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Past Issues
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November 3, 2021

Craig Glidden, EVP and GC of General Motors, discusses the company’s five DE&I Pillars, new inclusion initiatives, and how his LCLD Leader’s Pledge will help keep DE&I a priority. JDSupra
Real change requires an “actionable commitment to sponsorship models,” writes Ernest Greer, Co-President of Greenberg Traurig, citing his own experience of becoming one of very few Black law firm leaders. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Of the 28 law firms listed on Bloomberg Law’s 2021 DEI Framework for meeting or exceeding a rising standard for DE&I, 20 are LCLD Members. Bloomberg Law

Don’t discount the disabled. Businesses whose DE&I efforts overlook people with disabilities are “ignoring a talent pool that is not only filled with incredibly skilled, capable workers, but is also a viable, long-term solution to staffing needs and future growth,” writes Gene Boes, President and CEO of the nonprofit Northwest Center. RealChange News
Are your LGBTQ+ employees comfortable at work? Despite positive shifts in the way corporate America treats the LGBTQ+ community, many people still prefer to stay closeted at work due to common misconceptions about what it means to be out. Corporate Counsel

How to retain your top talent. The consensus among legal leaders—including Ben Wilson, Chairman of Beveridge & Diamond and Secretary of the LCLD Board—is clear: prioritize DE&I and flexibility in the workplace. Law.com Barometer
Cognitive diversity as a foundational strategy. Citing the importance of soft skills like emotional intelligence, self-awareness, adaptability, and collaboration, Allan Fair reports that organizations that value “cognitive diversity” make healthier decisions and get better results. Rolling Stone

Adieu to the five-day, in-office work week. In their efforts to recruit and maintain lawyers, firms face fierce competition from rivals who prioritize accessibility and flexibility. Daily Business Review
Beyond buzzwords. Taking a closer look at the rising demand for employee autonomy, HBR encourages organizations to “ditch policies for principles, invest in competence and relatedness, and give employees the tools they need to do their job well regardless of location.” Harvard Business Review

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