This diagnostic is designed to help you reflect on how much your behaviors help promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
When answering the questions, think about your choices and how you act at work. Rate yourself based on how frequently you behave in the described manner. The quiz takes approximately five minutes to complete.
At the end of the quiz you will receive actionable tips on how to nurture more inclusive behaviors.
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HOW INCLUSIVE ARE YOU?
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I catch myself in moments where I am making assumptions about others.
If I perceive a colleague as acting on inaccurate assumptions about somebody else, I feel comfortable to raise this issue with them.
I reflect on how my unique background and experiences might influence my behavior.
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I act deliberately even in emotionally charged situations.
When I experience strong emotions, I take time to reflect on what caused them.
I can accurately foresee how I will react to situations.
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I take initiative in seeking different viewpoints when making decisions.
I speak up when I observe non-inclusive behaviors.
I champion the value of diversity and inclusion in my organization.
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I can describe the unique skills and experiences that people on my work team have.
If I were to put together a project team, I would prefer to include team members with a broad range of backgrounds.
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I see the value of diversity in achieving business results.
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I feel comfortable sharing unique aspects about myself with others.
I show great interest in learning about the background of the people I interact with at work.
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I easily build rapport and trust with others.
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I make thoughtful decisions when it comes to situations that impact people.
I pause before making important decisions.
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I actively listen in all workplace conversations regardless of who is speaking.
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I am accurate when reading other people’s emotions.
In turbulent times, I show great interest in understanding the difficulties others face.
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I try to see issues from the points of view of all people involved.
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Build awareness of how your biases drive your behavior and can impact others, regardless of your intent.
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Please find your scores below for the seven I.N.C.L.U.D.E skills.
The higher scored skills are where you can leverage your strengths. The maximum score is 15 points.
The lower scored skills are where you have development opportunities. The minimum score is 3 points.
Notice your reactions in moments that matter and ask yourself why you are thinking and feeling that way.
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Share your commitment to inclusion in words and actions. Invite unconventional ideas and encourage others to do so.
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Demonstrate appreciation for different perspectives and look for ways to leverage them to achieve business results.
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Share more of who you are and encourage others to do the same to build rapport and trust.
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Pause before making decisions or taking actions that impact people, to disrupt ineffective biases.
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Understand and acknowledge the feelings and experiences of others, even if you don’t agree with them.
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Being an inclusive leader in these disruptive times demands empathy, compassion and understanding. Promote conscious inclusion by bringing everyone to the table so that you can listen, learn and then lead more effectively.
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Tips for how to demonstrate skill
Test your assumptions for accuracy.
Assume positive intent on the part of others, being aware that their impact may not be what they intended.
Question assumptions that are inaccurate–your own and those you observe from others.
Believe that you can change your behaviors so that your intent matches your impact.
Examine your reactions to people who are different from you.
Look for patterns in what triggers strong reactions or quick reactions for you.
Identify what specifically has triggered these emotions and thoughts.
Recognize strong emotions and thoughts you are experiencing.
Tips for how to demonstrate skill
Share your stories/thoughts on the value of diversity and inclusion to you personally and to the business.
Be brave in pointing out to others when you feel that they are acting on inaccurate assumptions.
Encourage others to speak up and express their opinions.
Actively seek out a wide variety of viewpoints.
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Flex your communication style to be effective with a variety of people.
Get to know others and their background, experiences, and goals.
Give someone who has struggled in the past a chance to improve and develop.
Invite someone different from you (in background, skills, style, etc.) to work with you on a project.
Ensure that different experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives are leveraged appropriately.
Demonstrate respectful, appreciative behaviors with everyone in all situations.
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Encourage others to be courageous and share their truth with you.
Stretch your comfort zone to talk about differences with others.
Risk vulnerability to show more of your true self to others at work.
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Ask yourself how it might feel being on the receiving end of your behavior.
Ask others for feedback on how your behavior is perceived.
Pause before acting or reacting to become fully present and conscious of your reactions.
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Ask what the other person would do.
Believe that the other person’s perspective, feelings, and experience are as real and true as your own.
Actively listen to what is spoken and communicated through non-verbal behaviors.
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If you would like to speak to a DE&I expert about how you can help leaders across your organization become more inclusive, please contact us.
If you would like to speak to a DE&I expert about how you can help leaders across your organization become more inclusive, please contact us.
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I am accurate when reading other people’s emotions.
In turbulent times, I show great interest in understanding the difficulties others face.
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I try to see issues from the points of view of all people involved.
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