Beyond the backlash: drive culture change through performance, not quotas
As many companies face increasing scrutiny over their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, it’s clear that traditional approaches (often perceived as quota-driven or superficial) are no longer enough.
In a recent article for Make a Difference, Johanna Beresford, the CEO of FabricShift, challenges the status quo and offers a performance-driven alternative. The article, titled Beyond the Backlash: Drive Culture Change Through Performance, Not Quotas, explores how sustainable inclusion is built into the fabric of business operations—not treated as an afterthought.
Key Takeaways from the Article:
Operationalise Inclusion
Make inclusion a seamless part of your business operationsBuild Habits, Not Headlines
Foster consistent, inclusive behaviours that truly empower employeesEmpower Inclusive Leaders
Equip leaders who drive measurable business outcomes
“When inclusion becomes part of how a business operates, not just what it says, it naturally supports wellbeing, boosts productivity, and drives retention.”
Culture change starts with everyday habits
True culture change isn’t achieved through one-off initiatives or box-ticking policies, but by keeping culture at the core of your strategy and investing in behaviour change, leadership development, and habit formation.
If you want to move beyond reactive DEI efforts and create an inclusive, high-performing workplace, read the full article and start making a measurable difference.
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