Were you a little confounded when D&I became DE&I, seemingly without explanation? So was our Executive Vice President, Ken Sterling. While it can be tempting to use ignorance as a refuge when things change quickly and stick to the familiar rather than admit that something important is confusing, it is vital for leaders to educate themselves and put their full effort into creating safe, productive workplaces that address the needs of their entire workforce.

In this article penned for Forbes, Sterling shares the results of his own research: being an empathetic leader does not just mean treating everyone like they’re part of the team; it’s taking the next step and creating an equitable, rather than equal, environment, one in which everyone has the tools to succeed rather than being treated exactly the same as their colleagues.

For further information and insights into how businesses can become more equitable and reap the rewards of doing so, read the full article on Forbes.