Recruiting Advice From Katrina Kibben.

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    Gender IEPs at work are an individualized expression plan - a simple framework that can help trans and non-binary employees set clear expectations for how they're addressed, what spaces they use, and more.

    Free and almost free ways to celebrate pride at work this year.

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    The work we need to do to support the folks coming out at work can’t be left to HR and recruiting alone. It takes all of us.

    It's not always easy to know how to correct someone who misgenders others, but it doesn’t have to be an awkward conversation. Try this.

    Kat Kibben

    A guide to my experience with pronouns and a look ahead at my series on allyship.

    The EEOC has updated their pronoun guidelines. Here’s what you should do now to protect your company from liability and stop misgendering at work.

    Free ResourcePronouns In The Workplace: A Guide. What’s in it For You?Pronoun BasicsUnderstand what pronouns are and why they are important.Mutual RespectLearn the significance of using correct pronouns as a form of mutual respect and basic courtesy.Handling MistakesDiscover what to do when you accidentally misgender someone.Allyship AdviceGet practical tips on being an effective ally in […]

    Allyship is a critical element of being a great manager and teammate. Here’s how allies can make the room safer for everyone at work.

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    People who are considering coming out at work are looking for you to show them you’re inclusive, not just tell them lies. Here’s how to show you are an inclusive employer.

    Pronoun Education + ERG SpeakerTraining your workplace on pronouns impacts so much more than company culture.It saves lives.Book a Meeting Meet Katrina Kibben.LGBTQ+ Speaker + Job Post Writing ExpertI am not a DEI expert. I am a non-binary person and recruiting expert. That's why this presentation isn't like others on pronouns. It wasn't created with […]

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    LGBTQA+ allies and HR can’t keep ignoring the skeptics at work. Here’s my advice on how to start those conversations.

    Sharing pronouns at work can start before you even take the job. Here’s my advice - for the interview and day 1.

    How can recruiters prove they are sincere about inclusivity in talent attraction and welcoming LGBTQIA+ candidates, beyond saying, “We’re inclusive”?

    Inclusive onboarding is about more than checking boxes. How can you show people everyone can belong? Do this.

    Should employers and candidates share pronouns in the interview process? It depends. Here’s what you need to consider.

    All impactful Employee Resource Groups have 1 thing in common: they can’t make progress without having hard conversations.

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    Internationally recognized LGBT awareness dates for celebrating and educating your teams.

    Katrina Kibben

    Misgendering will happen. What’s most important is what you do next after someone is misgendered in front of you.

    We gathered some of the best educational content we’ve read on pronouns at work so you can share them with your team this June.

    Allyship in the workplace means using your personal privilege to support colleagues from historically marginalized communities. It’s about education and action.

    Successful diversity recruiting starts in-office, not with diversity job boards.

    What happens on day one for gender non-binary workers matters. It sets the tone for the team, the employee, and says a lot about your culture.

    Today in honor of International Pronouns Day, we’re doing a special edition post of things and people we love to learn from.

    Being an ally in the workplace isn't just rainbow backgrounds and t-shirts in June. There are subtle cues to show your allyship every day.

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    Navigating pronouns during job interviews can be as simple as switching up how you introduce yourself - and not making assumptions.