CIM Group in partnership with PowerToFly hosted a courageous conversation focused on “Moving from Dialogue to Action” where Gabrielle Fricke, Global DEIB Strategist at PowerToFly, joined by Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta shared insights around this topic, as well as tactical strategies around moving beyond conversation.
In the spirit of continued learning, we're sharing access to the Courageous Conversation so that you can watch it on your own time and learn more from our subject matter expert.
📝Key Takeaways
After watching the session, you will gain the following insights and actionable steps:
- KEY INSIGHT: Competing priorities are a major barrier to DEI implementation, but organizations need to reframe DEI not as a competing priority but as a core business priority that enables growth and success.
- ACTIONABLE ITEM: Use a structured "Change Up" board or Kanban system to track DEI initiatives alongside other business priorities, with regular check-ins to monitor progress and ensure accountability.
- KEY INSIGHT: Effective DEI work requires establishing psychological safety where team members feel comfortable sharing their perspectives, which comes through authentic dialogue and empathetic questioning.
- ACTIONABLE ITEM: Practice asking empathetic questions like "What else do you need me to understand about that?" or "How does that make you feel?" instead of immediately responding with your own perspective during challenging conversations.
- KEY INSIGHT: Leadership accountability and modeling are crucial for DEI success - leaders need to demonstrate vulnerability and a growth mindset while actively creating space for diverse perspectives.
- ACTIONABLE ITEM: Make DEI engagement visible by openly scheduling and noting relevant activities (like therapy appointments or family commitments) on your calendar, showing that these priorities are valued and normalized within the organization.
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