The Element of Inclusion
Business & Economics Podcasts
Hosted by Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, every week we inform and educate using applied research and thought leadership Get your pen and paper ready because this is one of the world’s most valuable resources to help you on your Inclusion journey. We provide book reviews, research breakdowns, explainers, opinion pieces, interviews and much more We’re on a mission to help a million people like you to make your workplace more inclusive To continue the conversation join us on Linkedin: The Element of Inclusion Community
Location:
United Kingdom
Description:
Hosted by Dr. Jonathan Ashong-Lamptey, every week we inform and educate using applied research and thought leadership Get your pen and paper ready because this is one of the world’s most valuable resources to help you on your Inclusion journey. We provide book reviews, research breakdowns, explainers, opinion pieces, interviews and much more We’re on a mission to help a million people like you to make your workplace more inclusive To continue the conversation join us on Linkedin: The Element of Inclusion Community
Twitter:
@resourcegroups
Language:
English
Episodes
The Portfolio Problem of Diversity and Inclusion
9/30/2025
Inclusion work is often unsustainable for 1 simple reason.It never makes it into the portfolio of projects that matter to the business. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: [The Portfolio Problem of Diversity and Inclusion] [How inclusion can contribute to performance, accountability, and sustainability] [Three practical ways to build a business case for inclusion] Play …
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Duration:00:06:26
The Chicken and Egg Problem of Diversity and Inclusion
9/23/2025
Diversity and Inclusion faces a chicken and egg problem. Leaders want evidence before they act. But the evidence only appears after they act. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The Chicken and Egg Problem of Diversity and Inclusion Why Organisational Evidence Matters More Than External Reports How to Use the Feasibility Filter to Build Internal …
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Duration:00:08:22
How to Build a Business Case for ERGs That Leaders Can’t Ignore
9/9/2025
ERGs are “a waste of time.” Too many people think this. Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: You can’t scale ERGs if participation is penalised. “It’s not a lack of commitment. It’s an incentive problem.” Stop pitching passion; start mapping outcomes. “Leaders want to see business impact.” Instrumental ERGs lead to …
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Duration:00:08:16
How to Turn Anecdotes Into Evidence for Inclusion
9/2/2025
You’ve heard people telling stories and acting like it’s evidence. but how do you turn anecdotes into evidence? Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why anecdotes are claims not conclusions The difference between claims, assumptions, and hypotheses How to test ideas without wasting time or budget Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This …
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Duration:00:07:17
How to Build an Inclusion Strategy in 60 Minutes
8/26/2025
Things are moving so fast with Ask Dr Jonathan. I want to give you an update and make you a special time sensitive offer you can’t refuse. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How to Build an Inclusion Strategy in 60 Minutes Why Ask Dr Jonathan is More Than a Virtual Librarian Details of the …
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Duration:00:10:45
3 Frameworks I Use to Build Inclusive Workplaces
8/19/2025
I collect inclusive frameworks like investors collect properties.I’ve got 3 three I use all the time. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety Social Exchange Theory PICOC Framework Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: There are 4 stages of Psychological Safety “This model acts as if …
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Duration:00:13:34
The Inclusion Test You Can’t Fake
8/12/2025
I’m not here to help you pass an exam.I’m here to help you get results. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How to use a simple Inclusion Test in your workplace Why the Inclusion Test is about changing conditions, not memorising content A favourite example of using this in real life. Play the Episode for …
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Duration:00:09:20
My Best Offer Yet. And How You Can Be Part of It
8/5/2025
Things are moving a lot faster than I expected.I’ve got a special invitation for you — and I’m excited to share this. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: [My Best Offer Yet — And How You Can Be Part of It] [How This Podcast Became the Longest-Running Inclusion Podcast in the World] [Introducing “Ask Dr …
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Duration:00:11:36
How to Tell if Your Inclusion Work Is Having An Impact
7/29/2025
Not sure if your inclusion work is making an impact?These 3 questions will show you… fast. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How we use The Feasibility Filter Why parties, parades and panel events don’t help you why you need leading indicators for your work Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: …
