Workplace Diversity in Business Management

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In this article, the writer discusses that organizational diversity is the presence of differences such as gender, age, race and ethnicity as well as physical ability and sexual orientation of associates in an organization. This paper addresses four areas of cultural diversity and demographic characteristics: gender, ethnicity, age, and differences in personality traits. The writer maintains that success in any work setting depends on a respect for people and an understanding of human behavior in complex organizational systems. The writer concludes that diversity in a positive organizational culture is advantageous for the growth and success of the organization.

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Abstract
Gender
Ethnicity
Age
Personality Traits
Conclusion

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"A major factor stimulating the growing diversity in organizations today is the strong trend associated with the changing demographics in America. In relation to gender differences, approximately 50% of the current workforce in America is female. Another interesting fact is 72% of women with children under the age of 18 are in the workforce. The increase of females in the workforce is remarkably different in comparison to past years. Some of the perceived reasons for the increased rate of women in the workforce are: the necessity of women to support families; efforts of families to maintain a higher standard of living; or women seeking the opportunity to excel and succeed in a corporate environment. The increased rate of women in the workforce has contributed heavily to diversity in the workplace."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Alessandra, T., The Ken Blanchard Companies/UOP Online Assessment. The DISC Platinum Rule Behavioral Style Assessment. Online assessment January 17, 2006 www.uop.blanchardassesments.com.
• Schermerhorn, John R., Hunt, James G., Osborn, Richard, N., (2005). Organizational Behavior, 9th edition, New York: John Wiley & sons, Inc.

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