Is “Diversity” on your list of priorities? How can a great manager embrace and emphasize diversity without seeming inauthentic or even misappropriating? You want to celebrate your team, but you want to do it right! It’s easy to say you support inclusion: it’s time to make it a priority. Here’s why diversity is particularly important in the workplace.
1. More Mindsets
Perspective is everything, and it’s not just about yours! Gaining a new perspective means new ideas, new approaches, and even a better understanding of what it’s like to walk in your employees’ shoes. Stop getting advice from just your peers and try seeking counsel from workers at all levels, from entry-level hires to big thinkers at C-level. A great leader isn’t afraid to get creative when it comes to diversity and determining new outcomes.
2. Understand Your Audience
Clients count on you to be ahead of the curve. As a manager, it’s up to you to anticipate problems and innovate solutions. The more you can relate to a diverse set of customers, the more you can increase business!
3. Team Spirit
High morale and interconnectedness mean high productivity. Your employees will thrive when they can positively interact and gain insight. A brainstorm is only successful if you’ve got more than one opinion.
4. Stay In The Game
A recent Glassdoor study shows a new emphasis on diversity-focused companies, which means you need to meet those standards if you want to stay competitive. Operating at a high level means beating your peers in every category, and prioritizing diversity will also boost employee productivity.
5. Team Harmony
You want a great environment for existing workers and one that appeals to new hires. Nobody’s looking for a 9-5 with conflict and chaos! Your candidates want to see a supportive supervisor that fosters critical thinking and open-mindedness. Plus, hiring for diversity is much easier when you present a diverse team! Representation matters. Make sure your hiring panel includes a variety of voices.
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