Inclusion in Progress

#081 - In this episode, Kay Fabella shares how to spot signs of burnout in a remote team before it happens, based on her experience as a remote worker and now running a fully remote team at Inclusion in Progress, LLC.

First, Kay defines burnout and some signs to be aware of when it comes to remote workers, as well as ideas for how to broach the conversation with your teams when you suspect they're on the verge of burnout.

Finally, Kay discusses what your team culture needs to help prevent or mitigate burnout when it happens.

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To download our 2021 Future of Work Culture whitepaper, click here.

Ready to partner with us on a tailored DEI solution for your company? Get in touch today for a complimentary call.

Read our Forbes features here, here, and here.

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The information contained above is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this article, video or audio are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this article, video or audio. Kay Fabella disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Disclaimer: Some of these links are for products and services offered by the podcast creator.

#080 - In this episode, Kay Fabella shares her 2021 review, her personal reflections working in DEI, and what's next for Inclusion in Progress in 2022.

Kay dives into her experiences as an immigrant and woman of color living outside of the US, how she and the team have grown in their DEI work, what she has had to leave behind, and where she is excited to be going next.

Finally, Kay gives you a sneak peek on where the Inclusion in Progress podcast will be going in the new year.

Our Latest Whitepaper is Now Available

The Future of Work Culture 2021: 
Evolving DEI to Engage a More Global Workforce

Almost two years since the pandemic forced tech companies to leave their physical offices, more than a year since the resurgence of the antiracism movement, how has work culture shifted for multicultural, global teams? 

In our latest whitepaper you'll discover:

• The legacy of the Covid-19 pandemic on employee expectations — and how it will affect the tech industry's ability to hire future talent.
• How demographic shifts, multicultural identities, and social justice movements will impact company culture — and how tech companies can evolve their DEI and talent retention strategies in 2022.
• The role of technology in collaboration and connectivity for global teams — and how tech organizations can create greater opportunities for global talent while embracing distributed work.

>> Click here to download the whitepaper <<

Links

Ready to partner with us on a tailored DEI solution for your company? Get in touch today for a complimentary call.

Read our Forbes features here, here, and here.

To learn how to leave a review for the podcast, click here.

#079 - In this episode, Kay Fabella shares more of her findings from her team's 2021 whitepaper on DEI and the future of work for multicultural teams, which is now available for download. 

Kay discusses how Generation Z is challenging company leadership to be more intentional with how to respond to the different identities, cultures, lived experiences and locations of their employees.

Finally, Kay talks about why understanding Gen Z employees' expectations will help companies retain and recruit the best people for organizations in 2022 and beyond.

Our Latest Whitepaper is Now Available

The Future of Work Culture 2021: 
Evolving DEI to Engage a More Global Workforce

Almost two years since the pandemic forced tech companies to leave their physical offices, more than a year since the resurgence of the antiracism movement, how has work culture shifted for multicultural, global teams? 

In our latest whitepaper you'll discover:

• The legacy of the Covid-19 pandemic on employee expectations — and how it will affect the tech industry's ability to hire future talent.
• How demographic shifts, multicultural identities, and social justice movements will impact company culture — and how tech companies can evolve their DEI and talent retention strategies in 2022.
• The role of technology in collaboration and connectivity for global teams — and how tech organizations can create greater opportunities for global talent while embracing distributed work.

We'll also share insights, trends, and specific ways we've worked with tech companies to lay the foundation for a new work culture that benefits business and global teams — and, in the process, pave the way for a future of work that supports all of us.

>> Click here to download the whitepaper <<

#078 - In this episode, Kay Fabella shares findings from her team's 2021 whitepaper on DEI and the future of work for multicultural teams in tech, which is now available for download.

Kay also announces the launch of the digital home for Inclusion in Progress, LLC, at inclusioninprogress.com, a global consultancy which unites cross-cultural communication, remote work, and DEI strategies to help you retain the best people on your teams.

Finally, Kay dives into how forward-thinking tech firms can stay ahead of the curve in recruitment and retention, as distributed work and our talent's identities continue to diversify in the next normal.

Links

Ready to deepen DEI work at your organization? Get in touch today for your complimentary discovery call -or- email us at [email protected].

To download our 2021 Future of Work Culture whitepaper, click here.

To check out posts on LinkedIn where we share key DEI statistics and industry best practices, click here.

Check out Kay's Forbes feature on how she's helping clients with DEI and remote work here.

