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Why Hire for Diversity?   Hiring for diversity is critical for any organization. Different opinions, areas of expertise, experiences, and backgrounds bring together a unique set of ideas, knowledge, and perspectives which result in the sum of the parts being greater than the whole.  Diversity is your organization's superpower, as it can lead to more innovation, economic success, and help build a more...

Walking the Talk By Joe Rios Ph.D. Hiring for diversity starts in the mirror. Organizations need to be reflective of the potential employees they hope to attract. It requires a commitment from the institution to make sure that diverse talent feels welcome, accepted and able to grow professionally within the organization.  This starts with ensuring the institution is a place where everyone can thrive. In order to do this, it...

By Joe Rios Ph.D. Retention and inclusion go hand in hand. When we include everyone in our activities, we are able to retain more people in the long run. But what does it mean to be inclusive? We need to put in the effort to make sure everyone feels welcome and included. This needs to be an authentic effort on our part, not something that is done in a pro forma manner.  It serves us to be intentional in our actions, and make sure...