Diversity in the workplace essentials you always wanted to know / Jaquina Gilbert.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gilbert, Jaquina, author.

Series:

Self-Learning Management Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Personnel management.

Multiculturalism.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (237 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

United States : Vibrant Publishers, [2022]

Summary:

Diversity in the Workplace Essentials focuses on: • Identity • Historical influence • Organizational Culture • Systemic Change • Equity v/s Equality A multi-perspective view of diversity and inclusion in the 21st-century workplace Diversity in the Workplace Essentials is key to understanding how organizations can leverage and embrace talent from diverse backgrounds and create an inclusive organizational culture. For some, there is a clear correlation between the success of an organization and the diversity it embraces. For others, merely hearing the word “diversity” feels like an imposed “buzzword” that makes people antsy about how to get along at work. Talk about diversity! This book bridges the two perceptions. It discusses the historical influence of diversity in the workplace and explains challenging concepts to broaden diversity literacy. Professionals gain deeper insight into workplace impacts that may have traditionally been overlooked, disregarded, or misunderstood. The book does not shy away from difficult topics that many organizations encounter. Instead, it teaches that diversity and inclusion are about progress, not punishment. To recognize, respond to, and nurture diversity within individuals that often impact our workplace, we have to first understand the importance that diversity has holistically. After reading this book, you will understand: • The definition of DE&I • How diversity influences the workplace • The historical significance of diversity • How organizations can best embrace diversity • The difference between equity and equality • How to leverage and embrace diverse talent About the Series Diversity in the Workplace Essentials is part of the Self-Learning Management Series. This series is designed to help students, new managers, career switchers, and entrepreneurs learn essential management lessons and covers every aspect of business, from HR to Finance to Marketing to Operations across any and every industry. Each book includes basic fundamentals, important concepts, and standard and well-known principles, as well as practical ways of application of the subject matter.

Contents:

Intro

Identity

1.1 Historical Background of Identity and Diversity

1.2 Privilege and White Fragility

1.3 Intersectionality

1.4 Multiculturalism

Quiz

Chapter Summary

Diversity

2.1 Physical Appearance and Attributes

2.2 Physical and Mental Abilities

2.3 Sex and Gender

2.4 Age

2.5 Race, Ethnicity and Nationality

2.6 Status

2.7 Language and Communication

2.8 Spirituality and Religion

2.9 Socioeconomic Background

2.10 Learning Style

2.11 Working Style

2.12 Talents, Skills, and Aptitude

Organizational Culture

3.1 Impact of Diversity on Organizational Culture

3.2 Harassment and Discrimination

3.3 Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions

3.4 Hiring Practices

3.5 Bias in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Equity

4.1 Equity vs. Equality

4.2 Types of Equity

4.3 Pay Equity and Compensation

4.4 Organizational Impact of Equity Issues

Inclusion

5.1 Intentional Inclusion

5.2 Stereotypes and Stigmas

5.3 Allies, Advocacy, and Anti-Discriminatory Acts

Enhanced Diversity Literacy

6.1 Race

6.2 Age

6.3 Religion

6.4 Gender

6.5 Disabilities and ADA

Leveraging Talent

7.1 Assessment Tools

7.2 Flow

7.3 Cultivate Emotional Intelligence

7.4 Top Performers

7.5 Nontraditional Talent Pools

Laws, Practices, and Compliance

8.1 Legal Compliance

8.2 Laws vs. Practices

8.3 Employer's DE&amp

I Responsibilities

Cultural Awareness

9.1 Improving Cultural Awareness

9.2 Community Relations and Impact on the Workplace

Systemic Change

10.1 Turning the Dial in the Workplace

10.2 Critical Conversations.

10.3 Training and Development

References

Books

Magazines

Websites.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781636511139

1636511139

OCLC:

1313898564