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How to Maintain a Pronoun-Inclusive Workplace for All
A pronoun is a word that replaces a noun in a sentence, including "she," "he," or "they" for someone whose gender you do not know, or whose gender is outside the gender binary. Let’s talk about some tips to respect employee pronouns and how to foster a more inclusive workplace.
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Practice New Gender Pronouns
To get used to someone's new pronouns, practice conversations with them or about them
Avoid Over-Apologizing
Apologizing is often like a reflex; if it happens, make it quick and then correct yourself.
Foster an Inclusive Environment
Regularly sharing pronouns offers a great way to make sure everyone has the opportunity to share their pronouns if they wish.
Improve Employee Education
Diversity training can help teach employees how to better understand and respect each other’s many unique backgrounds and perspectives, including pronouns.