Coming Out Week Events 4 The Inclusionist

By | Coming Out Day, Coming Out Week, LGBT, LGBT Inclusion, Swirl Radio

Watch us on KOFY and my segment- “The Inclusionist” with Michelle Meow- Swirl producerWe’re excited to host the marathon and our own special. Swirl debuts the first ever SWIRL TV show on KOFY ch. 13/20 this Saturday. Catch us from 6-10pm hosting the “Gimme a Break” marathon and then at 10pm, the National Coming Out Day special: SF Health Commissioner…

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Diversity + Cultural Intelligence =Success

By | Cultural Intelligence, cultural intelligence in education, Cultural IQ, cultural sensitivity, Diversity, diversity and inclusion, Diversity in Education

In the 1990’s and beyond people who made culturally offensive comments were often sent to “sensitivity training,” in the hopes that they would come back with remorse. It was viewed as a punishment and met with resistance. While some organizations and institutions are still providing sensitivity training to employees who have made statements deemed offensive, there is the growing understanding…

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The Secret Success Strategy Everyone Needs to Know

By | business success, executive leadership, getting a promotion, women's success

You’ve volunteered for a project where you can use your unique skills, talents, and experiences to add value to your company. You’re thinking strategically, and more people are taking notice. Let’s talk about what you can do to leverage your work on this project even more. If your project involves senior leaders from your department, don’t let your brilliance  get…

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Don't Discount Hourly Employees in Your Diversity Initiative

By | Cultural Intelligence, Cultural IQ, culture change, diverse workforce, Diversity, diversity and inclusion, Diversity Initiatives

A key component of any diversity and inclusion culture change initiative is to develop a process to educate and include hourly and front line employees, the ones that actually deal with customers. If not, any culture change will stay stuck at the corporate office. The great programs and policies won’t make a difference if an employee is inappropriate, and offends…

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