Why cognitive diversity is the missing link in diversity

Faced with globalisation and rapid change, leadership has become a stressful, 24/7 preoccupation in which bosses suffer from cognitive overload and poor decision-making.

Although the challenges of businesses have changed, many operate as they were first established for white, middle class, middle aged men. They struggle to achieve the innovation, performance, and motivation benefits associated with cognitive diversity, the ability to learn from different points of view.

Dr Jacqui Grey, MD EMEA at NeuroLeadership Institute, spoke to us about the missing link in diversity.

“Numerous studies associate greater diversity with success. Businesses that are more racially and gender diverse tend to deliver higher sales and larger profits. Management teams with a wide range of experience and backgrounds produce more innovative products.