The Element of Inclusion

ERGs are “a waste of time.” Too many people think this. Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: You can’t scale ERGs if participation is penalised. \”It’s not a lack of commitment. It’s an incentive problem.\” Stop pitching passion; start mapping outcomes. \”Leaders want to see business impact.\” Instrumental ERGs lead to … How to Build a Business Case for ERGs That Leaders Can’...

You’ve heard people telling stories and acting like it’s evidence. but how do you turn anecdotes into evidence? Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why anecdotes are claims not conclusions The difference between claims, assumptions, and hypotheses How to test ideas without wasting time or budget Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This … How to Turn Anecdotes Into Evidence for Inclusion R...

Things are moving so fast with Ask Dr Jonathan. I want to give you an update and make you a special time sensitive offer you can’t refuse. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How to Build an Inclusion Strategy in 60 Minutes Why Ask Dr Jonathan is More Than a Virtual Librarian Details of the … How to Build an Inclusion Strategy in 60 Minutes Read More » The post How to Build an Inclusion Strategy i...

I collect inclusive frameworks like investors collect properties. I’ve got 3 three I use all the time. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety Social Exchange Theory PICOC Framework Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: There are 4 stages of Psychological Safety \”This model acts as if … 3 Frameworks I Use to Build Inclusive Workplaces Read Mor...

I’m not here to help you pass an exam. I’m here to help you get results. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How to use a simple Inclusion Test in your workplace Why the Inclusion Test is about changing conditions, not memorising content A favourite example of using this in real life. Play the Episode for … The Inclusion Test You Can’t Fake Read More » The post The Inclusion Test You Can’t Fake ap...

Things are moving a lot faster than I expected. I’ve got a special invitation for you — and I’m excited to share this. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: [My Best Offer Yet — And How You Can Be Part of It] [How This Podcast Became the Longest-Running Inclusion Podcast in the World] [Introducing “Ask Dr … My Best Offer Yet. And How You Can Be Part of It Read More » The post My Best Offer Yet. And...

Not sure if your inclusion work is making an impact? These 3 questions will show you… fast. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How we use The Feasibility Filter Why parties, parades and panel events don’t help you why you need leading indicators for your work Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: … How to Tell if Your Inclusion Work Is Having An Impact Read More » The post Ho...

Every week, leaders like you tell me how much you love this podcast. But you wish you could ask me questions — in real time. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Ask Dr Jonathan – The AI Tool Built on Evidence-Based Inclusion Why Accessing Inclusion Frameworks Should Be Easier How to Participate in Testing the Ask … Ask Dr Jonathan : The AI Tool Built On Evidence Based Inclusion Read More » The pos...

You’re the average of the five people you compare yourself to. Did it ever occur to you that you’re comparing yourself to the wrong people? Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why starting with borrowed benchmarks sets you up to fail. How to tell if a benchmark is applicable to your setting. How to choose … The Benchmarking Mistake That’s Holding Back Your Inclusion Work Read More » The post The B...

Most DEI metrics are just a pantomime. They’re not tracking things that matter. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why most DEI efforts fail before any work has begun Why “quick wins” often become long-term liabilities How to test your inclusion project before investing in delivery Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: … The Real Reason Your DEI Metrics Don’t Matter Read More...

Every organisation has its problems. But not all of them are worth solving. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: the 5 point feasibility test we use with our clients How copying others’ inclusion strategies leads you off course Our shortcut to reveal which workplace problems are fixable Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This … The 5 Point Test to Identify Inclusion Problem Worth Solving...

This is episode 400 of the show. I’m more excited than I’ve ever been about supporting you. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why the podcast now focuses on high-impact inclusion work Why narrowing my focus increases my overall impact Some resources I’m building to help you Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from … Why I’m Changing Tactics to Help You Lead Inclusion Read More » The post Why...

