Diversity is a term we’ve heard countless times. We’re repeatedly told that we should be recruiting more diverse talent, encouraging diverse perspectives, and ensuring equal opportunities for all. It’s become a buzzword in today’s world. 

In our peer-to-peer session with Tatjana Krajsic, shares her expertise about diversity and explains that despite our growing awareness and acknowledgment of the importance of diversity, progress in building more diverse teams seems to be moving at a snail’s pace. This is even as our society becomes increasingly diverse.

Learn more about how we can benefit from having a diverse team and finding honest ways to connect with diversity not only with others but within ourselves.

In this Episode

[01:39] Tatjana explains how we love talking about diversity in the workplace. However…

[03:07] “The face of change in the world that we see is particularly not being represented when it comes to the faces of power.” – Tatjana

[06:41] How separate groups can lead to unjust consequences when applied in hiring practices.

[08:43] Tatjana tells us about her experience with a subtle form of discrimination and how it happens regularly to others. 

[11:42] The need to ask ourselves and self-evaluate how inclusive we are.

[13:19] Statistics about the pay wage gap between women and men in Germany and the US.

[15:47] The tangible benefits of having a diverse team and embracing diversity.

[18:34] As small business owners or solopreneurs, what can we do to make an impact?

[23:56] Needing to have a high consciousness about diversity being like an evolutionary survival skill.

[28:16] Be sure to ask a company you are applying to for their goals about diversity.

[30:40] Focusing on supporting the younger generations on how far they can go regardless of their sex, skin colour, or background.

[33:19] Tatjana’s experience with an empathetic conversation about diversity came from an unexpected mentor.

About Tatjana Krajsic

Tatjana Krajsic is a Freelance Account Manager, Marketing Manager, Sponsorship Manager, Event Manager, and Speaker with over 14 years of multi-market agency and in-house experience in both Germany and Singapore.

Especially skilled in project management, digital marketing, events and sponsorships management, she leads strategic conception to implementation, spearheading negotiations as well as new business activation. She has also been a keynote speaker about diversity at engagements including “CreativeMornings” and “SheSays” in Munich.

Outside of work, you will find Tatjana reading, painting, doing sports, or studying languages. Regarding the latter, she is equipped with a multi-language capability in English, German, Serbian, Portuguese, and Spanish.

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