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Duration:00:13:31
Ask Dr Jonathan : The AI Tool Built On Evidence Based Inclusion
7/22/2025
Every week, leaders like you tell me how much you love this podcast.But you wish you could ask me questions — in real time. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Ask Dr Jonathan – The AI Tool Built on Evidence-Based Inclusion Why Accessing Inclusion Frameworks Should Be Easier How to Participate in Testing the Ask …
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Duration:00:06:27
The Benchmarking Mistake That’s Holding Back Your Inclusion Work
7/15/2025
You’re the average of the five people you compare yourself to. Did it ever occur to you that you’re comparing yourself to the wrong people? Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why starting with borrowed benchmarks sets you up to fail. How to tell if a benchmark is applicable to your setting. How to choose …
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Duration:00:10:40
The Real Reason Your DEI Metrics Don’t Matter
7/8/2025
Most DEI metrics are just a pantomime.They’re not tracking things that matter. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why most DEI efforts fail before any work has begun Why “quick wins” often become long-term liabilities How to test your inclusion project before investing in delivery Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: …
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Duration:00:09:54
The 5 Point Test to Identify Inclusion Problem Worth Solving
7/1/2025
Every organisation has its problems.But not all of them are worth solving. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: the 5 point feasibility test we use with our clients How copying others’ inclusion strategies leads you off course Our shortcut to reveal which workplace problems are fixable Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This …
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Duration:00:11:48
Why I’m Changing Tactics to Help You Lead Inclusion
6/24/2025
This is episode 400 of the show. I’m more excited than I’ve ever been about supporting you. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why the podcast now focuses on high-impact inclusion work Why narrowing my focus increases my overall impact Some resources I’m building to help you Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from …
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Duration:00:12:11
How to Track Inclusion Without Getting Ignored
6/17/2025
Do you have a system that proves your inclusion work is making progress?IF NOTI’m going to give you 7 tips that we use with our clients so they show people that that they are becoming more inclusive. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: How to choose problems your leadership actually cares about How to design …
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Duration:00:10:05
How I Talk About Inclusion. Even When I’m Afraid
6/10/2025
I Know You’re Afraid To Talk About Inclusion. I’m Afraid Too. That sounds weird coming from someone who talks about Inclusion everyday. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why speaking in context protects your credibility. How relevance reduces risk when discussing inclusion How to test if someone is open to evidence. Play the Episode for …
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Duration:00:10:36
Don’t Build a Business Case For Diversity. Do This Instead
6/3/2025
I have some very strong very unpopular opinions about the so called business case for diversity. I’m not going to change them anytime soon. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why the real business case is already inside your organisation Why business case for diversity is like shouting at sunset 3 reasons why the wrong …
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Duration:00:11:09
5 Shifts Leaders Need To Make To Build Inclusive Workplaces
5/27/2025
There’s a group of people who are going to struggle to build inclusion over the next few years. I’m going to explain who they are so you can avoid becoming one of them. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why emotional appeals fall flat with business stakeholders. How structured conversations build real-world credibility. Why inclusion …
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Duration:00:09:58
8th Birthday Special: Your Biggest Questions Answered
5/20/2025
This week the Element of Inclusion is 8 years old. So today I’m turning it over to you. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why ROI in DEI remains an unresolved challenge for most leaders. The PICOC method to test solutions in diverse teams. The 3 essential skills for high-impact inclusion work. Play the Episode …
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Duration:00:18:31
The Hidden Business Case for Inclusion Inside Your Organisation
5/13/2025
Most leaders don’t have a business case for diversity They copy someone else’s Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Why using organisational artefacts reveals your real business case How everyday language builds trust with senior leadership How surfacing an existing case builds instant credibility Play the Episode for More Key Takeaways from This Episode: Your …
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Duration:00:11:05