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Conclusion: Embracing Diversity, Fostering Inclusion: A Journey Towards Collaborative Workplaces

In this series of blog posts, we’ve explored the different levels of workplace interaction: cooperation, coordination, and collaboration. While cooperation involves working towards a shared goal with minimal interaction, coordination requires more frequent communication and shared understanding. Collaboration, the highest level of interaction, involves shared goals, shared understanding, and shared responsibility. To foster a healthy […]

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Part 3:Navigating Challenges with Confidence – See Things Differently

In the previous section, we explored the importance of healthy conflict and the potential benefits it can bring to our work. However, not all conflict is created equal. Toxic conflict, characterized by personal attacks, blame-shifting, and a lack of respect, can have a devastating impact on individuals and teams.  To effectively navigate conflict, it’s essential

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Part 2: The Importance of Conflict Resolution in an Equitable, inclusive Workplace

In our exploration of workplace interaction, we’ve discussed the levels of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration. While these levels are essential for effective teamwork, it’s important to recognize that conflict is an inevitable part of any workplace. However, by understanding and embracing healthy conflict, we can transform it into a powerful tool for personal growth and

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Part 1: The Foundation of Inclusive Interactions in the Workplace

My first exposure to the levels of workplace inclusive interaction was a game-changer. A simple visual representation of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration illuminated a world of misunderstanding. I realized that what I thought was collaborative teamwork was often more akin to cooperation or coordination. This revelation was a pivotal moment, as it helped me recognize

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Introduction: Embracing Diversity, Fostering Inclusion: A Journey Towards Collaborative Workplaces

Have you ever been in an interview where it felt like a perfect match? We asked all the right questions, were transparent about our skills, and genuinely believed we could contribute meaningfully to the team. The organization’s mission resonated with us, and the potential for impactful work seemed limitless.  But then, the reality of the

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Forging Forward: The ‘How’ to Shifting Mindsets

Forge Forward. To make progress with something, be it quickly or slowly and steadily.  I’ve never understood why the human responses of potential negative connotation receive so much more attention. You know what I’m referring to . . . the instinct to fight, flight, or freeze. What about forging forward?  To better understand the option

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vulnerability. The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.  Panicked is an understatement, I could feel my face reddening as I wished myself invincible. From head to toe my body filled with adrenaline. My mind, my mind was spiraling in a wave of embarrassment. 

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