I think diversity hiring has received a bad rap.  Is it because people think that there are no diverse candidates who have particular skill sets?  Is it that somehow the powers that be collectively believe that diversity hiring somehow means lack of quality? I struggle with those types of misconceptions on a daily basis, yet I regularly meet those diverse individuals who don’t get the opportunity to showcase their skills.

Diversity hiring is simple really… It’s being strategic, multi-layered, thoughtful, and intentional about building high performing diverse teams and leveraging their talent to take your organization to the next level.  The key to success lies in cultivating and building a diverse candidate pool…and that should not be a surprise. How do you achieve that? I’ll tell you where to start next issue.

What is your opinion on the topic? I would love to hear your thoughts!