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What do you do if your professional network lacks diversity?

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In today's interconnected world, a diverse professional network is invaluable. It enhances your perspective, fosters innovation, and opens doors to new opportunities. However, if you find your network lacking in diversity, it's essential to take proactive steps to enrich it. Diversity isn't just about ethnicity or gender; it includes a range of experiences, industries, and viewpoints. By broadening the scope of your network, you're setting the stage for personal growth and professional success.

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Lubna Malhotra

Marketing for VCs | I run a BLR community! | Meesho | McKinsey NGWL | LSR | ISC AIR 8

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Shhelley B Bhattacharjee

Senior Consultant & Educational Partnerships Leader | Pre-Sales | Corporate Learning & PR | Business Growth

1 Assess Honestly

To address the lack of diversity in your professional network, start with a candid self-assessment. Reflect on the current composition of your network. Consider the industries, job roles, cultural backgrounds, and ideologies represented. This understanding will serve as a baseline from which you can identify gaps and set goals for diversification. Remember, this isn't about tokenism; it's about genuinely appreciating the value that different perspectives bring to your professional life.

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Shhelley B Bhattacharjee

Senior Consultant & Educational Partnerships Leader | Pre-Sales | Corporate Learning & PR | Business Growth
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??While I consider myself to be skilled at networking, I understand that there are times when it falls short. In such situations, I believe in assessing the root causes of the issue and expanding my perspectives by seeking out diverse viewpoints. I also leverage social media to engage in meaningful conversations with individuals from different backgrounds. By promoting inclusivity in my network, I create a more enriching environment for everyone involved. Regular reflection on my networking approach ensures that my network remains vibrant and diverse.????

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Peter Stark

VERTRAUEN als Superkraft im Vertrieb und Leadership ???VERTRAUEN schafft Verbundenheit???MENSCHLICHKEIT mit ERFOLGS-GARANTIE???Impulse und Inspirationen?
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In meinen Unternehemen ist es NIE wichtig welchen Huntergrund Menschen haben. Wenn die Werte und die Einstellung zu der meiner Unternehmen passt sind alle herzlich willkommen. Daher habe ich IMMER vollst?ndig unterschiedliche Menschen - derzeit: junge Mutter, Bosnier, Bulgarin, heterosexuell, homosexuell, Tschetschenien, Muslime, Tiroler (??), Norddeutschen, Süddeutsche, ?sterreicher, Katholiken, Orthodoxe, Opa, .... alle zwischen 23 und 57 Jahre.... Für mich ist das genug an Diversit?t um unsere Kunden und die Gesellschaft bestm?glich zu verstehen.

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Timo Greiling

Gesch?ftsführer bei Vossko GmbH & Co. KG
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Wenn es in meinem beruflichen Netzwerk an Diversit?t mangelt, gibt es verschiedene Schritte, die ich unternehmen k?nnte, um dies zu verbessern: 1. Bewusstsein schaffen 2. Ziele setzen 3. Aktiv suchen 4. Inklusive Umgebung schaffen 5. Mentoring und Unterstützung bieten 6. Selbstreflexion 7. Verantwortung übernehmen Indem ich diese Schritte befolge, kann ich dazu beitragen, mein berufliches Netzwerk diverser und inklusiver zu gestalten und gleichzeitig von den vielf?ltigen Perspektiven und Erfahrungen aller Mitglieder meines Netzwerks zu profitieren.

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Sylvia Kern

UMSETZ & NEXT LEVEL Trusted Advisor | Multipreneur | Future-Skill-Vielseitigkeits Expertin#1 | Thought Leader | Investor | Author&Speaker | Agile & Digital Transformation | Mental Fit | Future Skills&Ideas
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For me, diversity in my network, both in a business and private context, is not a challenge. On the contrary, I consciously seek out diversity, because it gives rise to inspiration. If I'm lacking or want new inspiration, I consciously go in search of new places, people and much more. This is also the reason why I like travelling, even on my own, so I have to consciously face new situations and this automatically leads to new and varied contacts.

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Thomas Damm

Hypnose, Trance-Coaching und Silent Subliminals
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Um die Vielfalt in Ihrem beruflichen Netzwerk zu verbessern, beginnen Sie mit einer ehrlichen Selbsteinsch?tzung. Reflektieren Sie über die aktuelle Zusammensetzung Ihres Netzwerks hinsichtlich der vertretenen Branchen, beruflichen Rollen, kulturellen Hintergründe und Ideologien. Diese Erkenntnisse dienen als Ausgangsbasis, um Lücken zu identifizieren und Ziele für mehr Diversit?t zu setzen. Denken Sie daran, es geht nicht um Alibifunktion, sondern um die echte Wertsch?tzung der verschiedenen Perspektiven, die Ihr berufliches Leben bereichern k?nnen.

