Hosted by Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, every week we inform and educate using applied research and thought leadership Get your pen and paper ready because this is one of the world’s most valuable resources to help you on your Inclusion journey. We provide book reviews, research breakdowns, explainers, opinion pieces, interviews and much more We’re on a mission to help a million people like you to make your workplace more inclusive To continue the conversation join us on Linkedin: The Element of Inclusion Community
Hosted by Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey
Every week we inform and educate using applied research and thought leadership
Get your pen and paper ready because this is one of the world’s most valuable resources to help you on your Inclusion journey.
We provide book reviews, research breakdowns, explainers, opinion pieces, interviews and much more
We’re on a mission to help a million people like you to make your workplace more inclusive
To continue the conversation join us on Linkedin: The Element of Inclusion Community
We’re on a mission to help a million people like you to make your workplace more inclusive
To continue the conversation join us on Linkedin: The Element of Inclusion Community
Playing the Infinite Game: Evidence-Based Inclusion in Organisations
00:06:10
Building Inclusion is a task that may never be finished.
Find out why it’s useful to think about it as an infinite game.
Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:
– The difference between being dramatic and theatrical
– The goal of any infinite game
– Why finite games in Inclusion leave you short changed
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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:
It’s useful to think of Inclusion as an infinite game.
“You don’t know who’s playing along. You don’t know all the rules. You don’t know when this is going to stop.”
There are no fixed rules, no fixed boundaries and no fixed end point.
“You get to make the rules. You get to push the boundaries. You get to contribute even if no one knows who you are.”
The goal isn’t to win in the short term.
“Sometimes you may not feel like showing up. Sometimes I don’t feel like showing up! But our focus is on ongoing engagement and participation, with no fixed endpoint.”
The Authority Series: Maria Morukian on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training
00:51:58
Research says that DEI training is ineffective
Here I’m speaking with an author who provides practical tips to make it effective
Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:
– How to create opportunities for storytelling
– How to focus on both process and outcomes as lifelong learners
– The value in building a set of core competencies for DEI professionals.
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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:
3 levels of sharing you need to know
“ I talk about Surface stories, Snorkel stories and Scuba stories”
2 pulse questions to ask members of your team
“by asking very specific, open ended questions, what is one thing that leadership can do, or one thing that you would like to see that you think would make the most significant difference in the next six months”
Why Trainers are so well placed for Inclusion
“I realised training and talent development professionals have access to everyone across the organisation in some way”
The ‘Inclusion Delusion: When The Research Does Not Support The Claims
00:07:48
I’ve just been reminded how obscure Inclusion narratives are
Find out when the research does not support the claims
Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:
– How the popular press can be misleading
– How my trust was destroyed by what I read
– Why you should pay attention to social desirability
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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:
Be careful when people say Research says
“You can get away with almost anything if you use the words “research shows”, I know this. To prevent you from thinking I’m manipulating you. I share my sources.”
Check out the show notes, they are there for you to use
“That’s why I do my best to reveal my bias so you can make your own mind up.”
Consider social desirability when discussing Inclusion in public
“These may not be the mostuseful questions because each one has a socially desirable response.”
The Authority Series: Dr Nika White on Uncomplicating Inclusion
00:46:03
Too many over complicate Inclusion.
Here I’m speaking with an author who wrote a book to uncomplicate it.
Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:
– How to simplify DEI
– Why DEI needs to be untangled
– The importance of dialogue as an asset
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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:
Make time for critical reflection.
“I really wanted people to have a personal experience with what they were reading, and through those critical reflections to be able to process”
Keep asking questions
“the main goal is to keep the dialogue going. Because as long as we are communicating, there is a chance we’re going to be able to find some common ground”
Understand your personal DEI story
“So part of the the practicality of it is that to start really thinking about what is your dei story?”
The Authority Series: Dr Lauran Star on Evidence Based Inclusion
00:53:54
My first book may have Evidence Based Inclusion in the title
Find out how from an author who already wrote that book
Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:
– What the research really says about the Business Case for Diversity
– How to use Evidence to build Inclusion where you work
– A smarter way to think about Belonging
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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:
Pay attention to the Business Case for Inclusion
“you know, what I found? Inclusion was an inclusive criteria, every organisation had to demonstrate that they had an inclusive organisational culture to enrol in any of those 700 studies”
Consider stop talking about Diversity
“As soon as as soon as I hear the word diversity, or if I say the word diversity, I can actually see people shutting down.”
Be more intentional about Intersectionality
“leave diversity alone, leave it right. intersectionality, much, much better word”
A Better Future : Here’s Your Confident Path to Inclusion
00:10:30
DEI is under comprehensive attack by powerful voices.
Find out why you should feel confident about your future.
Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:
– How I’m trying to inspire you rather than instruct you
– How you can use our tried and test formula
– How you can focus on relevant results
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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:
Knowing what you’re talking about when you’re talking about it.
“I’ve said it before. Diversity and Inclusion are two of the most used and abused words in the workplace today.”
Beware of bad actors
“There’s been some bad actors who’ve made things worse for you.
– Fake experts
– People spreading Misinformation
– Performers”
Use Evidence Based Inclusion to focus on the fundamentals
“All of this is tied together by our Evidence Based Inclusion Practice. This is the system we use to support our clients to build Inclusive workplaces.”