April 2024

Setting a Tone of Inclusivity

In this month's IMC newsletter we focus on creating a workplace that is welcoming and inclusive to employees of different backgrounds. Workplaces that are more inclusive tend to have better collaboration, retention, decision making and more. Creating these inclusive spaces is a continual process that we can all contribute to together.

Featured Upcoming Workshops

Thursday, April 25

• *Performance & Goals: Measuring Progress & Utilizing Feedback | 9 to 10:30 a.m. | Virtual

Wednesday, May 1

• Understanding Workplace Accommodations | 9 to 10:30 a.m. | In person | Virtual 
• Navigating the Multi-Generational Workplace | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | In person | Virtual 

Thursday, May 2

• *Performance & Goals: Setting Expectations | 9 to 10:30 a.m. | Virtual 

*brief online prerequisite required

If you register for a workshop and are no longer able to attend, please cancel your registration so invitations can be extended to those on the waitlist.

Tips for Becoming a More Inclusive and Equitable Leader

Be a leader that ensures your employees continue to feel comfortable and supported and that they're treated fairly at work. By focusing on traits like accountability, emotional intelligence and vulnerability, you can set the right tone for your employees and your entire workplace. Put these tips into practice today.

Welcome New Employees by Setting Them up for Success

Use our 30, 60, 90-day Training Goal Plan to set training objectives that enable employees to perform their responsibilities and achieve performance goals. Setting these clear expectations for new employees creates a supportive environment. Use this guide to launch and manage a new Training Goal Plan today; for employees in classified positions, managers should use the Working Test Appraisal. 

Helpful Hints

• Be sure to keep conversations with your employees about their reasonable accommodations confidential. 
• Set a good example for your employees by openly asking for help and taking accountability when you make mistakes.
• When interviewing job applicants, focus on if they're able to complete the essential functions of the job. Don't ask applicants if they have a disability.

Understanding Reasonable Accommodations

Do you know what your responsibilities are as a manager when it comes to providing reasonable accommodations? The Employee Relations Team has created an overview to help you navigate the process that serves as a great primer for our workshop on May 1.

Featured LinkedIn Learning Courses

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Quick Links

Interview Questions (including questions to avoid)

Disability Etiquette

Ensuring Reasonable Accommodations for Employees and Job Applicants Policy

What is Psychological Safety?

Questions?

If you have questions related to reasonable accommodations, contact the INSPD employee relations team at 1-855-773-4647 (option 4). You can find contacts for other INSPD divisions here.

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