True gender equality is an elusive concept, but many businesses have started pushing for an equal playing field between the sexes. Unfortunately, many companies approach the development of gender equality in the wrong direction or are simply unsure of how best to go about it.
One of the most significant methods of promoting gender equality in the workplace comes from utilizing the company culture. Company culture forms the basis of behavior at all levels within the company and is more important to changing workplace attitudes than many business leaders might believe.
Lori Harris is a member of the Forbes Coaching Council, and Managing Partner of Harris Whitesell Consulting.
