Understanding Single-mindedness and Racism

The speaker discusses the power of single-mindedness in addressing racism, sharing her experience with Project '87 at Davidson College, which led to significant changes in diversity. She argues that businesses are uniquely positioned to dismantle racism by adopting strategies similar to Project '87, focusing on real problems, numbers, and consequences. The talk concludes with a vision of a future where diversity and inclusion are integral to corporate culture.

What is the speaker's main focus in her single-minded approach?

• Healthcare reform

• Economic inequality

• Racism

• Environmental issues

What was the primary goal of Project '87 at Davidson College?

• To improve campus facilities

• To introduce new sports programs

• To increase the number of black students and faculty

• To expand the library resources

How did Project '87 change Davidson College?

• It reduced tuition fees

• It led to the construction of new buildings

• It increased the diversity of students and faculty

• It introduced new technology courses

According to the speaker, what unique role can businesses play in addressing racism?

• They can provide free education

• They can dismantle racism

• They can offer free healthcare

• They can reduce taxes

What are the three key elements businesses should adopt from Project '87?

• Real profits, real growth, real success

• Real teamwork, real leadership, real vision

• Real innovation, real technology, real solutions

• Real problems, real numbers, real consequences

What does the speaker suggest is the most segregated hour in America?

• Saturday afternoon

• Monday morning

• Sunday morning at eleven o'clock

• Friday evening

What is the difference between diversity and inclusion according to the speaker?

• Diversity is about numbers; inclusion is about impact

• Diversity is about culture; inclusion is about language

• Diversity and inclusion are the same

• Diversity is about impact; inclusion is about numbers

What percentage of minority representation is needed for their voices to be heard, according to research?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the best incentive for accountability in diversity and inclusion, as per the speaker?

• Recognition

• Bonuses

• Promotions

• A job

What is the projected demographic change in America by 2045?

• Majority-Asian country

• Majority-Hispanic country

• Majority-white country

• Majority-minority country