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Managing diversity acknowledges people's differences and recognizes these differences as ______.

valuable

Good management practices aim to prevent discrimination and promote ______.

inclusiveness

The need for businesses to embrace diversity means empowering ______.

people

Diversity in the workplace leads to increased ______ for organizations.

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A diverse workforce provides a larger pool of ______ and experiences.

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Companies that encourage diversity in the workplace inspire all employees to perform to their highest ______.

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Diversity is generally defined as acknowledging, understanding, accepting, valuing, and celebrating differences among people with respect to age, ______, ethnicity, gender, physical and mental ability, race, sexual orientation, spiritual practice, and status

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In diversity management, one can also come across physically handicapped or disabled ______

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Although they face a lot of discrimination due to their physical problem, physically handicapped or disabled workers have nowadays more rights and opportunities to ______

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Foreign employees might also invoke the issue of cultural diversity and ______

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When economies are in dire difficulties, new forms of employment do arise and part-timers have a key role to play in it. Their expertise and contribution plays a key role in addressing the work problem through their ______

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Introduction to Management of Workplace Diversity Gender Issues in Workplace Diversity Age Issue in Workplace Generation Issue in Workplace Diversity Diversity management is an important concept that is universally applied to the ______

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Gender equality is achieved when people are able to access and enjoy the same rewards, resources and opportunities regardless of whether they are a ______ or a ______.

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An organization comprises an array of individuals with differences in ______.

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Established organizations boast their long-term existence with a combination of both young and ______ workers.

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Older workers might have to stay longer in their organizations due to the world's population aging ______ than ever before.

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Young workers are seen as more dynamic, innovative, forward-looking, and open to ______ compared to older workers.

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In a situation of high unemployment, younger workers are given better chances to come back to work compared with the ______ ones.

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Generation X is sometimes referred to as the “middle child” between the ever popular Boomers and ______.

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Millennials thrive on new innovations and the scrappy “startup” mentality. They aim to work smarter, rather than ______—making them excellent at multitasking.

<p>harder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Generation Z was born between 1997 and 2015, the first generation to grow up in a world that is completely ______.

<p>wireless</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the best practices for approaching generational diversity? 1. Adapt your recruiting ______.

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Avoid making age-based assumptions and ______.

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Listen to your employees and find out what they ______.

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Challenges to managing ______ conflict is a natural part of this process and, as long as it is handled in a healthy way, if handled incorrectly, a company could fall apart. The managerial and psychological challenge. Managerially managing ______ is challenging because by opening ourselves and our organizations to the perspectives of individuals and groups who have had less managerial voice in the past.- Managers have to deal with different types of people and different visions. Psychologically managing ______ is challenging because of issues such as personality, perception attitudes, and values. Personality. This includes an individual's likes and dislikes, values, and beliefs. Personality is shaped early in life and is ho influenced by, and influences, the other three layers throughout one's life time and career choices. Theoretical Contributions to Diversity Management. The radical approach to promoting equal opportunities proponents of the liberal approach argued that women and men were essentially the same and that sex equality would be achieved once employment policies and procedures became identical for both sexes. GENDER ISSUES IN WORKPLACE DIVERSITY. The issue of discrimination at work is commonplace in most parts of the world. This comes quite often when women are considered as part of today's workforce. This is a sea change that has taken place worldwide seen from images from the media and activities undertaken by women.

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Managing ______ is challenging because by opening ourselves and our organizations to the perspectives of individuals and groups who have had less managerial voice in the past.

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Managing ______ is challenging because of issues such as personality, perception attitudes, and values.

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Personality. This includes an individual's likes and dislikes, values, and beliefs. Personality is shaped early in life and is influenced by, and influences, the other three layers throughout one's life time and career choices. Theoretical Contributions to ______ Management.

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The radical approach to promoting equal opportunities proponents of the liberal approach argued that women and men were essentially the same and that sex equality would be achieved once employment policies and procedures became identical for both sexes. GENDER ISSUES IN WORKPLACE ______.

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The issue of discrimination at work is commonplace in most parts of the world. This comes quite often when women are considered as part of today's workforce. This is a sea change that has taken place worldwide seen from images from the media and activities undertaken by ______.

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Flashcards

What is diversity?

Acknowledging, understanding, accepting, valuing, and celebrating differences among people.

What is diversity management?

Managing differences in age, class, ethnicity, gender, physical and mental ability, race, sexual orientation, spiritual practice, and status in the workplace.

What is the goal of diversity?

Harnessing a pool of individuals with unique qualities to empower them to work effectively with a diverse workforce.

How does diversity benefit organizations?

Organizations with diverse workforces can offer a wider range of problem solutions.

