{"id":36140,"date":"2024-06-28T13:22:45","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T13:22:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brandonhall.com\/?p=36140"},"modified":"2024-06-28T13:22:45","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T13:22:45","slug":"is-inclusive-leadership-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brandonhall.com\/is-inclusive-leadership-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Inclusive Leadership Important?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Current State<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">Many organizations are transforming their culture from top-down leadership to inclusive leadership. Brandon Hall Group\u2019s most recent <i>HCM Outlook Study <\/i>supports this.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36141 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1-1024x417.png?strip=all\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1-1024x417.png?strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1-300x122.png?strip=all 300w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1-768x313.png?strip=all 768w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1-1536x625.png?strip=all 1536w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1-2048x834.png?strip=all 2048w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1.png?strip=all&amp;w=465 465w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1.png?strip=all&amp;w=931 931w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1.png?strip=all&amp;w=1396 1396w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1.png?strip=all&amp;w=1862 1862w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-1.png?strip=all 2328w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Complexities<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">Inclusive leadership is not intuitive to many people, especially veteran leaders who worked for many years in cultures where leaders were expected to have all the answers and be in control. Transitioning to inclusive leadership is now more difficult for some organizations because of the increased number of employees working remotely.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">In fact, only 45% of organizations believe inclusive leadership is demonstrated to a high or very high degree among their leaders and most organizations have seen no real change in inclusive decision- making, according to our <i>Improving the Business Impact of DEI Study<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><b>Traits of Inclusive Leadership<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Being aware of one\u2019s biases and preferences<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Actively seeking and considering diverse views and perspectives to inform better decision-making<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Demonstrating commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Exhibiting humility<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Curiosity about others<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Exhibiting cultural intelligence<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\">\u2726<\/span> Demonstrating and championing collaboration<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Consequences<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\">Inclusive leadership requires development of behaviors that need reinforcement and practice. But most leadership development is classroom-focused and many organizations don\u2019t provide leaders with needed time for self-reflection or provide targeted skill exercises that they can do quickly as time allows. Therefore, most organizations don\u2019t believe their LD programs have a significant impact on the business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Inclusive leadership is critical for organizations for a number of reasons:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p8\"><b><span class=\"s6\">\u2726\u00a0 <\/span>Boosts innovation and performance: <\/b>Diverse teams with a range of perspectives bring a wider range of ideas to the table, fostering creativity and leading to better problem-solving and decision-making.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p7\"><span class=\"s6\">\u2726 <\/span><b>Enhances employee engagement: <\/b>When employees feel valued, respected and heard, they\u2019re more likely to be engaged and productive. Inclusive leadership creates a sense of belonging that motivates employees to contribute their best work.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><b>Attracts and retains top talent<\/b><\/span><b>: <\/b>In today\u2019s competitive job market, talented individuals are looking for workplaces that foster diversity and inclusion. Inclusive leadership helps organizations attract and retain the best people.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><b>Improves decision-making<\/b><\/span><b>: <\/b>By considering diverse viewpoints, inclusive leaders can avoid blind spots and make more well-rounded decisions that benefit the organization.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726 <\/span><span class=\"s2\"><b>Strengthens business relationships<\/b><\/span><b>: <\/b>Inclusive leadership fosters trust and collaboration, not just within the organization but also with clients and partners from different backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36142 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2-1024x691.png?strip=all\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2-1024x691.png?strip=all 1024w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2-300x202.png?strip=all 300w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2-768x518.png?strip=all 768w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2-1536x1036.png?strip=all 1536w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2.png?strip=all 1562w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2.png?strip=all&amp;w=624 624w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2.png?strip=all&amp;w=937 937w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2.png?strip=all&amp;w=1249 1249w, https:\/\/ex6jpoo4khr.exactdn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/BHG_Is-Inclusive-Leadership-Important_SB_Graphic-2.png?strip=all&amp;w=450 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Critical Questions<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">To develop inclusive leaders, organizations should answer several critical questions, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p5\">What types of leaders are needed to make our organization successful?<\/li>\n<li class=\"p7\">How do we build a culture of collaboration that embraces the inclusive leadership needed to navigate new challenges through collective wisdom and innovation?<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\">What must we do to develop the types of leaders we need?<\/li>\n<li class=\"p5\">How can we build a culture that is inclusive by design?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Brandon Hall Group<sup>\u2122<\/sup> POV<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Inclusive leadership is the foundation for leveraging the diverse capabilities and experiences of the workforce to drive organizations forward. The foundation of inclusive leadership is self- awareness of biases, habits and triggers that can impede employees\u2019 sense of belonging and feeling valued and heard.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Inclusive leaders are humble enough to acknowledge their vulnerabilities and collaborate with others to create the best environment and workplace. The keys to inclusive leadership are prioritizing collaboration and open-mindedness over control and enabling others to actively contribute to the organization\u2019s success. This enables an environment of psychological safety that gives everyone an opportunity to bring their true selves to work. Inclusive leadership takes many forms.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>EXAMPLES OF INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726<\/span> <b>Actively show empathy and support <\/b>when employees express a viewpoint that is different from yours or the majority opinion.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s3\">\u2726<\/span> <span class=\"s5\"><b>Advocate <\/b><\/span>for employees being allies, coaches and mentors for each other.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s3\">\u2726<\/span> For team meetings, <b>take turns <\/b>having employees set the agenda and run the meeting. This promotes shared ownership and drives engagement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s3\">\u2726<\/span> <b>Be proactive <\/b>in ensuring remote employees are actively included in virtual meetings. It is not enough that they are included in video conferencing. Make sure they have a chance to be heard.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726<\/span> <b>Recognize <\/b>employees on a regular basis for meaningful contributions; ensure no one individual or a few individuals are disproportionately acknowledged.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726<\/span> <b>Ensure opportunities <\/b>for promotions and high-visibility projects are equitably provided to everyone. Candidates should be evaluated according to the same standards. Be aware of your biases and collaborate to make decisions that mitigate them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726<\/span> <b>Collaborate inclusively. <\/b>Every person has unique strengths. People who might not appear to be the best fit for a discussion may have a different experience or viewpoint that can make a difference.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">\u2726<\/span> <b>Be comfortable <\/b>with conflict and disagreement as long as it is expressed constructively, respectfully and professionally.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the importance of inclusive leadership in today&#8217;s workplace, its impact on innovation and employee engagement, and strategies for developing inclusive leaders to drive organizational success.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":43,"featured_media":35467,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2778,3164],"tags":[4126,86,3658,1009,271,3153,133,158,448,4059,1079,124,1845],"class_list":["post-36140","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diversity-inclusion","category-leadership-development-2","tag-bias-awareness","tag-collaboration","tag-decision-making","tag-diversity-and-inclusion","tag-employee-engagement","tag-inclusive-leadership","tag-innovation","tag-leadership-development","tag-organizational-performance","tag-psychological-safety","tag-remote-work","tag-talent-retention","tag-workplace-culture"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Is Inclusive Leadership Important? 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