Worklife with Adam Grant How to Build an Inclusive Workplace
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Apr 20, 2021 
John Amaechi, a bestselling author and CEO, sheds light on creating inclusive workplaces, especially in the wake of systemic biases. He discusses the importance of acknowledging privilege and the responsibility to confront biases, drawing from personal experiences. The conversation highlights the notion that workplace culture is defined by the worst behaviors tolerated. With expert insights, Amaechi advocates for collective action and leadership accountability in fostering true inclusivity, challenging listeners to reflect on their own biases and the structures in their organizations.
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Racial Profiling
- John Amaechi, despite his accomplishments, experiences regular stop-and-searches due to racial profiling.
- He consciously modifies his behavior, even avoiding wearing a hood, to mitigate these negative interactions.
Embrace the Wince
- Acknowledge "wince moments," those uncomfortable instances revealing your biases.
- Don't dismiss them with guilt; instead, use them as opportunities for learning and increased vigilance.
Bias in Action
- Despite working in diversity and inclusion, John Amaechi still experiences unconscious bias.
- He assumed a surgeon with questionable conduct was male, despite knowing most surgeons at the hospital were women.