The way we behave at work impacts our colleagues, team performance, business objectives, and financial performance. When people feel excluded and that they don’t belong, they can withdraw, will put in less effort, and may even leave.
Employee inclusion, on the other hand, leads to improved morale and job satisfaction. When people feel included, they’re more likely to contribute their unique perspectives, skills, and ideas, enhancing overall creativity and innovation within the diverse team.
McKinsey’s 2020 study on inclusion shows that inclusive organisations enjoy a wealth of advantages over their non-inclusive rivals, benefiting from better communication, more productive collaboration, improved problem-solving, a heightened ability to spot risk, and significantly greater agility, productivity, and efficiency.
From better mental health to attracting and retaining diverse talent – the benefits of diverse and inclusive workplaces are wide.