Can you become a Diversity Expert By Reading 3 Books?

Is it possible to become an expert by reading 3 books?

Find out why I think it’s happening in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion space.

Here are some key messages from this episode:

  • Why expertise is but it’s nature exclusive
  • How to become a 3 Book Diversity Expert
  • Why I have mixed feelings about 3 Book experts

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Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

1/3 of people I asked thought it was possible to be an expert by reading 3 books

“In a 21st century media driven context it’s possible for people to become experts by reading 3 books. Maybe the poll was right ”

Experts in the Diversity and Inclusion space are following this model

“I think people are becoming Diversity experts by reading 3 books. Maybe it’s 5 books, maybe it’s 10 books. My point is.. it’s a light touch”

Expertise indicates inequality in more ways than you think

““Expert” in this context means being a few steps ahead of the audience. Sometimes that’s ok”

Here are some resources so you can go deeper:

Have you ever heard of The 3 Books Rule?

The 3 Book Rule to Become An Expert

The Four Hour Work Week

Check out these related episodes of the show:

5 Types of Diversity Expert You Need To Understand

The Proxy Problem of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Why Relying On Credibility Indicators is an Inclusion Mistake

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The Elements of Inclusion #4

Leaders must collaborate innovatively to leverage cultural expertise and drive business performance.

  • Why inclusive outcomes are driven by innovation
  • How developing a business case for diversity and inclusion specific to your organisation is a competitive advantage
  • Why novelty is at the heart of your inclusion journey

The Elements of Inclusion #3

Leaders must establish systems to ensure that everyone shares the same advantages and benefits. These processes will create incentives for inclusive behaviours.

  • How to augment your team with the tools and insights they need to prevent structural disadvantage
  • Why reinforcing generative norms ensures everyone belongs in the organisation
  • How inclusive representations can be embedded to promote an inclusive culture

The Elements of Inclusion #2

Leaders must redefine career development relationships to support inclusive performance.
  • Why traditional mentor relationships must be revised for an inclusive workplace
  • How leaders must embrace networks of developmental relationships for individual growth
  • Why established workplace norms must evolve for inclusion in the modern workplace

The Elements of Inclusion #1

Leaders must properly socialise people and socialise inclusive ideas by providing an environment for the cultural learning needed for an active role in an inclusive organisation

  • How your socialisation processes must evolve to encourage the sustainable cultivation of inclusive competencies
  • Why Leaders must consistently negotiate the line between organisational commitment and personal authenticity to promote performance
  • How developing intersectional self awareness can help leaders to leverage individual employee experiences