Inclusion at Work

In private, many leaders share the same underlying concerns: Is DEI at odds with merit? Are we lowering our standards to hit a quota? How do we handle the "woke" labels and internal pushback? In this episode of the Inclusion at Work Podcast, we sit down with Lily Zheng , strategist and author of Fixing Fairness . We move past the buzzwords to answer the tough, "spicy" questions that conventional D...

How do you feel about DEI going into 2026? This year, we are challenging the "doom-and-gloom" narrative by reminding ourselves and others that inclusion is something to be positive and excited about, as well as a proven driver of performance. In our latest episode, we break down four actionable ‘big ideas’ you can use to kick start your 2026: Communications-First Strategy : Pivoting from complianc...

Is your organisation considering generational inclusion? When most of us think about diversity and inclusion, we go to commonly discussed dimensions such as gender, race, sexual orientation, and disability. But there’s another dimension—one that is often not considered yet is relevant to every person: generation. The more work we do in this area, the more we realise the huge and unique benefits of...

How can we most effectively kick start DEI culture change in organisations? In this episode of the Inclusion at Work podcast we explore how we can use meetings as a way to drive broader culture change. Phil and Kerry explore this question, diving into: Why meetings can be a catalyst for culture change The importance of psychological safety in meetings The myths of inclusive meetings What we mean b...

Why is it hard to get some leaders onboard with Inclusive Leadership?  Inclusive Leadership is often misunderstood, resulting in many leaders ignoring or dismissing this powerful driver of high performance.  During this episode, Kerry Boy and Phil Cross unpack the biggest myths of inclusive leadership including why inclusive leadership ISN’T about the following: Being an expert on divers...

How do you feel about networking? Have you considered it as not only a driver of personal growth, but also organisational growth? In this episode we speak to Peggy Renders, Chief Customer Officer at Telstra and discuss the importance of connection in the workplace. She shares insights from Telstra's recent research, Return on Connection, emphasising the impact of strong networks on organisati...

Does the current conversation around DEI feel confusing, frustrating or overwhelming? In this episode of the podcast we are joined by Customer Experience lead and DEI chair Sommer Green. Together we explore the current landscape of organisational DEI, unpacking the challenges we are seeing and sharing actionable ways forward.

At their best employee resource groups (ERGs) provide a space for connection, mutual support and career development for their members. They benefit the organisation by driving strategic priorities and help the communities they advocate for by addressing inequity and creating positive change.  But at their worst, ERGs can become demotivated and negative. They can generate additional and non im...

Given the talent shortage, how do we get our hiring processes working in the best possible way? How do we make sure that our hiring processes are inclusive? How do we ensure that we are giving people a fair and equitable go-to people as part of that process? In this episode we answer some key questions that we are regularly asked by clients, providing you with learnings that will help you make rea...

Are your learning and development (L&D) efforts having the impact you’d like? In this episode of the Inclusion At Work podcast we are lucky to be joined by Tom Bailey, Head of Capability at Blackmores Group. Together we explore the question, "How do we maximise the effectiveness of our L&D?". During our chat we dive deep into: The challenge from the perspective of L&D professionals The...

“Getting DEI on the Agenda" is the third podcast in our new "Thinking Differently About DEI" series.  In these conversations we explore new ways to solve the biggest challenges in DEI.  Based on learnings from a broad range of organisations, we share our perspectives on: Why getting DEI on people's agendas is a challenge The consequences of not getting this right Strategies and real worl...

In this episode of the Inclusion at Work Podcast we sit down with Anna Yanatchkova, Senior Manager, Global Goals Planning & Engagement and acting Head of Inclusion at the iconic Sydney Opera House. We dive deep into the topic of creativity, exploring: Why we are all ‘creative people’ The importance of creativity for problem solving in organisations and as a society The connection between creat...

