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How to embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace with Chandran Fernando - Part 2
Season 1, Ep. 33
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This is Part 2 of embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace with Chandran Fernando. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and listen to it. That is the episode right before this because you'd need that for context.
Diversity in the workplace statistics shows that most companies need to desperately consider aspects of inclusivity to create a diverse workforce.
By embracing people’s differences, we can spark innovation, better understand and serve our customers and gain a competitive advantage.
This week's episode is all about embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. I discussed extensively with Chandran Fernando how newcomers, immigrants, and international students can leverage diversity, equity, and inclusion.
You'll Learn:- How organizations can really embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- How immigrants can position themselves for career opportunities.
- How immigrants can tap into their story.
- Skills that immigrants need to position themselves post-pandemic.
- How to find mentors and sponsors.
- How Chandran bounced back from challenges.
- The three types of people you’d encounter in life.
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