Promoting diversity requires some proactive research my managers in order to successfully implement diversity in the workplace. A good example in the video is that if a person practicing Muslim does not look you in the eye in an interview then you should understand that this is a sign of respect and not disrespect. Little things like this are important to watch out for because it could be easy to subconsciously slip and feel as though they are being rude. In one of the examples the company even provides specific training to employees on how to handle diversity and accept differences. A lesbian employee talks about how much of a different it made once she was able to bring her partner to different functions and become part of the team and feel as though it was truly a place where she could be herself. Understanding it is not a social or economic issue alone, that combine this means "more clients, different clients." This helps the business from all angles obviously. The most productive working environment is one that makes people feel comfortable throughout their working time spent at your company. I agree with all of these points and it is a good article to explain why diversity is so important in the workplace!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGyhCC4Dj6U
Alec
Its very interesting to learn that how other cultures have different interview processes. I always knew that they always respected those with position power but not making any eye contact is interesting.
ReplyDeleteWithout a doubt however I completely agree that the most productive work environment is one that makes people feel comfortable. I can't imagine being in a culture were I am not allowed to even make eye contact with my supervisor. I am glad that I have the ability to be in a culture were I can feel comfortable.
Brian Gabriel