Often, leaders look at diversity as a problem that needs to be solved. When we're not careful, we see liability and risk, and forget to see humanity and potential. However, effective diversity, equity, and inclusivity work is not about incorporating a new program or initiative. Instead, it's about remembering, acknowledging, and celebrating one another for our unique perspectives, points of view, and human experiences.

Easier said than done. Individuals are often taught to leave parts of themselves at home when approaching a workplace. And what's more, leaders too often gravitate toward those who think, look, and act like themselves. But these behaviors are liabilities to our leadership and to healthy, thriving work environments.

The best cultures—at work and at home—celebrate people not in spite of their differences but because of them.

When we cultivate a world that honors and celebrates difference, we cultivate creativity, connection, and belonging. When we make room at the table for unique perspectives and experiences, we make room for innovation, growth, and change.

As with any piece of our emotional and professional wellness, it's essential to start with ourselves and understand the lens through which we see the world, the culture we work in, and our teams. Then, and only then, we can get curious about how we create culture and impact others' abilities to show up fully as themselves.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Collectively, we’ve all gone through a lot in the last few years, and whether we want to or not, we bring that with us to work. As a leader—and as someone that cares deeply about my employees—that can feel intimidating. The fear of getting things wrong or not knowing how to navigate the nuances of a workplace often leaves me frozen.

This class helped me realize that I don’t have to have all the answers to lean in and create a healthy work environment for those I lead. In fact, that’s exactly what my team needs—someone who stays curious, admits they don’t know everything, and makes room for diverse perspectives and experiences.

This class didn’t just give me a broader understanding of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and intersectionality, but it gave me a deeper understanding of why we need those things and how they impact the health of individuals and a company.

We all long to feel seen, known, and celebrated for what we bring to the table, and Becoming a More Inclusive Leader has given me the tools to begin to do that more effectively in my organization. I hope all leaders go through a class like this—if they did, I believe we’d have a more empathetic, kind, and caring workforce.

— Becoming a More Inclusive Leader Alum

From the emotional health experts at Onsite

Onsite is an emotional health brand that wants to create an emotionally well world by reconnecting humanity. For decades, Onsite has helped tens of thousands of people feel more equipped to handle life's challenges and go from just surviving to thriving. All our resources are designed to help you optimize your life by building meaning and value into the human experience.

Historically, we've done this through in-person therapeutic experiences on our campus in the hills of Tennessee. We now offer services at multiple campuses in Tennessee, California and Online through digital classes and courses.

After equipping thousands of leaders across diverse industries, we are thrilled to finally bring our expertise into the leadership space—an industry desperate for emotional wellness and internal transformation.

Learn more about Onsite >

With each new generation, the world grows more diverse. How we respond to and recognize that diversity matters.

As emotionally smart leaders, it's our responsibility to fold the human experience into business operations. We must recognize and respect what makes each of us who we are. By not only accepting, but embracing, both our differences and our commonalities, we can cultivate an environment of inclusivity and equality that fosters growth and prosperity.

In Becoming A More Inclusive Leader: How to Navigate (and Celebrate) the Complexities of the Humans We Lead, Dr. Ed Barron, Julie Smith, Austin Houghtaling, and Billy McCoy will guide us through conversations regarding the nuances of diversity, equity, inclusion, and intersectionality, and how we can leverage them to drive results as we foster a healthy work climate.

By leaning in and remaining curious, we can develop personal mindsets and organizational systems that allow diversity to not only exist, but flourish.

Is this class a replacement for therapy?

This class is not intended to provide therapy or be a replacement for any therapeutic involvement of a participant in the course. While the guide providing instruction is a licensed therapist in their respective state, they are not providing therapy in this course. By registering for Becoming a More Inclusive Leader, you are agreeing that no therapist/client relationship is being formed between you and the guide providing instruction in the class or between you and Onsite.

"Diversity is not a problem to be solved. It's an opportunity to be leveraged."

— Dr. Ed Barron

Becoming a More Inclusive Leader

How to Navigate (and Celebrate) the Complexities of the Humans We Lead

$109

From the emotional health experts at Onsite

Dr. Edgar Barron

Julie Smith

Austin Houghtaling, LMFT

Billy McCoy

We've got A's for your Q's