In this potential new series (i.e. I’m hoping to post more “ridiculous work habits” in the future), we’re exploring one of the many absurd things we often do at work. Today’s topic is how we think about “experience” on the job.
In our companies, we continue to act as though people are interchangeable — like we can give a set of identical tasks two two different people and they will do them in the same manner. This is incredibly destructive, and here’s why…
At the core of a healthy organization is the idea that people are respected and valued for their different gifts/strengths/talents. This is where true diversity is found, as well, as it is these innate abilities which create our worldview and varied perspectives.
If you’ve ever wondered how to build a strengths-based culture in your organization…