When I was with C.H. Robinson, I was fortunate enough to volunteer with the B.L.A.C.K. Employee Resource Group. I was also fortunate to attend events put on by LatinX ERG, Pride ERG, and others. I say it that way because every minute I spent with those groups made me a better person, a better colleague, and a better leader. Most professionals out there put value into personal growth. Nowhere else did I grow more than being a part of our diversity and inclusion efforts.
The benefits didn't stop with me. We were able to identify and develop new leaders, we increased engagement and satisfaction within the company, and we built bridges between subordinates and leaders. The business case was tangible and strong. Happy employees are better for a company.
It saddens me that others will be denied the same opportunities for growth and development. It saddens me that simply in rolling back these efforts, millions of people now have to work under the added stress of wondering if they belong. It saddens me that people feel the need to take something away from others that makes them feel accepted and fulfilled. We all deserve to feel that, but if taking away someone's sense of acceptance and fulfillment is what gives you yours, then you have my pity.
All emotion aside, it says something that one of the world's biggest banks is doubling down on inclusion and diversity. Do you think JP Morgan Chase pays its dividends in good vibes? No, they know that there is a financial case for creating an inclusive environment.
Last thought- I have been a salesperson for over a decade. If I walked into a meeting with a company and their executives said "we resist change in every form and try to do things like we did them in the 1950's," then I would wait until I was out of the room to laugh and laugh at this company that would soon become obsolete. So why do we think that is good business on a national level?
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2 个月Great squad right there!