Diversity, Inclusion and Teamworking

Question 1

What is the Importance of Diversity and Inclusion?

Answer 1

It is important as it encourages the best out of everyone, to work their hardest in a comfortable and collaborative environment.

It enhances the team environment.

Question 2

Why is Teamworking Important?

Answer 2

Encourages differing perspectives and feedback, which will improve efficiency and productivity.

Question 3

What are some of the skills required for Effective Teamworking?

Answer 3

Listening
Discussing
Respect
Sharing information
Participation
Communication
Reflection

Question 4

What are some Characteristics of a Good Team?

Answer 4

Trust
Respect
Common goals
Diverse set of skills
Information sharing

Question 5

What are the RICS doing to promote Diversity and Inclusion?

Answer 5

Stated that all members and firms should be working in a way which promotes acceptance and embrace of all 9 protected characteristics of the UK Equality Act 2010.

Question 6

What are the 9 Protected Characteristics of the UK Equality Act 2010?

Answer 6

1. Gender reassignment
2. Sex
3. Sexual Orientation
4. Age
5. Disability
6. Race
7. Religion
8. Marriage / partnership
9. Pregnancy and maternity

Question 7

How would you Promote a Diverse and Inclusive Team?

Answer 7

Adopt appropriate policies.

Use recruitment techniques which address unconscious bias.

Inclusive rather than discriminatory communication.

Exceed legal requirements in practice.

Question 8

What is Unconscious Bias?

Answer 8

Biases as a result of social stereotypes which we are unaware of.

Question 9

How do you Overcome Unconscious Bias?

Answer 9

Be aware of biases and how this impacts others.

Avoid making assumptions.

Avoid any language that could lead to unconscious bias.

Undergo company training.