It takes a great deal of courage to understand, accept, and own up to your competency in managing diversity. It is easy to give up when things get tough or when it appears that diversity is no longer in vogue. It is easy to point fingers at others when the organization is not as welcoming to diversity as we would like it to be. Nonetheless, when we point fingers, at least three of our fingers point back. It is critical that you “walk your own talk.” A lot will depend on what you do personally.
It is important to become conscious of what your own filters and personal biases are. You have to confront them and make certain you fully utilize the true gifts that your diverse workforce brings to the table. You can say all you want ...
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