Last week, someone asked for my thoughts about how to be #BetterAllies after the upcoming US election on November 3. Given how divided our country is over this election, there’s a good chance there will be division in our workplaces once the results are announced.

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We discussed some ideas. Push out work deadlines b/c people will most likely be distracted. Make space for people to talk about their feelings. Create two communications plans (one for a Biden win, one for a Trump win), with links to employee assistance program information.

There’s so much more an ally can do. I recommend this evergreen article, "How to talk about politics at work," by @mjmichellekim. Read it now, in advance of election day. You’ll be glad you did. https://qz.com/work/1175468/why-you-need-to-talk-politics-at-work/ #InclusionMatters #allyship #diversity #Inclusion

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