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The Element of InclusionYou Told Me You’re Overwhelmed By DEI. This Will HelpYou’ve told me you’re overwhelmed.
Too many ideas.
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Why so many leaders feel trapped by too much DEI advice
How 389 episodes can still leave people stuck
What three priorities simplify high-impact inclusion work
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Key Takeaways from This Episode:
Progress starts when you stop trying to do everything
“The other half are overwhelmed and don’t know where to start. Or they haven’t made enough use of what I already...2025-04-0810 min
The Element Of InclusionYou Told Me You’re Overwhelmed By DEI. This Will HelpYou’ve told me you’re overwhelmed. Too many ideas. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why so many leaders feel trapped by too much DEI advice How 389 episodes can still leave people stuck What three priorities simplify high-impact inclusion work Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Progress starts when you stop trying to do everything "The other half are overwhelmed and don’t know where to start. Or they haven’t made enough use of what I already provide." Structure creates momentum where motivation alone can’t2025-04-0810 minThe Element of InclusionWhy Lived Experience Alone Won’t Fix InclusionLived experience dominates DEI conversations. It’s treated as the most important factor in discussions about race, gender, and inclusion.
But there’s a problem.
Key Topics Covered in This Episode:
Your lived experience comes at a cost.
Lived experience is important—but it needs balance.
Lived experience needs structure to be useful.
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Key Takeaways from This Episode:
Anecdotes can mislead, but patterns create eviden...2025-03-1808 min
The Element Of InclusionWhy Lived Experience Alone Won’t Fix InclusionLived experience dominates DEI conversations. It’s treated as the most important factor in discussions about race, gender, and inclusion. But there’s a problem. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Your lived experience comes at a cost. Lived experience is important—but it needs balance. Lived experience needs structure to be useful. Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Anecdotes can mislead, but patterns create evidence. "Same information. Different lived experiences. Different conclusions—because lived experience is subjective." A successful DEI strategy is built on structur...2025-03-1808 min
The Element Of InclusionA Christmas Inclusion Offer You Can’t RefuseFor a lot of people, the holidays are just around the corner. I’ve got something that may be the best gift you give yourself and your organisation this year. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Our Inclusion Ready Playbook What leaders like you are saying about it How you can get started before Christmas Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: The Inclusion Ready Playbook is what we know works with leaders like you. "We use our 6-step process to gather evidence from 4 ke...2024-12-1712 min
The Element Of Inclusion3 Models to Navigate inclusion in a Hostile ClimateHave you had an election result that you think is bad news for inclusion? I’ve got 3 models that can help. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: Why you may be facing a hostile environment 3 Models to Navigate Inclusion in a Hostile Climate The importance of making your own mind up Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: “When in Rome”: Comply, But Don’t Over-Comply "Focus on what’s still lawful and impactful."...2024-11-1919 min
Reconstructing Inclusion PodcastReconstructing Inclusion S2E1: Evidence-Based Inclusion: Elevating DEI with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-LampteyIn this episode, host Amri Johnson welcomes Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, founder of The Element of Inclusion, to discuss evidence-based inclusion and its importance in creating more effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies.Timestamps06:46 Influences and Inspirations: Personal and Professional16:12 The Importance of Evidence-Based Decision Making19:33 The Rhetorical Problem in Diversity and Inclusion22:12 Evidence-Based Inclusion and Emotional Appeals22:36 Unconscious Bias Training: Effectiveness and Critiques23:41 The Role of Credibility in DEI24:50 Understanding Data vs. Evidence25:34 Current State of DEI and Pushback27:37 Challenges in DEI Implementation40:56...2024-07-1648 minThe Element of InclusionFrom Debt to Doctorate: Why I Have a PhD in Your Problems7 years ago this week I become Dr Jonathan Find out what this actually means Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The traumatic experience I had on my PhD journey – How my triumph benefits you – What I learned and why it matters to you Play the episode for more Here’s …
