There are several ways in which inclusion impacts the bottom line and creates a competitive advantage. Energy and Spirit.
Human beings are any organization s greatest asset.
If their energy is fully engaged, their contribution can be maximized. If, instead, some people feel unwelcome or if their energy is consumed repressing parts of themselves, their contribution is diminished, along with the organization s effectiveness. In addition to severely impairing an organization s esprit de corps, repression inhibits people s ability to function in a high performing manner. Focusing on issues unrelated to the goals of the organization or people s ability to contribute creates time consuming distractions that waste valuable resources and block performance. In this sense, inclusion requires addressing, putting aside, or eliminating attitudes and behaviors in the organization that consume time and waste energy, so that people can focus on their common mission.