Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Notice who’s missing Last week, Jann Wenner, co-founder of Rolling Stone magazine and author of the upcoming book The Masters, made disparaging remarks about women and Black musicians. As CNN reported, Wenner featured only white male musicians in his book, explaining in an interview with the New York Times:

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Demystify career development A new report from Reboot Representation, McKinsey, and Pivotal Ventures explores effective strategies to be more inclusive of Black, Latina, and Native American (BLNA) women in technical roles. Given the rising number of computing degrees awarded to BLNA women, there’s more opportunity to hire them. …

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Support Jewish coworkers Last weekend, multiple neo-Nazi groups demonstrated in Florida, carrying antisemitic signs, waving swastika flags, and chanting threats such as “Jews get the rope.” Sadly, hate acts against Jewish people are increasing in the U.S. A report released earlier this year by the Anti-Defamation League found the number of incidents has…

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Show solidarity There have been new twists in the “kiss seen round the world” at the Women’s World Cup medal ceremony. After his initial half-hearted apology, Luis Rubiales is now claiming he’s the victim of a hunt led by “false feminists.” The Spanish soccer federation has threatened to take legal action against…

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Look out for DARVO Imagine you’re a male investor who decides against funding a startup. After receiving your message, the founder responds, “Thanks for letting me know.” Now imagine you’re a woman investor who makes the same decision. Would you expect to receive a similar message back from that same founder? Maybe, but that’s…

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Disrupt meeting derailers If you attend meetings, chances are you’ve seen people who ask off-topic questions to test the presenter, undermine their credibility, and try to make themselves look smart in the process. …

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Diversify your network Diversifying our network is one of the simplest things we can do on the journey to be better allies. Invite that new hire who’s from an underrepresented identity to lunch. Sign up for a random virtual coffee with coworkers using Donut or a similar app. …

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Counteract conformity Here’s an interesting twist on an old phrase: Great minds don’t think alike. I spotted it The Boldly Inclusive Leader by Minette Norman. Whether you’re new to a leadership position or looking for a refresher on best practices, check it out. …

Each week, Karen Catlin shares five simple actions to create a more inclusive workplace and be a better ally. — 1. Reflect on your “why” As Pride Month 2023 wraps up, I hope you’ll continue to take action as better allies for LGBTQ+ coworkers throughout the year. While I’ve shared many ideas in my newsletters throughout the month, I want to leave you with one final suggestion: Reflect on your “why.”