Base Camp - A Corporate Sherpas Podcast

The Problem With Diversity: The Hidden Forces Shaping Engagement, Retention and Productivity

Season 1 Episode 7

This week the Sherpas unpack the hidden factors impacting performance in diverse environments. We know diversity is important, but how do you navigate the complexity that it brings?

In this episode, we break down complex contexts leaders face and how sensemaking can help navigate adaptive problems. Discover the impact of unconscious biases, stereotypes, and microaggressions on performance and learn practical tools to help elevate performance, despite having these biases. This insightful discussion offers actionable strategies to help leaders harness the full potential of their diverse teams and achieve better personal and business outcomes.

Show notes: 

The amygdala and how our internal narrative impacts performance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1v6rUZIliT9E1nP4ATDbrN?si=b148144ec07549a3

Managing an abundance mindset of stress: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nMBSllYdzskxNw0IO5t5O?si=130455e9332643a5

WISE Feedback, David Yeager et al. : https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/xge-a0033906.pdf

deBono’s 6 thinking hats: https://www.debonogroup.com/services/core-programs/six-thinking-hats/

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