, stress management, and resilience—that address the diverse needs of employees. Involve employees in decision-making processes to ensure inclusivity and the consideration of diverse perspectives.