Search for “Low Hanging Fruit” as well asSet a Plan for the Long-Term

In addition to creating a long-term, strategic approach, it is also important to recognize the things that are going well in the organization. Often, during your informal review, you will find people or diverse work teams doing outstanding work. Or, you may find opportunities for integrating diversity into the day-to-day process with little effort. Make it a point to seize these opportunities and recognize those who are making diversity happen in the organization.

In addition, spend some time consciously looking for areas that can be improved. Watch out for situations where employees might be receiving poor or mixed messages about the organization’s commitment to diversity. ...

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