Diversity The Workplace
Diversity in the workplace is more than trust and respect; it is about the benefits that all will achieve by being united (Bethel, 2016). Truly, the United States of America is the melting pot of the world and its culture is extremely diverse. Ultimately, this diversity has caused cultural sensitivity in most organizations. Whereas, leadership “must be patient, understanding, willing to learn, and flexible” (Manning & Curtis, 2012, p. 279).
Why would an organization choose a diverse workforce? Indeed, the benefits of diversity are great, which consist of:
Workforce creativity
Depth of knowledge and skill
Unique decision making
Variety of service
Unique employee population (Bethel, 2016).
Commonly, organizations will choose its leadership …show more content…
Thus, the for profit organizations of The Kroger Company, Publix, and Fred Meyer grocery stores each discuss variety. The Kroger Company says, “Reflecting a workplace that includes a variety of people from different backgrounds and cultures, diversity of opinions and thoughts” (Kroger, n.d., para. 1). Publix says, “Variety makes everything better” (Publix, 2014, para. 1). Fred Meyer says, “Inclusion means leveraging diversity to add measurable value to organizational performance. An inclusive work culture welcomes individual differences, gives equal access to opportunities and information, supports involvement and makes people feel comfortable and respected” (Fred Meyer, 2016, para. 6). Whereas, the non-profit organizations of The Red Cross and United Way discuss delivering diversity. The American Red Cross says, “The American Red Cross will consistently deliver its products, goods, and services in a cultural competent manner” (Diversity, 2016, para. 3). United Way says, “We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our communities. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values” (United Way, 2013, para. …show more content…
While each organization had a good mixture of men to women, there was little evidence of racial, generational, or cultural diversity. Indeed, each organization has probably made great strides to improving the diversity in their respective organization, they still have a way to go. Certainly, it appears women have been afforded greater opportunities than in the past; there is still a divide in equality. According to CNN Money, only 14.2% of the top leadership positions in the S&P 500 corporations are held by women
Why would an organization choose a diverse workforce? Indeed, the benefits of diversity are great, which consist of:
Workforce creativity
Depth of knowledge and skill
Unique decision making
Variety of service
Unique employee population (Bethel, 2016).
Commonly, organizations will choose its leadership …show more content…
Thus, the for profit organizations of The Kroger Company, Publix, and Fred Meyer grocery stores each discuss variety. The Kroger Company says, “Reflecting a workplace that includes a variety of people from different backgrounds and cultures, diversity of opinions and thoughts” (Kroger, n.d., para. 1). Publix says, “Variety makes everything better” (Publix, 2014, para. 1). Fred Meyer says, “Inclusion means leveraging diversity to add measurable value to organizational performance. An inclusive work culture welcomes individual differences, gives equal access to opportunities and information, supports involvement and makes people feel comfortable and respected” (Fred Meyer, 2016, para. 6). Whereas, the non-profit organizations of The Red Cross and United Way discuss delivering diversity. The American Red Cross says, “The American Red Cross will consistently deliver its products, goods, and services in a cultural competent manner” (Diversity, 2016, para. 3). United Way says, “We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our communities. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values” (United Way, 2013, para. …show more content…
While each organization had a good mixture of men to women, there was little evidence of racial, generational, or cultural diversity. Indeed, each organization has probably made great strides to improving the diversity in their respective organization, they still have a way to go. Certainly, it appears women have been afforded greater opportunities than in the past; there is still a divide in equality. According to CNN Money, only 14.2% of the top leadership positions in the S&P 500 corporations are held by women