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The video discusses strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Rosanna Duruthy from LinkedIn and Joelle from Paradigm share insights on defining diversity, recruiting diverse talent, and retaining it. They emphasize the importance of measuring diversity as a business challenge, using inclusive language, and creating an inclusive culture. The video also addresses challenges faced by women in tech and the significance of building a diverse candidate pipeline.

What is Rosanna's primary strategy for engaging leaders in diversity?

• Implementing strict diversity quotas

• Demystifying concerns around diversity

• Avoiding discussions on diversity

• Focusing on financial incentives

According to Joelle, what is the first step in addressing diversity and inclusion?

• Reducing company size

• Hiring more staff

• Increasing marketing efforts

• Starting with measurement

How does Rosanna define diversity?

• As a code for underrepresented groups

• As a concept exclusive to women

• As a focus on financial growth

• As the uniqueness each person brings

What is a key factor in attracting a diverse talent pool according to Joelle?

• Using growth mindset language

• Limiting job descriptions

• Offering high salaries

• Focusing on local candidates only

What is a subtle signal that might deter women from applying to a company?

• Using bright colors on the website

• Having a large office space

• Offering too many benefits

• Using male-oriented icons

What is a crucial element in retaining diverse talent?

• Providing unlimited vacation

• Building fair and objective systems

• Offering free meals

• Focusing solely on senior employees

What is the role of employee resource groups in retaining talent?

• Organizing social events

• Acting as a business strategy capability

• Focusing on individual tasks

• Providing financial bonuses

What is a challenge in promoting women in technology?

• Insufficient sponsorship and visibility

• Lack of interest from women

• Overrepresentation in tech roles

• Too many women in leadership

What is the importance of building a diverse pipeline?

• To reduce recruitment costs

• To fill roles quickly without diversity

• To ensure a constant flow of diverse candidates

• To focus only on senior roles

What is the Rooney Rule?

• A rule to always consider diverse candidates

• A strategy to reduce hiring costs

• A policy to hire only from top universities

• A guideline to focus on local talent