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2 Expand Horizons

Once you've identified areas where your network lacks diversity, actively seek out individuals and groups that can fill those gaps. Attend industry events, join online forums, and participate in community organizations that are outside of your usual circles. Engaging with people who have different experiences and viewpoints can be enlightening and can lead to mutually beneficial relationships. It's important to approach these interactions with an open mind and a willingness to learn.

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Peter Stark

VERTRAUEN als Superkraft im Vertrieb und Leadership ???VERTRAUEN schafft Verbundenheit???MENSCHLICHKEIT mit ERFOLGS-GARANTIE???Impulse und Inspirationen?
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Absolut! Unvoreingenommene Offenheit und Neugier sind der Schlüssel für eine offene Weltsicht und auch die M?glichkeit voll Verst?ndnis und Empathie ein "wertvoller" Teil der Gesellschaft zu sein.

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Sylvia Kern

UMSETZ & NEXT LEVEL Trusted Advisor | Multipreneur | Future-Skill-Vielseitigkeits Expertin#1 | Thought Leader | Investor | Author&Speaker | Agile & Digital Transformation | Mental Fit | Future Skills&Ideas
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Openness opens up new horizons. I like to be inspired, even if I optionally have a different view, I let myself be inspired by other views, opinions etc., or reflect on them and it is often simply exciting how this opens up new moments in yourself.

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3 Leverage Social

Social media platforms are powerful tools for networking and can be especially helpful in diversifying your professional connections. Follow thought leaders from various industries, join diverse professional groups, and contribute to discussions to expose yourself to new ideas and perspectives. By doing so, you'll not only expand your network but also demonstrate your interest in a range of subjects, which can attract a more diverse group of professionals to you.

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Peter Stark

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Das sehe ich vollkommen anders. Soziale Plattformen bieten die M?glichkeit der/die zu sein, die man sein m?chte. Sie geben leider die M?glichkeit zur kompletten Schizophrenie - das halte ich für gef?hrlich. Nach wie vor lerne ich Menschen ausschlie?lich im "realen Leben" kennen und habe keinen Bock auf "Facebook Freunde" und Co

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Sylvia Kern

UMSETZ & NEXT LEVEL Trusted Advisor | Multipreneur | Future-Skill-Vielseitigkeits Expertin#1 | Thought Leader | Investor | Author&Speaker | Agile & Digital Transformation | Mental Fit | Future Skills&Ideas
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I can only underline that. When I started using LinkedIn, for example, it was so easy to get in touch with interesting people and since the location is also no problem, networking is once again very easy to handle. I've been to so many events, whether business or private, and was able to get in touch with these people very quickly afterwards. Simply an enrichment.

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4 Engage Meaningfully

Building a diverse network requires more than just making new connections; it involves engaging with them in a meaningful way. Listen actively to understand their experiences and viewpoints. When you communicate, do so with respect and an openness to learn. Through genuine engagement, you establish trust and show that you value the relationship beyond its potential professional benefits.

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Peter Stark

VERTRAUEN als Superkraft im Vertrieb und Leadership ???VERTRAUEN schafft Verbundenheit???MENSCHLICHKEIT mit ERFOLGS-GARANTIE???Impulse und Inspirationen?
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Die Welt ist so vielf?ltig wie es Menschen und Kulturen gibt. Die "Wahrheit " spiegelt immer nur den einen Ausschnitt aus einer Vielzahl von Optionen wider den man gewohnt ist zu sehen. Daher ist ein offenes Mind der Schlüssel zu mehr Erkennen...

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5 Foster Inclusivity

Inclusivity is key to maintaining a diverse network. Create an environment where all connections feel valued and heard. This may involve initiating conversations on topics that are important to various group members or ensuring that networking events you host are accessible and welcoming to everyone. By fostering an inclusive atmosphere, you encourage ongoing participation and dialogue among your network.

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6 Reflect Regularly

Finally, make it a habit to regularly reflect on the diversity of your network and your efforts to maintain it. This isn't a one-time task but an ongoing commitment to growth and learning. As you progress in your career, your network should evolve with you, continually becoming more representative of the varied world we live in. Regular reflection will help you stay mindful of this goal and adjust your strategies as needed.

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Peter Stark

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H?ren Sie Ihren Kindern zu....wirklich: ZUh?ren. Da haben Sie eine Quelle an Inspiration und eine v?llig andere Sicht auf die Welt....

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Thomas Damm

Hypnose, Trance-Coaching und Silent Subliminals
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Eine menschliche Perspektive entsteht durch wahrhaftiges Zuh?ren. Echtes Interesse an den anderen Menschen auszustrahlen und damit Herzen zu gewinnen.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Lubna Malhotra

Marketing for VCs | I run a BLR community! | Meesho | McKinsey NGWL | LSR | ISC AIR 8
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To diversify your professional network, try joining niche online communities, attending events outside your usual circles, and using platforms for diverse networking. Engage in mentorship programs and explore opportunities like volunteering or skill-sharing workshops to connect with individuals from varied backgrounds and perspectives.

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