As complaints about ill effects fuel criticism of diversity, equity, and inclusion—and companies “rebrand” their efforts to render them less obtrusive—is DEI destined to follow ESG in becoming the “latest dirty word in corporate America”? The post Detoxifying DEI: How to Clean Up the Reality and Perception of DEI first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
The rise of AI has proven to be a watershed moment in history, with countless arguments for and against its use in practically every industry and use case conceivable. With generative AI receiving the majority of the public’s attention, writers and other creatives have been especially vocal about the risks of AI being used to supplant their […] The post In The Age Of AI, Critical Thinking Is More Needed Than Ever first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
It is said that a leader’s effectiveness comes down to their behavior. But what leaders value can be as important. After all, behavior is often a means to an end. The post From Citi To Meta, Companies Cutting Manager Roles Need A New Management Model first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
It is said that a leader’s effectiveness comes down to their behavior. But what leaders value can be as important. After all, behavior is often a means to an end.| Ethical Systems
Detoxifying DEI: As complaints about ill effects fuel criticism of diversity, equity, and inclusion—and companies “rebrand” their efforts to render them less obtrusive—is DEI destined to follow ESG in becoming the “latest dirty word in corporate America”?| Ethical Systems
The rise of AI has proven to be a watershed moment in history, with countless arguments for and against its use in practically every industry and use case conceivable. With generative AI receiving the majority of the public’s attention, writers and other creatives have been especially vocal about the risks of AI being used to supplant their| Ethical Systems
Learn about the individual psychology behind ethical behaviour, some of the issues impacting ethical systems and specific considerations for professional accountants and their teams to improve ethical behaviour. The post Navigating Ethical Systems: How professional accountants can drive ethical behaviour first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
Is DEI a long-overdue solution for centuries of prejudice or a diabolical power grab by underqualified progressives? Is it a way to enable a more empowered and effective generation of corporate leaders or a way to define and categorize human beings in limited, simplistic, social identity categories? No one agrees, but everyone is sure they […] The post Rethinking DEI in an Era of Outrage first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
Approaching opposing views with empathy and effort can increase civility and understanding, leading to reduced tensions in the workplace. The post Good vs. Good: Using Empathy and Effort to Grasp Opposing Views first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
In Part 1 of this two-part series, I wrote about identifying and removing toxic elements from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. However, it isn’t just DEI’s combative issues or toxic approaches that can be problematic. Crudely spotlighting diversity and asking employees to take part in the process of enhancing it can cause threats to safety . . . The post Advancing DEI With More Psychological Safety and Authenticity first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
In an increasingly unstable and polarized world, far too many governments are unwilling or unable to protect their own people, undermining core human rights. As a result, global companies are being pressed to assume greater responsibility for protecting these rights. Here are four areas relating to human rights where corporate leaders need to focus attention […] The post Where Business Needs To Step Up On Human Rights In 2024 first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
Discussions on diversity in the workplace can be heated and contentious. All too often, we see attitudes toward diversity in the workplace shift like a pendulum, as the explosion in corporate DEI efforts that began in 2020 has changed dramatically to groups pushing against corporate investment in DEI initiatives. Over the past year, scores of companies have slashed […] The post One More Time: Why Diversity Leads To Better Team Performance first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
Dear Friends, We have some devastating news. Earlier this month, Ethical Systems lost our beloved colleague Noel Boyland to a heart attack. Noel was our corporate engagement director and a dear friend—to us, and to many within the wider Ethical Systems network. His good nature was infectious and lives on in our memories. Below, we […] The post In Memory of Noel Boyland first appeared on Ethical Systems.| Ethical Systems
