It’s been proven that when a team includes people of different genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, etc., it produces more creative, innovative and effective results. That’s because diverse groups offer a wider range of experiences, and don’t simply parrot back the same old ideas produced by people of similar backgrounds.
But diversity doesn’t just happen on its own: Companies need to actively seek and recruit candidates from a variety of backgrounds to ensure they’re not inadvertently creating a homogenous workforce.
We asked 15 members of Forbes Coaches Council to share their best advice for attracting a more diverse talent pool.
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Know Yourself And Your Candidates
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Meet Them Where They Are
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Don’t Look At Names
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Collect Referrals From Your Existing Employees
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Let Candidates Know You Value Diversity
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Try Unique Candidate-Scanning Techniques
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Segment Diversity Prospects And Target Appropriately
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Partner With Schools
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Avoid The ‘Quick Hire’
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Create A Company Culture That Supports Diversity
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Make Your Search Intentional
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Look Beyond Your Usual Places
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Build A Diverse Management Team First
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Send The Right Message In Your Employer Marketing
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Advertise In Diverse Media