Gain a better understanding of the importance of workplace diversity, as well as suggestions for increasing employee inclusion.
Many would say that the country is divided, and polarization has taken the nation by the throat. This is in light of the fact that changing demographics coupled with dissatisfaction, by many, regarding where we are headed. This phenomenon has creeped into the workplace. This topic is designed to help you and your organization build and sustain a diverse workplace by creating an inclusive environment for your workforce and your customers/clients. The focus will be on 'how to' and not 'why you should.' If you intend to be ahead of the curve as well as ahead of the current times, this topic is for you. You will learn how to be intentional and strategic in understanding, managing and leading the diversity component at your organization. This sets the stage for the ultimate goal of recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is performing and producing at optimum levels which satisfies your customers as well as enhance and increases your profit margin(s).
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Agenda
Understanding Workplace Diversity
- What Is Workplace Diversity and How Will It Help Me and My Organization?
- Now That I Know What It Is How Do I Use This New Knowledge to Support and Sustain Workplace Performance, Productivity and Profits?
Understanding Cultural Diversity and Why It Is Valuable in Supporting Workplace Diversity
- What Is Cultural Diversity and How Will It Help Me and My Organization?
- Now That I Know What It Is How Do I Use This New Knowledge to Support and Sustain Workplace Performance, Productivity and Profits?
What Do We Already Know About Workplace Diverity?
- Facts
- Fiction
- Myths
Workplace Diversity/Cultural Diversity - so What, What Difference Do They Make?
- Building Your Toolkit
- Ensuring the Proper Tools Are in Your Toolkit
- One Tool Fits All Purposes?
Workplace Diversity Advantages
- Allows for Increased Creativity
- Forces Enhanced Concentration
- Groups Become More Effective and Productive
Workplace Diversity Disadvantages
- Lack of Cohesion Causing Inactivity
- Miscommunication
- Stress and Tension
- Less Productivity
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Why Lorman?
Over 34 years and 1.4 million customers worth of experience providing continuing education. Our passion is providing you world-class training to help you succeed in business and as a professional.
Credits
OnDemand Course
This course was last revised on March 28, 2018.
Call 1-866-352-9540 for further credit information.
This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.
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Why Lorman?
Over 34 years and 1.4 million customers worth of experience providing continuing education. Our passion is providing you world-class training to help you succeed in business and as a professional.
Faculty

T. Hensley (Ted) Williams, J.D.
The Williams Group
- Noted HR consultant, speaker, and trainer with a national clientele in 21+ industries
- Coupled with his demonstrated HR experience, he also has a legal background, which allows him to marry organizational and operational imperatives with the legal impacts of workplace/workforce decisions
- Keynote and session speaker at national and regional conventions of professional and trade organizations
- Professional expert for both plaintiff’s and defendant’s bars
- Onsite investigator for client companies regarding discrimination, harassment, and ethics
- Online and on-site webinar/workshop leader on topics that include leadership, supervision conflict resolution, hiring and firing, performance, discrimination, harassment, legal updates, and wage and salary issues
- Facilitator for corporate board and executive retreats
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Why Lorman?
Over 34 years and 1.4 million customers worth of experience providing continuing education. Our passion is providing you world-class training to help you succeed in business and as a professional.

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