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INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP �& MANAGING DIVERSE TEAMS

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���1. DEMONSTRATE INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP SKILLS.��2. MANAGE DIVERSE GROUPS EFFECTIVELY.����

Learning Objectives

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AGENDA

  • Introduction & Warmup
  • Defining Inclusive Leadership
  • The Value of Diverse Teams
  • Managing Diverse Teams: Challenges and Solutions
  • Key Takeaways and Wrap-Up

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INTRODUCTION �& WARMUP

  • Chat activity:

In one word, what does inclusive leadership mean to you?

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AGENDA

  • Introduction & Warmup
  • Defining Inclusive Leadership
  • The Value of Diverse Teams
  • Managing Diverse Teams: Challenges and Solutions
  • Key Takeaways and Wrap-Up

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DEFINING INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP

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What are some traits of inclusive leaders?

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Empathy

Openness

Accountability

Humility

Courage

What are some traits of inclusive leaders?

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DIVERSITY

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INCLUSION

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WHY INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP MATTERS

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INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP MATTERS BECAUSE IT:

Improves Decision-Making

Drives Innovation

Increases Engagement

Enhances Team Performance

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HOW INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP IS PRACTICED…

Creating Psychological Safety

Seeking Diverse Perspectives

Giving and Receiving Feedback

Advocating for Equity

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BREAKOUT ROOM

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AGENDA

  • Introduction & Warmup
  • Defining Inclusive Leadership
  • The Value of Diverse Teams
  • Managing Diverse Teams: Challenges and Solutions
  • Key Takeaways and Wrap-Up

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THE VALUE OF DIVERSE TEAMS

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A global analysis of 2,400 companies showed that organizations with at least one female board member yielded higher return on equity and higher net income growth than those that did not have women on the board.

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How do diverse perspectives improve team outcomes? What challenges might arise and how can they be managed?

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KORN FERRY ARTICLE

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BREAKOUT ROOM

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AGENDA

  • Introduction & Warmup
  • Defining Inclusive Leadership
  • The Value of Diverse Teams
  • Managing Diverse Teams: Challenges and Solutions
  • Key Takeaways and Wrap-Up

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1. COMMUNICATION BARRIERS�2. UNCONSCIOUS BIAS�3. CONFLICTING CULTURAL NORMS AND VALUES

��CHALLENGES OF MANAGING DIVERSE TEAMS:

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����SOLUTIONS FOR MANAGING DIVERSE TEAMS:

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COMMUNICATION BARRIERS

Encourage Clear, Open Communication

Utilize Technology

Cultural Sensitivity Training

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UNCONSCIOUS BIAS

Provide Bias-Awareness Training

Implement Structured Processes

Include Diverse Perspectives

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CONFLICTING CULTURAL NORMS

Provide Cultural Competency Training

Create Shared Norms

Facilitate Open Dialogue

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AGENDA

  • Introduction & Warmup
  • Defining Inclusive Leadership
  • The Value of Diverse Teams
  • Managing Diverse Teams: Challenges and Solutions
  • Key Takeaways and Wrap-Up

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FINAL TIPS & TAKEAWAYS

  • Embracing Differences

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  • Actively Listen

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  • Overcome Biases

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  • Encourage Communication

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  • Promote a Culture of Belonging

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  • Commit to Learning

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Q & A

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THANK YOU

Daina Pretus

dainapretus@gmail.com

www.dainapretus.com