Workplace Values

Agreeing to disagree is a simple phrase that says it all.

If we spend 1/3 of our day working, we would like to be in a place where we can be ourselves. A value that I see as extremely necessary is respect for others, for their opinions, beliefs, and choices. This is where we need to unite the three values below.

Professionals are seeking companies that preach these values.

Diversity is not only linked to physical aspects like race, ethnicity, gender, and age. It's connected to everything that differs one from another. We can include socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, beliefs, perspectives, opinions, etc.

A diverse group can think outside the box, because different people have different perspectives.

Equity is not the same as equality. Equity recognizes that each person has different circumstances and uses resources and opportunities with the goal of achieving an equal outcome.

Inclusion promotes a sense of belonging and value in the environment.

Diversity is being invited to the party, inclusion is being asked to dance.