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The Element Of InclusionFrom Debt to Doctorate: Why I Have a PhD in Your Problems7 years ago this week I become Dr Jonathan Find out what this actually means Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - The traumatic experience I had on my PhD journey - How my triumph benefits you - What I learned and why it matters to you Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: I’ve got a PhD in your problems and you can check for yourself “I say I’ve got a PhD in yo...2024-02-0612 minThe Element of InclusionA Day In the Life Of Dr Jonathan : 3 Observations From Last WeekSomeone asked me what about what my day is like on my Inclusion Journey. Find out 3 unexpected observations from a single day last week Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – An awkward question you may not be ready for – Why managing your psychological contracts is vital – The devastating evidence …
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The Element Of InclusionA Day In the Life Of Dr. Jonathan : 3 Observations From Last WeekSomeone asked me what about what my day is like on my Inclusion Journey. Find out 3 unexpected observations from a single day last week Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - An awkward question you may not be ready for - Why managing your psychological contracts is vital - The devastating evidence that the DEI Bubble has burst Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: Leaders Are Showing Me The DEI Bubble Has Burst 2023-11-2115 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Fear Factor: Why Leaders Are Petrified Of Getting Diversity WrongPeople have been asking me how organisations should respond to the horrific violence in Israel and Palestine. Find out why Leaders Are Petrified Of Getting it Wrong Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - Why many leaders are not as prepared as they should be - Why you should exercise caution engaging your employee resource groups - How you can address the Rhetorical Problem of Diversity and Inclusion Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: Th...2023-10-2417 min
Good Morning, HREvidence Based Inclusion with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-LampteyIn episode 118 Coffey talks with Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey about how “evidence-based inclusion” strategies differ from traditional DEI approaches.They discuss the concept of inclusion outside of the notion of DEI; the difference between equality and equity in a business environment; the meaning of "evidence-based inclusion" and how it differs from traditional DEI narratives; where to find that evidence and expertise; what the research actually tells us about the business case for diversity; whether there a moral argument for DEI; what evidence tells us about how to achieve inclusion; understanding "belonging" as a part of inclusion; practical ways to me...2023-10-1949 minThe Element of InclusionBreaking the Silence : Dr. Jonathan Answers 3 Unaired QuestionsEvery week people send me questions about all sorts of things Find out the answers to the questions I don’t normally answer on air Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How my family influences my contribution here – Why I am always taking a course – Where I think Inclusion work is …
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The Element Of InclusionBreaking the Silence : Dr. Jonathan Answers 3 Unaired QuestionsEvery week people send me questions about all sorts of things Find out the answers to the questions I don’t normally answer on air Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How my family influences my contribution here - Why I am always taking a course - Where I think Inclusion work is headed Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: My family influence my contribution “I was taught that you always ha...2023-08-2910 min
The Element Of InclusionWhat Inclusion Research Needs To Do To Stay Relevant To your NeedsFind out why it needs to evolve to stay relevant for you Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How my bias supports you - The future of research - What obligations do organisations have for inequality? Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: Research follows a pattern “You know why so many people talk to you about research proving the business case for Diversity? “ Researchers have an agenda “If my bias sup...2023-08-0810 min
The Element Of InclusionBreaking Through [Book Review]If you want to get to the top, you’re engaged in a career tournament. Find out why it’s not the same rules for Minority Executives. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How this book influenced my work - Why they chose to study the “winners” - What you can learn to improve your own career Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: There’s a separator Career tournament for aspiring Minorities “The aut...2023-08-0120 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Predictable Power of Pilot Projects For InclusionDon’t be fooled by big ticket Diversity initiatives and huge investment programmes Find out why it’s smarter to start with a pilot project. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - How I use pilot projects with clients - Why I used pilots in my own business - How you can work with me to create a pilot where you work Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: Pilot projects are low risk and high...2023-07-2510 min
