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Nationwide Is on Employees’ Side
Using employee resource groups, Nationwide built an environment that leverages the skills, knowledge and diverse perspectives of all associates.Discover Critical Talent
Workers of all ages have something unique to offer budding entrepreneurs. Too often the entrepreneur only reaches out to those in his or her age group.Details Need to Be Ironed Out in Government Diversity Initiative
Despite the president's executive order to establish a government-wide initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in the federal workforce, things aren't coming together quite yet.Comcast Explores New Channels of Diversity
Maria Arias, Comcast Corp.’s new executive director of diversity and inclusion, has propelled its diversity efforts toward a new foundation of long-term, sustainable programs that will ensure that diversity is reflected in every aspect of the business.There’s Always Something
Women have it tough enough without having to battle people for the opportunity to excel, writes editor Kellye Whitney.Badge
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How Do Personal Interactions Shape Executives? 1 Reply
How has working with others shaped you as an executive? What about the executives you work with in your company? Share here.Continue
Started by Daniel Margolis. Last reply by Cody Zindler on Tuesday.
Can International Experience Hurt a Career Path?
International experience, it could be argued, is a must for today's budding business executives. But are there situations when it could actually harm an executive's career path? Share here. Continue
Started by Diversity Executive Editor May 14.
Harry Reid Controversy 5 Replies
If you've been following the news over the last week, you're probably well aware of the…Continue
Started by Deanna Hartley. Last reply by David Womble May 7.
Minorities and the Employment Landscape
Even as employment prospects continue to look up for many Americans, there is no denying that some minority groups are finding it more challenging to gain meaningful employment. Why is that still the…Continue
Started by Deanna Hartley May 3.
How Has Your Firm Embedded Diversity and Inclusion into Organizational Culture?
Embedding diversity and inclusion into a firm's overall culture isn't easy. What strategic steps has your organization taken to find D&I fit into corporate values and practices? Share here. Continue
Started by Diversity Executive Editor Apr 24.
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Eric Chester posted a blog postNow Every Kid Gets a Trophy, and also a Diploma for Graduating 6th Grade!
Fans of The Beverly Hillbillieswill remember the running joke that Jethro (the most educated of the entire Clampett family) had "made it all the way through the 6th grade." Yee-Haw!When this series originally aired in the sixties, no one celebrated such a…See More
Cody Zindler replied to Daniel Margolis's discussion How Do Personal Interactions Shape Executives?"My observation is that people have a better understanding of me and the work that I do by understanding what makes the whole 'me.' Folks have always treasured more intimate relationships, its no wonder focus in the workplace is…"
Emily Sweillam posted a blog postLawLogix Interviews Department of Justice Attorneys
www.electronici9.com [Editor’s Note: Today’s article is courtesy of the U.S. Department of Justice, Attorneys Edward Gallagher and David Searle, who were kind enough to grant me an interview regarding the Department’s role in investigating and prosecuting crimes that directly impact the U.S. employers and workforce.] 1) Please describe your…See More
Eric Chester posted a blog postDoes Your Company Rate High in Work Ethic?
I'm shopping for a refrigerator to replace a custom built-in model that is in my home. Always looking for a bargain, I went online and found a great deal on one through a major retailer. This particular fridge had been marked down because of a scratch on one side, and the way my kitchen is configured, the sides won't show.…See More
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Winning Championships — and Business
Each year in February, myriad celebrations are held around the U.S. and television specials are aired in honor of Black History Month — and this year is no different. Because of this, over the weekend, I had the opportunity to watch the film “Remember the Titans” for the first time.
For those who aren’t aware, the film follows the triumphs and tragedies of a racially integrated high school football team in 1971 in Alexandria, Va. After being segregated for generations, an all-black… Continue
For those who aren’t aware, the film follows the triumphs and tragedies of a racially integrated high school football team in 1971 in Alexandria, Va. After being segregated for generations, an all-black… Continue
Posted by Deanna Hartley on February 7, 2011 at 11:38am
Gay At Work: When I Think About It
From the Welcome To The Occupation archives. Originally posted there on January 23, 2010
Everyday that I go to work, I walk past the receptionist, say hi to co-workers, put my lunch in the refrigerator, sit at my desk, turn my computer on and I start doing what I'm supposed to do so dollars appear in my checking account every two weeks. An exception to this is if maybe I rode my bike into… Continue
Everyday that I go to work, I walk past the receptionist, say hi to co-workers, put my lunch in the refrigerator, sit at my desk, turn my computer on and I start doing what I'm supposed to do so dollars appear in my checking account every two weeks. An exception to this is if maybe I rode my bike into… Continue
Posted by Paul Smith on September 17, 2010 at 5:30am — 7 Comments
Fostering Diversity at a Price?
The recent Supreme Court decision in favor of the white New Haven firefighters has not only saturated media outlets, it has also raised questions and discussions around the notion that trying to promote diversity efforts could come at a price.
For instance, the court ruled that in this case, the white firefighters failed to receive the promotions that were due to them simply because New… Continue
For instance, the court ruled that in this case, the white firefighters failed to receive the promotions that were due to them simply because New… Continue
Posted by Deanna Hartley on July 14, 2009 at 5:00pm — 1 Comment
‘Mature’ Workers Shake Up Norms in the Workplace
If you’ve been following recession-related news over the past few months, you’re probably aware of the fact that droves of mature workers — or those over the age of 55 — have put their retirement plans on the back burner and are continuing to slog it out in the workforce.
Delaying retirement has proved to be beneficial to many employers, a recent CareerBuilder… Continue
Delaying retirement has proved to be beneficial to many employers, a recent CareerBuilder… Continue
Posted by Deanna Hartley on July 28, 2009 at 9:47am — 1 Comment
Are We Thwarting Efforts for Inclusion?
I have to admit I was outraged to learn of some goings-on in an agency that’s highly esteemed by the public: the FBI.
A black former FBI agent experienced varying levels of racial discrimination at the workplace, ranging from humiliation tactics — including a colleague inserting an image of a monkey over his son’s face in a family picture — to death threats, according to an NPR article. What’s even more… Continue
A black former FBI agent experienced varying levels of racial discrimination at the workplace, ranging from humiliation tactics — including a colleague inserting an image of a monkey over his son’s face in a family picture — to death threats, according to an NPR article. What’s even more… Continue
Posted by Deanna Hartley on June 15, 2009 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment
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