The Element of Inclusion

The Problem With Using A Simple Approach To Diversity & Inclusion


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The simplest explanation is often the best explanation 

Find out if that’s true when it comes to Diversity and Inclusion

Here are some key messages from this episode:

  • Why we want Diversity & Inclusion to be simple
  • A powerful principle to help your decision making
  • Why a Simple Approach can be unhelpful and much more
  • Play the episode for more.

    Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

    Entities should not be multiplied unnecessarily

    So if you’ve got two or more theories to explain an outcome; you should choose the most simple theory, the most simple explanation, the one with the least moving parts. You want to avoid multiplying entities if it’s unnecessary

    Sometimes it’s necessary to multiply entities

    It can be hiding place for considering other options, it can imply that you already have the answers and this can also be used as a way to ignore some of the complexities of the world we live in

    All things are rarely equal

    This is a situation that’s rare in science, but imagine that in the social world. The world we inhabit, not only is it difficult to claim the results are the same but all other things are rarely equal

    Here are some resources so you can go deeper: 

    What is Occam’s Razor?

    How to Use Occam’s Razor Without Getting Cut

    Check out these related episodes of the show.

    Why Using Common Sense is a Diversity & Inclusion Mistake

    UK music industry urged to drop ‘offensive’ term BAME

    Whenever you’re ready, there are a few ways I can support your Inclusion Journey:

    1.     Work with me 1:1 

    2.     Get Practical Book Insights 

    3.     Get our Free Email Course 

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