Do you have a system that proves your inclusion work is making progress? IF NOTI’m going to give you 7 tips that we use with our clients so they show people that that they are becoming more inclusive. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How to choose problems your leadership actually cares about How to design … How to Track Inclusion Without Getting Ignored Read More » The post How to Track Inclus...

I Know You’re Afraid To Talk About Inclusion. I’m Afraid Too. That sounds weird coming from someone who talks about Inclusion everyday. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why speaking in context protects your credibility. How relevance reduces risk when discussing inclusion How to test if someone is open to evidence. Play the Episode for … How I Talk About Inclusion. Even When I’m Afraid Read Mor...

I have some very strong very unpopular opinions about the so called business case for diversity. I’m not going to change them anytime soon. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why the real business case is already inside your organisation Why business case for diversity is like shouting at sunset 3 reasons why the wrong … Don’t Build a Business Case For Diversity. Do This Instead Read More » The p...

There’s a group of people who are going to struggle to build inclusion over the next few years. I’m going to explain who they are so you can avoid becoming one of them. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why emotional appeals fall flat with business stakeholders. How structured conversations build real-world credibility. Why inclusion … 5 Shifts Leaders Need To Make To Build Inclusive Workplaces...

This week the Element of Inclusion is 8 years old. So today I’m turning it over to you. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why ROI in DEI remains an unresolved challenge for most leaders. The PICOC method to test solutions in diverse teams. The 3 essential skills for high-impact inclusion work. Play the Episode … 8th Birthday Special: Your Biggest Questions Answered Read More » The post 8th Birth...

Most leaders don’t have a business case for diversity They copy someone else’s Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why using organisational artefacts reveals your real business case How everyday language builds trust with senior leadership How surfacing an existing case builds instant credibility Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Your … The Hidden Business Case for Inclusi...

15 years ago the Equality Act was introduced in the UK. And unlike most people, I actually bothered to read it. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why people misunderstand the Equality Act Why it has limited impact Why it created an industry people hated Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: … Why the Equality Act Doesn’t Create Inclusion Read More » The post Why the Equality...

Most Diversity and Inclusion work doesn’t change much. Not because people don’t care, but because they won’t ask the hard questions. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How removing social events exposes the real state of inclusion work. Why your CFO’s respect defines a strong business case. How recognising your diversity hierarchy reveals hidden organisational priorities. … 5 Brutal Inclusion Que...

Most people think bias is always a bad thing. I don’t. I’m biased about inclusion and I want you to join me. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why I choose to be biased towards inclusion action. Why most research expects someone else to take action. Why blaming “them” strips you of power. Play the … Why I’m Proud to Be Biased About Inclusion Read More » The post Why I’m Proud to Be Biased About...

Leaders are telling me their DEI budgets have been cut. Resources pulled. Support withdrawn. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why most DEI strategies collapse at the measurement stage How vague inclusion goals make your budget vulnerable How the PICOC method turns soft goals into fundable outcomes Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from … The Real Reason Your Inclusion Work Gets Ghosted Re...

You’ve told me you’re overwhelmed. Too many ideas. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why so many leaders feel trapped by too much DEI advice How 389 episodes can still leave people stuck What three priorities simplify high-impact inclusion work Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Progress starts when you stop … You Told Me You’re Overwhelmed By DEI. This Will Help Read Mor...

I see a lot of dangerous DEI advice. Here I’m going to spell out 3 of the most harmful for you. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How Rebranding DEI without reforming it destroys trust. Why you need to reconsider who you let influence you How critique ‘oppression’ isn’t activism but manipulation. Play the Episode … 3 Bad Pieces of DEI Advice I Want You to Avoid Read More » The post 3 Bad Pieces...

Evidence Based Inclusion is the system we use with our clients. But what’s the big deal? Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How Evidence Based Inclusion stops time-wasting arguments How Evidence Based Inclusion helps you earn trust Why disagreement strengthens your inclusion decisions Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Disagreement is … 5 Benefits Evidence Based Inclusion...