Author name: Reginal G. Lyerly

DEI Recruitment Specialists at DNA Diversity Executive Search

Bystander Intervention: To Intervene or Not Intervene

 In today’s workplace, the optimal functional environment is critical to a company’s success. Generally, most people in a workplace want to do what is right for themselves, their company, and their co-workers. Our response to certain behaviors tells a narrative that words can’t express. Our workplaces are more and more diverse. This will not suddenly

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Generational Diversity

In many workplaces throughout the world, we will see different generations in the same place.  Let’s examine generational diversity. Generational Diversity in the workplace adds much needed perspectives and strengths to an organization. Every organization can benefit from what every generation offers.  Each generation has ways of solving its issues, addresses its own problems, and

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Sexual Orientation vs. Gender Identity and Expression

In today’s world, there are many identities within the LGBTQIPA2S+ community. It is highly important that we as professionals understand the very basics of each community. In order to create a more inclusive culture, a greater understanding of each community is vital. What is sexual orientation? What is gender identity and expression? We must use

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Microaggressions in the Workplace

High performing businesses and teams know to how recognize and never tolerate microaggressions within their work environments. What are microaggressions? Microaggressions are indirect, subtle, and possibly unintentional discrimination against marginalized groups.  These can be anything from actions, exclusions, or incidents. Microaggressions can take place in verbal form. Some statements can be very subtle. While not

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