Diversity, Inclusion and Teamworking

Question 1

What is the difference between diversity and inclusion?

Answer 1

Diversity - individuals characteristics that make everyone different
Inclusion - everyone feels welcome in a group or team

Question 2

What is unconscious bias?

Answer 2

Subconscious social stereotypes of individuals that someone may have that they are unaware of.

Question 3

What is the Tuckman model?

Answer 3

A 5 stage model of how a team undertakes a task from formation of the team to completion of the task;
1. Forming
2. Storming
3. Norming
4. Performing
5. Adjourning

Question 4

What is the Belbin theory for team building?

Answer 4

Assembles a team based on a SWOT analysis of each member to drive optimal performance.

Question 5

Are you aware of the RACI matrix?

Answer 5

Allows all members to understand their roles and responsibility within a team;

Responsible
Accountable
Consulted
Informed

Question 6

Can you give me an example of a Purposeful Moment that has resonated with you?

Answer 6

A moment which stated to consider mental health of colleagues and outside pressures they may be facing - came at a time where I knew one of my colleagues was struggling with personal issues

Question 7

What benefits do a diverse team bring?

Answer 7

• Different perspectives, for example younger generation
• Can draw on experiences of those from different backgrounds to benefit the performance of the team

Question 8

Can you tell me a time that you personally have felt the benefit of working within a diverse team?

Answer 8

Measuring physical drawings on top secret government project as drawings could not be stored on servers. Something I had never done before so had to ask for help from experienced member of staff.

Question 9

Can you tell me what makes a good team?

Answer 9

• good leadership
• diverse backgrounds and range of experience
• shared goals and objectives
• defined roles and responsibilities
• effective communication