{"id":3125,"date":"2019-11-13T14:59:16","date_gmt":"2019-11-13T13:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/weekly.uhm.org.mt\/?post_type=article&p=3125"},"modified":"2019-11-14T21:37:18","modified_gmt":"2019-11-14T20:37:18","slug":"id-diversita-fil-post-tax-xoghol","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"http:\/\/weekly.uhm.org.mt\/en\/article\/id-diversita-fil-post-tax-xoghol\/","title":{"rendered":"Diversity at the workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When you think of diversity, what comes to mind? The first things that people think about are age, gender, race and cultural background.<\/span>\u00a0Although we can share some things that are common with others, at the end of the day, each one of us is unique and every person can be creative. The mix of a variety of personalities strengthens the workplace with the result that it can offer a range of perspectives and ideas.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Individuals with different backgrounds can offer different talents, skills and experiences that could benefit the organisation and\u00a0<\/span>its performance. Although the mix of skills can be of benefit when workers help one another, it is also important that workers have the necessary skills to fulfil their role within the company. A variety of skills and experiences within the\u00a0<\/span>team<\/span>\u00a0also means that the workers can learn from one another.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When\u00a0<\/span>work is carried out by people from different cultures, the experience and style of work, as well as creative concepts, can emerge from people\u2019s feedback and suggestions. While one person could be excellent at generating ideas, another could have the necessary experience to implement them in practice. It is therefore essential that everyone\u2019s potential is merged together and that there is collaboration within the team.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Language obstacles and cultural differences often\u00a0<\/span>create obstacles at a workplace that is looking to expand.\u00a0<\/span>A workplace that includes people who can speak different languages can operate on an international basis and communicate widely. The fact that a workplace represents a number of nationalities can help it relate to a variety of people.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Workplaces that welcome diversity attract a\u00a0<\/span>wide range of candidates when there are vacancies because they can be described as forward looking organisations that appeal to individuals from all walks of life.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/span>It is likely that the workers feel comfortable and content in an environment where inclusivity is a priority. Equality at the place of work is important in encouraging workers to be confident in their ability and do better.\u00a0<\/span>The higher the morale, the more productive the workers.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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