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How many of you watched the #PresidentialDebate last night? 🙋🏾♀️ What are the chances someone at your office will likely talk about it? 🗣 Many workplace employers today will attempt to keep harmony by creating policies aimed at preventing discussion of politics in the workplace. But inevitably difficult conversations arise, and the worst thing a manager can do is ignore the situation and hope for the best. 🤞🏾 At Janna Allen Hines Consulting we've developed a library of resources to help employees understand how to navigate difficult conversations in the workplace. One of those resources is our "BREAK" framework for quickly deescalating ourselves and thoughtfully responding to conflict. During this #election2024 season, I'm sure we'll all need to take a #BREAK at some point. Managers may not be able to keep political discourse from occurring, but you can prevent those conversations from undermining your team's ability to do their jobs effectively. For more info on our "BREAK" framework, and more resources for teams in the workplace, feel free to reach out. #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Consulting #Leadership #People #Culture #ConflictManagement

Access to work is a human right. Being treated fairly is a human right. Working free from bias, harassment, or discrimination is a human right. But human rights at work don’t happen by chance — they happen by design. And one of the biggest barriers? Unconscious bias. Bias shows up in hiring, onboarding, and everyday interactions. It affects who gets opportunities, who feels safe to speak up, and who thrives. But here’s the good news: we can do better. By addressing unconscious bias, businesses can build stronger, fairer, and more human workplaces where everyone can perform at their best — no matter their background. Despite the decline in human rights we see globally — in mobility, workplaces, gender-based violence, and democratic participation — I see signs of hope. People everywhere are restoring dignity through art, education, restorative democracy projects, planet diplomat missions, company-led initiatives, and more. This is the energy we need to build on. How can I support your organization? I offer keynotes, workshops, and hybrid events to guide companies in addressing unconscious bias in a practical, action-oriented way. From onboarding processes to leadership development, I support teams in embedding a human rights perspectives into their DEI efforts. Make 2025 the year your workplace becomes a model for human rights in action. Let’s connect and create better business through better bias awareness. Find this useful? Consider reposting, pls. ♻️ P.S. What’s one area in your workplace where unconscious bias needs to be addressed? #HumanRightsAtWork #UnconsciousBias #DEI #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceEquity

Inclusion builds smarter 🧠, stronger 💪 and more resilient places to work! See 10 reasons - backed by research - that these investments build more profitable, competitive businesses! Celebrating #neurodiversityweek Embrace the change! Your investors, shareholders and employees will thank you! #upliftvoices #elevatebusiness

How many of you watched the #PresidentialDebate last night? 🙋🏾♀️ What are the chances someone at your office will likely talk about it? 🗣 Many workplace employers today will attempt to keep harmony by creating policies aimed at preventing discussion of politics in the workplace. But inevitably difficult conversations arise, and the worst thing a manager can do is ignore the situation and hope for the best. 🤞🏾 At Janna Allen Hines Consulting, we've developed a library of resources to help employees understand how to navigate difficult conversations in the workplace. One of those resources is our "BREAK" framework for quickly deescalating ourselves and thoughtfully responding to conflict. During this #election2024 season, I'm sure we'll all need to take a #BREAK at some point. Managers may not be able to keep political discourse from occurring, but you can prevent those conversations from undermining your team's ability to do their jobs effectively. For more info on our "BREAK" framework, and more resources for teams in the workplace, feel free to reach out. #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Consulting #Leadership #People #Culture #ConflictManagement

🌟 Speak Up for Workplace Equity! 🌟 Everyone deserves a fair chance to succeed. Here’s how you can help: 🔍 Raise Your Voice: Speak up if you see something unfair. Your voice can help make work better for everyone. 🌱 Support Colleagues: Encourage and help your coworkers from different backgrounds. Your support can help them grow and succeed. 💡 Be an Advocate: Push for rules and programs that promote fairness. Support fair hiring, mentoring, and inclusive leadership. ✨ Lead by Example: Treat everyone with respect and fairness. Show others how to be inclusive. 🌟 Together, we can make work a place where everyone can thrive. Ready to help make a change? 💪 Follow us for more tips and join the movement for fairness at work! Let’s make a difference together! Do not forget to register for our upcoming webinar: DEI and Workplace Investigations: Preventing and Responding to Complaints with Shequille Gayle on June 12th, 2024 at 7PM. Comment DEI below and we will send you the registration link. Michelle Davis  #workplaceequity #speakup #followus #careergrowth #inclusivecareer #equalityatwork #makeadifference #DEI #workplace #investigations #inclusive #empowerment #leadwithimpact #inclusivefuture #diversity #mvdconsulting #consulting #business #growth #smallbusiness #womeninbusiness #grant #diveristy #justice #entrepreneur #ontario

Rebuilding Trust: Why Men Must Step Up in Business In today's corporate world, trust is a valuable currency. Unfortunately, men are increasingly facing a trust deficit. To regain trust, men must lead with transparency & accountability, foster inclusive & respectful work cultures, demonstrate empathy & active listening, address & prevent workplace harassment and bias By doing so, men can help restore trust and create a more equitable business environment where everyone thrives. We shall have an exclusive discussion with the Private sector as one of our activities celebrating the International Men’s Day #Men4Change

Are we slipping? What were your challenges climbing the corporate ladder? What piece of advice impacted you mostly or what advice would you give to future execs?

To truly engage each and every employee, and to help them feel validated and rewarded, organizations need to cultivate four freedoms that allow people to bring their full humanity to work. The four freedoms that generate flourishing at work are: being our authentic selves, becoming our best selves, occasionally fading into the background, and failing in ways that help us and our teams learn. #POWERinU #EMPOWER #EmployeeEngagement #PeopleDevelopment

Reclaim Your Time: Strategies for Busy Women Leaders Feeling overwhelmed and stretched thin? You’re not alone. Discover practical strategies to reclaim your time and boost productivity, so you can enjoy both work and life.