Robin Ely, Dina Gerdeman
When they talk about what it takes to be successful, managers will often say, “I know it when I see it.” What they’re really saying is, “I recognize the qualities I value, which just so happen to be the qualities I have.” The organization’s norms, processes, and interactions are structured to give those who “have it” opportunities to demonstrate their talents and advance accordingly. But … [ Read more ]
Content: Quotation | Authors: Dina Gerdeman, Robin Ely | Source: “Harvard Business School (HBS) Working Knowledge” | Subjects: Human Resources, Organizational Behavior
Who Has Potential? For White Men, It’s Usually Other White Men
Companies struggling to build diverse, inclusive workplaces need to break the cycle of “sameness” that prevents some employees from getting an equal shot at succeeding.
Content: Article | Authors: Dina Gerdeman, Robin Ely | Source: “Harvard Business School (HBS) Working Knowledge” | Subject: Organizational Behavior