From ‘Working For’ to ‘Working With’: The Role of Feedback in Driving Inclusive Practices in the Workplace
True inclusion requires a fundamental shift from 'working for' to 'working with.' This shift is essential not only for inclusion projects but also for cultivating a workplace where collaboration and shared decision-making are the cornerstones of a truly cooperative work culture. These two phrases may be close to each other, but they manifest in completely different ways. The goal is to 'work with,' not 'work for,' across a wide range of inclusion efforts. Moreover, this distinction extends beyond superficial approaches to inclusion, highlighting how we approach genuine collaboration in all aspects of our work. Why is this important? Having a diverse workforce is a helpful start, but it alone does not suffice. Without inclusive methods, people from different backgrounds may feel excluded, unappreciated, or ignored. "Working for" usually leads to a top-down approach, where leaders make choices with little input from others. This can limit ope...