Ascension Worldwide's Gross on Inflation Impact and Workplace Equality

The video discusses global economic challenges, focusing on disparities in wealth and pay equity exacerbated by the pandemic. It highlights workplace disparities, particularly in the hospitality sector, and explores strategies for increasing diversity and inclusion in large corporations. The discussion includes leadership challenges, implicit bias, and the importance of mentorship and networking. Finally, it addresses HR processes to enhance diversity and representation, emphasizing the need for equitable hiring practices and organizational assessments.

What is one of the main challenges faced by vulnerable populations during the pandemic?

• Surge in food prices

• Increased access to education

• Decrease in housing costs

• Improved job opportunities

Which sector was hit hardest by the pandemic, leading to significant job losses?

• Agriculture

• Hospitality

• Manufacturing

• Technology

What is a key strategy for businesses to improve workplace equality?

• Focusing solely on profit

• Increasing working hours

• Implementing inclusive hiring policies

• Reducing employee benefits

What is a common barrier to leadership opportunities in organizations?

• Overemphasis on diversity

• Excessive training programs

• Implicit bias in mentorship and networking

• Lack of office space

How can organizations change their HR processes to enhance diversity?

• By increasing the number of interviews

• By hiring based on appearance

• By creating a diverse hiring task force

• By focusing on a single educational institution

What is one way to mitigate biases in the hiring process?

• By focusing on gender alone

• By using a diverse hiring task force

• By ignoring resumes

• By hiring only from top universities

What is a significant factor in choosing leaders within organizations?

• The ability to work overtime

• The number of years worked

• The ability to dress well

• The type of education and mentorship received