Alphabet soup : the essential guide to LGBTQ2+ inclusion at work

Alphabet soup The essential guide to LGBTQ2+ inclusion at work

Michael Bach, 1971-

Book - 2022

"Everything you need to know about creating LGBTQ2+ inclusive spaces, from A to Z. What you aren't doing to create an LGBTQ2+ inclusive space is costing you more than you might think. Every year, organizations (be they employers, volunteer organizations, hospitals, academic organizations, religious and faith organizations, or any space where people congregate) who aren't doing the necessary work are losing millions of dollars to low productivity, staff turnover, missed opportunities, and reputational damage--and no, simply slapping a rainbow over your company logo every June isn't going to cut it. In this myth-busting follow-up to the 2020 breakout bestseller Birds of All Feathers, diversity and inclusion expert Michael ...Bach breaks down everything you need to know about creating inclusive spaces for people who don't fit squarely into the "straight" and "cis" box. And don't worry if you're already feeling lost; by the time you've finished this book, you'll know exactly what LGBTQ2+ means--and a whole lot of other stuff to boot. With clarity and a healthy dose of humor, Bach lays out a road map on how to ensure your space is safe for LGBTQ2+ people. You'll gain a clear understanding of sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression (yes, they're different things, and it matters); what a Safe Space is, and how to turn your space into one; how to create and properly enforce a Code of Conduct; and how to grab a piece of the fabulous "pink dollar" (worth more than $1 trillion dollars annually in the Canada and US alone!). A must-read for leaders, HR professionals, CEOs, and managers of all levels, Alphabet Soup is a critical guide to creating a truly inclusive space for all--regardless of sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression. Whether you consider yourself an ally, or don't even know what it means to be one, you'll come away armed with everything you need to know to create a safe, productive, and thriving LGBTQ2+ inclusive organization."--

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Subjects
Sexual minorities > Employment.
Diversity in the workplace.
Personnel management.
Published
[Vancouver, British Columbia] : Page Two [2022]
Language
English
Main Author
Michael Bach, 1971- (author)
Item Description
Place of publication from publisher's website.
Includes a reading guide with discussion questions.
Physical Description
233 pages ; 22 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN
9781774580851
  • Opening Thoughts
  • 1. Making It about Me for a Change
  • 2. Breaking Down the Alphabet
  • 3. Understanding Sexuality, Identity, and Expression
  • 4. Straight and Cis until Proved Otherwise
  • 5. The Importance of Safe Space
  • 6. The Case for Inclusive Organizations
  • 7. Attracting LGBTQ2+ People
  • 8. Retaining LGBTQ2+ People
  • 9. You Measure What You Treasure
  • 10. Marketing to LGBTQ2+ People
  • 11. Being An Active Ally
  • Acknowledgments
  • Notes
  • Reading Guide
Review by Kirkus Book Review

A guide to LGBTQ+ inclusivity in the workplace. In this follow-up to his 2020 Birds of All Feathers (which he reminds readers about frequently), Bach explains why and how companies and organizations should support, recruit, and value employees of all genders and sexual orientations. For readers unfamiliar with current terminology, the author begins with basic information about biological sex, the difference between sexual orientation and gender identity, and definitions of commonly used labels. Bach explains how heteronormativity occurs in the workplace, discusses safe spaces and allyship, and presents a numbers-driven case for building a diverse workforce. Bach makes both broad and specific recommendations for collecting data on LGBTQ+ staff, learning how to deal with uninformed or skeptical employees, and demonstrating corporate support in ways that are more meaningful than Pride parade sponsorships. The section on conducting regular reviews of corporate policies and procedures to evaluate and improve their inclusivity is particularly well done, as is the explanation of how the workplace can support employees through gender transitions. The guide targets organization leaders who have the power to make and implement changes as needed but also discusses how employees can take action and encourage decision-makers to act. It concludes with a multipage list of questions to guide further discussion. Bach's glib tone may not resonate with all readers ("Sorry for blowing your mind so early in the book, but thank goodness there are emojis to explain your feelings. Remember when we just had to use words? #progress"), but his upbeat attitude and his enthusiasm for his subject are evident throughout. His years of experience in both human resources and LGBTQ+ advocacy allow him to speak from substantial experience and present his concepts in the language of corporate leadership while also avoiding jargon and making information accessible to the casual reader. Readers with a passing familiarity with LGBTQ+ topics will not find the book's intro-level material a slog, and readers at all levels of prior knowledge will find many actionable takeaways in the text. A comprehensive, comprehensible guide to building an inclusive workforce. Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

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