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Following the publication of my two-part series on inclusive leadership a few weeks ago, I received many comments and feedback over social media about the ideas shared in this roadmap. It even led me to take part this coming Saturday in Medium Day, a free virtual conference at the cutting edge of tech, business, culture, and creativity, where I’ll be discussing this very concept.
In this talk, you’ll hear me say that inclusive leadership isn’t just about recognizing and acknowledging diversity. It’s also about celebrating and embracing its very concept! Now, some people would have you believe that dealing with disability is all about meeting some legal requirements or ticking a box. But let me tell you, my friends; it’s so much more than that!
You see, disabilities affect not just a small group of people, but a rich and intricate fabric of our society. Age, circumstances, and life’s twists and turns bring unique challenges that many of us encounter. And these challenges touch the lives of up to 40% of our population when you account for both disabled people and seniors.
That’s right! A whopping 40%! It’s not about catering to the minority; it’s about connecting with a significant part of our workforce and our society. And when we connect, we’re not just making good business sense; we’re building…