Collect and evaluate quantitative and qualitative workplace diversity data
1.2 Identify and analyse potential benefits of diversity in relation to the workplace objectives
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1.3 Analyse how current diversity practice matches workplace objectives
2. Foster diversity
2.1 Provide a role model for others through individual behaviour that demonstrates respect
for diversity
2.2 Assist and coach colleagues in ways of accepting diversity in relation to both colleagues
and clients
2.3 Develop work practices and undertake planning in a manner that shows respect for
workplace
2.4 Identify and adapt professional development opportunities to address the needs of a
diverse workforce
2.5 Generate a supportive workplace by valuing and promoting the benefits of a diverse
workforce to those working in the workplace according to relevant policy
2.6 Identify and use diversity factors associated with clients and colleagues to address
diversity objectives of the workplace
2.7 Value and encourage collaboration and the experience of working with diverse clients
and colleagues ..
Case introduction
The field of customer relations at the international level has been brought about by the diversity and expansion of the economy, which has led to increased cross-border alliances, the evolution of electronic marketing as well as ventures and global relocations. Culture is defined as the arts, customs, and habits that characterize a particular society or nation. It is always different from one community to another. High and interactive sessions between the personnel and customers from distinct cultural origins, there is increased willingness of enterprises to understand and manage the broad qualities, visions, business worldviews and actions of corporations, workers and its customer
B. Critical management issues
(i). One of the aspects of culture is the language. Different people use different languages as a means of communication, and in most cases, it is only understandable to the communicating parties. For example, when Ellen arrived in Korea she requested for an interview with the members of the prospective management team. It became difficult for her to understand the Korean written document translated to the English language since their English was different from that of Ellen. She had to learn about the Korean cultural activities, mannerisms, and the business etiquette for her to be comfortable and feel at home while working in Korea.
Communication is the process of transferring meanings from sender to receiver. It begins even before the actual opening of the mouth. Effective communication in an organization creates interactive sessions between the employers and the staff, enabling a culture of performance