Sustainability and inclusion have become critical workplace topics and a focus of global strategic initiatives. Those conversations have taken on even more importance in the IT business community where skills shortages remain a major problem, according to Cass Cooper, MHR, a columnist for Inclusive Leadership at CRN, a part of The Channel Company. In episode #40 of Beyond Distribution with GTDC, she discusses some of the biggest obstacles and opportunities for companies looking to develop more sustainable and inclusive workplaces with guest host Kavita May, SVP of Planning and Operations at GTDC

How critical is a work-life rhythm for sustainability? Cooper shares the factors that motivate today’s employees and their desire to be respected for their efforts. Companies that provide time for workers to take walks mid-day or shorten meetings to provide mental breaks between calls are more likely to land prospective recruits.

How can businesses create more meaningful change? What are companies doing to improve retention rates? Listen to this special episode of Beyond Distribution with GTDC to find out.

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