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559: Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans, on Why ESG and DEI Data May Contain Lies

The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving

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Redefining Diversity: Beyond Demographics

This chapter explores the limitations of conventional definitions of diversity, critiquing how they often oversimplify individuals into mere demographic categories. It advocates for a broader understanding of diversity that encompasses unique experiences and individual qualities, rejecting the notion that demographic representation is sufficient for promoting inclusion. The discussion further highlights the need for meritocracy in hiring, emphasizing that talent and capability should take precedence over superficial traits.

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