Beyond Diversity Podcast
195 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago -Step into the enlightening world of 'Beyond Diversity', a pioneering podcast series crafted exclusively for today's dynamic corporate leaders. Presented by the globally-renowned Woods Kovalova Group, this podcast is more than just a conversation; it's a deep dive into the essence of inclusion in the modern workspace. With each episode, we break down the complexity of HR diversity initiatives, spotlight the nuances of inclusive hiring, and lay bare the challenges of promoting equity within corporate cultures. Navigate the transformative power of cultural competence training, and get a firsthand look at the multifaceted benefits that a genuinely multicultural workspace brings. In a world where it's easy to pay lip service to diversity, 'Beyond Diversity' is for those who understand that real change comes from profound understanding and actionable insights. Join us on this journey, as we challenge biases, shatter stereotypes, and champion a new era of inclusive leadership.
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How To Eliminate Bias In Recruiting
March 10, 2022 19:59 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBYes, evidence demonstrates that our minds frequently make spontaneous decisions without awareness. Additionally, there is evidence that humans are subject to implicit bias. While we believe that rational explanations drive our conduct, unconscious brain activity affects our judgments and choices. Furthermore, this applies to personnel decisions.
How to motivate the resistant employee.
February 02, 2022 10:14 - 9 minutes - 8.56 MBA critical role of managers is communicating effectively in the ways that matter most to your employees. If you are concerned your performance evaluations are not making the right impact, here are some tips.
How to motivate the resistant employee
February 02, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MBAs a manager, you're probably well aware of the negative consequences of disengaged staff. You might not know how to increase employee engagement, so the people you manage are empowered to meet and surpass expectations. Effective communication is one of the most effective strategies for managers to increase the motivation of their direct reports. We've put up some pointers for managers on keeping staff motivated and working toward your organization's shared strategic goals. Woods Kovalova ...
Elevating The Urgency for Racial Justice at Work
December 02, 2021 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBIn 2020, calls for racial and social justice and pressure on businesses to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive were reinforced. As a result, many US firms expanded and launched new diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. However, a sizable proportion of US employees (22 percent), particularly racially and ethnically minority employees (up to 34 percent), believe that corporations have not done enough. What are the best ways to measure diversity, equity and inclusion? ...
How Leaders Can Avoid Hunkering Down In A Crisis
November 15, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBManagers now face two competing challenges. They have to execute in order to take on today’s trials. Then they must adapt what and how matters get done in order to succeed in tomorrow’s market. They must develop new approaches while surpassing today’s best methods. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
How leaders can avoid hunkering down
November 15, 2021 11:56 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBCrisis leadership is treacherous. Many leaders forget that leading in a crisis is their job. Employees learn by observing their behavior.
Racial Microaggressions Unmasked
October 28, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.4 MBMicroaggressions are sinister. Certainly, many people are wholly oblivious to the often subtle slights and humorless offenses. They occur for a range of reasons. The solution is a work from within and for the silent to no longer stand by. Thank you for listening. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
How personal silos upend inclusion
October 25, 2021 09:07 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBIs there any wonder diversity programs fail?
How Personal Silos Upend Inclusion
October 25, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 4.89 MBRegrettably, diversity resides in the impenetrable silos of human resources. Conceptually, diversity and especially inclusion are too large for silos. It is also too important to originality, to be limited by people, not policies, attempting to solidify their ranking in the hierarchy. Groupthink continues to permeate every team despite the constant barrage of new books on the subject, which, truthfully, no one has mastered. Because failure and mediocrity in terms of inclusion become unhinged...
Are your diversity efforts reaching the right people?
October 13, 2021 10:37 - 9 minutes - 8.54 MBCalls for racial..
Are your diversity efforts reaching your marginalized groups?
October 13, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 6.38 MBDespite companies’ pledges to change the workplace, 42% of Black women report feeling uncomfortable sharing their thoughts on racial inequity and 22% feel they can’t talk about the impact current events have on them or people in their communities. Organizations have been asked to stop expecting their Black employees to solve the problem or educate their colleagues. The backlash against organizations’ anti-racism efforts is causing some to retreat. So now what? Schedule an appointment Woods ...
The mindless leader and inclusion
October 10, 2021 16:53 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBLearn how to lead without an ego.
Inclusive leadership and the leaders ego
October 10, 2021 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBWhen leaders’ behaviors improve, team members report more belonging, greater team collaboration, avoidance of groupthink, and higher retention rates for their managers. But what happens when the leader's ego circumvents an organization's diversity and inclusion goals? Listen and submit your comments. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
Retention, Race and the Elephant in the Room
September 16, 2021 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBLeaders and employees who are different from their colleagues in religion, gender, sexual orientation, economically, and generationally often hide important parts of themselves at work for fear of negative consequences. This can make it difficult to know how employees feel and what they want. Which increases the likelihood of their leaving your organization. The vital aspect of inclusion is understanding who your employees are. For more training please join our 1-hour webinar "Fostering T...
