The Element of Inclusion

Building Inclusion is a task that may never be finished. Find out why it’s useful to think about it as an infinite game. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The difference between being dramatic and theatrical – The goal of any infinite game – Why finite games in Inclusion leave you short … Playing the Infinite Game: Evidence-Based Inclusion in Organisations Read More » The post Pl...

You’ve heard of Inclusive Leadership and Organisational Inclusion. Find out why there’s missing evidence that one leads to the other. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The difference between Inclusive Leadership and Organisational Inclusion – The missing model from Inclusive Leadership to Organisational Inclusion – The evidence I have to support the … Missing Evidence: The Gap Be...

Research says that DEI training is ineffective Here I’m speaking with an author who provides practical tips to make it effective Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How to create opportunities for storytelling – How to focus on both process and outcomes as lifelong learners – The value in building a set … The Authority Series: Maria Morukian on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Train...

I’ve just been reminded how obscure Inclusion narratives are Find out when the research does not support the claims Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How the popular press can be misleading – How my trust was destroyed by what I read – Why you should pay attention to social desirability Play … The ‘Inclusion Delusion: When The Research Does Not Support The Claims Read More » The...

Too many over complicate Inclusion. Here I’m speaking with an author who wrote a book to uncomplicate it. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How to simplify DEI – Why DEI needs to be untangled  – The importance of dialogue as an asset Play the episode for more Here’s some key takeaways … The Authority Series: Dr Nika White on Uncomplicating Inclusion Read More » The post The Autho...

7 years ago this week I become Dr Jonathan Find out what this actually means Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The traumatic experience I had on my PhD journey – How my triumph benefits you – What I learned and why it matters to you Play the episode for more Here’s … From Debt to Doctorate: Why I Have a PhD in Your Problems Read More » The post From Debt to Doctorate: Why I Have...

My first book may have Evidence Based Inclusion in the title Find out how from an author who already wrote that book Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – What the research really says about the Business Case for Diversity – How to use Evidence to build Inclusion where you work – A … The Authority Series: Dr Lauran Star on Evidence Based Inclusion Read More » The post The Authority S...

DEI is under comprehensive attack by powerful voices. Find out why you should feel confident about your future. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How I’m trying to inspire you rather than instruct you – How you can use our tried and test formula – How you can focus on relevant results … A Better Future : Here’s Your Confident Path to Inclusion Read More » The post A Better Future...

This is my end of year show Find out how I’m giving you a confidence boost for 2024. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The things I’ve decided to stop doing in 2024 – How I’m helping you make your own mind up – How I want you to raise your standards … Reflecting on 2023: Predictions, Progress, and Accountability Read More » The post Reflecting on 2023: Predictions, Progress, and...

Company surveys are like your corporate Miranda rights. Find out how to make this a thing of the past. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The 3 P Framework to build an Inclusive Organizqtion – How the world is divided into two groups – How to avoid creating under rated Leaders Play … The Authority Series: Netta Jenkins on Building Inclusive Organizations Read More » The post The A...

Two weeks ago I gave some guidance to my 16 year old self. Find out how you can make a contribution to your marketplace. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Some of my personal backstory – Why I really needed the advice – What my motivation was Play the episode for more … A Letter to My Younger Self: Make Your Mark By Contributing to the Market Read More » The post A Letter to My Y...

A lot of the narratives around Black racism that I encounter is focused on the US and UK. Find out how you can consider a more multi faceted approach Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – What to do if you’re seeking to educate your child in a racialised environment – Why racism … The Authority Series: Sharon Hurley Hall on Being Tired of Racism Read More » The post The Authority Ser...

Someone asked me what about what my day is like on my Inclusion Journey. Find out  3 unexpected observations from a single day last week Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – An awkward question you may not be ready for – Why managing your psychological contracts is vital – The devastating evidence … A Day In the Life Of Dr Jonathan : 3 Observations From Last Week  Read More » The po...

Last week I spent some time with some inspirational Community leaders. Find out the 3 vital lessons they reminded me of. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why I need to do more because of my privilege – How you can make an impact with your work – How we can aspire … Inclusion in Action : 3 Vital Lessons From Community Driven Leaders Read More » The post Inclusion in Action : 3 Vi...

I speak with a lot of DEI Leaders who make a predictable and unforgiving mistake. Find out how this leads to them getting ignored Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why what was acceptable last year is not acceptable this year – Why DEI leaders need to think in reporting cycles – … The Brutal Truth: Why DEI Leaders Often Go Unheard and Unnoticed Read More » The post The Brutal Tru...

I spend my time talking about your Inclusion Journey. Find out how leaders can think about their Equity Journey. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – What to do if you’re trying to encourage others to be Waymakers – Why it’s important to be seen, respected, valued and protected – How you can … The Authority Series: Tara Jaye Frank on Becoming a WayMaker Read More » The post The Auth...

People have been asking me how organisations should respond to the horrific violence in Israel and Palestine. Find out why Leaders Are Petrified Of Getting it Wrong Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why many leaders are not as prepared as they should be – Why you should exercise caution engaging your … The Fear Factor: Why Leaders Are Petrified Of Getting Diversity Wrong Read Mor...

I spend most of my time talking about Inclusion Here I’m speaking with an author who wrote a book about how all of us contribute to exclusion Find out what Dr Tiffany Jana : author of Subtle Acts of Exclusion  has to say about the topic. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – … The Authority Series: Doc Jana on Subtle Acts of Exclusion Read More » The post The Authority Series: Doc Ja...

So much of Inclusion is hindered by Status games within organisations. Find out about why it’s a huge problem outside of organisations too. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why I decided not to play a Status Game – When you think Status games are unfair – the connection between Status and … How Status Contests Undermine Diversity and Inclusion In The Workplace Part 2 Read More »...

Conversations about gender identity, gender representation and sex are often unclear. Find out what Michael Bach : author of Alphabet Soup has to say about it Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – What this book has to offer that we can’t get anywhere else – What people often get wrong about this … The Authority Series: Michael Bach’s Guide to LGBTQ2+ Inclusion Read More » The post T...

When it comes to pay equity there is one person in your organisation who holds the key. Find out why you shouldn’t ignore this person Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – My personal experience of pay discrimination – Why gender pay gaps can be misleading – How you can use payroll professionals … How To Solve Your Pay Equity Problem By Listening To The One Person Everyone Ignores Re...

Career advice for women often assume all women can follow the same rules to get the same results. Find out what Minda Harts; author of the Memo has to say about it Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – What this book has to offer that we can’t get anywhere else – What … The Authority Series: Minda Harts on Securing A Seat At The Table Read More » The post The Authority Series: Minda...

It’s not unusual for people to think Diversity and Inclusion promises one thing and delivers something else. Find out why people will use this to disengage. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why this problem is more common than you think – How this differs from the classic “bait and switch” scam. … The Trojan Horse Problem of Diversity And Inclusion Read More » The post The Troja...

I talk about Rhetoric like it’s a bad thing. Not true Find out why I don’t like it when it’s used against you. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why Rhetoric is neither good or bad – How Transformational Leaders influence us – What I do to benefit from Rhetorical Leadership Play … The Blessings and Burdens of Rhetorical Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion Read More » The post T...

Every week people send me questions about all sorts of things Find out the answers to the questions I don’t normally answer on air Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How my family influences my contribution here – Why I am always taking a course – Where I think Inclusion work is … Breaking the Silence : Dr. Jonathan Answers 3 Unaired Questions Read More » The post Breaking the Sil...