Chapter 11
Leading Diverse Teams for Maximum Performance
IN THIS CHAPTER
Putting together a diverse team
Bringing out the best in your diverse team
Appreciating true diversity of thought
Building a culture of trust and belonging
Knowing common missteps of leading diverse teams and how to avoid them
Previous chapters outline the compelling business case for DEI, how to attract and hire more diverse talent, and how to enrich the employee experience. But I can’t underscore enough the importance of homing in on the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that come a diverse team. Much research has been done over the years proving that diverse teams are smarter and more creative and solve more complex problems. Moreover, companies with more diversity on their leadership teams, executive teams, and boards of directors report being more innovative and profitable and seeing higher returns on their investments.
But leading a diverse team to achieve this kind of performance isn’t easy, ...
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