How diversity and inclusion training can build teams for inclusive wellness In any successful business or organization, your staff are your best brand ambassadors. They are the main touchpoint between your business and your client, and will have the most impact on loyalty and relationship building. In today’s blog post, we are here to provideContinue reading “Training Your Spa Team for Inclusive Wellness: Essential Dos and Don’ts”
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LGBT Allyship: The Power of Personal Pronouns
Discover the importance of LGBT allyship in reducing discrimination and harassment for gender diverse people in the workplace.
How to Talk About Bodies — Neutrally and Authentically!
In a spa or other physical treatment setting, there are things you and other practitioners need to know to provide effective and meaningful treatments to your clients. Here are some phrases we recommend avoiding, and how to replace them in your consultations and intake, to start your body neutrality practice.
Achieve Workplace Inclusion: Boost Your Business with a DEI Audit
The DIY DEI Workplace Audit Training is eligible for the Alberta Job Grant, which covers ⅔ of the program cost for employers.
The Challenge of Inclusive Marketing: Addressing Size Bias in Stock Imagery
A person relaxing on the beach, letting the sun shine on their skin while on vacation on a poster at a travel agency. The photo on the local coffee shop’s Instagram page, of a guest drinking from a mug. The people you see embracing on the cover of a romance novel. In your mind, howContinue reading “The Challenge of Inclusive Marketing: Addressing Size Bias in Stock Imagery”
Unlocking the Power of A Diversity Calendar: A Guide to Genuine Inclusion
A diversity calendar presents an opportunity to authentically honour the unique tapestry of your organization’s cultures and identities. Beyond flashy banners and social media posts, a truly inclusive workplace requires a deeper commitment that transcends performative actions.
3 Easy Ways to Make Your Spa Business Plan More Size-Inclusive
Spa business planning to combat weight stigma
While dismantling fatphobia and negative bias is complex and requires work, it doesn’t all need to be overly complex! We’ve compiled a list of relatively easy steps to take, to start your journey towards creating a spa that embraces body diversity, without taking a ton of time.
The Business Case for Size-Inclusive Spas or How Not to Leave Money on the Treatment Table
Why embracing fat-inclusive wellness will boost your business. Fatphobia, or discrimination against people based on the size and/or weight of their body, can be subtle or unintentional, but no less harmful to your potential clients. We’re here today to help you consider the long-term benefits for your spa business to invest in size-inclusive equipment and practices for people of all shapes and sizes.
Reflections from a Barber: The Prevalence of DEI in the Hair Industry
A retired Barber reflects on the prevalence of DEI in an industry that welcomes people from all walks of life. Discover the gaps in training, the evolving landscape of clientele, and the positive changes shaping the future.
Embrace Workplace Diversity and Maximize Success in Every Industry
Ready to embark on your journey toward a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace? Our team of DEI experts is here to guide you. Contact us today to learn how we can help your organization unlock the full potential of diversity. The benefits are clear, and the path forward is achievable.