Inclusive Growth Show

This isn't my usual podcast episode, so you're in for a treat. This one is unique because it's 100% AI-generated. It's a bit cheesy, but I've been experimenting with Google's Notebook LM. One cool feature is that you can upload lots of documents and ask the AI to summarize them and answer questions. It can even create an AI-generated podcast episode that dives deep into whatever documents you upload.

For this experiment, I had Google's Notebook LM talk about my two books, Inclusive Growth and Building Inclusivity, along with some other materials I've recently published on my website. This episode is the result of that experiment. I hope you enjoy it! Remember, it's entirely AI-generated and a bit cheesy, but I love trying out new technologies.

In my books, I discuss how AI has a dark side due to inherent biases in its content. However, if used correctly, AI and machine learning can help accelerate diversity and inclusion. For example, I've been working with the University of Salford to see how AI can automatically analyze diversity data to give businesses real-time insights into their workforce's diversity.

More impressively, AI can analyze employee feedback and sentiment within seconds. It can identify key themes about how employees feel in the organization. You can use this data to inform your equity, diversity, and inclusion strategy. The prototype software I've built can do this analysis in split seconds.

Typically, analyzing a diversity and inclusion survey takes two or three days for a human to complete and report findings to a client. With AI, we can turn this around in mere seconds.

So sit back, enjoy this episode, and I look forward to hearing your feedback!

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Unlock the secrets to creating an inclusive workplace with Toby Mildon, author of "Building Inclusivity" and "Inclusive Growth." Learn how to transform your organization through comprehensive change management, as Mildon shares invaluable insights from his journey as a disabled professional. He likens the process of fostering inclusivity to implementing a massive IT system—requiring meticulous planning, universal buy-in, and relentless effort. Discover how diversity in thought, experience, and leadership style can revolutionize decision-making, and explore practical tools like the GC Index to ensure balanced and inclusive leadership.

We'll also dive into Toby's Perceptions Inclusive Leadership Behaviors Checklist, a powerful framework for evaluating and enhancing leader inclusivity. By embracing human-centered design, organizations can create employee experiences that break down barriers to inclusivity. Hear about real-world examples, including a standout case from Intuit, and the role of technology in fostering a culture of respect and continuous improvement. Celebrate the wins and use them as a catalyst for ongoing positive change. Join us for actionable strategies and inspiring stories that will help your workplace not only embrace inclusivity but truly thrive.

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

Discover the secrets to successfully pivoting your career and enhancing workplace inclusivity in this episode of the Inclusive Growth Podcast. Join me, Toby Mildon, as I share my transformative journey from a technologist at the BBC to a diversity and inclusion specialist at Deloitte, before founding my own consultancy. Alongside me is Iesha Small, a dynamic career pivot consultant, who brings their rich experience of transitioning from mechanical engineering to teaching and later to coaching leaders. Together, we unravel the motivations and strategies behind our career changes, offering you practical advice on leveraging side hustles, personal projects, and the power of networking.

Iesha and I dissect the concept of career pivoting, shedding light on the challenges and rewards that come with significant professional shifts. From understanding the intricacies of coaching in educational leadership to exploring the creation of compelling professional portfolios, we share first-hand stories and actionable tips to guide you through your own career transitions. Iesha's journey from teaching to career coaching exemplifies how varied experiences can shape a unique approach to helping others. We emphasize the importance of personal branding, structured support, and aligning your career with personal values to navigate complex career landscapes.

Lastly, we delve into the entrepreneurial mindset and how viewing your career as a business can revolutionise your professional journey. Learn how to build confidence, especially if you're in your 40s or 50s, and how to utilise personal branding to open new opportunities. We also discuss the challenges of networking in today's world and offer solutions to stay connected. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with a treasure trove of strategies and insights to help you pivot your career and foster inclusivity in your workplace. Connect with Iesha  on LinkedIn for further guidance and resources.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

Unlock the transformative power of inclusive communication with our special guest, Ettie Bailey-King, an expert in inclusive and accessible communications. Join us as we explore how harmful practices in communication can perpetuate discrimination and how you can counteract this with specificity, accuracy, and respect. Ettie shares practical examples and key principles that underline the importance of mindful communication within organisations and with external stakeholders. Understand how words shape actions, perceptions, and behaviours, and learn to foster an inclusive environment through thoughtful language choices.

