Leading Inclusive Teams

Create a shared understanding of why inclusion is critical for your team. Learn how to adopt a more inclusive and open communication style and revamp your leadership practices.

Introduction

• Driving urgency around inclusion

1. Establish an Inclusive Team Dynamic

• Prioritizing inclusion on your team
• Setting ground rules within your team
• Building trust

2. Communicate to Lead Diverse Teams

• Using inclusive language
• Modeling open communication
• Adjusting your communication style
• Providing feedback to diverse teams
• Understanding cultural factors in feedback style

3. Reflect on and Revamp Your Leadership Practices

• Discovering implicit associations
• Keeping an open mind
• Using micro-affirmations

4. Best Practices in Leading Diverse Teams

• Delegating work and opportunities equitably
• Demonstrating humility and courage
• Understanding unconscious bias in hiring
• Signaling you're an ally
• Monitoring progress on your team

Conclusion

• Continuing to lead inclusive teams