Retention, Race and the Elephant in the Room
September 16, 2021 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBLeaders and employees who are different from their colleagues in religion, gender, sexual orientation, economically, and generationally often hide important parts of themselves at work for fear of negative consequences. This can make it difficult to know how employees feel and what they want. Which increases the likelihood of their leaving your organization. The vital aspect of inclusion is understanding who your employees are. For more training please join our 1-hour webinar "Fostering T...
Do Your Employees Trust What You Say About Race?
September 10, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBWhen leaders and co-workers communicate why they believe in inclusion, align anti-bias initiatives with their organization’s business priorities, and do the strenuous work of identifying and repairing barriers, they’re more likely to get buy-in. Otherwise, their well-intended lip service will reveal itself in other areas. Join our latest program Daring Inclusive Conversations®. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
3 Ways HR Can Advance Underrepresented Employees
August 30, 2021 17:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBManagers are powerless to effectively implement critical advocacy and progression-related activities if they fail to have a consistent working rapport with their workers. This is considerably more difficult when supervisors and employees come from unique backgrounds. Instruct managers just how to build individualized support for their employees while empowering them to be influential mentors. Build leadership awareness of the experiences of underrepresented employees. Contact us. Schedul...
The Role recruiters Play In Diversity
August 29, 2021 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBAs someone who has worked in the recruitment marketing industry for over five years, I have found that for inclusion and diversity initiatives to move forward, recruiters need more training and need to understand the experience of Black professionals and what makes them unique. Recruiters are often the first point of contact between candidates and employers, and they often unknowingly act as gatekeepers for inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Gr...
The Explicit Bias of Black on Black Racism
August 25, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBWhat is meant by inclusion? Are there people in your organization you presume are represented but aren't? The work of HR is relentless. We're here to guide you. Did you know that Blacks have an equal propensity for racism as Whites? Listen as your host Jim Woods explains. Thank you for sharing. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
What happens when an employee speaks up? Therapist vs HR
August 22, 2021 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.6 MBCan and should an employee expect confidentiality when speaking with a company-hired therapist? Although speaking up is generally linked with positive career outcomes, it can lead to lower social status at the office and lessened performance ratings in some circumstances. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
What makes diversity recruiting important
August 19, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes - 6.08 MBLearn the key steps to making diversity in recruiting improve your business outcomes. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
How HR Can Build an Ethical Workplace Culture
August 10, 2021 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.27 MBToday human resources professionals spend much time working to create a respectful work environment. Indeed, their tireless efforts should be applauded. Of course, much of that effort is needed to stay in compliance with anti-discrimination and additional workplace regulations, but a genuine focus on ethics extends beyond legal conformity. The risks are high when employers research the ethics of their culture. Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
Stop Blaming White People and Become Anti-Racist
June 30, 2021 10:31 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBThis is the time for us to make the shift from being non-racist to anti-racist. We can no longer be ambivalent. Assigning blame and shame does not move the conversation forward. Listen to how we can make the change personally and organizationally. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule a...
Microaggressions and the race to equal pay for women
June 21, 2021 15:29 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBEqual pay for women does not imply equal pay for women of color. Did you know affirmative action has benefited women more than women of color?--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Jim Woods President Woods Kovalova Group Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisors 4610 S. Ulster St. Suite 150 Denver, CO 80237 LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Spotify Podcast #diversity #hr #h...
Microaggressions and the race to equal pay for women
June 21, 2021 15:29 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBEqual pay for women does not imply equal pay for women of color. Did you know affirmative action has benefited women more than women of color?--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
Magnifying the power of inclusive leadership
May 25, 2021 09:23 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBLearn how to build more than a superficial diversity and inclusion program to one where authentic leaders roam everywhere. If you’re looking to become a more inclusive leader and to develop this form of agile leadership throughout your organization, please listen. We’ve laid out a guide to help your team. Thank you. Jim --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSu...
Magnifying the power of inclusive leadership
May 25, 2021 09:23 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBLearn how to build more than a superficial diversity and inclusion program to one where authentic leaders roam everywhere. If you’re looking to become a more inclusive leader and to develop this form of agile leadership throughout your organization, please listen. We’ve laid out a guide to help your team. Thank you. Jim --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSu...
How to detect unconscious bias
May 10, 2021 13:07 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBMost people are more prejudiced than they imagine. Are you or your hiring manager harboring a bias on age, sex, race, physical appearance or disability? How is it affecting your collective hiring decisions? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
How to detect unconscious bias
May 10, 2021 13:07 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBMost people are more prejudiced than they imagine. Are you or your hiring manager harboring a bias on age, sex, race, physical appearance or disability? How is it affecting your collective hiring decisions? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Jim Woods President Woods Kovalova Group Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisors 4610 S. Ulster St. Suite 150 Denver, CO 8023...
