<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the &lt;em&gt;Playbook for Performance&lt;/em&gt; podcast, host Shawna Corden dives into the vital topic of diversity and inclusion within teams. While this subject may seem over-discussed, Shawna brings a fresh perspective, sharing why diversity isn't just a buzzword but a critical driver for innovation, creativity, and effective decision-making.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;1. &lt;strong&gt;Diversity in Teams:&lt;/strong&gt; The importance of having diverse backgrounds and experiences in teams to foster innovative problem-solving.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;2. &lt;strong&gt;Mastermind Groups:&lt;/strong&gt; How diversity within mastermind groups can enhance personal and professional development.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;3. &lt;strong&gt;Inclusion:&lt;/strong&gt; Inclusion goes beyond just inviting someone to the table; it’s about ensuring they are prepared, confident, and able to contribute meaningfully.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;4. &lt;strong&gt;Practical Tips:&lt;/strong&gt; Role-playing, forming a personal board of directors, and engaging in "immersion therapy" to broaden perspectives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;5. &lt;strong&gt;Bias Awareness:&lt;/strong&gt; The value of understanding personal biases and how they can impact decision-making.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;6. &lt;strong&gt;Supporting Diversity:&lt;/strong&gt; How to prepare and support diverse candidates for success within your organization.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Shawna:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Website: shawnacorden.com&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;https://www.youtube.com/@shawnacorden&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Email: podcast@shawnacorden.com&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Instagram: @playbookforperformance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Next Episode Preview: &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Tune in next week as we explore team-building strategies that strengthen cohesion and upgrade team skills.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Special Announcement:&lt;/strong&gt; Shawna is developing an app to improve resilience and is seeking beta testers. If you’re interested, email podcast@shawnacorden.com with "beta tester" in the subject line.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Playbook For Performance

Shawna Corden

The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Team Coaching

AUG 14, 202432 MIN
Playbook For Performance

The Power of Diversity and Inclusion in Team Coaching

AUG 14, 202432 MIN

Description

In this episode of the Playbook for Performance podcast, host Shawna Corden dives into the vital topic of diversity and inclusion within teams. While this subject may seem over-discussed, Shawna brings a fresh perspective, sharing why diversity isn't just a buzzword but a critical driver for innovation, creativity, and effective decision-making.

Key takeaways:

1. Diversity in Teams: The importance of having diverse backgrounds and experiences in teams to foster innovative problem-solving.


2. Mastermind Groups: How diversity within mastermind groups can enhance personal and professional development.


3. Inclusion: Inclusion goes beyond just inviting someone to the table; it’s about ensuring they are prepared, confident, and able to contribute meaningfully.


4. Practical Tips: Role-playing, forming a personal board of directors, and engaging in "immersion therapy" to broaden perspectives.


5. Bias Awareness: The value of understanding personal biases and how they can impact decision-making.


6. Supporting Diversity: How to prepare and support diverse candidates for success within your organization.


Connect with Shawna:

  • Website: shawnacorden.com


  • https://www.youtube.com/@shawnacorden




  • Instagram: @playbookforperformance


Next Episode Preview:


Tune in next week as we explore team-building strategies that strengthen cohesion and upgrade team skills.


Special Announcement: Shawna is developing an app to improve resilience and is seeking beta testers. If you’re interested, email [email protected] with "beta tester" in the subject line.