The Element Of InclusionDiversity Lies : Understanding the Gap Between Data, Evidence and the TruthDiversity data, Diversity facts and Diversity evidence are not the same thing as the truth. Find out how some people have been misleading you. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - Why ignoring your epistemology and ontology is leading you astray - The reason “Diversity experts” are able to deceive you so easily - Some insights from Indiana Jones Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: Facts are not the same as evidence “Not e...2023-06-2710 min
The Diverse Minds Podcast#200th Episode Celebration with Dr Jonathan Ashong-LampteyWelcome to the 200th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast.Yes, can you believe it? 200 episodes and nearly 4 years into the podcast. So this week’s episode is a celebration.To join me today in celebrating is the person who encouraged me to start a podcast and has shown me unwavering support, Dr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey.About my guestDr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey is the world authority on Evidence-Based Inclusion in the workplace. His consultancy provides research, training and consulting to make organisations inclusive.He has a PhD from the London Sc...2023-06-2736 min
HR Data Labs podcastDr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey - Using Evidence-Based Decisions to Make Workplaces More InclusiveSend us a textSummary:Back in the late 2000s, Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey was working as a Chartered Accountant (i.e., a CPA) in the UK. Attending Barack Obama’s inauguration in 2009 inspired Dr. Jonathan, and when Obama then appeared on the cover Accountancy magazine, he knew he had to open it up and get to reading. An article inside titled “It Does Matter if You’re Black or White” caught his eye, and set him on a path to quit his job and pursue a PhD from the London School of Economics with the...2023-06-1542 min
The Element Of InclusionInclusalytics [Book Review]People talk about Diversity importance of Diversity data but they don’t know what that means Find out about a book that explains how to deal with this in practical terms Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: - One of the most frustrating things I experience doing Diversity research - A 5 Step Maturity Model to assess your organisation - My tactic for avoiding confusion when discussing DEI Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: Organis...2023-05-0215 min
Simon Says VideoHow video 10x-ed my business with Dr Jonathan Ashong-LampteyHow video 10x-ed my business with Dr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey. Joining me this week is Dr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, he is the Founder & Managing Director of Element of Inclusion. His business supports business leaders and organisations' workplaces to become inclusive. "There is something in this video lark", is Dr Jonathan's favourite saying. He has been using video for some years, and he shares his insights into how he uses video on LinkedIn and for his podcast - The Element of Inclusion. Dr Jonathan explains why using video has connected with his audience and 10X-ed his...2022-12-2123 min
The Element Of Inclusion5 Reasons Why You Should Always Cite Your Sources On Your Inclusion JourneyWhen it comes to Inclusion, it’s always best to cite other people Find out why the less ideas are yours the better Here are some key messages from this episode: The Google tactic I use to provide value to you The Inclusive function of this show that you may not have realised The game we play to put this into practice Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: It let’s you off the hook “I don’t pretend to know eve...2022-11-2912 min
HR Coffee Time042 | Diversity & Inclusion at work – 7 mistakes to avoid (& what to do instead), with Dr Jonathan Ashong-LampteyCareer Coach Fay Wallis is joined by Dr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, Founder of The Element of Inclusion Consultancy and host of The Element of Inclusion podcast.Dr Jonathan shares the 7 mistakes organisations make with their approach to Diversity & Inclusion at work and explains what to do instead.Key Points From This Episode[00:30] Fay recommends listening to Dr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey’s podcast – The Element of Inclusion[02:17] Introduction to Dr Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey[09:14] The 7 common mistakes organisations make with their approach to Diversity and Inclusion: BRISTOL[12:04] The downside of Employee Resource Grou...2022-07-0834 min
The Workplace Podcast in association with YellowWoodEpisode 56: Diversity and Inclusion for the Irish workplace with Dr Jonathan Ashong LampteyA globally recognised authority on Diversity and Inclusion, Dr. Jonathan Ashong - Lamptey joins host William Corless in this episode to discuss Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. Currently on his mission to help 1 million people around the world make the workplace more inclusive, Jonathan offers his insights on important questions such as: how to create a sense of belonging in the workplace, understanding and navigating microaggressions and the importance of integrating with new people in the workplace. There are valuable insights to be gained from this episode as William and Jonathan explore the topics of culture and procedural...2022-06-0153 min
