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Trust Repair For Leaders (Part 3): Notice

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This important element of trust requires us to "seek out and listen to diverse perspectives - every voice can matter." (TAP Trust Repair Part 3 includes strategies for overcoming a third area the Trust Alliance found to be a common problem - Notice. TAP Principles, Trust Across America Trust Alliance).

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The Trouble With Certainty

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It evokes images of an iron fist pounding on a desk, not a leader who enjoys "working beside" a talented and diverse team. Being certain carries with it the connotation of not engaging others in the conversation and using one-way communication.

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Differences or Inclusion – Which Are We Focusing On?

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Diversity can be Divisive When we talk about diversity, we are noticing differences. Diversity is about having different types of employees, right? Managing diversity without inclusion as the ultimate goal can make a big difference in the way employees experience our organization. It is a good thing. But it's not enough.

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How Do You Make Better Decisions?

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Do you consult a diverse group of advisors? By Linda Fisher Thornton. How do you make decisions? Do you consider a series of important questions? Do you find out the needs of the people involved? Or do you just wing it?

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Complexity, Creativity and Collaboration

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Diversity of Ideas Provides Perspective When dealing with complexity, we need fresh thinking. We need to listen to all ideas that may help, regardless of where they come from in the organization. That involves giving up the notion that we are "right.".

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Honoring Human Rights is Essential

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In their article The Moral Foundations of Ethical Leadership in the Values Based Leadership Journal, Hester and Killian remind us that “morality is inclusive, emphasizing human rights and dignity, respectful of diversity.” ” Addressing Human Rights Risks [.].

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Understanding Leader Bias: 5 Sources

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Worforce Diversity Networ. 5 Sources for Understanding and Avoiding Leader Bias 1. The Vision Renewal Process: How to Achieve Bias-Free Leadership" Sondra Thiederman, Ph.D.

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