Diversity is a measure. Inclusion is a skill.
Ensure you are being inclusive in tough situations and, most importantly, when things are going wrong. People can feel most abandoned at times of stress. These situations are a true torture test for any leader. The higher the risk and the stakes, the bigger the temptation to revert to the people and decisions you are most at ease with. That’s when leaders need to make sure they lead by example and demonstrate passion for inclusive leadership through their attitudes and behaviors. Show people you are there for them and wanting their input, especially when disruption is at its greatest.
It is our role as leaders to question the status quo and encourage everyone to do the same. Staying still in today`s world is not an option. Accessing diverse points of view is vital in creating optimum strategies and plans. An inclusive leader creates an environment where disagreement is viewed positively. I have learned from experience that the more diverse the team, the more debate and disagreement we have and the better the outcome. As leaders, we should create a culture in which the team can hear and understand other people`s points of views or ideas that are different to their own. Continue here....
-- Geraldine Huse
