Let’s not kid ourselves. The corporate world wasn’t designed with marginalized groups in mind. It’s still a playground for the privileged. We have been conditioned to believe the corporate world is a zero-sum game, and promoting diversity and inclusion somehow …
In today’s social climate, being an “ally” has become a medal of honor that many wear to profess their alignment with the fight for equity, equality, and justice. Unfortunately, when the mask is removed, the facade of allyship reveals a …
Executive sponsors play a pivotal role in ERGs. Honestly, their influence can make or break the success of an ERG! As the ERG evolves, so must the involvement and influence of the Executive Sponsor. Let’s jump into how they can …
In the final stage of the ERG Maturity Model, everything is running like clockwork. Processes are automated. Advanced metrics are tracked. At this level, the ERG is straight-up embedded into the organization’s DNA rather than feeling like some random social …
Ah, shucks now! You are cooking with fire! Not only do you have processes in place, but you are tracking KPIs, balancing your budget, and seeing consistent participation. This is a stage only an elite few have actually reached, so …
You’ve arrived! It’s been an arduous road, but you finally are at a point where the team is in a groove, and you know how to handle the ERG. Ya did it! Game over! [don’t forget to insert record scratch] …
Now that your ERG has determined its purpose, identified its people, and evaluated its potential, it’s time to give your ERG some roots. At this stage, it can be extremely overwhelming, especially if other ERGs are in their Mid to …
Starting an ERG may just be getting a few folks together who share the same story. Your initial stage may just be a Slack channel that has grown bigger than you’d ever imagined. It may be a coffee break that …
Building an ERG is a journey not a destination!
Building an Employee Resource Group can be overwhelming when you first start, especially if you are a new ERG in a company with already established ERGs. You think you need to be at the same level as them. I’m here to ease your mind; you absolutely are not expected to perform at the same level as other mature ERGs.
Check out the ERG Movement Model to find where you are in your journey!