#108 - Michael Bach - The Power of Words: Think before you Post - Yollab Central

Explore the front lines of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility with Michael Bach, award-winning founder of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, former KPMG DEI leader, bestselling author (Birds of All Feathers, Alphabet Soup), and one of CIO Views’ 10 Most Influential DE&I Leaders of 2023. In this Yollab Central episode, Michael tackles the realities of DEI in today’s polarized workplace and society with honesty and practical insight.Discover why DEI remains good business, driving better retention, engagement, and bottom-line outcomes, even as some publicly shy away from the conversation in the wake of anti-DEI pushback. Michael breaks down the myths around “diversity hires,” explains why true inclusion is about merit, and offers strategies for navigating social media toxicity and bias. Learn what really works in building inclusive organizations, the generational changes shaping the future of work, and what the ever-evolving “LGBTQIA+” acronym means today.Guest: Michael BachConnect: michaelbach.com | Social: @themichaelbachBooks: Birds of All Feathers, Alphabet SoupDEI as a business driver: Retention, culture, profitThe “anti-DEI” moment and what companies are really doingHiring, bias, and the reality of “diversity targets”Inclusive leadership for a global workforceThe meaning, history, and evolution of LGBTQIA+How Gen Z and millennials are reshaping inclusionSocial media, compassion, and building better conversationsReady to reimagine inclusion for the next era? Watch the full episode, add your perspective in the comments, and subscribe for more honest conversations on DEI and leadership!#DEI #Inclusion #Diversity #Equity #Accessibility #MichaelBach #LGBTQIA #Leadership #YollabCentral #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeRetentionThe views and opinions expressed by the guest in this episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or the podcast. The host is not responsible for any statements made by the guest.