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HBR's 10 Must Reads on Diversity (with bonus article "Making Differences Matter: A New Paradigm for Managing Diversity" By David A. Thomas and Robin J. Ely)

A New Paradigm for Managing Diversity" by David A. Thomas and Robin J. Ely)
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HBR's 10 Must Reads on Diversity is a compilation of influential articles that explore the role and impact of diversity in the workplace, aiming to enhance inclusion and understanding within organizations. This collection provides strategies for overcoming common challenges, emphasizing the importance of managing differences effectively for innovation and growth. The bonus article offers a new perspective on diversity management, urging businesses to integrate diversity into their core practices.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in enhancing your understanding of diversity in the workplace. It's perfect for those looking to explore innovative approaches to managing diversity and grasp the importance of creating inclusive work environments. The included insights from various experts provide practical strategies and thought-provoking perspectives on fostering a more diverse and equitable culture in business settings.

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This book will inspire you to: Understand and eradicate bias Break down unspoken barriers Attract, retain, and engage talent that represents many diverse identities Question how you think about and promote equality Establish company policies and practices that are inclusive

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In today's competitive hiring market, you can't risk excluding or alienating talented employees—regardless of their gender, race, class, or physical ability. Bias can seep into the deepest corners of your workplace and hinder both the success of the people who hold marginalised identities and your organisation as a whole. What sort of hiring procedures, employee development programs, and personnel policies can eradicate the biases that cause discrimination? One-day mandatory diversity seminars aren't enough.

If you read nothing else on achieving diversity, read these 10 articles by experts in the field. We've combed through hundreds of articles in the Harvard Business Review archive and selected the most important ones to help you challenge your company's thinking—and infrastructure—on creating a culture that seeks and celebrates differences.

This book will inspire you to:

  • Understand and eradicate bias
  • Break down unspoken barriers
  • Attract, retain, and engage talent that represents many diverse identities
  • Question how you think about and promote equality
  • Establish company policies and practices that are inclusive
  • Develop a culture that offers every employee equal access to opportunities for growth

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HBR's 10 Must Reads on Diversity presents a collection of articles that explore critical aspects of managing diversity in business. The reviews highlight the book's insightful examination of how diverse workforces can drive innovation and performance. It is praised for offering practical frameworks and strategies from business experts on how to effectively promote diversity and inclusion within organisations.

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ISBN: 9781633697720

Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 May 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Harvard Business Review Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Harvard Business Review is the leading destination for smart management thinking. Through its flagship magazine, 13 international licensed editions, books from Harvard Business Review Press, and digital content and tools published on HBR.org, Harvard Business Review provides professionals around the world with rigorous insights and best practices to lead themselves and their organizations more effectively and to make a positive impact.

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