Inclusion sounds simple.
But doing it well takes thought, intention, and leadership.
In a recent conversation, Bernardo Ferdman unpacked what inclusion truly means in organizations—and why it’s more than just being “invited to the meeting.”
As Bernardo puts it:
“When people are included in everything—every email, every meeting—that’s a recipe for chaos.”
Inclusion isn’t about volume. It’s about value.
At Berman Leadership, we believe inclusion means creating systems, spaces, and mindsets where every individual feels:
- Safe to contribute
- Valued for their input
- Able to bring their full potential to the collective work
“It’s about building environments that are mutually beneficial—where people can really belong.”
True inclusion isn’t just a DEI initiative. It’s a leadership imperative. Because teams perform best when people feel respected, heard, and aligned—across all kinds of differences.
And while inclusion is for everyone, it’s also challenging:
It involves navigating paradoxes, adapting systems, and rethinking what belonging looks like in practice.
But when leaders embrace that complexity, the rewards are transformational.
Explore how we coach leaders to foster true inclusion:
https://bermanleadership.com/our-approach