The Element of Inclusion

How the Chauffeur Test Exposes Fake DEI Leaders

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Too many DEI experts sound impressive but lack the depth to deliver real results.

And the chauffeur test is a quick way to spot them.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

  1. Why chauffeur knowledge creates dangerous illusions of expertise.
  2. How 3-book experts mislead leaders seeking real solutions.
  3. Three ways to spot surface-level knowledge in DEI work.

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    Key Takeaways from This Episode:

    1. Bad expertise costs more than just money—it costs trust and progress.
      • “It helps the people who hate DEI.”
      • Real experts stand up to scrutiny, feedback, and real-world results.
        • “Answer tough, unscripted questions.”
        • Not all experience translates into skill—so test, question, and verify.
          • “I like asking questions 2 levels down.”

            • Check out these resources:

            • Ryan Hopkins’ Video – The inspiration for this episode

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              Crafting an identity: an examination of the lived experiences of minority racial and ethnic individuals in the workplace.

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