The Element of Inclusion

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...

Lived experience dominates DEI conversations. It’s treated as the most important factor in discussions about race, gender, and inclusion. But there’s a problem. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Your lived experience comes at a cost. Lived experience is important—but it needs balance. Lived experience needs structure to be useful. Play the Episode for More … Why Lived Experience Alone Won’t Fix...

On March 24th I’m launching my Best Inclusion Program Ever. And It’s only available for 7 days. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why I’m launching my best inclusion program ever. How this proven system helps leaders build inclusion with confidence. What makes Inclusion Ready Leader unique. Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from … 7 Days to Join My Best Inclusion Program Ever Read More » T...

Too many DEI experts sound impressive but lack the depth to deliver real results. And the chauffeur test is a quick way to spot them. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why chauffeur knowledge creates dangerous illusions of expertise. How 3-book experts mislead leaders seeking real solutions. Three ways to spot surface-level knowledge in DEI … How the Chauffeur Test Exposes Fake DEI Leaders Read...

Why “Evidence-Based” DEI Is Mostly Just Empty Talk People are talking about being evidence-based. Half the time I don’t know what they mean. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: 1 How leaders confuse having data with making evidence-based decisions. 2 Why DEI data hoarding is useless without a clear purpose. 3 The key question to … Why “Evidence-Based” DEI Is Empty Talk Read More » The post Why “Ev...

Speak your mind on DEI, and brace yourself. Some people will attack you. Others just won’t get it. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Two useful case studies about the business case for diversity Why people will have a problem even if you get it right What you can do to make this work in … Who Controls Your DEI Story? Lessons From McKinsey & Co-Op Read More » The post Who Controls Your DEI Story?...

My 2nd favourite DEI platitude is “Diversity is the right thing to do.” Please don’t say this. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Two reasons why saying “Diversity is the right thing to do” hurts your credibility. How Accenture’s U-turn reveals the risk of a weak business case. Why emotional DEI statements backfire when priorities … Why You Should Avoid Saying Diversity Is The Right Thing To Do R...

Most people aren’t tracking any measures for inclusion. Nothing that matters anyway. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: 3 criteria I find for leaders who are taken seriously The One DEI Metric You Must Track For An Inclusive Workplace 3 factors to make people buy into you Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from … The Must Have DEI Metric To Track For An Inclusive Workplace Read More » The po...

Why Being Passionate About Diversity is not Enough for an Inclusive Workplace It’s not a popular thing to say but… \”Being Passionate About Diversity is not Enough to build the workplace that you want. We’re going to explore why because it’s an urgent issue now.\” Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why Being “passionate about … Why Being Passionate About Diversity is not Enough for an Inclusive W...

I don’t know about you, but sometimes I find myself in the wrong place. And I’m going to share how I manage it, so you don’t feel like you’re in the wrong place. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How I negotiate DEI spaces. Three things I look for to help me. A critical place … How to Know If You’re In The Right Place For Inclusion Read More » The post How to Know If You’re In The Right Place Fo...

People have been getting really upset that companies are reconsidering their DEI commitments. I don’t think you should be surprised at all. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: McDonald’s shift in DEI strategy. Five major problems with current DEI work. A powerful resource to help you deliver measurable results. Play the Episode for More Key … McDonald’s is rethinking DEI. Should your company follo...

For a lot of people, the holidays are just around the corner. I’ve got something that may be the best gift you give yourself and your organisation this year. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Our Inclusion Ready Playbook What leaders like you are saying about it How you can get started before Christmas Play … A Christmas Inclusion Offer You Can’t Refuse Read More » The post A Christmas Inclusion...