Diversity, equity and inclusion

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How to improve diversity: look inwards first, build a vision second

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a prominent trend in modern business, urging executive leaders to address diversity gaps. Instead of token appointments, internal reflection and action are crucial. Boards and executive committees must understand themselves and their recruitment methods for lasting change, moving beyond quotas.

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Building the vision by asking the questions

Here are eight questions that executive leaders should ask themselves:

1. What is the demographic of our current workforce and how well do we know that?

2. How well do we understand DEI and can we – and our employees – positively influence it?

3. What are we currently doing to promote DEI and how well is it working?

4. What’s our vision for the business in five- to ten years’ time?

5. What will we need to change, or do differently, to deliver this vision successfully?

6. What are the skills sets we can be flexible with, and what will we really need?

7. How does that allow us to work with, and combine, more under-represented groups?

8. How will we communicate our plans with potential recruits and current employees?

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