EP75: 5 Ways to Create an Inclusive LGBTQ Workplace

EP75: 5 Ways to Create an Inclusive LGBTQ Workplace

Hello Chit Chatters!

Welcome back to another episode of Coaching For Millennials! In this episode we’re continuing with our theme of PRIDE since it is pride month, but more importantly I want to dive deeper into the elements of inclusion and create awareness around the space of inclusion in the workplace for LGBTQ people. 

I recently completed a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workplace Certification through the University of South Florida at the Muma College of Business. I learned so much in the short timeframe and although I have been active in doing toe DEI work, the more we are able to learn from each other and hear different perspectives, the awareness we can create in the spaces for others. 

I mention the certification program for a few reasons. 1. I am proud to have participated in the program and to have shared it with so many people who benefited from participating in it. 2. One of the topics discussed in the program that is important to creating an inclusive workplace is Emotional Intelligence. 

Now, we’ve talked about Emotional Intelligence a lot here on the show and we have a few episodes in season one where I have a few guests that shared their expertise on the topic, but for the purpose of this episode, I highlighted 4 areas of emotional intelligence I felt were most relevant to rolling up your sleeves and creating the space around emotional intelligence to then have a workplace that is more inclusive. 

Here are the 4 elements around Emotional Intelligence:

1. Self-Awareness
2. Social Awareness
3. Self-Management
4. Relationship Management

You can find more details on each of these at:

https://positivepsychology.com/emotional-intelligence-framworks

Moving along, you can hear all of my thoughts, experiences and opinions on how to create a space that is inclusive of emotional intelligence in the episode. Let’s dive into the 5 ways to make the workplace more inclusive for LGBTQ folks

1. Have Self-Awareness & Social Awareness
2. Educate Yourself
3. Don’t Be Afraid To Ask Questions OR Make Mistakes
4. Ask About Pronouns & Preferred Name
5. Show Up: Be an Ally and Create a Community for LBGTQ People

I also reference my good friend Dr. Steve Yacovelli aka The Gay Leadership Dude to learn more about his research, practice and book called “Pride Leadership”. He is a true testament to someone who is not only part of the LGBTQ community, but also a teacher and mentor. 

Steve was also on the podcast back in Season 1, Episode 39 if you want to hear about our conversation on leadership, inclusion and more! 

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