Ever wondered how a simple change in wording can alter your memory of an event? Discover intriguing research on language's profound impact on our judgments and societal biases. Ettie and I discuss the importance of mindfulness in word choice, particularly when it comes to marginalised groups, and the inevitable mistakes we all make in communication. From public speaking tips to insights on gendered language, we delve into the art of using language to reflect true values and encourage self-compassion and corrective actions when errors occur.

Expand your understanding of accessibility with a nuanced perspective that goes beyond specific conditions. Toby shares his experiences from the BBC, introducing the concept of permanent, temporary, and situational disabilities. We discuss practical strategies for creating inclusive communications, such as using simple language and making content available in multiple formats. Learn how to integrate these practices into your daily work and challenge narrow definitions of professionalism. For more insights, be sure to follow Ettie on LinkedIn and subscribe to her newsletter. Join us as we champion inclusive growth through better communication.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

What if fostering a sense of belonging could be the key to overcoming resistance to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in your organisation? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Cordell Carter, the founding director of the Aspen Institute on Belonging, as he shares his invaluable insights and personal journey. From his unique upbringing as a preacher's kid to his extensive experience at IBM and the Gates Foundation, Cordell offers a compelling narrative on how creating environments where employees feel seen, heard, and valued can drive both personal fulfilment and organisational success.

In this episode, Cordell emphasises the crucial link between organisational culture and inclusive growth, offering practical steps to cultivate an inclusive environment. Learn how simple yet impactful actions, such as a monthly book club, can build trust and understanding across all levels of your organisation. We also discuss the pyramid model of equity, equality, inclusion, and diversity, and the importance of executives understanding the 'why' behind belonging, inspired by Simon Sinek's principles. Tune in to discover how you can implement these strategies to motivate and retain talent while creating a culture of opportunity and belonging for all.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

How does bias shape the healthcare experience for marginalised communities? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Ellen Edenbrough, co-founder of Inclusive Health, as we uncover the pressing need for equality in healthcare. Ellen’s diverse journey through various sectors of inclusion and diversity sets the stage for an eye-opening discussion on the unique challenges faced by patients and healthcare professionals alike. Through personal stories, including those of their wife, a junior doctor living with cluster headaches, Ellen reveals the often-overlooked assumptions in medical settings and how Inclusive Health is making strides with practical, relatable training to foster inclusivity.

We don’t shy away from the tough questions. What does it really mean to navigate the healthcare system as a non-binary individual or a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Ellen sheds light on the daily fears and biases that these patients encounter, from the lack of legal recognition to the dangerous consequences of medical assumptions. We also delve into the misconceptions surrounding physical disabilities, emphasising the critical need for a holistic approach to healthcare. The conversation introduces the unique training modules developed by Inclusive Health, leveraging personal lived experiences to improve the medical field's understanding and approach to comprehensive care.

Finally, we tackle the systemic issues plaguing the NHS, including the stark regional inconsistencies in patient care. Ellen illustrates these points with compelling examples, such as the struggles of a trans individual trying to receive hormone therapy after relocating. The narrative contrasts the dignified care in hospices with the often clinical environments of hospitals, highlighting how these settings impact patient well-being. The episode concludes with a powerful discussion on the financial and psychological costs of discrimination within the NHS, and the urgent need for creating psychologically safe environments for healthcare professionals. Tune in to understand how fostering inclusivity is not just a moral imperative but also a practical necessity for saving lives and reducing healthcare costs.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

Can a tool originally designed for deep space communication revolutionise inclusivity on Earth? Join us on the Inclusive Growth Podcast as we welcome back Rob, the co-founder of Braided Space, who shares the fascinating journey of transforming a space-age innovation into a groundbreaking tool for inclusive communication. Rob discusses the evolution of Braiding, a tool initially created to overcome communication delays in space missions, and its impactful transition to Earth where it supports neurodivergent individuals. 

