Best of the Increase Diversity Newsletter Part XII

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It is hard to believe we are already in the month of June. Time is flying by! Team JTC has been up to some pretty exciting things.

April was a big month for us. We officially announced the winners of our first-ever inaugural Increase Diversity Awards. We recognized workplaces moving the needle to increase diversity and promote a culture of inclusion AND individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds who bet on themselves daily while journeying to the top of their profession - both inside and outside of the workplace.

I also recently had the joy of collaborating with Audible.com to develop an Audible Original called The Essential Guide to the Perfect Interview. What I loved so much about creating this audiobook was that I got to build a bridge between job seekers and recruiters, two populations that Team JTC are passionate about supporting.

As if that is not enough for the month of April, to top it all off, I signed with McGraw-Hill to publish a book that will force us ALL to genuinely look within and all around to answer one very important question, "WHO IS QUALIFIED?".

Then in May, we had the pleasure of certifying another group of Qualified Diversity Recruiters. There are not enough words to express the joy that this brings to Team JTC. We love creating safe, inclusive learning spaces for people to come and learn how to effectively increase diversity.

Staying true to our tradition, for this week, I am doing a “best of” newsletter, where I’ll be sharing some of the most memorable quotes from our recently published articles. It gives a little taste of what I have been publishing lately.

Happy reading!

Quote #1:

“Recruiters are accountable for increasing diversity within the candidate pool, while hiring managers are accountable for the final selection decision - which impacts the level of diversity within your workplace.” Read more here: Why Bold Commitments to Increase Diversity Fall Short: 3 Tips from a Recruiting Expert

Quote #2:

“We help organizations effectively increase diversity without doing harm.” Read more here: In Diversity Recruiting, Remember to First, Do No Harm

Quote #3:

“Celebrating diversity is not just about being politically correct, mixing in the mob, or checking a box. It’s about seeking a more representative society in all spheres of life where everyone has access and opportunity to achieve.” Read more here: What STILL Needs to be Done to Increase Diversity GLOBALLY

Quote #4:

“Do not enter an interview before you know your value.” Read more here: The Essential Guide to the Perfect Interview

Quote #5:

“This so-called “motherhood penalty” unfortunately persists in the US, and the term captures how having children leads to a significant drop in labor market participation and earnings for women, but not for men.” Read more here: Are You Considering Working Moms in Workplace Representation?

Quote #6:

“The truth is that great interviewers are not born; they’re created. It’s a skill that’s honed and refined over time and one that requires proper training.” Read more here: 3 Components to Building a Winning Interview Team in Diversity Recruitment

Quote #7:

“Identifying bias can be perceived as a company risk, and many workplaces would rather keep their “head in the sand” than use data to find the bias leading to their leaky talent pipeline.” Read more here: The Diversity Recruiting Dilemma: Balancing Risk and Employee Well-being

Quote #8:

“ERGs are an amazing resource for connecting employees who share common interests or backgrounds, providing mentorship opportunities, and creating a sense of community within your organization. And when paired with recruiters who are dedicated to sourcing a diverse group of candidates, they can become a powerful force for increasing diversity at every level.” Read more here: Partnering With Workplace Employee Resource Groups to Increase Diversity

Quote #9:

“Recent research has found that on average, LGBTQ+ employees earn only $0.90 for every dollar non-LGBTQ+ employees make.” Read more here: Key Issues That Define the Hiring Obstacle Course for LGBTQ+ Workers in the US

If you are looking for more inspiration, make sure to check out our previous “Best of” newsletter editions in the Increase Diversity Newsletter:

Edition 1 | Edition 2 | Edition 3 | Edition 4 | Edition 5