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Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

According to research by McKinsey, companies with low rates of gender and racial diversity are 29% more likely to be less profitable than their more inclusive competitors. Similarly, companies with higher gender diversity on executive teams have a 21% likelihood of outperforming companies that scored low on gender diversity. The business case for having an inclusive culture is clear. Greater diversity among executive teams perform better. Businesses with stronger commitments to diversity are also more likely to attract top talent and improve customer and employee satisfaction. ...

Inclusivity at SCB good for business

For Standard Chartered Bank (SCB), hiring people with disabilities is more of a business decision than a CSR initiative, writes Jolene Otremba. ...

Perseverance sees beyond limitations

Finding a job in Hong Kong has never been easy for Jack Liu, writes Jolene Otremba. ...

Able and willing

Lack of inclusive policies means firms are missing out on top talent, reports Jolene Otremba. ...

Captain crusader

A spinal injury has not crippled Ajmal Samuel’s inclusive dreams, reports Jolene Otremba. ...

Women at work: family kitchen versus corner office

Like dozens of other American middle-class working mothers interviewed about their work and family lives, Sara Uttech of Wisconsin finds climbing a career ladder less of a concern than finding a position that offers paid sick leave, flexible scheduling or even the opportunity to work fewer hours ...