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I CALL DIBS!


I CALL DIBS!


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Many of us have a memory of running for the best toy as a kid and declaring,
“I’ve got dibs!” like an early land prospector laying claim to forty acres. That
idea of claiming still holds true for adults, according to Pat Wadors, the
former CHRO of LinkedIn and current Chief People Officer at Procore
Technologies.

Who Has DIBs?
Wadors was asked to share her feelings about diversity for a speech at a
conference hosted by Harvard Business Review. Often people reference diversity
and inclusion as a set—bringing together people of different races, genders, or
points of view—and creating a setting where all have a role. That sounds great
in theory, but Wadors found that many of the initiatives to foster an inclusive
environment were missing the mark. The right tools were there, but the people
didn’t feel included.

It was in preparation for her speech and thinking through personal experiences
of being part of a group that she had an epiphany. Wadors explained that what
was missing was belonging. Realizing this piece of the puzzle led her to coin
the term DIBs (Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging), and sparked her enthusiasm
to foster positive change in the workplace. She believes DIBs is the key to
connecting people to one another and the workplace in a meaningful way. Wadors
stresses the importance of all three ingredients in order to create a space
where people feel seen, heard, and accepted.



In the last decade, the number of minorities working in technology companies has
not changed by any measurable degree despite concerted efforts to improve
diversity and inclusion.



Wadors explained that she researched belonging and found that “it is the most
powerful force in the universe” and that it means “to call to oneself.” She knew
in her heart that this power was critical to people and businesses succeeding,
and research supports this belief. Scientific studies indicate that we are
genetically wired to belong, which makes sense when we think about the
connection between belonging to a group and survival.

Putting Belonging into Practice
On the mental health front, Greg Walton, a psychologist at Stanford University,
found that lessening threats to a person’s sense of belonging greatly reduced
their stress levels, and improved their physical and emotional health. As
positive as that is, Walton also found that most individuals don’t feel a sense
of belonging, or it may be fleeting at best. Most of us feel that we don’t fit
in, and don’t realize how universal that experience can be.

So, how can we improve the odds and create an environment where people can be
themselves, yet feel seen and heard? Here are six ideas from Pat Wadors about
how to cultivate a culture of inclusiveness and belonging:



Make introductions. Share unique facts about a person and speak about their
belonging to the team. “Kim is part of our research team, and she is an
excellent writer and clarinet player."



Ask. Start off with a genuine question and then listen. “How are you doing
regarding that project glitch you brought up last week?”



Solicit input in meetings. Wadors offers three ways to foster inclusiveness in
meetings:
 * Invite someone to attend.
 * Ask for their opinion and then follow up with questions, so they feel heard.
 * When someone speaks, allow them to finish without speaking over them.



Delegate. Hand responsibility over to team members to give them ownership, show
trust, and offer an opportunity for impact.



Pay attention. Be respectful and fully present in meetings by putting away cell
phones.



Share stories. Storytelling shows that the person telling the tale is open to
vulnerability, and allows the listeners to see shared similarities. Stories help
people connect to one another, empathize, and create meaning.

Take Away: Being mindful of creating an environment of belonging helps draw
people in and create a sense of team. As Wadors explains, she wants to feel and
not simply know that she matters and can be her authentic self.


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