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Unlocking Long-Term Sustainability With a Culture That Drives Innovation and Gender Diversity

Unlocking Long-Term Sustainability With a Culture That Drives Innovation and Gender Diversity
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Author(s): Alexis J. Stokes-Burks (Stokes Strategy and Consulting, USA)and Danielle R. Ayodele (Excel Consulting & Coaching, USA)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 28
Source title: Aligning Talent Management and Organizational Innovation Goals
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Salim Al Daraai (Muscat College, Oman), Salem Al Abri (University of Nizwa, Oman)and Nasser Alhamar Alkathiri (University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Oman)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0015-3.ch003

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Abstract

A company's long-term sustainability relies on its ability to innovate, as well as attract and retain a diverse workforce; however, traditional talent management strategies hinder both diversity and innovation. Instead of fostering progress, they reinforce the status quo, restrict upward mobility, and promote a “don't rock the boat” culture—discouraging disruption even when necessary. This chapter argues that corporate and academic organizations must first undergo a cultural shift to achieve true innovation and workforce diversity. This shift requires embracing innovation while challenging the unwritten barriers to advancement. The chapter presents strategies for driving this transformation through a strategic, innovative approach to the talent management lifecycle, with emphasis on talent development, adaptive leadership, succession planning, and data-driven practices.

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