You're focused on short-term profit goals. How can you also cultivate a more inclusive company culture?

Clearly communicate the goal with strategic messaging that embeds your values and inclusive policies and practices. Setting clear expectations and aligning everyone to a common goal with a "shared fate" attitude will help rally the team to tackle goals together. Take it a step further by incentivizing ideal behaviors — have a plan to reward, recognize and amplify exemplary inclusive collaboration under the pressure of a tight deadline. Sharing specific examples and stories of success and "what good looks like" will inspire others to follow suit.

Balancing financial goals and inclusivity is like baking a delicious and nutritious cake. You need the right ingredients (diverse perspectives), the correct measurements (clear goals), and the perfect balance (integration). However don't just bake a cake, share the recipe! Celebrate your success in balancing financial goals and inclusivity. Share your strategies (ingredients) with others in your industry. This not only helps others achieve similar success but also creates a ripple effect of positive change in the business world.