Diversity SecretsGetting Serious About Diversity? ‘Enough Already with the Business Case’, says Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, PhD#008 For our first episode of Season 2 “Why it Really Matters”, we are thrilled to welcome a very exciting guest: Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, PhD, founder and Managing Director of Element of Inclusion. In his mission to make companies more diverse and inclusive, Dr. Jonathan applies academic theory to business practice. This episode, he keeps us on our toes as he helps us understand what exactly we mean by ‘business case’ when talking about DEI. He tells us that mainstream studies that have made this so-called business case popular may have mislead us: the corr...2022-04-2144 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Australian Model For Managing Cultural DiversityCultural diversity is a key feature of Australia’s national identity Find out how they are managing it. Get your pen and paper ready because we’re talking about The Australian Model For Managing Cultural Diversity Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Cultural Diversity at Macro, Meso and Micro Level The obvious omission from the Cultural Narrative Why Representation is so relevant in Australia and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Australia is de facto a mul...2022-03-1516 min
Business In ColourDr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey/ Is D&I a Grudge Purchase?Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey is a globally recognised authority on Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. He is also the host of The Element of Inclusion; a weekly podcast that informs and educates using applied research and thought leadership. This episode is jam packed with perspectives from Jonathan that will make you pause and rethink your position on diversity and inclusion in the workplace – listen out for why Jonathan thinks D&I is a grudge purchase, how he explains 'ethnic penalties', how we compare and contrast the D&I landscape in Australia and the UK. Please enjoy the passionate and purposeful thou...2022-02-2349 minThe Element of InclusionThe Unforgettable Day I Became Dr. JonathanIn February 2017, I officially became Dr. Jonathan Find out what happened that day that no one expected. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The tough time I had getting a PhD The misunderstanding I had after my exam 3 Lessons you can use in your life and much more Play the …
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The Element Of InclusionThe Unforgettable Day I Became Dr. JonathanIn February 2017, I officially became Dr. Jonathan Find out what happened that day that no one expected. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The tough time I had getting a PhD The misunderstanding I had after my exam 3 Lessons you can use in your life and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Assume Your Role “The process of the PhD by definition makes you an authority. The people who examine you are leaders in their fie...2022-02-0115 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Performative Problem of Diversity & InclusionOne of the accusations that gets thrown around about organisations is that when it comes to inclusion their behaviour is performative Find out if we’re part of the problem. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: An increasingly common accusation made against organisations Why we may contribute to a Performative environment What Digital Ethnography tells us about Performative Behaviours and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Performative behaviour is rampant in the 21st century “She goes...2021-09-2810 min
The Element Of Inclusion4 Things To Consider Before Making Your Mind Up About The Sewell ReportThere’s been a lot of criticism about the Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities Report in the UK also known as the Sewell Report Find out 4 Things To consider Before Making Your Mind Up about the Sewell Report Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Why many critics clearly haven't read the report What academics think of the report What you should think about when you read the report and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: The Sew...2021-04-0620 min
The Element Of InclusionBlind Spot: Hidden Biases Of Good People [Book Review]People talk about bias all the time but it's not always clear they have a clear understanding of what it means Find out about a book that does have a clear understanding Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The mindbugs we have and how they influence us Why biases are useful in our lives How to outsmart the mindbug and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: We all have mindbugs that we're not aware of “The m...2021-03-3016 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Inversion Approach to Diversity & InclusionYou know you want more diversity and more Inclusion, but what if you’re looking at this the wrong way round? Find out why you’re approach to Diversity and Inclusion maybe back to front Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Why your approach to Diversity & Inclusion may need to be reversed A 3 Step process to clarify your Inclusion needs An uncomfortable challenge that will change everything and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: An Inversion Approach is a...2021-03-2312 min
