Too much DEI work is about impressing the wrong people.

Here we’re going to get you focused on the right people.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

People who benefit from your attention

People you should remove your attention from

Where you should place your attention

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode:

Give more attention to people affected by your decisions

“Inclusion begins at home.”

Remove your attention from those who don’t have your best interests at heart

“Too often in life I’ve been trapped in someone’s agenda.”

Put your attention into high impact inclusion work

“You aren’t rewarded for passion. You’re rewarded for your results.”

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High Impact Inclusion Work is how you should be spending your time.

I want to break down 11  mistakes that my clients make that stops them in the past.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

7 Common mistakes leaders make on their inclusion journey

4 mistakes my clients were making that stopped them delivering high impact inclusion work

How you can avoid all of them

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

Avoid The 7 Common Mistakes BRISTOL

“Protect your culture and don’t do the following.”

Don’t use meaningless metrics

“Simpler, more widely understood measures help everyone understand the value.”

Invest in your professional development

“Too many leaders aren’t putting any time into learning how to Deliver High Impact Inclusion Work.”

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Have you had an election result that you think is bad news for inclusion?

I’ve got 3 models that can help.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

Why you may be facing a hostile environment

3 Models to Navigate Inclusion in a Hostile Climate

The importance of making your own mind up

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

“When in Rome”: Comply, But Don’t Over-Comply

“Focus on what’s still lawful and impactful.”

“Embassy”: Create a Safe Haven

“No matter how hostile the external environment becomes, organizations have control over the culture within their own walls.”

Advocate: Shift the Narrative

“Show you value diversity (whatever that means) rather than just saying it.”

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What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for DEI

LGBT-Inclusive Companies Are Better at 3 Big Things

Do Election Results Change Your Attitude To Inclusion?

Dr Jonathan’s PhD Thesis 

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Mainstream DEI practices are encouraging you to do low impact inclusion work

I want to protect you from making that mistake.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

– How to Avoid Low Impact DEI Work

– Why Mainstream DEI Practices Are Failing

– How to Deliver High Impact Inclusion Work Instead

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

1. Don’t engage in Flags, Food, and Fun.

2. Don’t copy mainstream diversity practices.

3. Focus on delivering high impact inclusion work.

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Why You Need To Focus On High Impact Inclusion Work

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If Inclusion is important in your workplace.

You need to be focused on High Impact Inclusion Work.

Everything else is a distraction.

Key Topics Covered in This Episode:

– Why You Need High Impact Inclusion Work

– How you can do this yourself

– How I’ve got an opportunity to help you to do this yourself

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Key Takeaways from This Episode:

I’m going to be talking about high impact inclusion work a lot.

“The problem with mainstream DEI practices is that it is not high impact inclusion work.”

I want to help you deliver high impact inclusion work.

“We want this to be sustainable, we want to keep getting results and improving.”

I want to work with you.

“I’m creating a course, an accredited course that distills everything I’ve just said into actionable steps that you can follow yourself.”

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I share actionable advice every week

Find out what to do if you’re just starting.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

– 3 problems faced by organisations on their inclusion journey

– 3 problems faced by leaders doing the work

– Why I wouldn’t ask for a budget

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

Start with first principles

“Do this and your work will be celebrated. Celebrated does not mean celebrations.”

Make yourself relevant by solving important problems

“Do this and everyone will openly support what you do.”

Use Evidence Based Inclusion to keep getting results

“Why do so many leaders not have a repeatable process for building inclusion at work.”

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The DEI industry is going through some tough times

But what if this is exactly what you need?

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

– 3 reasons why you deserve a budget increase

– What you can do to avoid this happening to you

– How to use key principles to protect yourself

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

Prove You’re Responsible Before Asking for More

“Knowing what I know. I wouldn’t give you the money and I’m on your side.”

Earn the Right to Ask for More

“It’s better to focus on building a track record of measurable results that people care about. “

Make It Easy for Leaders to Say Yes

“People often misunderstand me when I say this.

– Instead of guilt trips

– Instead of platitudes

– Instead of shaming

Make it easy for people to say yes”

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The DEI industry is going through some tough times

But what if this is exactly what you need?

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

– What I told those people who asked me.

– Why I think this is good news for you..

– How this can help you become more inclusive in less time.

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

The DEI industry is undergoing a necessary transformation

“The DEI bubble reminds me of the dot com bubble.”

This is your opportunity to get serious about Inclusion

“With fewer DEI grifters, there’s less noise to distract you”

Evidence-based inclusion is your key to lasting success

“Evidence Based Inclusion is about making decisions based on multiple sources.”

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4 Signs The DEI Bubble Is About To Burst

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People talk about inclusion as if it’s a lifetime commitment.

Find out why for many it depends on who won the last election.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

– What leaders think about election outcomes and inclusion

– How election results influence inclusion strategies

– How organisations adjust inclusion based on government priorities

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

Your company may change it’s attitude to inclusion after an election if

They depend on Government Funding

“If your organisation relies on government funding or contracts, elections could drastically change your priorities.”

They are motivated by legislation and regulations

“If your approach to diversity is regulatory driven, we can expect your attitude to shift accordingly.”

They are sensitive to public pressure and culture shifts

“Election results by definition shift power dynamics. This can also shift views on inclusion.”

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A guide to who is voting and when in this historic year for democracy

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Does Inclusion in your workplace ever address antisemitism?

For most people it’s completely ignored.

Here’s some key topics covered from this episode:

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Here’s some key takeaways from this episode: 

Antisemitism isn’t just historical; it’s happening now

“They said that Antisemitism was a Cultural Phenomenon”

Inclusion doesn’t really talk about it

“People don’t talk about Antisemitism when it comes to Inclusion but they do talk about Jewish people.”

Research doesn’t talk about Antisemitism in the workplace

“we know next to nothing about antisemitism in the workplace”

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Contours of Workplace Antisemitism: Initial Thoughts and a Research Agenda

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