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Inclusion & Disagreement

Three diverse employees talking quietly around a small office water cooler while another coworker stands apart looking uncomfortable, symbolizing workplace gossip and its impact on team trust and morale.

Gossip is Costing You

Gossip is not just idle chatter. It is an emotional tax on your organization. Studies show that employees spend close to an hour a day on workplace gossip. That’s five hours a week of lost focus, drained morale, and missed opportunities.

Robin Sweet-Ransom

6 days ago2 min read

A diverse group of professionals gathered in a modern conference room. A Black female leader stands near a whiteboard titled “From Disagreement to Discovery.” She gestures as team members listen and exchange thoughtful expressions. Their faces show focus and engagement rather than frustration, symbolizing collaboration after conflict.

From Disagreement to Discovery: Turning Conflict into Collaboration

Disagreement is not the end of inclusion. It is often the beginning of understanding. When people bring their full perspectives to the table, tension will show up.

Robin Sweet-Ransom

Oct 272 min read

A diverse group of five professionals gathered in a modern conference room. The Black female leader stands near a whiteboard titled “When Inclusion Sparks Disagreement.” She smiles while a white male speaks. An Asian male and white female look at the white male with concerned faces.

When Inclusion Sparks Disagreement (and Why That’s a Good Thing)

Everyone loves the idea of inclusion until it starts a disagreement. When people feel safe to speak their truth, differences will surface, and that’s not a sign something is wrong with your culture; it’s a sign it’s alive.

Robin Sweet-Ransom

Oct 202 min read