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5 Easy Ways to Show Respect for Trans People [493 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. You don’t need to understand someone to show respect for them. Respect can be defined as “to feel or show polite or courteous responses to the wishes or judgments of others.” For trans and nonbinary individuals, respect means…

Amy C. Waninger

discrimination, diversity and inclusion, gender identity, trans inclusion
Disrupt the Gender Binary in 5 Simple Steps [294 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. What does “gender binary” mean? The term “gender binary” refers to the either/or view that people, traits, or behaviors are innately male or innately female, with no gray area in between. Gender binary constraints limit everyone’s ability to…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity and inclusion, gender, gender identity, inclusive leadership, trans inclusion
7 Questions Not to Ask Trans People [239 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. 7 Questions Not to Ask Trans People…And What to Ask Instead Many people are unsure how to respond when someone comes out as transgender. Here are some questions to avoid, and some better alternatives. (1) If you’re not…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity and inclusion, gender identity, inclusive leadership, trans inclusion
Gender Identity: 10 words to use and 5 to avoid [333 words]

For those unfamiliar with gender identity concepts, here’s a quick vocabulary lesson. Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. Gender Identity – Basic Terminology Assigned gender – the gender initially proclaimed at an individual’s birth (typically male, female, or intersex) Gender identity – the gender…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, inclusion, inclusive leadership, lgbt, lgbtq, lgbtqia, pride, pride month
Trans Issues: 9 Startling Statistics [213 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. Why Trans People Need Allies, By the Numbers There are an estimated 1.4 million transgender adults in the United States (source: UCLA Williams Institute). While there are no official records, independent studies have estimated anywhere from 2,150 to…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity and inclusion, gender identity, inclusive leadership, lgbtqia, trans inclusion
4 Reasons to Join an Employee Resource Group [570 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. Why Should You Join an Employee Resource Group? Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide immeasurable benefits to diverse employees and their allies. This short article explores four reasons to join an ERG. 1. Professional development opportunities As companies seek…

Amy C. Waninger

culture, diversity and inclusion, employee resource groups, inclusive leadership
Employee Resource Groups: 4 Benefits for Companies [619 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. 4 Ways Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) Benefit Companies 1. Finding and attracting diverse talent There is a significant talent shortage in many industries. Many companies have aggressive recruiting goals they are struggling to meet. These companies may be…

Amy C. Waninger

culture, diversity and inclusion, employee resource groups, inclusive leadership
3 Simple Steps to Being an Ally for the Trans Community [301 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. Being an ally is simple, but it doesn’t happen by chance. Educate yourself by reading memoirs by or biographies and articles about trans people. Some accessible trans authors and icons I’ve learned about include: Jennifer Finney Boylan is an…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, inclusion, inclusive leadership, lgbt, lgbtq, lgbtqia, pride, pride month
Gender Identity: A Primer for People Who Just Don’t Get It [1646 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. Gender identity conversations used to leave me confused and uncomfortable. I had nevertheless tried to raise my children (both boys at that time) with a conscious rejection of traditional gender stereotypes. For example, my oldest son got dolls…

Amy C. Waninger

ally, diversity, gender, gender identity, inclusion, inclusive leadership, lgbt, lgbtq, lgbtqia, pride, pride month, trans
My First Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) Conference [733 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. I just returned from the Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA) conference. It was an incredible event, and so valuable for me. If you were in any way affiliated with this conference, or if you have ever included someone who…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, inclusion, inclusive leadership, lgbt, lgbtq, lgbtqia, pride, pride month
Affinity Bias, In-Groups, and Privilege at Work [1265 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. Each of us needs to understand why our professional networks lack diversity by default and why we should change our default settings. I’ve already covered unconscious bias and what to do about it. This article explores the concepts of affinity bias,…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity and inclusion, inclusive leadership, privilege, unconscious bias
Management Experience Paradox: Secrets for Your Next Promotion [934 words]

“Management Experience Required”? Are you interested in moving into your first management role? You have probably noticed that most management positions require previous management experience. How can you get that experience without getting the job, and vice versa? Understanding Management and Leadership Before you apply for a management role, take…

Amy C. Waninger

career, growth mindset, leadership development
Abolishing ERGs: A teachable moment from Deloitte? [1559 words]

My social media feeds are all abuzz with the news of Deloitte replacing its Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) with “inclusion panels.” The move reportedly seeks to address the concerns of Millennials who have a much different view of diversity issues than Gen Xers and Boomers. And then there was the…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, ERGs, inclusion
Network Like a CHAMP: Meerkats and Mountain Guides [1392 words]

Author’s note: This article is adapted from my book, Network Beyond Bias. In this series, learn the five critical connections you need to maintain for growing your career, your CHAMP network. CHAMP is an acronym that stands for Customer, Hire, Associate, Mentor, Protege. Part 1 provided an overview and outlined Customer and Hire networks. [Read more…]…

Amy C. Waninger

career, mentor, mentoring, network, networking
Network Like a CHAMP: 5 Critical Connections [971 words]

Professional networking is essential for the longevity of your career and your company. Yet, many people cringe when the subject of networking comes up. If you are new to networking, you may have no idea where to begin. My advice is to start building strong relationships with the people closest…

Amy C. Waninger

career, customer service, hiring, networking, recruiting, referrals
Employee Resource Groups: What You Need to Know [1229 words]

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are typically designed to help employees connect with one another. There are many other benefits for companies and employees.

Amy C. Waninger

ally, career, diversity, leadership, mentoring, professional women, unconscious bias
Résumé Tips for Entry-Level Jobs [718 words]

Almost everyone dreads compiling a résumé and searching for job. If you’re new to the workforce, try these strategies to market yourself as a professional.

Amy C. Waninger

career, job search
Unconscious Bias: Break out in 3 simple steps [467 words]

If you have ever taken an Implicit Association Test (see post: Our Brains Are Biased), you may have been surprised by your own unconscious bias. I know the first time I took one of these tests, I was pretty taken aback. Want to learn more? Check out our self-paced online…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, growth mindset, inclusion, mindfulness, unconscious bias
Résumé Need a Boost? Start with Non-stop Learning [797 words]

Follow these résumé tips if you want to: take on additional responsibility at work; compete for a promotion; apply to your first management job; change careers, companies, or industries; or enter the job market for the first time or after an extended leave

Amy C. Waninger

career
#whatimreading Big Data by Bernard Marr [181 words]

Big Data: Using SMART Big Data, Analytics and Metrics To Make Better Decisions and Improve Performance seems to be less about data and analytics and more about providing structure to strategic planning and operations management. Marr’s “SMART” process is the crux of his text, and mirrors the measure-manage-optimize process I’ve…

Amy C. Waninger

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