Creating An Inclusive Culture Of Trust and Belonging

In order to shape and influence culture, leaders must first commit to building self-awareness and understanding of what motivates and forms their leadership - their strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, reactions, triggers and more. An increase in self-awareness and reflection enables mentorship, sponsorship, and an appreciation for authenticity.

Listening is an art and a science. To truly build and influence a culture of inclusion and belonging, leaders must know how to listen effective, with intention and purpose, cultivating deep understanding so that they can properly address the evolving needs and concerns of employees.

One of a leader's primary responsibility is to empower their employees and to helping remove obstacles they face in their work. Building this capability can help establish leaders allies, increase team loyalty, prevent attrition, and help to create workplace that employees love to be a part of.

An inclusive leader coaches and champions the strengths of team members - creating a team atmosphere where everyone can come together and thrive. By providing psychological safety and being conscious and aware of micro-behaviors, leader's set expectations for how teams can work best together, while valuing each individual.