What Most Leaders Get Wrong About DEI

In today’s episode of The All Inclusive Podcast, we welcome Rosalyn Taylor O’Neal, a globally recognized expert on leadership, workplace culture, and inclusion. Rosalyn dives into the biggest mistakes leaders make when it comes to fostering an inclusive work environment and shares practical strategies to create a culture where everyone feels valued and heard.

She reveals how leadership behaviors shape workplace culture, how to identify and break down hidden barriers in policies and practices, and why curiosity and accountability are the missing links in most inclusion efforts.

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Episode Highlights

00:00 - Introduction

02:10 - Rosalyn’s Journey & The Evolution of DEI 

12:40 - How Leaders Shape Workplace Culture 

23:55 - Breaking Down Workplace Inequities 

35:10 - The Role of Curiosity, Empathy & Accountability 

46:30 - Making DEI a Business Imperative 

55:20 - Final Advice & How to Stay Connected