The Element of Inclusion

Inclusion can be co created but it requires social capital. Find out why social capital is so important for inclusion. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How systems thinking can be used to build inclusion. – Why trade-offs must be considered in inclusion work – Why counter-stereotyping helps mitigate biases Play the … The Authority Series: Amri Johnson on Reconstructing Inclusion...

Your workplace needs an Inclusion Thought Leader Find out why you I think it should be you Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why the bar to thought leadership is so low – Why your colleagues will be happy for you to do it – How I have done this myself Play … 3 Reasons You Are the Inclusion Thought Leader Your Workplace Needs Read More » The post 3 Reasons You Are the Inclusion Th...

Inclusion and Belonging are both relevant where you work. Find out why you shouldn’t confuse or replace one with with other Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How inclusion intentionally addresses workplace diversity – How belonging naturally follows effective inclusion – How to differentiate inclusion from belonging Play the episode for more … Belonging vs. Inclusion: Why You Sho...

Last week the element of Inclusion podcast was 7 years old Find out 7 critical lessons I’ve learned to help you on your inclusion journey Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why you don’t need a big budget for your Inclusion Journey – How I used a Blue Ocean Strategy to create … The Birthday Special : 7 Essential Inclusion Lessons from 7 Years of Podcasting Read More » The post The...

It’s not easy to get Diversity data… or is it? Find out how some techniques to improve your current efforts. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The importance of data driven DEI tactics – How to get qualitative data – How to use focus groups effectively Play the episode for more Here’s … The Authority Series: Dr Victoria Mattingly on Inclusalytics Read More » The post The Authorit...

If you’re like me, you like to get to the point fast. Find out how I do it with my clients. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Distinguishing between claims, assumptions and hypotheses – How I shortcut insights for my clients – How to use evidence to avoid distractions Play the episode … 3 Critical Questions To Navigate Inclusion Issues Quickly Read More » The post 3 Critical Ques...

Dealing with Diversity and Inclusion is not easy because everyone is so convincing. Find out how I avoid DEI misinformation in 30 seconds Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How I avoid the confusion of DEI – My 2 Step Formula that saves me weeks – Key areas where I have no … The 30 Second Short Cut I Teach My Clients To Dodge DEI MisInformation Read More » The post The 30 Second S...

Pretend you are responsible for Inclusion where you work. Find out about 3 Common errors keeping you from an Inclusive workplace Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why the Fallacy Problem of Diversity and Inclusion is so common – How to avoid the Proxy Problem of Diversity and Inclusion – How to … 3 Common Errors Keeping You From An Inclusive Workplace Read More » The post 3 Commo...

If you’re responsible for people.  You’re responsible for Inclusion Find out about 8 proven practices for People Leaders to achieve Inclusion Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – Why you need to give people a reason to work with you – Why having a budget won’t solve all your problems – How these … 8 Proven Practices for People Leaders to Achieve Inclusion Read More » The post 8 Prov...

I’m going to talk about myself in a way that’s unusual to me. Find out about 9 milestones on my personal Inclusion Journey Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How I quit my job to live on a tropical island – Why being from Ilford informs my perspective – How a magazine … From Ilford to Inclusion: 9 Key Milestones to Helping a Million People Read More » The post From Ilford to Inclu...

Inclusive Leadership is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot. Find out how to become a change agent through Inclusive Leadership. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How providing space for dissenting views can strengthen strategies. – How assessing individual behaviours drives systemic change – Why tying initiatives to business metrics … The Authority Series: Charlotte Sweeney o...

I’ve got an awkward problem with Evidence Based Inclusion and my business.   Find out how you can help me by accepting an offer you can’t refuse Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The Awkward problem I can’t escape from – The uncomfortable truths we frequently discuss – How you can help … Help Me Tackle the Awkward: An Evidence-Based Inclusion Offer You Can’t Refuse Read More » Th...

Racism is persistent in 21st Century society Find out why “a compassionate, scientific approach to achieving racial justice” is helpful Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – How Social Activists can become the thing they oppose – Why an interdisciplinary approach to racial justice work is useful – How Emotional intelligence helps racial … The Authority Series: Shakil Choudhury on a S...

5 years ago I completed a Professional Certificate in coaching Find out why there’s a tension between Evidence Based Inclusion and Coaching. Here’s some key topics covered from this episode: – The difference between Evidence Based Inclusion and Coaching – Why coaching is not a profession – The reason I became a coach Play the … Evidence vs. Empathy : Why Evidence Based Inclusion is Not The Same As...

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...