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𝗕𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗕𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 - 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘛𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺, 𝘐 𝘱𝘢𝘺 𝘮𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘔𝘢𝘢 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘢, 𝘢 𝘴𝘺𝘮𝘣𝘰𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩, 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. Just like her, we are all capable of standing up for what's right, and that’s where active allyship comes into play. Allyship is not just about offering support from the sidelines; it’s about stepping up when it truly matters. Men and women alike can be allies by actively speaking up, calling out inappropriate behavior, and fostering a culture of respect and inclusion. It’s a commitment to ensure that every voice is heard, every individual is valued, and equality is at the heart of every decision. I’ve had the opportunity to foster this mindset throughout my leadership journey. Whether managing teams or engaging with stakeholders, I’ve made it a priority to create environments where inclusivity is the norm. In one instance, a female team member’s contributions were being overshadowed during project meetings. I didn’t just observe; I intervened—ensuring her ideas were given the space they deserved. This simple act of allyship led to stronger team collaboration, and her ideas ended up driving a pivotal breakthrough in the project. 𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘦𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳—𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴. The foundation of respect we lay in our personal lives extends to every part of our professional lives. We must be vocal advocates, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed. 𝗠𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 building cultures of inclusivity where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗜 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘀 fostering a work environment where collaboration thrives, trust is nurtured, and diversity of thought leads to innovation. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗜 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 my commitment to allyship and leadership that encourages respect, empathy, and action—not just observation. 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. #Allyship #DiversityAndInclusion #WomenEmpowerment #Leadership #RespectAndEquality #WorkplaceCulture #ActiveAllyship #ITLeadership #BeTheChange #InclusivityMatters #Hiring #connectwithsubbu #linkedin #connections #starleadershub

💥 TOGETHER WE FLOURISH was the motto of this super inspiring event yesterday hosted by nushu Female Business and meta here in Hamburg. It was a vibrant celebration of International Women’s Month, embodying the spirit of mutual support and the celebration of women’s achievements. ➡️ The empowerment starts with us – in the way we lend a hand to each other, in the opportunities we create. We pave the way for a more inclusive and flourishing future not only in our corporate world. 🌀 As a coach dedicated to people & organizational empowerment „TOGETHER WE FLOURISH“ resonates deeply with my mission. A highlight of the event was the lively and inspiring panel discussion that showcased great female power and smart brains: 💡Nicola Mendelsohn CBE, Liane Siebenhaar, Sabine Zantis, Thuy-Ngan Trinh. Each of you brought your unique insights and experiences contributing to a rich collective wisdom that truly embodied the spirit of empowerment. My key takeaways of „TOGETHER WE FLOURISH“ 👉Be Courageous: It's essential to step out of our comfort zones and face challenges head-on. ✔️Be More Direct: Clear communication is key to effective leadership and relationship-building. 👥Network More: Building a robust network is crucial for personal and professional growth. 🧩The 'Woman of Work' initiative by Scholz & Friends exemplifies the impact of dedicated programs in nurturing female leadership. ♻️Eliminate Bias: It's imperative to recognize and remove biases in our conversations. The event underscored the importance of these principles, providing a roadmap for not only women but everyone committed to fostering an inclusive, empowering and flourishing environment. ➡️ How will you lend a hand to someone in your network this week to embody the spirit of „TOGETHER WE FLOURISH“? #TogetherWeFlourish #InternationalWomensDay #FemaleLeadership #Empowerment #Networking #UnconsciousBias #AuthenticLeadership

If there’s one reason #diversity in #leadership really matters, it’s this: you get to understand your #customers better. Let me explain. I’ll take the example of our leadership team at StayVista. Having different voices at the leadership table — men, women, people from all walks of life — helps us see things from every angle. For example, when a woman is booking a trip, she might be thinking about things like safety, comfort, and those little extras that make a stay special. A family with kids? They’re probably more focused on space and convenience. And let’s not forget guests with accessibility needs — that’s something you might miss if no sensitive soul in leadership is thinking about it. I’ve seen firsthand how having diverse perspectives at the table has helped us create more thoughtful experiences for our guests. In #hospitality, that’s everything. How has #leadershipdiversity impacted your #customerexperience? #inclusion

"Building Paths to Success, Embracing Diversity" Empowerment starts from within. Encourage ERG members to take an active role in company-wide initiatives, enriching our collective efforts with their unique perspectives and insights. Together, let's drive positive change and foster a culture of inclusivity. #ERGFortitude #InclusionMatters #DiversityandBelonging #FacetsOfFortitude #GotFortitude #TheFortitudeFactory #DocFortitude #ERG #DEIProfessional #CareerNavigation #PersonalDevelopment #CorporateConsultant