The Element Of InclusionImposter Syndrome & Inclusion Part 2There’s a big difference between feeling like an imposter and being made to feel like an imposter Find out the difference between Imposter Syndrome and being excluded Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The difference between Imposter Syndrome and being excluded The mistakes being made when discussing Imposter Syndrome Why exclusion creates so called Imposters and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Imposter Phenomenon is a concept conceived by highly successful women about highly successful women...2021-03-1609 min
The Element Of InclusionImposter Syndrome & Inclusion Part 1What would you say if I told you that there are a people who should feel like imposters in the workplace Find out why we should expect people to feel like imposters on the path to creating an inclusive workplace Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The 3 key elements of Imposter Syndrome The 4 behaviours associated with Imposter Syndrome Why Imposters live among us and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Imposter Syndrome is rooted in clinical psychology ...2021-03-0912 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Platitude Problem of Diversity & InclusionThere’s nothing like a platitude when you don’t quite know what to say. Find out why platitudes are a problem when it comes to Diversity and Inclusion. Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The increasing use of platitudes in Diversity Narratives A hidden meaning of the use of platitudes in Inclusion How you can avoid using platitudes when you speak and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Platitudes are something we all use in our lives...2021-03-0206 min
The Element Of Inclusion6 Inclusive Themes You Can’t Afford To IgnoreInclusion, Inclusion, Inclusion often leads to Confusion, confusion, confusion Find out about 6 inclusive themes that you can’t afford to ignore Here are some key topics covered from this episode: An research based approach to Inclusion Details about what Inclusion means for you An area of the research that we've overlooked and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: The research on inclusion is by no means complete “physical safety associated with sharing different opinions and views from others” This is...2021-02-2311 min
The Element Of Inclusion3 Types of Inclusion You Need to UnderstandWhen people talk about Inclusion, sometimes it gets mixed up with belonging and it can get really confusing Find out about 3 types of inclusion that you need to understand if you want to see change in your workplace Here are some key topics covered from this episode: An introduction to the meaning of Inclusion The relationship between Inclusion and performance Distinguishing Belonging and Uniqueness from Inclusion and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Work Group Inclusion “Work group inc...2021-02-1607 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Relationship Between Conformity & Inequality At WorkConformity at work has a dark side Find out why not enough people talk about it Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Conformity as a Survival Mechanism The relationship between Façades of Conformity and Burnout The Flip side of Conformity and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Facades of conformity can lead to “bad” behaviour “what if conformity causes issues like leaving bad decisions unchecked; or repeating old mistakes. The old way of doing things”2021-02-0907 min
The Element Of InclusionHow Façades of Conformity Reveal An Inclusion IssueHave you ever pretended to be something you’re not in order to get along at work? Find out why this can have long term negative effects Get your pen and paper ready because we’re talking about facades of conformity Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Why Façades of Conformity are important to understand My personal experience of creating Façades of Conformity The damage caused by Façades of Conformity and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from th...2021-02-0209 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Hill We Climb: An Inclusive PerspectiveSometimes all this Diversity and Inclusion stuff feels a bit heavy, like an uphill struggle Find out about three inclusive themes that I found from the poem, The Hill We climb Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The bias you'll find in this show The inspiration we took from a poem How we need to manage an Inclusive Inheritance and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: We’ve got a Hill to climb but it’s not all d...2021-01-2612 min
The Element Of InclusionScrutiny : The Inclusive Opportunity You’ve Been AvoidingOpening yourself up for scrutiny isn’t something that everyone looks forward to Find out how you can use scrutiny to your advantage as you become inclusive Here are some key topics covered from this episode: The benefits of Scrutiny for Inclusion Our personal experience of Scrutiny Organisations that survive Scrutiny and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Scrutiny can provide useful feedback “Being scrutinized by people that do know what they’re talking about is useful feedback and you...2021-01-1910 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Inclusive Start To 2021 That You NeedThis time last year you heard me say New Year, New Decade, New Rules Find out why 2020 may be over but we’ve still got some outstanding issues that need your attention Here are some key topics covered from this episode: How we're providing the encouragement that you may need Why 2021 is an extension of 2020 What we think is coming next and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: The things that were started need to be concluded “This was a l...2021-01-1208 min
