The Element of Inclusion

If you’re reading this, chances are you want to build an inclusive workplace where: Everyone can perform Everyone can belong Everyone can reach their potential Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why generic DEI business cases fall flat The risks of relying on external research Why “doing the right thing” doesn’t convince your CFO Play … 3 Faulty Beliefs Keeping You From Your Business Case For Div...

The biggest reporting mistake isn’t your format. It’s assuming leadership cares. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why good metrics still get ignored The 3 filters that link inclusion work to leadership priorities How to present metrics that change minds and not check boxes Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Why your … Why They Don’t Care About Your Inclusion Dashboard Re...

I’ve got a client who wants to squeeze in a quick project before the end of the year. Clock’s ticking but here’s what I told them to do. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: What Makes an Intervention High-Impact? How to Use our  Minimum Viable Map How You Can Follow Our Process To Get Buy In … 5 Steps To A High Impact Inclusion Intervention Read More » The post 5 Steps To A High Impact Inclusion I...

You don’t have to be an expert in everything to be an outstanding leader; but you do need the right mindset. Today, you’ll hear from Fay Wallis, host of the HR Coffee Time podcast. A show dedicated to helping HR professionals grow their confidence, influence and leadership impact. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: What … The Authority Series : Fay Wallis Host of HR Coffee time Read More » The po...

I want to acknowledge the uncomfortable truth. You’re heading into 2026 (or whatever next year is depending on when you’re tuning in) with questions, uncertainty and if you’re honest ….. fatigue. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: 3 Insights I Couldn’t Ignore Understanding Your Narrative Arc The Importance of Evidence-Based Inclusion and Consistency Play the Episode … 3 Insights To Make Next Year...

I want to acknowledge the elephant in the room. You are under considerable pressure to engage in flags, food and fun. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why you need to fight the urge for Flags, Food and Fun Why Leaders Keep Falling Into This Trap What to do instead using Evidence Based Inclusion Play the … Fight the Urge for Flags, Food and Fun Read More » The post Fight the Urge for Flags, Food...

I’m so Excited to share a huge update with you. This is the biggest thing I can do to help you on your inclusion journey. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The inclusion problems you’re facing and how to solve them using evidence Why I created the Ask Dr Jonathan beta tool (and what it … My Biggest Inclusion Breakthrough To Date Read More » The post My Biggest Inclusion Breakthrough To Date appe...

Stop Comparing Your Inclusion Journey to Online Strangers It’s really harming you. I think you need to stop. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Stop Comparing Your Inclusion Journey to Online Strangers The Proxy Problem of Diversity and Inclusion Choosing Wisely Who You Compare Yourself To Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: … Stop Comparing Your Inclusion Journey to Online...

If you need encouragement on your inclusion journey this message is for you. You’re finding this because you need it. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why you should keep going on your inclusion journey Why you don’t need a big budget to make a difference How to stay focused and avoid distractions on your … Use This If You Need Encouragement on Your Inclusion Journey Read More » The post Use Th...

How Automating Feedback Kills Inclusion Everyone’s talking a lot about Artificial Intelligence at work. The promise is things will get better but I’ve spoken to a leader who said then when it comes to trust. It makes things worse. For inclusion. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How Automating Feedback Kills Inclusion The Feedback Fallacy and … How Automating Feedback Kills Inclusion Read More »...

To create an inclusive workplace you may need to stop from time to time. Maybe it’s time for you to take a break. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why you may need to take a break from inclusion Why charismatic voices with narrow experience can be harmful How taking a break can improve your … Should You Take a Break From Inclusion Work? Read More » The post Should You Take a Break From Inclusio...

Inclusion work is often unsustainable for 1 simple reason. It never makes it into the portfolio of projects that matter to the business. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: [The Portfolio Problem of Diversity and Inclusion] [How inclusion can contribute to performance, accountability, and sustainability] [Three practical ways to build a business case for inclusion] Play … The Portfolio Problem of...

If your leaders want evidence before they act, but it only appears after acting, you’re stuck. Here I unpack the chicken and egg problem. In this episode we cover: Why leaders demand proof before acting How internal evidence beats borrowed research Why correlation gets mistaken for causation If you’re finding that your inclusion work keeps … The Chicken and Egg Problem of Diversity and Inclusion R...

If your people say inclusion matters but rarely act on it, the incentives are to blame. Here I break down the incentive problem. In this episode we cover: How incentives quietly discourage inclusive action Why good intentions never change behaviour How to design incentives that reward inclusion If you’re finding that people agree inclusion matters … The Incentive Problem of Diversity and 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...