/channels/taxonomy/term/10473/all en /channels/channels/news/employees-unable-be-their-authentic-self-less-likely-express-their-perspective-351413 <p>While some progress has been made in addressing discrimination in the workplace, many still feel the need to change themselves to conform to workplace cultural norms. Some, for example, may modify their speech or straighten their hair in order to fit in. This can come at a cost, writes Laura Morgan Roberts, Associate Professor of Business Administration at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business, in the Harvard Business Review.</p> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:38:04 +0000 webfull 193257 at /channels /channels/channels/news/several-mcgill-desautels-alumni-honoured-2023-mcgill-alumni-association-awards-and-honours-348430 <p>On May 4, members of the 黑料不打烊 community gathered at Maison Manuvie for the 2023 黑料不打烊 Alumni Association Awards and Honours, which recognize alumni, friends, students, faculty, and staff who stand out for their impressive contributions and achievements in service to 黑料不打烊, the MAA and in their respective communities. This year, six awards were given to members of the 黑料不打烊 Desautels community. A huge congratulations to all of this year鈥檚 honourees!</p> Wed, 24 May 2023 13:53:08 +0000 webfull 189766 at /channels /channels/channels/news/authentic-feedback-necessary-organizational-growth-leaders-themselves-must-set-tone-345595 <p>We want everyone to thrive and succeed in the workplace, says Prof. <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin">Patricia Faison Hewlin</a>, but organizations need feedback from their employees for relationships to develop and to learn from mistakes, to improve, to innovate. But asking people to speak up is its own challenge. On January 23, Faison Hewlin shared insights about how it can be accomplished as part of the University of Oregon鈥檚 African American Workshop and Lecture Series.</p> Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:47:54 +0000 webfull 186666 at /channels /channels/channels/news/inauthenticity-workplace-can-harm-diversity-and-inclusion-343186 <p>Leaders are often faced with being their authentic self or doing what it takes to succeed. Decisions taken by senior management in the face of this authenticity dilemma can set a negative example for their juniors. This can be particularly insidious for people from underrepresented groups who may feel the need to suppress their identity to progress in their career.</p> Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:55:20 +0000 webfull 184050 at /channels /channels/channels/news/interpersonal-skills-are-key-managing-staff-during-times-crisis-340976 <p>Even the darkest cloud has a silver lining 鈥� but there is a time and a place to mention it. When employees are struggling through a crisis, putting a positive spin on the situation can make them feel as though their concerns aren鈥檛 being taken seriously, according to <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin">Patricia Faison Hewlin</a>, an Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Desautels. Instead, managers should seek to maintain open lines of communication, demonstrate empathy and know how to seek additional resources when they are needed.</p> Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:28:32 +0000 webfull 181634 at /channels /channels/channels/news/employers-choice-words-can-reveal-much-about-their-return-office-plans-340188 <p>For many parents and caregivers, working from home has made life a lot easier. And any return to the office will have consequences for them. Some employers have used surveys and online forums to gauge employee sentiment about returning, but the language they use can be telling, according to <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin"><strong>Patricia Faison Hewlin</strong>,</a> an Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Desautels.</p> Wed, 06 Jul 2022 18:14:20 +0000 webfull 180799 at /channels /channels/channels/event/what-inclusive-leadership-and-why-it-important-academic-insights-prof-patricia-hewlin-339558 <p>During these difficult and unprecedented times, the world is in critical need of leaders who are skilled at connecting with people in meaningful ways: building unity, demonstrating empathy, and thoughtfully integrating the ideas and concerns of al</p> Wed, 11 May 2022 17:58:30 +0000 webfull 180118 at /channels /channels/channels/news/get-inclusion-right-companies-need-ask-what-theyre-doing-wrong-338981 <p>Inclusion isn't a warm and fuzzy feeling of belonging. Inclusion means being an integral part of an organization, and having the resources to get the job done, said Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin">Patricia Faison Hewlin</a> in <i>Business Insider</i>. In order to achieve it, organizations need to listen.