In honor of #internationalwomensday2024 , we recently invited four female leaders Yanbing Li, Wenjia Fang, Ph.D, Xin (Maggie) Du, Emma Yu to share their invaluable wisdom with us. Their experiences and perspectives shed light on various aspects of female leadership development in the tech industry. Here are some key insights from the fireside chat (3/3/2024): 1️⃣ What Motivates You - Continuously learning new things. - Startup environments offer unique learning experiences. - Surrounding oneself with rewarding people fosters growth. 2️⃣ Mentorship and Support - Mentors provide invaluable guidance, offering perspectives beyond what managers may disclose. - Clear communication and setting expectations ensure productive mentorship relationships. 3️⃣ Dealing with Imposter Syndrome - Recognizing and addressing imposter syndrome indicates growth and stepping out of comfort zones. - Remembering one's unique value and contributions is essential in overcoming self-doubt. 4️⃣ Developing leadership as a female - Take risks. Don’t be afraid of failure. - Hold your team accountable with a balance of firmness and empathy. - Recognizing sources of conflict and addressing them through effective communication is key. - Overcoming glass and bamboo ceilings requires perseverance and seizing opportunities for growth. 5️⃣ Achieving work-life balance - Balancing career ambitions with personal responsibilities requires intentional choices and supportive partnerships. Let's continue to uplift and empower one another on this journey towards equality and excellence. Happy Women's Day! 💪 #internationalwomensday #careerdevelopment Organizers and volunteers: Michelle Gong, Jane W., Chloe Du, Jade Nie, Wenjia Fang, Ph.D Article editor: Chloe Du, Charles Ruizhongtai Qi

I can’t wait to listen to Advita Patel and The Culture Club lift the lid on inclusivity. Do join us on Wednesday 31 January, 11.30 am – 12.10 pm (GMT). https://lnkd.in/eHwp5Ee5 Advita always has a brilliant insight and clarity. My top pearls of Advita wisdom to date are: ⭐ You don’t need to bring your whole self to work, but you should be able to bring the self you need to be to do your best work. It should be safe to be authentic, but we don’t have to bring every element of ourselves.  ⭐ Turning your camera off is a sign something's wrong. It's okay to turn your camera off, but it shouldn’t be because you don’t feel comfortable. If there’s a reason someone doesn’t feel okay to have their camera on, we need to ask why and see what can be done to make everyone feel safe to open up. ⭐ Inclusion days can’t be about showboating - we absolutely should create a space everyone feels included. But grandstanding means nothing without action. So if you’re talking, make sure it’s grounded in action first.  ⭐ Belonging is personal. You can’t make people feel like they belong. You can create the best space to include everyone, but it’s up to each of us to decide if we feel like we belong. Would love to hear how Advita’s helped shape the way you think too! #inclusion #employeeexperience #communication #internalcommunications #employeeengagement #culture

From the desk of Dr. Gerilyn Davis: Happy Wednesday!! I hope you have had an outstanding week! As we are halfway through the week, this is always a good moment for feedback to assess what’s done, what to do, and what’s next to come. Within our inclusion opportunity planning, we can plan for criticism or, as I prefer to call it, feedback. When we allocate time to dive deeper, we aren’t shell-shocked by it because we can leverage it to continue the journey. When we are open to feedback, we can leverage the experience for clarification, reconciliation, or the opportunity to create more inclusion. We are also able to become more refined in our intentions. We can only create additional inclusion opportunities through feedback. It provides the catalyst for newness and expansion. How encouraging to know that we can co-create a path together. There's so much joy in the journey! Enjoy the day! #joyofincluson #inclusionexpansion #inclusionontheslopes #SWORDInclusionSystem #PhaseFourOpportunityPlanning

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At Metimur we recognise that inclusion is the key to success. However, according to a report from the independent Inclusion at Work Panel setting out how organisations can improve diversity and inclusion practices through evidence, among 2000 organisational Leaders - only 25% said they consult data before new inclusion and diversity activity is planned! 😲 Our mission is clear: Measurable inclusion must be a priority for organisations, both for their people and financial impact. 🔴 20 Focus Areas 🔴 150 Touchpoints 🔴 Culture-Specific Roadmaps 🔴 Financial Impact Assessments 🔴 A Global Software Metimur is robust, and it is the tool you need to make inclusion your strategy for success. Book a demo, and let Metimur transform your culture.

Uplifting Impact put on an awesome Inclusion Summit led by the incredible Deanna Singh and Justin Ponder. This experience was different because they provided practical tools (going beyond brilliant theory), created space for reflection, and were intentional about co-creation so we can all #humanbetter. Loved sharing the time with colleagues Jahnavi Acharya, PMP Ashley Smale, PMP Olivia Huening Ma. Vivian Dequina Tracey Rivera! #shapethefuture I will take so much back with me in the workplace. Just to name a few: People need autonomy, understanding and likability - these critical elements aid in cohesion and support. - embrace and carry an abundnace mindset - discontinuous improvement with intentional pauses for rest is important - surrender DEI “should be…” as it is unique to the organization you are in - there are seasons/times that may position you better for success (openess to change should be a part of the equation) - “I don’t know”and “I am sorry” are not only okay but encourged My list could go on and on but if you made it this far in this post, I would love to hear your thoughts on how we can #humanbetter. What are some of your ideas?