8 Clues to tell you whether your workplace is inclusive or not!

The way you feel in your workplace indicates a lot about your work environment..
Remember,
If you feel unheard, misunderstood, unsafe, and victimized, the problem might not be you, it can be the non-inclusive environment.

Here are 8 clues that can indicate to you that your workplace is not inclusive:

  1. Your voice is silenced.
  2. You feel powerless.
  3. You feel victimized.
  4. you hate going to work.
  5. You fear (or have been) judged for who you are.
  6. You are underpaid for your efforts and expertise.
  7. Your different opinion will negatively affect your work so you keep it to your work.
  8. Less experienced colleagues get promotions and incentives.

On the other hand, here are 8 clues that can indicate to you that your workplace is inclusive:

  1. You have a voice.
  2. You feel empowered.
  3. You empower others.
  4. You feel positive; have a growth mindset.
  5. You feel safe to be yourself.
  6. You get well-paid for your efforts and expertise.
  7. Your different opinion will not negatively affect your work.
  8. You get promotions and incentives.

An inclusive environment whether at home, work, school, or any community would give you all the positive feelings and make you belonged; or even feel like at home. Always remember that! and use these feelings indicators to check on how inclusive your work place is!

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