</p> Thu, 07 Apr 2022 22:11:12 +0000 webfull 179478 at /channels /channels/channels/news/delve-why-organizations-need-authentic-people-and-inclusive-policies-patricia-hewlin-338977 <p>The complex issue of authenticity at work isn鈥檛 only about people within an organization鈥攊t鈥檚 connected to the organization鈥檚 own integrity, including policies on equity, diversity, and inclusion. The value of authenticity for employees, customers and clients, and management is linked to a diversity of people and innovative ideas suited to today鈥檚 world.</p> Thu, 07 Apr 2022 20:50:08 +0000 webfull 179474 at /channels /channels/channels/news/authenticity-and-allyship-business-world-338495 <p>Black leaders carry extra burden. Organizations often expect them to take on advocacy roles in equity, diversity and inclusion, but that should be everyone鈥檚 responsibility, argued panelists at the Desautels Faculty of Management鈥檚 Black History Month virtual event. Moderated by <strong>Lysie Salomon</strong> (BCom鈥�17), the panel considered authenticity, leadership, and allyship in the workplace. It featured <strong><a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin">Dr.</a></strong></p> Thu, 17 Mar 2022 20:03:30 +0000 webfull 178834 at /channels /channels/channels/news/how-tackle-edi-issues-any-setting-337849 <p>Many organizations <i>say </i>that equity, diversity and inclusion is a priority, but in order to actually achieve equitable outcomes, organizations need to make a real commitment. As part of the MBA lecture series, Prof. <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin"><strong>Patricia Faison Hewlin</strong></a> and former Faculty Lecturer <strong>Jay Hewlin</strong> shared some of the common shortcomings they鈥檝e encountered in their research in this space 鈥� as well as strategies that organizations can use to make more meaningful change.</p> Mon, 21 Feb 2022 19:06:27 +0000 webfull 178124 at /channels /channels/channels/event/mba-lecture-series-why-edi-so-difficult-implement-335548 <p>Professor Patricia Faison Hewlin and consultant/attorney Jay A. Hewlin share research findings related to equity,聽diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and provide examples from their work with organizations across many industries.</p> Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:22:59 +0000 webfull 175536 at /channels /channels/channels/news/new-report-finds-supplier-diversity-novel-subject-canada-335272 <p>In a new report supported by the Women's Entrepreneur Knowledge Hub out of Ryerson University, Prof. <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin"><strong>Patricia Hewlin</strong></a> and former <strong>Integrated Management</strong> fellows <strong>Sandra Urbina Chang</strong> (MBA鈥�19), <strong>Fiorella Rojas Vizarreta</strong>, (MBA鈥�19) and <strong>Hoaran Wang</strong> (BCom鈥�20) outline a two-part study on perceptions and attitudes towards supplier diversity.</p> Thu, 02 Dec 2021 21:28:06 +0000 webfull 175249 at /channels /channels/channels/news/sorry-limits-success-women-workplace-334161 <p>Excessive apologizing at work may hinder a woman鈥檚 ability to succeed professionally, according to Professor <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin">Patricia Hewlin</a>. The habit of saying sorry, even when an apology is unwarranted, stems from societal beliefs about what it means to be feminine in the workplace and contributes to higher stress levels and feelings of inauthenticity. Professor Hewlin and her colleagues urge companies to examine how they can better empower women, rather than only asking women to change the way they operate.</p> Thu, 14 Oct 2021 22:12:05 +0000 webfull 173955 at /channels /channels/channels/news/building-belonging-broadway-333630 <p>Professor <a href="//www.mcgill.ca/desautels/patricia-faison-hewlin">Patricia Faison Hewlin</a> and her husband, CEO of The Hewlin Group, Jay Hewlin, are working to carve out diverse, equitable, and inclusive spaces for success on Broadway. As they partner with hit Broadway shows, including Hamilton and Moulin Rouge!, they advocate for initiatives that go beyond diversity statements, pushing for a balance between policy change and personal development.</p> Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:07:22 +0000 webfull 173386 at /channels