Changing the unchangeable person
April 23, 2021 09:34 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MBThis episode shows ways teams can influence stubborn leaders who arrogantly assert "My way or the highway."--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Jim Woods President Woods Kovalova Group Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisors 4610 S. Ulster St. Suite 150 Denver, CO 8023...
Changing the unchangeable person
April 23, 2021 09:34 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MBThis episode shows ways teams can influence stubborn leaders who arrogantly assert "My way or the highway."--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
Do employees suffer when they can't discuss racial bias in society at work?
April 22, 2021 11:12 - 9 minutes - 6.23 MBWhat are the results when people of color can't express their feelings about race or social issues that occurred outside of work with their peers? The reality is unsettling. 38% of black professionals feel that it is never acceptable at their companies to speak out about their experiences of bias; a silence that makes them more than twice as vulnerable to feelings of isolation and alienation in the workplace. Black employees who feel muzzled are nearly three times as likely as those who don...
Are You Impeding The Progress Of Your Organizations Inclusion Plan?
April 04, 2021 14:09 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBVirtually, all people from the C-suite, consultants, and frontline employees know less about diversity and inclusion than they think. Regrettably, people with authoritarian personalities tend to become more racist when faced with an inclusion message, not less. Their personal biases i.e. prejudices create a backlash triggered by the messaging that differences among people are may be valuable. But not yet. There is a deeply tribal aspect of human nature that reacts negatively to this message....
2 ways of talking about race and hearing our own story
March 10, 2021 09:24 - 12 minutes - 8.65 MBPeople everywhere want to advocate for equality. They want to abolish the preconceived ideas about race and gender. But, we are fearful with the mounting hatred and venom spouting on social media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Jim Woods President Woods Kovalova Group Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisors 4610 S. Ulster St. Suite 150 Denver, CO 80237 LinkedIn...
2 ways of talking about race and hearing our own story
March 10, 2021 09:24 - 12 minutes - 8.65 MBPeople everywhere want to advocate for equality. They want to abolish the preconceived ideas about race and gender. But, we are fearful with the mounting hatred and venom spouting on social media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
How a common sense of purpose drives inclusion
March 06, 2021 16:21 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MBDiversity, Equity and inclusion are often treated as buzzwords. Purpose builds trust and trust creates a safe place for belonging and achieving. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Jim Woods President Woods Kovalova Group Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisors 4610 S....
How a common sense of purpose drives inclusion
March 06, 2021 16:21 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MBDiversity, Equity and inclusion are often treated as buzzwords. Purpose builds trust and trust creates a safe place for belonging and achieving. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
McDonalds Ties Executive Pay To Diversity
February 26, 2021 17:15 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBThe burger chain is tying a significant portion of executive pay to adding more people of color to the leadership ranks. This is a bold step of transparency that more companies should follow. Certainly, targets and timetables can be tricky, but, this isn't unusual for Mcdonald's. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ji...
The Angst of Discovering I Was More Black Than White
February 23, 2021 18:10 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBRacisms legacy is personal. It was for me. It is brutal, ugly, and especially personal. Absolutely so in the workplace. These days is racial segregation mostly our mental juxtaposition albeit still alive and well in corporate terms? But, what does that say about each of us? Racism is actually a personal phenomenon. Many of us seldom if ever climb into the backseat of our persona to delve into what we believe is true and why? We are after all, unlike any other species able to change. --- Thi...
3 ways leaders can drive cultural change and inclusion
February 20, 2021 15:12 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MBLearn how to acclimate your organization to the different requirements of age, personalities, and traits to gain true benefits of diversity, equity and inclusion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group
3 ways leaders can drive cultural change and inclusion
February 20, 2021 15:12 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MBLearn how to acclimate your organization to the different requirements of age, personalities, and traits to gain true benefits of diversity, equity and inclusion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Jim Woods President Woods Kovalova Group Diversity, Equity and Inclusio...
How managers can have effective conversations on race at work
February 20, 2021 14:15 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBAre you hesitant to discuss race at work due to negative consequences of such a discussion? You'll learn in this episode how our RACE framework can help you open Conversations on race that build engagement and create a safe place of belonging. Join us for insights you can use. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woo...
How managers can have effective conversations on race at work
February 20, 2021 14:15 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBAre you hesitant to discuss race at work due to negative consequences of such a discussion? You'll learn in this episode how our RACE framework can help you open Conversations on race that build engagement and create a safe place of belonging. Join us for insights you can use. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woo...
Being exceptional
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 3 minutes - 2.71 MBHow to be more than you expected. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jim-woods-podcast/support Schedule an appointment Woods Kovalova Group