Build a Diverse Talent Pipeline: Benefits and Strategies for Long-Term Success
Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion will always be important to long-term business success and innovation. And building a diverse workforce starts at the top by placing an emphasis on hiring diverse executives and other leaders.
4 Ways to Address the Ongoing Shortage of Women in Leadership
While some progress has been made toward gender equality in the workplace over the years, women continue to be significantly underrepresented in leadership roles. According to the latest annual Women in the Workplace report from LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Company, women continue to be far behind men when it comes to being promoted managerial roles and reaching other leadership positions within organizations.
Celebrating AAPI Month: Reasons Why It’s Important in the Workplace
May is AAPI, or Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It’s a time to celebrate the unique contributions made by people of Asian American and Pacific Islander descent throughout the history of the United States.
Empowering Inclusion: The Pivotal Role of a Chief Diversity Officer
In today’s world of work, diversity isn’t just nice to have - it’s essential. Regardless of your organization's size, having a dedicated role focused on diversity should not be underestimated due to the value the position brings to your organization.
10 Biggest Challenges Women Leaders Face & Ways to Overcome Them
Women leaders increasingly want to work for organizations that prioritize flexibility, professional advancement, and work-life balance. Yet, when their needs aren’t being met, they are deciding to leave the workforce completely. One recent example is YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, who is leaving the company to focus on family and well-being. And then there's Meta's Chief Business Officer, Marne Levine, who is stepping down after 13 years with the company. These examples reveal a trend showing that women leaders are leaving organizations at the highest rate ever, according to data from the most recent Women in the Workplace study sponsored by Lean In and McKinsey.
Steps to Eliminate Bias During the Hiring Process
Companies that encourage a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels represent the future of work. These companies also know that having a diverse senior leadership team is one of the best ways to bring positive change to corporate hiring practices. While many organizations are starting to work hard to bring more diversity into their senior leadership ranks, there is still more work to do, and it is essential to get started now.