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What is one way diversity enhances service?

Diverse skill and experience pools provide a wide range of perspectives.

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How does diversity boost performance?

Encouraging diversity inspires employees to perform at their best.

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How does diversity impact talent?

Attracting and retaining a diverse workforce gives an organization a competitive edge.

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What is gender equality?

A state where people have equal access to and enjoyment of rewards, resources, and opportunities, regardless of gender.

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What is a challenge in gender diversity?

Women are often part of the workforce, but discrimination against them is common.

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How does age impact the workplace?

Organizations consist of individuals with varying ages, creating opportunities for age diversity.

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What are some challenges of age diversity?

Generational differences can lead to differences in work style, communication, and expectations.

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Describe Baby Boomers (born 1946-1964).

Known for their strong work ethic and dedication.

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Describe Generation X (born 1965-1980).

Known for their emphasis on work-life balance and independent thinking.

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Describe Generation Y (born 1981-1996).

Known for their technological proficiency, desire for work-life balance, and focus on personal fulfillment.

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Describe Generation Z (born 1997-2015).

Highly tech-savvy, grew up in a wireless world, and value work/life balance and social responsibility.

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How can managing diversity address conflict?

Conflict can be managed in a healthy way to address diverse perspectives.

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What are some unique challenges of managing diversity?

Managing diversity requires navigating different personalities, values, and visions.

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What are some best practices for managing generational diversity?

Adapt recruiting strategies to attract diverse candidates, avoid age-based assumptions, and actively listen to employee concerns.

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What is the radical approach to promoting equal opportunities?

This approach considers women and men as equal and strives for identical employment policies.

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What is the liberal approach to promoting equal opportunities?

This approach views women and men as essentially the same and aims for identical employment policies for both.

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What are the key benefits of workplace diversity?

Increased adaptability, broader client base, more effective performance, and attracting and retaining talent.

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What are some challenges of managing diversity?

Challenges include conflict, managerial and psychological differences, and generational divisions.

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What is the core concept of diversity management?

Recognizing, valuing, and managing the unique qualities of individuals in a workplace.

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What is the ultimate objective of managing workplace diversity?

The goal is to create a workplace that fosters inclusion, respect, and equal opportunities for everyone.

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What are some key dimensions of diversity?

Diversity includes factors like age, gender, race, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, and more.

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Study Notes

The Concept of Workplace Diversity

  • Managing diversity involves acknowledging and valuing people's differences to enhance good management practices, prevent discrimination, and promote inclusiveness.
  • Diversity aims to harness a pool of individuals with unique qualities, empowering people to work effectively with a diverse workforce.

Benefits of Workplace Diversity

  • Increased adaptability: Organizations with a diverse workforce can supply a greater variety of solutions to problems.
  • Broader service range: Diverse collection of skills and experiences provides a variety of viewpoints.
  • More effective execution: Companies that encourage diversity inspire employees to perform to their highest ability.
  • Attract and retain talent: Diversity can add a competitive edge to any organization.

Introduction to Management of Workplace Diversity

  • Diversity is defined as acknowledging, understanding, accepting, valuing, and celebrating differences among people.
  • Diversity management is an important concept that is universally applied to the workplace.
  • It involves managing differences in age, class, ethnicity, gender, physical and mental ability, race, sexual orientation, spiritual practice, and status.

Gender Issues in Workplace Diversity

  • Gender equality is achieved when people are able to access and enjoy the same rewards, resources, and opportunities regardless of gender.
  • Women are often considered as part of today's workforce, but discrimination against them is commonplace.

Age Issues in Workplace Diversity

  • An organization comprises an array of individuals with differences in age.
  • Age issues may arise due to differences in adaptability, recruitment, and promotion.
  • Generations in the workforce:
    • Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1964): strong work ethic, "workaholic" generation.
    • Generation X (born between 1965 and 1980): created the concept of work/life balance.
    • Generation Y (born between 1981 and 1996): thrive on new innovations, desire work/life balance.
    • Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2015): most tech-savvy, grew up in a wireless world.

Managing Diversity

  • Challenges to managing diversity include conflict, which can be handled in a healthy way.
  • Managerial and psychological challenges arise from managing diversity, including dealing with different personalities, visions, and values.
  • Best practices for approaching generational diversity include adapting recruiting strategies, avoiding age-based assumptions, and listening to employees.

Theoretical Contributions to Diversity Management

  • The radical approach to promoting equal opportunities involves considering women and men as the same, and achieving sex equality through identical employment policies.
  • The liberal approach argues that women and men are essentially the same, and that sex equality will be achieved once employment policies and procedures become identical for both sexes.

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