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Explore our recent blog posts below where we communicate pertinent information on common diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) topics.
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Abbey Salvas
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Re-naming DEI: Focus on the Work, Not What It's Called
In the wake of legislative attacks against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, many organizations were faced with...
Abbey Salvas
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Beyond the Numbers: Harnessing Hidden Insights in 3 Sources of DEI Data You Should be Collecting
As organizations seek to improve their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, they often face challenges in determining where to...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Feb 13, 20243 min read
Being Well over Doing Well: 3 Ways to Spread Wellness at Work
I had the pleasure of interviewing Jen Murray, founder and CEO of High Vibe Healing Collective, for an episode of our livestream video...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Jan 10, 20243 min read
Building Knowledge to Bridge Gaps: 3 Ways to Use Cultural Intelligence to Improve DEI
I had the pleasure of speaking with Lori McDaniels, a cultural intelligence facilitator, for an episode of our livestream video series,...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Dec 14, 20233 min read
Remote Work's Hidden Superpower: Fostering a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce
In recent years, following the move to fully remote work for some organizations during the COVID-19 pandemic, most organizations are...
Sertrice Shipley, M.S.
Oct 9, 20233 min read
Leading Inclusively: How Senior Leaders Foster Inclusion through Respect
I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Gena Cox recently about her background and her book, Leading Inclusion, and how she uses research...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Oct 8, 20232 min read
The Importance of Self-Disclosure in Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Efforts
Let’s talk about the role of disclosure in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). DEI rhetoric often focuses on authenticity, a term...
Abbey Salvas
Sep 17, 20233 min read
Gaining Buy-In From the Top: 3 Ways to Convince Executives to Invest in DEI
Beginning an organizational journey to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace can be challenging. Often one of the biggest...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Sep 16, 20232 min read
Is Inclusion a Feeling, Behavior, or Culture? (Hint: It's not all three)
Recently, I conducted a quick poll on LinkedIn, asking people how they define inclusion. Here at Mattingly, we have strong opinions about...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Sep 7, 20233 min read
Inclusion around the World: 4 Ways to Take a Global Approach to DEI
I had a great conversation with Malcolm Bates for an episode of our livestream video series, Better Humans @ Work (BH@W). Malcolm is the...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Aug 31, 20233 min read
How Do You Assess the Impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs?
One of the biggest challenges individuals face when they start efforts to improve their organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion...
Anthony Roberson
Aug 22, 20235 min read
DEI, Politics, and Meritocracy
It is no secret that there is a great political divide today in the US and through many parts of the world. Research suggests that this...
Dr. Victoria Mattingly
Aug 9, 20233 min read
3 Ways to Measure the Effectiveness of Your DEI Training
I had the honor of speaking with Dr. Eric Surface for an episode of our live-stream video series, Better Humans @ Work (BH@W). Eric is a...
Abbey Salvas
Jun 26, 20232 min read
What Exactly is Belonging?
When we talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion, the outcome that is of primary interest to us is belonging. But what is belonging?...
Abbey Salvas
Jun 23, 20232 min read
Beyond Accommodations: Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace
One of the many ways our workplaces need to meet the needs of our employees is by creating inclusive environments for neurodiversity. One...
Anthony Roberson
Jun 12, 20235 min read
The 7 Reasons Your DEI Initiatives Might Fail
Whenever an organization is making an investment, including in their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, there is always a...
Abbey Salvas
Jun 12, 20233 min read
7 Key Components of an Effective DEI Strategy
As organizations are developing or adapting their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy, they are often stumped with some...
Abbey Salvas
Jun 12, 20233 min read
Having Conversations with DEI Skeptics
One of the hardest parts of gaining commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in organizations is convincing those who...
Abbey Salvas
May 31, 20233 min read
Practicing What You Preach This Pride Month
June is recognized as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, or a month for celebration and advocacy for individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community as well...
Abbey Salvas
May 17, 20233 min read
What is the MIBA?: A Case Study on Measuring Inclusion and Belonging
Mattingly Solutions prides itself on providing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) solutions grounded in measurement. A core example...
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