The Diversity Movement

Being an effective leader means being someone that your team can count on. Consistency is often underrated as a leadership trait. Yet, consistency is what keeps organizations focused on their mission, and predictability enables teams to understand what is expected of them. Gregory Ng, Chief Executive Officer at consulting firm Brooks Bell, explains the importance of being reliable as a leader in #TheInclusiveLeadershipHandbook. If you haven't already, get your copy today for tips to improve you leadership practice. #InclusiveLeadership #LeadershipTips

Earlier this week, we held our Fall 2024 Open House where we shared key trends we are seeing, best practices to engage teams, new offerings we’ve launched, and what we’re working on to support organizations' initiatives. During the open house we shared an exclusive first look at our 2024 Leadership Development Trend Report and new TDM offerings in response to trends we're seeing. Special thank you to Josh Haymond for participating in our client spotlight where he shared insights from his leadership journey with Vaco. If you missed the event, head to the link in the comments to watch it on demand and receive exclusive offers just for attendees. Our goal is that you leave the session feeling energized, equipped, and inspired to finish this year with intention and action.

Join us at Workplace Options' upcoming #EmployeeEngagementSummit on Tuesday, October 15. This half-day event will bring together global leaders and experts to explore innovative strategies to inspire and motivate their workforces, leading to higher productivity, stronger retention, and better bottom-lines. TDM CEO Donald Thompson, CDE® will open the summit with Eric Santa and lead a session on #InclusiveLeadership with Bob Batchelor. TDM VP of Content, Programming, and Products Jackie Ferguson, CDE® will also be leading a session, "Igniting Employee Engagement: Leadership and Governance Strategies for a Thriving Workforce." And finally TDM VP of Marketing Kurt Merriweather, CDE® will join Dr. Kennette Thigpen Harris, LCSW for a C-Suite roundtable. Explore the full agenda including additional sessions on #PsychologicalSafety through the link in the comments and save your virtual seat today.

🎉 Let's celebrate the vibrant cultures and rich heritage of Hispanic and Latine communities during #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth! This month is a tribute to the incredible histories, diverse traditions, and invaluable contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central & South America. Throughout this month, we invite you to engage in activities that foster understanding, inclusion, and appreciation for Hispanic and Latine cultures—whether through educational programs, cultural events, music, art, culinary experiences, or community gatherings. Explore ways to elevate Hispanic voices and stories within your organization and beyond. Check out our free guidebook linked in the comments below. #HispanicHeritageMonth #ProgrammingIdeas

What's the most important lesson for any leader? Shifting their focus from their own accomplishments to their team’s performance—especially if they have been an outstanding individual contributor. Effective leaders have to direct the work, not do all the work. To do this, people-leaders should be encouraged to build relationships with their direct reports. By getting to know colleagues, leaders can play to team strengths and shore up individual weaknesses. Small everyday actions and interactions can demonstrate that a leader is trustworthy and inclusive. Likewise, small acts of exclusion or favoritism can undermine trust and have lasting negative consequences. In #TheInclusiveLeadershipHandbook, James Sills, president and CEO of M&F Bank NC, the second-­oldest African American financial institution in the United States, elaborates on the critical importance of building relationships with your team. Get your copy through the link in the comments to learn more.

📢 To meet the demand of global teams, we're pleased to announce that select TDM courses are now available in Spanish and French. The following courses in our Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox series are available in 3 languages: - Essentials: This abridged version of our Foundations course is for those who want to learn more about diversity, but may not be in a position to enact a diversity program. - Inclusive Language: Learn best practices for #InclusiveLanguage and the replacements to 100+ common non-inclusive words and phrases to create the culture you want. - Unconscious Bias: Take a deep dive into what #UnconsciousBias is, who has it, and how to mitigate yours and help others on the journey to manage theirs. Learners can now access their courses via our new mobile app, in addition to online. Learn more about our library of #OnlineCourses through the link in the comments!

As the election approaches, you may find political or partisan discussions becoming increasingly common in the workplace. If you don’t have the energy or inclination to engage, it’s always acceptable to say, “I’d prefer not to have this conversation at work.” And if you decide to have that tough conversation, it’s important to know how to navigate these moments in a way that feels safe and comfortable. Our article linked in the comments provides tips for both scenarios. Plus, we'll be discussing the topic further in our webinar next Tuesday, Keeping Employees Engaged During a Historic (and Volatile) Election Year. You can register via the link in the comments. #2024Election #PoliticsAtWork #CourageousConversations

We're officially one week away from our webinar, Keeping Employees Engaged During a Historic (and Volatile) Election Year, co-hosted with Workplace Options. Have you saved your seat yet? Election periods often heighten emotions, especially when high-stakes outcomes are at play. These emotions may spill over into the workplace, leading to conflicts and disrupting collaboration. Join us to learn how to model civil communication, ensure well-being and psychological safety, and maintain productivity during this election season. This expert panel will be led by Susie Silver, CDE®, who will be joined by Shelley Willingham, CDE®, Jean-Baptiste Gruet, and Dr. Kennette Thigpen Harris, LCSW. Register via the link in the comments! #ElectionYear #PoliticsAtWork #FreeWebinar

Organizations with highly engaged employees are 23% more profitable and report 14% higher productivity than those with low morale. Yet, #EmployeeEngagement rates remain alarmingly low. To increase employee engagement, leaders need to adopt a holistic approach to employee #WellBeing and empower individuals to be their authentic selves. In Amber Keister, CDE®'s latest article, she explores specific positive outcomes high levels of engagement can have on your organization including reduced absenteeism and increased innovation, customer satisfaction, retention, and more. Read the full article through the link in the comments.

The U.S. Presidential Election countdown is on. As political conversations increase in the workplace, are you prepared to lead your team through this volatile and historic time? While it’s tempting to avoid any talk of politics at work, election seasons can stir strong emotions and heighten tensions, particularly when significant outcomes are on the line. These feelings can sometimes carry over into the workplace, creating conflicts and fostering an "us vs. them" mindset, which can disrupt collaboration and teamwork. You need an election preparedness plan for your teams to ensure that you can provide the support and guidance required, minimize disruptions, and get back to business faster. Download our guidebook in the comments below for tips. #2024Election #PoliticsAtWork #LeadershipTips