35th Annual Conference

March 27-29, 2023

 

Creating an Inclusive Workforce: A Global Perspective on Black Talent and How to Best Support Them

90-minute Workshops

Day 1

Session Code: S1-A
When: March 27, 2023
Level: Introductory
Track: Critical Employment Practices
Industry Designation: Global Diversity
Presenter: Carice Anderson

Description

Based on her experience growing up in the USA, living abroad in South Africa for 10 years, and managing and coaching underrepresented Black talent in Europe, the USA, and Africa, this human shares her insights about Black talent and those who lead them. In this workshop, Carice Anderson provides her insider knowledge as she does in her book, “Intelligence Isn’t Enough: A Black Professional’s Guide to Thriving in the Workplace.”

One of the keys to creating an inclusive workforce is having empathetic leaders that share their stories to develop a deeper connection with their teams and put themselves in the shoes of those they lead. Creating an inclusive workforce means implementing the strategies that meet people where they are while stretching them outside of their comfort zone and their natural biases. Research shows that inclusive workplaces have a deeper commitment from their employees, higher employee retention, greater innovation, and increased profitability.

Beyond the knowledge that an inclusive workforce is optimal, this workshop provides key insights and practical application of strategies for supporting Black talent on a pathway to success. During this session, participants will share their stories and gain perspective to bolster their inclusive leadership.

Learning Outcomes:

• Discover three key insights on cultural messaging, career advice, and mindsets that are holding Black talent back
• Develop three techniques around career advice and culture that inclusive leaders can utilize to help Black talent on the pathway to thriving
• Create three approaches for those who lead Black talent to develop a more inclusive and meritocratic environment

The Forum on Workplace Inclusion®
2211 Riverside Ave, CB 54
Minneapolis, MN 55454
workplaceforum@augsburg.edu
(612) 373-5994

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