Diversity in work groups

Naomi Ellemers; Floortje Rink

doi:10.1016/j.copsyc.2016.06.001

Diversity in work groups

Naomi Ellemers, Floortje Rink

Organisational Behaviour

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Abstract

This contribution explains that minority and majority employees have a different perspective on workplace diversity. Expecting minority employees to fit in can undermine the added value of a diverse workforce. Neglecting the needs of majority employees causes resistance to change. Leaders who succeed in making all workers feel included and valued, contribute to an organizational climate that fosters the benefits of diversity.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	49–53
Number of pages	5
Journal	Current Opinion in Psychology
Volume	11
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.copsyc.2016.06.001
Publication status	Published - Oct-2016

Keywords

RACIAL-DIFFERENCES
QUEEN BEE
CONSEQUENCES
PERFORMANCE
DISCRIMINATION
PERCEPTIONS
PERSPECTIVE
CREATIVITY
MANAGEMENT
CONFLICT

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