Inclusivity begins with leaders. “Emotional intelligence and effective communication are not soft skills; they are human skills…Common human skills such as emotional agility, trust, cultural intelligence, allyship, growth mindset, vulnerability and empathy have been proven to be highly correlated with business performance and should be part of an inclusive-leadership development program. “

Employers see a 7:1 ROI for leadership development. The results are not hard to measure. Employers prioritizing leadership development see reduced turnover, increased engagement, and greater team cohesion.