Many of our conversations around diversity have us walking on eggshells. Have you ever found yourself saying, “Some of my best friends are” or “I don’t think of you as” or “I’m colorblind”? We often make statements that are intended to be supportive or complimentary but that end up being problematic. Meant as joining statements, these remarks often have the opposite effect and end up creating a larger divide or even the loss of a job. You will learn about common communication traps, how to avoid them and what tools to use in their place. These practical applications will quickly transform the quality and effectiveness of your interactions around diversity and inclusion. You will learn: