Why I Love and Hate Diversity & Inclusion Books

I love reading books related to Diversity and Inclusion.

Find out why other times I hate it.

Here are some key messages from this episode:

  • Why I think many DEI books are Ghost written
  • The Phantom Author I think I encountered
  • How DEI authors fill out low content books

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Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

I love learning from books to share with you

“I was always encouraged to read books as a kid, not in a “Read this or else way” But in a read about what you want kind of way

It’s not always easy 

“Given my bias and preferences, reading these books can be difficult for a number of reasons”

I’m looking for other creative ways to use books to support you

“We’re at an all time high in terms of the impact we’re having on everyday leaders. We get messages every week that bring tears to my eyes.”

Here are some resources so you can go deeper:

There are things that books can’t teach you

Check out these related episodes of the show:

Acting White [Book Review]

The Transgender Issue: An Argument For Justice

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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