Diversity & Inclusion: Saying Quiet Things out Loud

In this episode of the HR Leaders podcast, I'm joined by my guest Kalifa Oliver, Global Head of People Listening, Research, and Insights WPP. Thanks to Oracle for Supporting the show! Download their Definative Guide to People Analytics 2021: https://bit.ly/3meS3au Episode highlights 00:00 - Intro 03:32 - Tell us more about WPP 05:35 - How would you describe your role as Global Head of Listening? 09:28 - How data is improving their employee experience 12:47 - Why diversity and Inclusion needs to be reframed 16:18 - Never underestimate an employees influence on the business 18:38 - What it's like being a minority leader in analytics 20:47 - Dealing with others feeling intimidated 23:37 - Why we need to say quiet things, out loud 27:28 - Is unconscious bias training as effective as we think? 30:37 - Are current efforts shifting the needle on inclusion? 32:55 - Is D&I a project?; High turnover and awards 35:01 - Advice for Kalifa's younger self 28:29 - Why we need to operate from a place of discomfort 41:17 - HR Leaders Quick Fire Round If you enjoyed the podcast be sure to subscribe for more content like this and visit our website to access resources mentioned: www.hrdleaders.com/podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.