Rob explains how integrating braided interviews and meetings can enhance neuroinclusive hiring processes across various sectors, from tech giants to pharmaceutical firms. We explore the future role of AI in these processes and some unexpected applications for braided meetings, such as staff surveys and one-to-one interactions. 

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

What if you could create an inclusive workplace strategy that not only aligns with your business goals, but stands resilient against external pressures and anti-DEI rhetoric? We sit down with Grace Mosuro, a distinguished inclusion strategist and founder of Acquaintz Consulting, who reveals the secrets to doing just that. Grace's journey, marked by her experiences as a black woman and a breast cancer thriver, offers profound lessons on connecting with your organisation's 'why' to ensure your DEI initiatives are both effective and enduring.

Our conversation delves into the frustrating realities of healthcare and racial inequity, illuminating Grace's personal struggles to be heard by medical professionals and the broader systemic issues that persist. We unpack the reluctance of senior leaders in the workplace to address race equity and the critical need for organisations to recognise and confront their role in perpetuating these disparities. 

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

What if you could access mental health support tailored specifically for LGBTQIA+ individuals, no matter where you are in the world - even in places where being LGBTQIA+ is criminalised? Jaron Soh, CEO of Voda, has created a groundbreaking mental health app for the queer community. Jaron opens up about his journey, incuding his personal experience growing up in conservative Singapore, along with the unique challenges Voda addresses, from coming out; dealing with gender dysphoria; and navigating queer relationships.

This episode also delves into Voda's ambitious mission to provide discreet, affordable, and tailored mental health support to millions globally. We explore Voda's commitment to activism, including efforts for marriage equality and fighting transphobia, while prioritising genuine social connections over AI-generated interactions. Jaron shares valuable insights on aligning business growth with company values, attracting like-minded investors, and the crucial role of feedback in fostering inclusivity. Whether you're passionate about mental health, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, or the intersection of design, impact, and technology, this conversation is a must-listen.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

Unlock the secret to fostering inclusive and high-performing teams with insights from Nathan Ott, co-founder and Chief Polisher of the Game Changing Index (GC Index). Nathan shares the innovative approach of the GC Index, which categorises individuals into five key roles: game changers, strategists, implementers, polishers, and playmakers, and explaines how embracing different thinking styles and contributions can revolutionise your workplace and promote cognitive diversity.

Discover practical applications of the GC Index framework in various settings, from businesses to schools. We discuss the importance of a shared language for defining roles and responsibilities, which helps to depersonalise feedback and align teams more effectively. Nathan provides real-world examples of how the GC Index aids in recruiting senior leadership, organising projects, and balancing team energies to boost productivity and collaboration. By understanding and leveraging these unique roles, you can unlock your team's full potential and foster a more inclusive environment.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.

Ever wondered how early mediation can transform workplace conflict into a catalyst for growth? Today's episode is with Merry Brown, an experienced Workplace Conflict Restoration Consultant, who explains how managed conflict can yield positive results due to the diversity of opinions of others which encourages psychological safety.

Merry and I examine how valuing conflict can drive organisational growth, particularly through the lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). By setting clear guidelines for disagreements and maintaining open dialogue, organisations can harness the power of diverse teams to outperform homogenous ones. Merry shares real-life examples and practical strategies to build an inclusive work culture, encouraging a proactive approach to conflict.

If you're enjoying this episode and looking to boost equity, inclusion, and diversity in your organisation, my team and I are here to help. Our team specialises in crafting data-driven strategies, developing inclusive leaders, designing fair recruitment processes, and enhancing disability confidence. With a blend of professional expertise and lived experience, we're ready to support you on your journey. Reach out to us through our website. 

If you want to build a more inclusive workplace that you can be proud of please visit our website to learn more.