Effectively Embedding DEI is the second podcast in our new Thinking Differently About DEI series. In this series we explore how we can find new ways to solve the biggest challenges in DEI. This episode looks at how we can shift away from attempting ineffective ‘transformational’ change to embedding DEI through “1%ers”; small changes that make a big difference. Based on learnings from a broad range...

Making Sense of DEI Complexity, the first in our new Thinking Differently About DEI series. In this series we explore how we can find new ways to solve the biggest challenges in DEI. This first episode looks at how we can simplify DEI to help our team make sense of the work we are doing and to use our stretched resources in the most effective way. Based on learnings from a broad range of organisat...

Join Kerry Boys and Phil Cross as they delve into the complexities of fostering diversity within leadership teams on the latest episode of ‘Inclusion at Work,’ a Leaders for Good podcast. In this discussion, they shine a light on the hurdles faced by organizations striving for diverse senior leadership. They talk candidly about the limited candidate pools and the challenges faced by historically m...

At their best employee resource groups (ERGs) provide a space for connection, mutual support and career development for their members. They benefit the organisation by driving strategic priorities and help the communities they advocate for by addressing inequity and creating positive change.  But at their worst, ERGs can become demotivated and negative. They can generate additional and non im...

In this episode Lydia Ho, the Diversity Equity & Inclusion Officer at Future Super, shares valuable insights about the impactful work being done at Future Super. During our chat we explore: The significance of iteration and testing, emphasising the importance of humility throughout the process. How Future Super fosters a culture where individuals feel empowered to speak up, and the mechanisms...

Why is it important to continue DEI work during tough times? In this episode, part two of their conversation, Phil Cross and Nadya Powell highlight the necessity for companies to maintain their DEI efforts even during economic downturns. They also discuss:  The challenges and advantages of unconscious bias training,  The importance of leading through change. Why paying lip service is not...

What does great diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) look like in today’s organisations? In this episode Phil Cross sits down with Nadya Powell – Founding Partner of UK based Utopia where she partners with global businesses such as Google, P&G, Kellogg and Spotify to rewire business cultures to be inclusive and healthy.  Phil and Nadya discuss various aspects of best practice DEI, includ...

If you are one of those people in your organisation who've found yourself leading the charge on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Or if you're an organisational leader, people and culture or HR professional, this episode is for you. We speak with Dr. Jen O'Ryan, author, consultant, and specialist in inclusion, diversity, and belonging. Jen has a PhD in human behaviour and her background is in tech,...

What will 2023 bring for organisations focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)? In this episode of the LFG Podcast, co-founders Kerry and Phil go deeper on their DEI trend predictions for 2023. This episode is designed to help you better understand emerging opportunities and challenges and make more informed decisions about where they should be focussing your time, attention and resources...

What does it take to scale DEI? In this episode of the LFG Podcast we chat with Paul Marriott, President Asia-Pacific Japan for SAP. During this fascinating and wide ranging conversation, we discuss: * Paul's journey in DEI and how he came to be such a passionate advocate and supporter. * The regional differences in diversity, equity and inclusion in Japan and Asia Pacific. * The nuances, challeng...

What can individuals and organisations do to mitigate potentially harmful bias? In this episode we deep dive on bias with Riham Satti, CEO and founder of Mevitae. During this insightful conversation we explore: Common misconceptions about bias Implications of bias for individuals, for organisations and for society Algorithmic bias How we as individuals and as organisations can mitigate potentially...

How do we make starting-up businesses more accessible and more inclusive for more people? What does it mean to be an Inclusive Entrepreneur? In this episode, we chat with Celia Boyd. Celia has a wealth of knowledge and experience as a co-founder of SHE Investments and is also instrumental in the success of yap . During our conversation we unpack and learn about: Celia's journey and how SHE go...

Given the talent shortage, how do we get our hiring processes working in the best possible way? How do we make sure that our hiring processes are inclusive? How do we ensure that we are giving people a fair and equitable go-to people as part of that process? In this episode we answer some key questions that we are regularly asked by clients, providing you with learnings that will help you make rea...