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Overview
Diversity—“nice to have” or “business driver”?
You decide...
Last year, a study by Standard & Poor’s (S&P) and DiversityInc magazine, revealed that the “Top 50 Companies for Diversity” beat the Dow Jones Industrial Averages and the NASDAQ, remaining competitive with the S&P for a one-year period (Business for Social Responsibility Staff, 2005).
Today, more innovative organizations are recognizing diversity as an important business issue. The thinking is that to capture market share across many different markets, you need a workforce that can relate to diverse customer groups and cultures. Strategic management of diversity can drive innovation and create competitive advantage and new opportunities.
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Q: Is your workforce becoming more diverse, resulting in challenges in communications and teamwork? A: Creating awareness of diversity in the workplace and taking steps to change attitudes and behaviors can result in noticeably improved communications and more productive teams. |
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Q: In a highly competitive job market, do you want to be known as an "Employer of Choice"? A: Diversity can be a key component in achieving "Employer of Choice" status. |
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Q: Are you experiencing cross-cultural issues in your workplace? A: Diversity training can help break down barriers and promote inclusion, at every level. |
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Q: Does your business need to expand into new markets to sustain growth? A: A diverse workforce brings a wealth of experiences and ideas to the table, thus sparking the innovation and creativity you need to compete in global markets. |