“Learning not only to identify our similarities, but also to appreciate our differences, goes a long way in establishing quality relationships.”

—-Kim Olver & Sylvester Baugh
Leveraging Diversity at Work

Do you want to create a harmonious workforce?

Do you want to reduce employee turnover?

Do you want to build the diversity in your workforce?

Do you want to learn ways to honor the diversity of your current workforce?

Have you paid a lot for diversity workshops that have been ineffective?

Dear Manager, Leaders and Administrators,

We are constantly seeking to establish comfort. When we are in a room and the temperature is too cold, we might put on an extra layer to be more comfortable. Barbara Jordan (the first black woman from the South to serve in the U.S. congress) once said, “How do we create a harmonious society out of so many kinds of people? The key is tolerance, the one value that is indispensable in creating community.” We prefer to use the word “acceptance” instead of “tolerance.” After all, who wants to merely be tolerated? When we are more accepting of others, we create an environment that is very satisfying.

The physical environment of the workplace is important. Everything from the accessories in the restroom to the pictures on the walls can affect the comfort level of an employee. Ambiance is a highly underrated aspect of the work environment. An employee who feels a sense of peace and calm when working is more likely to be effective and inspired to work harder.

The internal environment is even more important than the physical environment. By internal environment, we mean programs and strategies to help employees with issues that might affect how they perform at work. Helping employees establish and maintain a good attitude is essential. This also goes back to letting them know that you care about them and that you have their well-being in mind.

During this workshop, we will talk about concrete steps you can take to achieve the results you want. Finally, real answers to creating, managing and expanding the diverse workforce you need to succeed in today’s diverse marketplace—whether you are competing globally, nationally, regionally or in your backyard. Demographics are quickly changing. If you want to keep pace with the changing times, now is the time to take action!

Diversity from the Inside Out Workshop December 2, 2008 Prairie State College-Matteson Center Chicago, IL 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 pm CT Only $69.00

At last, discover how to create a diverse workplace that embraces diversity. Register for this workshop now and discover how creating a diverse workforce in your place of business can increase profits, reduce turnover, and create a more pleasant and productive work environment for you, your co-workers and your employees.

Here are the Benefits you can Expect from this Workshop:

	Move beyond “valuing” diversity to leveraging its power
	Get buy-in from everyone before imposing diversity initiatives
	Reduce turnover by keeping people motivated to perform
	Eliminate stagnation at entry-level positions
	Convert “equal opportunity” to an advantage at upper levels of management
	Ensure follow-through on training and program implementation

A diverse workforce is one of your greatest assets, yet precious few companies have learned to leverage its power. Beyond recruitment and hiring, many businesses fall short when it comes to retention and motivation of the diverse workforce they worked so hard to employ. For minority employees, the missing piece is often a strong sense of self and an appreciation for who they are and what they offer.

The old mentality of “us” versus “them” can be avoided and a “we” paradigm can be fashioned when respect is the motto of the workplace. I know that people can get crazy about political correctness and that is not what I’m talking about here. I’m talking about the Platinum Rule: Do unto Others as They Would Have You Do unto Them. This requires some time to learn about other’s preferences, but simply getting in the mindset of treating everyone with respect will go a long way to creating a workplace where every is comfortable and productive.

Move beyond “valuing” diversity to leveraging its power. Everyone knows that when people get along better, teamwork will be greatly enhanced. Rather than forcing relationships and spending a lot of time deciding who is correct, teams that value diversity will consider everyone’s input as valuable. All avenues will be considered and people will not argue about the righteousness of doing things a particular way because it is the “right” or “best” way or because it has always been done a certain way.

Four Reasons to take Action Right NOW:

1. No Risk! Where is the risk at $69.00 for advice from a certified Reality Therapy & Choice Theory Instructor and Leadership Coach?

2. Save Time! If you come to the realization that things may not get better by themselves, then you can take control toward creating an empowered diverse workforce and a need-satisfying work environment for yourself and your workers. Stop waiting for things to get better on their own. How long have you been waiting? How many more years are you willing to just wait?

3. Save Money! This workshop is only $69.00!

4. Watch Your Department’s Production Increase! Your workforce will be happier, less complaining and more focused on providing superior quality products and services.

If after reading this letter you still aren’t convinced, you have more questions or simply want some more information, please email Kim@Coachingforexcellence.biz or phone me at 708-957-6047. I will be happy to talk with you.
 
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