A Step Ahead by Monika Chutnik Monika Chutnik

In this episode, I'm having a special guest, who can tell us a bit more about how we can really put a little bit of brain into all our hard attempts and how to apply a structured approach to creating DEI change. Kasper Jelsbech has dedicated a big part of your professional life to diversity, equity, and inclusion. He works as partner and chief consultant at a company called Living Institute.

In this episode you will learn:
What does a systemic approach to DEI start from?Should you rather focus on diversity or inclusion?What are the 7 steps that an organization needs to take before it starts adjusting its processes?What's the right sequence of actions?What is a nonpromotable task?How much time does it take to create a sustainable culture change in a company?Find more materials at www.astepahead.pro/015

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We talk a lot about managing diversity, about diversity of people, and about the beautiful performance, which is possible thanks to diversity in organizations. But have we made sure before that this diversity actually can work in practice? Can all the kinds of people access the resources of our company? That's the question.

Today, I'm talking to Mike Koeppe about online accessibility for people with visual impairments, and I think this is going to be a very interesting topic. On this occasion you can also see how people just before total sight loss see - just take a look at the guest photo on the cover of this podcast episode!


In this episode you will learn:
Figures for visual impairmentsWhy accessibility is a business issueInclusive company's best practice"You don't see what they don't see"Personal storiesStatistics from workplacesWCAG - Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
When we talk about inclusive workplaces, we focus a lot on the mindset. We focus a lot on inclusive leadership. We also talk about inclusive policies. But today, we talked about some really technical levels of being accessible, of being inclusive.

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The world of work is changing. And what is changing among others is the generations that we have in workplace. Now slowly but inevitably, I'm discovering that I'm starting to belong to the older generations in the workplace. But it also makes me very curious about what are the younger generations like. What makes them like this? How do they approach certain things?

Today, we will be talking about a specific aspect, maybe a little bit unexpected aspect of generation Z, the youngest generation in our job market. I'm having Marta Leszczyńska as my guest. And I'm going to ask many questions about Marta's experience with GenZers.

In this episode you will learn:
What is Gen ZWhat is technological shameTech shame at workTechnological competence of GenZHow GenZers learn new skillsHow to address tech shame in companyHints for HR and leaders
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More and more frequently we talk about diversity, equity and inclusion. My impression is that we get a lot of DEI guidelines, but they show us how to behave in a specific situation. I'm very glad to have Magdalena Szumna as a guest today. We are going to explore a little bit more practical approach to dealing with situations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In this conversation you will learn:
Why diversity competence is importantWhat is diversity competenceAbout TOPOI modelHow to use TOPOI model - case studiesHow to develop diversity competenceFind more materials at www.astepahead.pro/012

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Many managers suffer from the challenge of being in touch with their people, of keeping the relationship. And what becomes even more difficult is having a dialogue. What do we do in a situation when there is a polarized dialogue? How to run it?

I have invited an amazing expert who can tell us a lot about how to do dialogue and, maybe even more importantly, how to depolarize dialogue in case it goes the wrong way. Maja Nenadović is my guest today.

In this conversation you will learn:
Why to have a dialogue in a workplaceWhat happens if we enter a dialogueWhy conflict is an opportunityHow to find courage to start a dialogueHints and tips for running a dialogueExamples of useful questionsRole of HR in creating a dialogueWhat is deep listening and why it is so importantFind more materials at www.astepahead.pro/011

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In this captivating episode of "A Step Ahead by Monika Chutnik" Jana Holla provides us with a unique glimpse into the vibrant world of Egypt, emphasizing the value Egyptians place on relationships, the cultural nuances that shape their interactions, and the challenges faced by expatriates in this enchanting land. Join Monika and her guest as they explore the joy of relationships and the complexities of life in Egypt.

In this conversation you will learn:
What are main cultural beliefs and values in EgyptHow it is to be a foreign woman living in EgyptThe importance of relationships in Egyptian societyEuropean perspective on Egyptian cultureTips for living and working in EgyptFind more materials at www.astepahead.pro/010

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