Top 10 Benefits of Diversity in Business

1. Attraction and retention of the most talented people in the world. Qualified and interested candidates are attracted to employers who are able to show that they are committeed to developing and promoting a wide array of people.

2. Increased access to opportunities and growth for employees.

3. Increased productivity through the ability to work effectively with different groups in the workplace and in the wider community.

4. Improved creativity and innovation due to a more representative and well-rounded view.

5. Stronger and more effective teams because of differing perspectives.

6. Increased ability to move into the global marketplace.

7. Stronger employee, client and supplier relationships.

8. Employees feel valued and this job satisfaction leads to increased service excellence, thereby increasing customer satisfaction as well. Employees stay at a company where they feel valued, thus reducing the amount of money spent on training, turnover and grievances.

9. Enhanced public image.

10. Greater access to emerging markets as a diverse group of employees offers insight to potential customers.

Excerpted from the Diversity Training Group at www.diversitydtg.com