DEI Made Easy Show

Trends come and go, popularity changes as time goes by. DEI has become one the trends that peaked at that one time and is starting to die out because its novelty has passed but its actual purpose has not been fully realized and left alone. Being a DEI officer in a company now seems to be a bad idea but is the idea of DEI really that bad? Find out in this episode.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

In this episode, Dr. Brandi takes time to answer a question about survey results that are neither released to the public nor released in full and company leadership seems to be putting a roadblock on DE&I efforts. Check out how to fix this if your company is experiencing the same thing.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

Ignite Workplace Unity Show’s new season opens with a new Q&A with Dr. Brandi. Are monthly pulse checks or surveys good for the company or not? What needs to be done when the surveys are submitted without being answered? Tune in to find out more!   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

Companies and organizations hire DEI consultants to take care of their DEI initiatives. However, not all DEI consultants can get the work done. In this episode, take a look at the top 5 red flags that you should be aware of when you are hiring or have hired DEI consultants for your organization.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

This Q&A episode poses legitimate concerns about establishing DEI initiatives which result in the workplace getting divided due to hyper focusing on differences instead of forging unity. Find out what can be done to avoid division and to continue having a positive working relationship.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

In this episode, we take a look at the top 5 low-impact DEI strategies that are being pushed to companies and organizations to utilize on their DEI initiatives. Some are a little difficult to execute and some do not move the needle to the positive direction.    Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

In this episode, a HR Hiring Associate is concerned with Token Hiring that may be happening in their company since there are no policies and procedures in place for their diversity hiring. What considerations should be set in place when doing the hiring procedures for diversity? Find out what and more in the episode.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

After a warm reception for DEI initiatives from the company, a DEI committee notices changes as time has passed that the interest is waning. Are their initiatives still welcome or are they needing changes to fit the times? Find out in this episode of the Ignite Workplace Unity Show.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

An HR officer is facing a predicament on imposing sexual harassment sanctions that may violate LGBT norms but also has to consider inclusivity, going beyond what the current policies and procedures in place for the company. Should the rules be changed or should they stay and be implemented?   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

In this episode, a Chief Diversity Officer has a dilemma of how to implement DEI initiatives when he is expected to work on these on his own. Would he be able to do it or would there be a work around for this daunting task?   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

DEI initiatives often have gatekeepers that think their perspective of DEI is the only way to implement DEI. These are the DEI police, but when they become too much and they do everything in their power to impose sanctions for every infringed DEI initiative and force everyone to follow, they become DEI dictators. Find out how to deal with them in this episode.   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

ERG Homegirl Maceo Owens joins Dr. Brandi as they talk about mustering the courage to make the change, the ERG structure and the struggles ERG leaders have with leadership.   Connect with Maceo on LinkedIn Visit her website: www.theergmovement.com    Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

Team building activities and competitions could help companies in solidifying employee camaraderie but sometimes it could also lead to conflict. Is there a way to balance it so that division among company members can be avoided?   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

Bullying can easily disrupt workplace unity especially if the confidence of the bully stems from a friend in high places. How would you deal with bullying in the workplace and how can it stop?   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart

Employees and staff may have issues with too many events happening that could slow down their productivity especially if their participation and attendance is mandatory. Is there a win-win situation where both needs of management and employees are met?   Host: Dr. Brandi M. Baldwin LinkedIn Instagram Twitter   Find more DEI related content by visiting the DEI Made Easy website Find more DEI programs from Calling All Allies Project Submit podcast questions to: team@callingallallies.com   Ignite Workplace Unity Podcast on Other Platforms IWU Podcast on Spotify IWU Podcast on iTunes IWU Podcast on iHeart