The Essentials: How Diversity Fuels Innovation

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Diversity isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s a key element of an innovative business culture.

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It’s important to recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion is no longer a “nice to have,” but a source of business value with tangible benefits that are undeniable. Just look at Salesforce, which in 2022 met its target metric to have 50% of its workforce composed of people from underrepresented groups. In 2023, the company is taking an additional step to link executive compensation to specific environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals — including representation.

Tying diversity to business goals is the only way organizations can build a culture conducive to optimal problem-solving and insight generation — which is essential to innovation and competing in today’s environment. Here’s how to start down that path.

 

The business case for DEI

When Done Right, Diversity Training Does Lead to Successful Change

An Evidence-Based Approach to DEI

 

Moving beyond DEI basics

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The Burden of Belonging

Inclusion Isn’t Just About ‘Having a Seat at the Table’

 

Inclusion spurs innovation

Here’s Why Inclusion Unlocks the Power of Diversity

Insights: Why They Matter and How to Generate More of Them

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