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The concept of neurodiversity is gaining increased attention and understanding, not least in corporate America, where neurodivergent individuals are seen as an often-overlooked source of quality talent. Neurodivergent individuals, those who have neurological conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Dyslexia, and others, are increasingly seen not just as employees who can fit into existing corporate […]
Kari Mayfield, the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Ping Identity, is a passionate advocate for fostering inclusive workplaces. With a unique blend of educational expertise and corporate experience, Mayfield has carved a successful career in DEI, inspiring others along the way. Mayfield’s journey began in the classroom, where she taught language arts. […]
Disparate treatment of women in the tech industry is, sadly, almost a cliché of that industry, even after years of attention focused on such problems, which include everything from pay disparities and uneven promotion rates to sexual harassment and even violence. But the negative impacts of this treatment don’t fall solely on female employees. Tech […]
Navigating the boundaries of your comfort zone often involves striking a delicate balance between pushing yourself to grow and recognizing the value of your current position. Your comfort zone is a behavioral state where you operate in anxiety neutral conditions. So, while we often encourage stepping out of this territory, it’s important to recognize that […]
In the battle for talent in the U.S. labor market, employers have several arrows in their quivers: salary, annual bonuses, benefits like health and dental insurance, vacation time, flexible scheduling, company culture, etc. All of these can be used to entice candidates to apply to work for a given employer, and these various arrows can […]
Let’s face it: working in an office—including a remote office—is rarely the peak of human social interaction for most participants. We don’t necessarily like everyone we work with. In fact, some of our colleagues might down-right annoy us. But we suck it up and do what we can to cope in order to get the […]
As the U.S. economy faces turbulence and the lines between work and personal life blur, an increasing number of employees are reporting feelings of burnout. This growing concern is particularly pressing for business leaders who aim to retain talent and sustain productivity. Addressing burnout requires keen attention to early signs and proactive measures to foster […]
In the ever-evolving business world, where the dynamics of work environments and economic challenges are in constant flux, the ability to identify and inspire high-potential employees has never been more critical. The significant number of open jobs and the notable portion of the workforce looking to move on highlight the urgency for company leaders to […]
In this week’s HR Query, Kirsten Moorefield, Cofounder & CSO of Cloverleaf.me, a B2B SaaS platform that provides Automated Coaching™ to teams in the biggest brands across the globe, shares 10 tips for saying no at work. What are some common challenges employees face when they need to say no at work?KM: Employees may fear […]
Arianne Dowdell’s journey to becoming the Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officer at Houston Methodist is marked by a series of roles that emphasized the importance of storytelling and bringing people together. “In many ways, I believe every career step led me to my current role leading diversity, equity, and inclusion at Houston Methodist,” […]