The Element Of InclusionDiversity & Inclusion Predictions: What I Got Right In 2020 & New Predictions for 2021Every year I make predictions about diversity and inclusion trends Find out what my predictions were for 2020 and what new ones I'm making for 2021 Here are some key topics covered from this episode: My Top 3 Predictions for 2021 What I got right in 2020 The influence you have but didn't know and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Wrestling with the language of Inclusion “I think we’re approaching that time, an increasingly you’ll hear people talk refer to so call...2020-12-2213 min
The Element Of InclusionA Discussion about Dr. Jill Biden Misogyny and PrivilegeI talk about my PhD all the time but are people with PhD’s real Dr’s? Find out why it seems not everyone thinks they are, especially if you’re a woman Here are some key topics covered from this episode: An example of male privilege A breakdown of misogyny in action Our powerful reading tip and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: There’s still people occupying spaces they haven’t earned “we see things like this in societ...2020-12-1515 min
The Element Of InclusionWhy Diversity & Inclusion is a Quick Fix for Pandemic ProblemsIf you think Diversity and Inclusion were important issues in 2020, wait until you see what’s going to happen in 2021! Find out why diversity and Inclusion is about to become a quick fix for the some of the problems the pandemic revealed Here are some key topics covered from this episode: Why Influential forces from 2020 are still in motion A crude example of a Diversity Quick Fix Changes to look forward to in 2021 and much more Play the episode for more Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Di...2020-12-0809 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Principles That Govern Our Approach to Diversity & InclusionWhen it comes to Diversity and Inclusion, we’re committed to acting in your best interests Find out what this actually mean to us and more importantly what does this mean to you Here are some key messages from this episode: Something we ask our clients to do but haven't done ourselves The three core principles that govern what we do The true focus of this resource and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Disruptive by being Provocative, Innovative and Cre...2020-12-0113 min
The Element Of InclusionPeople Like Us: What It Takes To Make It In Modern Britain [Book Review]In the UK there’s a word that gets ignored a lot when it comes to Diversity and Inclusion - that word is class Find out about a book that discusses class and social mobility; two closely related concepts that are talked and also not talked about in the UK Here are some key messages from this episode: Two types of Social Mobility you need to understand The relationship between Social Mobility and Social Capital The Models of Social Mobility that you didn't realise you knew and much more Play the episode for mo...2020-11-2419 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Problem With Using A Simple Approach To Diversity & InclusionThe simplest explanation is often the best explanation Find out if that's true when it comes to Diversity and Inclusion Here are some key messages from this episode: Why we want Diversity & Inclusion to be simple A powerful principle to help your decision making Why a Simple Approach can be unhelpful and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: Entities should not be multiplied unnecessarily So if you’ve got two or more theories to explain an outcome; you sho...2020-11-1706 min
The Element Of Inclusion3 Reasons Why Diversity & Inclusion Is Like Reality TVThere’s an emerging similarity between Diversity & Inclusion and Reality TV and it’s not all good news Find out why Diversity and Inclusion is beginning to look like the Dark Side of Reality TV Here are some key messages from this episode: Why Diversity & Inclusion encourages drama Why Diversity & Inclusion is staged Why Diversity & Inclusion can commoditise people and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode The Strong Narrative and Drama “it dramatizes the lived experiences of what is sup...2020-11-1011 min
The Element Of InclusionDiversify: How To Challenge Inequality and Why We Should [Book Review]Diversity may be the hardest thing for a society to live with and perhaps the most dangerous thing for a society to be without - that's a quote from William Sloane Coffin Find out why it's also in the introduction of another book that we’re reviewed Here are some key messages from this episode Why we need to be aware of the Other in the room Why Diversity is more than one thing How you can challenge yourself mentally and physically to Diversify and much more Play the episode for more. ...2020-11-0319 min
