Put your inclusive leadership skills to the test

Making all employees feel heard and valued is the mark of a genuinely inclusive leader, but it’s easier said than done. Wei Zheng, Haoying Xu, and Peter G Dominick offer a quick diagnostic to see if you make the grade

Where are you on the spectrum of great, good, or frankly inadequate leaders when it comes to including everyone in the organization? Answer the three following questions as honestly as you can to find out. To what extent do you prioritize efficiency, control, and task completion over individual and relationship concerns? A. Never – the whole won’t work unless all parts are in good working order. B. It depends – recognizing the diverse needs and challenges of individuals is important, but you need time and space to do it. C. Always – getting the job done has to be the priority in all circumstances. What behavior best characterizes your approach to inclusivity? A. Proactive and detailed – you actively support all individuals, canvas input in decisions, and distribute information and…

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