Diversity, inclusion and teamworking Flashcards
Tell me about an example of when you have worked well in a team?
One notable example of my teamwork skills is my involvement in project-based internal department instructions and TDD projects. These projects often require collaboration with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. For example when undertaking large retail projects, I make it a priority to ensure that any tasks assigned to me are completed to the best of my ability and delivered on time. This commitment not only helps me contribute effectively to the team’s goals but also ensures that the overall project is delivered on schedule.
Why do you think it is important to address DI&T within the Surveying profession?
Enhanced innovation: brings different perspectives, ideas, leading to more innovative solutions
Attracting and retaining talent: Promoting a workplace that promotes inclusive and supportive work, attracts top talent within a talent shortage profession.
Positive workplace culture: Empathising teamwork and inclusion fosters a positive workplace culture, where employees feel valued
Why do teams fail?
Conflicting personalities
Lack of appropriate skills
What is the difference between Diversity and Inclusion?
Diversity - Refers to the range of differences among individuals (Race, ethnicity, gender etc)
Inclusion - Refers to the practice of creating a welcoming and respectful environment that values and embraces diversity
When selecting a team, how do you choose the right people?
First understand the task / scope: This lets me know the skills and experience needed to complete the task
Review team to see if they have the necessary skills and experience
Where there is a short fall I select new team members
Why is teamworking important?
Team working is essential in a company because it allows individuals with different skills and backgrounds to come together and work collaboratively towards a common goal
What is meant by the term equal opportunity?
It means that everyone should be able to compete on a level playing field and have equal chances based on merit, sills and abilities regardless of there age, race, sex etc
What is unconscious bias?
Unintentional and subtle preferences that people hold towards certain groups or individuals. These biases (often without realising) are based on personal characteristics
How do you overcome unconscious bias?
Educate yourself: learn about the different biases and their effects.
Be aware of your own - i.e. ask yourself questions when making decisions and seek feedback from others
What is the difference between Management vs Leadership
Management
Process of planning, organising, controlling resources to achieve a specific goal within a organisation
Tactical approach on efficient use of resources to meet objectives
Leadership
Process of inspiring, guiding and influencing people towards a shared goal.
Inspires and motivates people
What are CBRE stickerbooks?
CBRE Stickerbooks breakdown complex, DE&I and teamwork issues into mini bite-sized videos presented as stickers, where you can compete against other team in the company in a leader board system. This allows me to stay up to date on those various key issues, which I can apply this information to better serve my clients.
Can you give me an example of a recent stickerbook you have competed?
A recent sticker I completed was on the benefits of a inclusive environment. It discussed how once we start building accessibility, the rewards can effect everyone. One theory they discussed was the ‘curb cut effect’. Dropped ramps into pavements designed for wheel chairs actually turned very beneficial for a whole range of people, such as prams, people with low eyesight or carry heavy loads. A more recent example is on remote working, it’s initial purpose was to deterring the COVID-19 virus but this has gone on to benefit working parents and people with disabilities.
What legislation in the UK is used to protect individuals from discrimination?
Equality Act 2010
What are the 9 protected characteristics in the Equality Act 2010?
- Age
- Disability
- Gender
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
What is neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is the concept that neurological differences, like autism and ADHD, are natural variations in the human brain and should be respected and valued.