The Element Of InclusionWhy Critical Race Theory is an Inclusion ProblemThere’s a problem with the way that people talk about Critical Race theory. Find out why it's causing confusion for those of us wanting to create Inclusion Here are some key messages from this episode My perspective of Critical Race Theory Why I'm criticised by Critical Race Theorists How Critical Race Theory is misrepresented and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Critical Theorists reveal and challenge power structures “In my mind, Critical Theory is about critiquing society and...2020-10-2709 min
The Element Of InclusionWhat if Your Inclusion Team is PointlessIt’s been said that Chief diversity officers are pointless Find out if actually it's being part of an Inclusion team that’s pointless! Here are some key messages from this episode The areas that make Chief Diversity Officers and their teams pointless How to raise your Inclusion standards and those of everyone around you The hidden Inclusion opportunities available for everyone and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Commit to developing a critical mass of knowledge “you don’t n...2020-10-2010 min
The Element Of InclusionAre Chief Diversity Officers Pointless?Chief diversity officers are pointless - at least that is the the title of an article that a couple of friends sent me last week Find out why this anonymous article suggests that Chief diversity officers are pointless Here are some key messages from this episode Four Observations that suggest Chief Diversity Officers are pointless The Hiring Issue facing those recruiting Chief Diversity Officers Why Chief Diversity Officers don't get results and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode CDO's are...2020-10-1316 min
The Element Of InclusionInclusify: The Power of Uniqueness and Belonging To Build Innovative Teams [Book Review]Some leaders are able to attract retain and engage diverse teams while others miss opportunities or fail altogether Find out why as I review a book called Inclusify: The Power of Uniqueness and Belonging To Build Innovative Teams by Stephanie K. Johnson PhD Here are some key messages from this episode Inclusify as a concept The Four Follies of Leadership The ABC’s of Bias much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Inclusify: Embrace different perspectives and fit them all together 2020-10-0623 min
The Element Of InclusionWhy Professions Need To Be Inclusive To Remain LegitimateProfessions are in the discrimination business; it’s by design Find out why inclusion is necessary for professions and why the professions that get this wrong are going to be devastated Here are some key messages from this episode The special contract between Professions and Society Why Inclusive Professions matter to your personally The urgent need for Inclusion in Professions and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Professions are in the discrimination business “Professions are in the discrimination busi...2020-09-2913 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Protean Career Path to InclusionIn the 21st Century, you’re probably trying to develop a Protean Career without even knowing it. Find out what a Protean Career is and why this has some interesting implications for Diversity and Inclusion Here are some key messages from this episode The relationship between Protean Careers and Inclusion How the Pandemic accelerated our Protean Careers The defining features of a Protean Career and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Protean Careers are value driven by individuals “as p...2020-09-2208 min
The Element Of InclusionThe Relationship Between Diversity, Inclusion & Identity PoliticsSome people think it’s possible to talk about Diversity and Inclusion without being political. Find out why Diversity and Inclusion is a political issue; whether you like it or not. Here are some key messages from this episode The relationship between Inclusion and Identity Politics How Inclusion work is political Why you should consider how political your inclusion journey is and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode It’s not always easy to separate ideas from identity “This de...2020-09-1506 min
The Element Of InclusionWhy I Avoid Debates About Diversity and InclusionDo you ever get into debates about diversity and Inclusion? Find out why for me the answer is really simple… zero Here are some key messages from this episode Why I avoid debates about inclusion Why a debate may be framed for disaster How this podcast helps you to address inclusion questions and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Debates can set you up to create conflict “Most of the time, a debate is presented as a form of re...2020-09-0809 min
The Element Of InclusionWhy Collisions May Be The Secret to Creating InclusionWhat if the secret to creating inclusion wasn't bringing everyone together to be comfortable. Find out why the secret to creating inclusion could be to bring everyone together to collide! Here are some key messages from this episode How you can use Collision Theory to drive inclusion How resource groups can create the energy you need Why bursts of energy can cause catastrophe or advancement and much more Play the episode for more. Here are some key takeaways from this episode Employee resource groups increase energy in individual members2020-09-0107 min