Because How We Decide Matters by Biggio Center https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2 Interactive Conversation Back Channel for Interactive Discussion March 29, 2017 en-us 2017-03-16 14:21:21 UTC 2017-03-29 18:16:37 UTC hello@padlet.com To add a comment: biggiocenter https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/160542644 Use your device to browse to:
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Counter perspective: if leader knows they have to make the call, feel responsible

]]> 2017-03-29 17:34:50 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501411 Some decisions feel disjointed in the current workplace. Timing can be difficult and sometimes it feels like the decision has already been made and we work hard to help decide but our input is ignored https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501445 2017-03-29 17:34:55 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501445 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501908 Office geography comes into play
Geography of where our university is located also affects discussions
The diversity can grow]]> 2017-03-29 17:36:21 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501908 Decision making process https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501992 Different groups have different ratios, different types of diversity, different processes 
We need to bring the underrepresented voice to the table and make it heard, even if that means we are the conduit for voices

It depends who the stakeholders affected by the decision are
Perspective can matter but personality may get in the way
Do not wear out your diversity 
Structured meetings to give everyone equal thinking time

Decision makers connected with dreamers to make the bold steps
Let's not add for the diversity checkmark  the diversity person 
Change the way we usually run the meetings to get a different kind of voice , start with one set of meetings, don't do it with all at the same time
Research data needs to be brought to the table
What if you have a big open meeting with some structure and anyone can come ]]> 2017-03-29 17:36:35 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163501992 Decisions may be made with a lack of transparency (behind the scenes machinations), so it's hard to know or tell what (if any) diverse perspectives are included in the process. jma0019 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163502063 Also, sometimes there is pushback when asking some to be involved in the decision making process 
being an "other" can also lead to pushback when offering perspectives]]> 2017-03-29 17:36:48 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163502063 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163502877 It is nice to have a voice even if ultimately your ideas are not implemented. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:39:09 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163502877 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163503267 International diversity is an important dimension of decision making. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:40:14 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163503267 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163503312 People of different status are not having influence even though thy are being affected by the decision.]]> 2017-03-29 17:40:24 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163503312 If diverse perspectives are not available? Ask someone to attempt to provide another perspective (example: all women team https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163505353 2017-03-29 17:46:36 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163505353 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163505869 Invited someone to take on the role of resenting the added dimension. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:48:15 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163505869 Sometimes we try to correct a lack of diverse perspectives by making certain requirements (for committee work, etc), which ends up overburdening some jma0019 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163505942 2017-03-29 17:48:30 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163505942 Sometimes we pay attention to certain aspects of diversity (like race), without considering other factors (like age, region, etc) jma0019 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506269 2017-03-29 17:49:32 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506269 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506688 Having transparency is important. *Need to reach out to other entities outside of our university for ideas. *How do we invite women to speak up if they feel they aren't valued? *Can we overcome loud and aggressive sessions by having smaller groups that then share? *Include agendas that allow people time to prepare and deal with different participation models in individuals. *Get people invested and value all. *Seek out a diverse perspective from someone outside prior to a decision meeting. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:50:59 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506688 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506695 Be bold and kindly redirect dominant voices to make room for other perspectives!]]> 2017-03-29 17:51:00 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506695 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506711 Need to create a safe space for expression of diverse perspectives. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:51:02 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506711 Question 2 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506898 Challenge: A barrier to be inclusive is when people resist being included in the decision making process.
Challenge: When people who are charged with diversity don't have the power to execute]]> 2017-03-29 17:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506898 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506980 We need to include diverse perspectives early. Fast decision making is not always best and slow is not always wrong.]]> 2017-03-29 17:51:55 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163506980 Leaders should make it possible to make anonymous recommendations. https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163507168 2017-03-29 17:52:30 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163507168 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163507393 Diversity has to start from the top. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:53:15 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163507393 It can be difficult to reconcile the ideas and approaches of people who've been here 2 yrs with those who've been here 45 yrs jma0019 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508231 One possible approach might be to have a brainstorming session with appropriate ground rules (like not shooting things down), and then see what the department thinks rises to the too]]> 2017-03-29 17:55:44 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508231 Question https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508331 It helps to have a team of both visionaries and people who are good at executing ]]> 2017-03-29 17:56:00 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508331 Amplification https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508610 Promoting women's voices in decision making http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_57d94d9fe4b0aa4b722d79fe/amp]]> 2017-03-29 17:56:54 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508610 It can be hard to onboard new people...so maybe partner with other units or offices so they know a lot about what your office does (so you can keep working with people who know what you do) jma0019 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508729 2017-03-29 17:57:16 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508729 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508808 Be sincere about inclusiveness. ]]> 2017-03-29 17:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163508808 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163509099 Sometimes there is a pretense of transparency but it is clear that the decision has already been made and the "discussion" is just to say there was a discussion.  This doesn't sit well -- you would rather not to have been included in the farce.

]]> 2017-03-29 17:58:17 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163509099 If you are always included you may not understand need for diversity in your organization. https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163509222 2017-03-29 17:58:40 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163509222 It pays dividends to invest time in pushing decisions/gathering input from the lowest level possible (regrettable terminology) This builds decision-making capacity and team morale. https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163509296 2017-03-29 17:58:51 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163509296 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163511529 Be deliberate and intentional about inclusiveness. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163511529 Shared governance https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163511813 Takes time, slow but worth it

Likewise diversity and conflict feel slower but work better ]]> 2017-03-29 18:06:04 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163511813 Bold Steps https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163512283 Just make decision without full buy in ]]> 2017-03-29 18:07:26 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163512283 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163512652 Need buy-in from leaders. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:08:15 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163512652 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163512972 People feel disconnected because decisions are made without communication across the organization. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:09:01 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163512972 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513399 Let the least powerful person be the leader and make the decision. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:10:18 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513399 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513584 More brainstorming and leave time for the decision making process. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:10:44 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513584 Don't be afraid to make a decision. https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513875 2017-03-29 18:11:32 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513875 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513904 Transparency. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:11:37 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513904 Use your expertise so as not to stifle others. https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513987 2017-03-29 18:11:51 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513987 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513995 Realize who will be impacted and at least include those people in the discussions for decisions. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:11:53 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513995 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513997 Success doesn't need to be guaranteed; we just want to make sure that diverse voices are included.]]> 2017-03-29 18:11:53 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163513997 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163514713 Before you enter a meeting set goals.]]> 2017-03-29 18:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163514713 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163514993 Be bold to invite leaders to a discussions a about diversity. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:14:50 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163514993 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515043 Layout tasks early on, reduce burden on those that are overworked. Make sure everyone is pulling their weight. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515043 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515060 There needs to consideration of ideas as to how a "safe place" can be established so that perspectives may be heard without putting the speaker in jeopardy.

]]> 2017-03-29 18:15:03 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515060 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515076 Make sure you are the example of what you would like to see happen throughout your organization.]]> 2017-03-29 18:15:05 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515076 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515144 Bring diverse people that don't always agree. Focus on professional. Keep decision to criteria. ]]> 2017-03-29 18:15:18 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515144 https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515274 Is swapping stories of kids the women's version of a golf game? A way to bond? ]]> 2017-03-29 18:15:39 UTC https://padlet.com/biggiocenter/8s72es3wn1g2/wish/163515274