To learn how to leave a review for the podcast, click here.

Follow Kay

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayfabella

Content Disclaimer

The information contained above is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this article, video or audio are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this article, video or audio. Kay Fabella disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this article, video or audio. Disclaimer: Some of these links are for products and services offered by the podcast creator.

#077 - In this episode, Kay Fabella talks about how to redefine productivity for remote teams.

Kay discusses the shift in employee expectations as more companies navigate leading remote teams in a post-pandemic world, against the backdrop of the Great Resignation and the entrance of Gen Z into the workforce.

Finally, Kay shares how these changes can be an opportunity for organizations to restructure for different work styles and cultural lenses, to empower middle managers, to create more agile teams, and to redefine productivity for optimal performance in our next normal.

#076 - In this episode, Kay Fabella discusses how to adapt your performance management practices for your remote teams.

Kay shares what she and her team have witnessed with companies adapting performance reviews during the pandemic, and the unique opportunity we have to revisit these appraisals as we navigate through hybrid work and back to our physical workspaces. 

Finally, Kay discusses specific ways companies can adapt their performance management systems for distributed, multicultural teams.

In This Episode

[5:30] A (re)introduction to the mission of Inclusion in Progress, LLC, and how we hope to make Diversity, Equity and Inclusion a cross-cultural conversation.

[7:10] How corporate cultures are being redefined in recent years and how it's impacting the corporate landscape as companies hire and expand internationally

[12:50] The key challenges that companies are facing regarding performance reviews in a multicultural distributed working environment.

[18:30] How organizational culture evolves and some of the key factors that play into a company's ability to adapt post-pandemic.

[20:00] Important reflections to consider when you create a performance management system for a multicultural workforce.

[26:00] Why using a standardized performance review system for your entire global team could create barriers to equity and inclusion.

#075 - In this episode, Kay Fabella is honored to welcome Mita Mallick, the Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta, to talk about how to redesign workplaces for working mothers post-pandemic.

Mita candidly shares the psychological, emotional and professional challenges working mothers are facing while navigating their roles at work and at home. She lays the case for why our organizations have an opportunity to reimagine structures and support so that women continue to participate in the workforce.

Finally, Mita and Kay discuss ideas for companies to retain working mothers and caregivers, to build more inclusive workplaces in the next normal.

In This Episode

[1:00] Why we must redesign workplaces to accommodate working mothers post-pandemic.

[4:30] How Mita is navigating being at the center of so many intersections (as a woman, a mother, a woman of color, and a DEI professional).

[8:30] How Mita responds to people saying that she's "super mom".

[11:50] What workplaces can be doing more strategically and intentionally to create better support systems for women.

[18:00] How do cultural stereotypes work their way into the way women are treated in the workforce?

[20:30] What can organizations and leaders do to further support working women they know?

#074 - In this episode, Kay Fabella discusses what your hybrid workplace needs to succeed.

Kay dives into the definition and origin of intercultural communication. She explains why integrating a multicultural lens in virtual communication and collaboration can help to cultivate more cultural agility, and drive equity and inclusion in hybrid workplaces. She also talks about how intercultural communication, when done intentionally, can help with common collaboration and communication challenges global teams are facing.

Finally, drawing from both US and non-US client interactions, Kay reiterates that DEI and intercultural communication are two sides of the same coin - both aim to build workplace cultures that bring out the best in our teams.

#073 - In this episode, Kay Fabella is pleased to welcome Kristy Wallace, the CEO of Ellevate, to discuss the power of women's networks for gender equity at work.

Kristy shares her lessons from her leadership role at Ellevate, a global network dedicated to the advancement of women in the workplace. She also explains why women's networks are best placed to help companies ensure gender equity in their workforce and provide critical support to women across intersecting identities.

Finally, Kristy and Kay discuss why employers need to understand the shifting needs and expectations of their female employees since the pandemic, and why it's in companies' interest to support women at work.

#072 - In this episode, Kay Fabella discusses what company culture means today, and how it will need to evolve as our workforce continues to change post-pandemic.

Kay revisits the definition of "company culture" and how it has shifted since many of us have not been in a physical working environment for over a year. She also shared why companies with a strong culture have been more effective at retaining talent during the pandemic, and shares examples where organizations have succeeded in creating inclusion for distributed teams. 

Finally, Kay shares key questions leaders should consider about their culture in a remote or hybrid working environment, and why it's also critical to center the lived experiences of all global talent in the DEI conversation.